April 2022 Programs And Events At W. Public Libraries

Pensacola FL

18 March, 2022

7:02 PM

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Press release from Escambia County Government: Mar 18, 2022 Below is a list of events occurring in March at West Florida Public Libraries in Escambia County. For more information about library events, contact the Pensacola Library at (850) 436-5060. Find our website at mywfpl.com and follow West Florida Public Libraries on Facebook and Twitter for up-to-date event announcements, library news and more. West Florida Public Library Locations Pensacola Library: 239 N. Spring St., Pensacola, 32502 – (850) 436-5060 Century Library: 7991 N. Century Blvd., Century, 32535 – (850) 256-6217 Genealogy Library: 5740 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, 32504 – (850) 494-7373 Molino Library: 6450-A Highgway 95A, Molino, 32577 – (850) 435-1760 Southwest Library: 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, 32507 – (850) 453-7780 Tryon Library: 1200 Langley Ave., Pensacola, 32504 – (850) 471-6980 Westside Library: 1301 W. Gregory St., Pensacola, 32502 – (850) 595-1047 For hours of each WFPL location, visit mywfpl.com/locations. April Events at West Florida Public Libraries Beanstack: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Continuous – Virtual, mywfpl.beanstack.org Enjoy reading 1,000 books with your little ones! Log reading and earn badges all along the way. Bond with your child and inspire literacy along the way. A book a day is 365 books in a year, 730 in two years and 1,095 in three years! There is more time than you think, so get started today! Every 100 books come into the library to claim a prize. Be rewarded at 1,000 books with a book and a certificate of achievement. Bad Poetry Contest for Tweens and Teens! Friday, April 1-Saturday, April 30 – Virtual, Access the Form Here Ever thought you would win a prize for being BAD at something? Do you like to write? Are you in Middle or High school? Then, participate in West Florida Public Libraries' BAD POETRY CONTEST from April 1 to April 30 in honor of National Poetry Month. Here's what to do: Write the worst poem you can! It must be original to you to be the "worst," so don't copy anyone else. Submit your poem in-person at one of our 7 library branches or online using this form between April 1 and April 30. If you submit at a library, be sure to include your name, your grade, and a usable phone number on your submission. Only one submission per person, please. One middle school winner and one high school winner will be selected. An honorable mention for both categories will also be selected. This contest will be judged by library staff. Winners will be contacted by May 13th! The best BAD poems will be posted on WFPL's social media. Examples of bad poets include William McGonagall, Amanda McKittrick Ros, Philip James Bailey, Mary Elizabeth Coleridge, and Margaret Cavendish. An example of bad poetry is Vogon Poetry from Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. Inspiration for this program came from the Alfred Joyce Kilmer Memorial Bad Poetry Contest. Take-home Craft Kits Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Take-away craft kits and other activity bags are available at the Youth Services desk. Availability is on a first-come-first-serve basis during open hours. Kits rotate regularly. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. DIY Comic Book Journals Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library In this draw-it-yourself style comic book, you can draw a 4-panel comic using a daily prompt! Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Mindful Journal Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Patrons will incorporate mindfulness practices and daily journal prompts to list, describe and explore all of the many things in life that they are thankful for. Using a gratitude journal, along with mindfulness techniques, has been linked to an overall improvement in the quality of a person's life. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Creative Writing Journal Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Writing can be an uphill battle, and sometimes getting started is the hardest part. Jumpstart your creative process with themed prompts and writing tips. Use these ideas to start a novel, explore a scene or write a poem. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Germination Tank Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Spring is here! Plants are growing at the library. Patrons will be able to observe the stages of plant growth from seed to seedling. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Computing Basics: Tools and Tricks Friday, April 1, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Pensacola Library Join us as we demystify the use of computers, the Internet and more. Feel free to bring your portable personal devices for a question and answer session at the end of the class. Computers will be provided for the class. Sensory Story Saturdays Saturday, April 2 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, April 9 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, April 9, 2-2:30 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 23, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library West Florida Public Libraries will host Autism Pensacola for a special inclusive, sensory story time. An ASL interpreter will be available. Pressed Flower Suncatchers with STEAM Saturday, April 2, 1-3 p.m. – Century Library Tuesday, April 5, 3-4 p.m. – Westside Library Tuesday, April 12, 3-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 14, 3-4 p.m. – Southwest Library Thursday, April 21, 3-4 p.m. – Molino Library Saturday, April 23, 1-3 p.m. – Genealogy Library Thursday, April 28, 3-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us at your local library for STEAM activities. This month children can learn about light reflection and refraction by creating their own Suncatchers! Baby Story Time at Pensacola Library Monday, April 4, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 11, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 18, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 25, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. This program is suggested for babies ages 0 to 2 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. STEAM Lab Study Hall Monday, April 4, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 11, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 18, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 25, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Need a quiet place to work on your homework or study? Visit the STEAM Lab every Monday. Legal Services of North Florida Tuesday, April 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library Legal Services of North Florida (LSNF) is one of seven legal services organizations in Florida. Our program in the 16 counties in the North Florida works hard to meet the legal needs of children, elderly, victims of abuse and those with disabilities. LSNF's priority areas of representation include support for families; preserving the home; maintaining economic stability; safety, stability and health; and serving populations with special vulnerabilities. These translate to cases involving family law, housing, public benefits, employment, education, and health care issues. LSNF's purpose is to provide case representation and advice to low-income persons in civil matters only. LSNF serves only the low-income and those with certain vulnerable circumstances including the elderly. LSNF never charges a fee for our services to a client. More information about this organization is available at lsnf.org. Jazz by the Book: Hosted by Joe Occhipinti Tuesday, April 5, 1-3 p.m. – Pensacola Library Tuesday, April 26, 1-3 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join premier saxophonist Joe Occhipinti, one of Pensacola and the Gulf Coast's musical legends, as he and his small jazz ensemble enliven your afternoon with classic jazz favorites. Family Story Time at Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The second Wednesday of the month is STEAM story time. Food Science Thursday, April 7, 4 – 5:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us in our food science series where we debunk myths, experiment with food hacks, and try delicious tips. This time, we explore the science of ice cream! Crafternoons: DIY Tutus Thursday, April 7, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us at Pensacola Library for a creative adventure! Crafternoons will be held the first Thursday of each month. Each month we will experiment with a new medium, explore a new theme, learn a new hobby, or construct on old favorite. Whether we're painting, crocheting, constructing faux stained glass, or fashioning unicorn dream catchers, all ages are welcome. April's crafternoon activity will be DIY Tutus. All materials provided while supplies last. Tinkercad Class Friday, April 8, noon – 1:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Come release your imagination and inner engineer with Tinkercad! Tinkercad is a free online 3D tool that will inspire you to think, create, and make your own creation. Creating your designs will be done using blocks of code. Suggested for ages 10 and up. Fairy Houses Saturday, April 9, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join staff at Pensacola Library for a Saturday afternoon craft session. Do you believe in fairies? We do! Design and construct a beautiful house for your favorite garden creature. Suggested for youth and their families, but open to everyone. All materials provided while supplies last. Slow Ride at Pensacola Library Saturday, April 9, 4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us for an escorted bicycle ride through downtown Pensacola. We are hosting a Bike Pensacola Slow Ride, the most popular ride in town! Come explore the scenic streets of Pensacola's historic neighborhoods on this fun and leisurely ride. The ride will last about an hour and ten minutes. No one will be "left behind." After the ride, enjoy music, get some swag, and participate in kid-friendly activities. There is no fee or registration to participate. Please be mindful of Bike Pensacola's rules: Children ages 10 - 16 must be accompanied by an adult; no kids under 10 on their own bicycle. Cyclists under 16 must wear a helmet by law; ages 16 and up helmets are recommended but are not required by law. No dogs or other pets (they're not covered by our insurance). Bicycles only please, and only self-propelled or electric-assist (trikes and elliptigos are ok). No bicycles with training wheels, Segways, skateboards, scooters, or gasoline-powered motorized bicycles. No alcohol consumption during the Ride. Please make certain that both you and your bicycle are healthy and well-maintained so that you can safely ride about six miles. Please do not attempt the Ride if you cannot ride six miles at 6 mph. For more information, please call Pensacola Library at 850-436-5036 or contact Bike Pensacola on Facebook, at 850-687-9968, or at [email protected]. Story Time with STEAM Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Tuesday, April 19, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Thursday, April 21, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Bring your little explorer to your local library for an educational STEAM story time. Story time includes an activity focused on science, technology, engineering, art or math. We look forward to seeing you there! Animal Crossing: New Horizons Club Thursday, April 14, 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Want to play your favorite game with community friends? Bring your Nintendo Switch and swing by the Pensacola Library the second Thursday of the month. Need resources? Our staff will meet you on our Library Island. A limited number of Switches will be available for use for those who do not have one of their own or who might want to experience something new! Popular Literary Book Club Discussion: When Ghosts Come Home Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library Join the Popular Literary Book Club as we discuss When Ghosts Come Home by Wiley Cash. An airplane crash, with no signs of a pilot or cargo and a local man shot dead, lying on the grass near the crash site is the beginning of this murder investigation that will change the fate of the small-town community at its center. When the Ghosts Come Home is a tender and haunting story of a father and daughter, crime and forgiveness, race and memory. LEGO® Club Thursday, April 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Everyone loves LEGOs! Accept building challenges from our staff or free build your own creation. We will be ready to create with you the third Thursday of every month. Suggested for youth and their families. DUPLO® will be available for younger builders. Family Board Game Night Thursday, April 28, 5-6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us at Pensacola Library for an evening of family friendly board games and puzzles. Upcycle for the Pets Saturday, April 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library Upcycle for a cause! Make brand new toys for your pets and those waiting for adoption at Escambia County Animal Shelter. Please bring your clean, well-worn T-shirts and jeans to use. Family Story Time at Century Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The third Wednesday of every month is STEAM story time. Chess Club Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.-noon – Century Library Saturday, April 9, 1-3:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, April 23, 1-3:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, April 30, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Genealogy Library Whether you are a beginner or a master chess player, this is a chance to learn new skills, practice your moves and improve your game in a friendly environment. The library will provide all the chessboards and pieces. Every skill level is welcome. Glass Bead Candle Holders Thursday, April 14, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library We will be making glass bead candleholders. The library will supply all of the materials for you to make the candleholder. Come join us! Making Music at the Library Thursday, April 21, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library Do you love music? Come join in the fun as we learn about music and try our hand at making wonderful sounds with a variety of instruments. The library will supply all of the instruments for you to try out. Sew Much Fun Saturdays! Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.-noon – Century Library Want to learn how to sew or do you have a project you want to complete? Come to the Century Library for open sewing lab. Come use our machines for your project or work on a starter project supplied by the library. We have the tools to get you started. Don't want to sew? We have a no-sew project you can work on to join the fun! LEGO® Night with Minecraft Thursday, April 28, 5-6:30 p.m. – Century Library Calling all Master Builders! Come get your build on with us at Century Library with a variety of LEGO® bricks. You can join together with your friends in your world. DUPLO® bricks will be available for little builders. Robots! Robots! Robots! Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-noon – Century Library We will have a couple of different robots for you to try out. No prior experience with robots needed. Come join in the robot fun! Exploring Central Florida Memory Friday, April 1, 11 a.m.-noon – Genealogy Library Join us at Genealogy Library for our monthly presentation. In April, we will be exploring the Central Florida Memory online archive. Preservation with Scrapbooking Wednesday, April 13, 4-6 p.m. – Genealogy Library Join us at Genealogy Library and get started on your preservation activity. We will work on preservation via scrapbooking. Tissue Paper Flowers Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Molino Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Molino Library May flowers have come early to the Molino library! Don't forget to pick up a take-home tissue paper flower craft this month when you visit. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. One-on-One Tech Help at Molino Library Mondays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. – Molino Library Get 30 minutes of individual technology help at the Molino Library. Find your email, increase your computer knowledge, improve your skills with your smartphone, learn how to download eBooks, and more. Call 850-435-1760 to reserve your session. GED Instruction at Molino Library Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. – Molino Library Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. – Molino Library Earn your GED at the Molino Community Center. This is an open enrollment program so that students may enroll anytime during the semester. A current TABE test is required to enroll for the classes. Contact Patricia Harrison from George Stone at (850) 941-6200 ext. 2361 for more information. Mountain Dulcimers Tuesday, April 5, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library Tuesday, April 12, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Tuesday, April 19, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library Tuesday, April 26, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Join us in making sweet music with the Mountain Dulcimer. Bring your own or try one of ours. Beginners are welcome. See you then! Family Story Time at Molino Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but open to everyone. The fourth Wednesday of every month is STEAM story time. Codeybot Chaos Thursday, April 7, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Bring your kiddo over to visit the Molino Library to have fun learning basic coding principles with CodeyBots! Hunter Safety Class Wednesday, April 13, 6-10 p.m. – Molino Library Get ready for the fall hunting season. Hunters need this class to get their hunting license. This class requires completion of the Florida's free on-line hunter safety course BEFORE attending class. Go to myfwc.com to register and take the online course. Contact Paul Averill, Florida Fish and Wildlife Hunter Safety Instructor 850-982-8070 for more information. Thursday Crafternoons at Molino Library Thursday, April 14, 2-3 p.m. – Molino Library Join us on the second Thursday of the month and get crafty at Molino library. This month we will decorate Easter eggs using salt! All materials will be provided. Crochet Club at Molino Library Monday, April 25, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Come learn the fundamentals of crochet at the Molino Library. This month we will continue to learn how to make granny squares. Molino Book Club Discussion: ­Winter in Sokcho Monday, April 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Molino Library Join us as we discuss ­Winter in Sokcho by Élisa Shua Dusapin. Molino Book Club will meet the last Monday of the month. Spinning Earth Day Craft Thursday, April 28, 3-4 p.m. – Molino Library Love the planet? Come to Molino Library to create a spinning Earth of your very own. Friends of the Southwest Library Book Sale Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Southwest Library The Friends of the Southwest Library Book Sale is always on! Payment is cash or check only at the Boutique located on your left as you enter the lobby. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Library. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Tabletop Gaming: Boardgames Friday, April 1, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Monday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.-noon– Southwest Library All kinds of games can be fun and challenging to play. Don't know how to play Mahjong? Learn how! Already know how to play Dominion? Sharpen your skills! Come play board games of different sorts, including cooperative and competitive, simple and complex, and more. Elder Care Saturday, April 2, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Representatives from the Council on Aging of West Florida (COA) and Legal Service of North Florida (LSNF) will give a thoughtful presentation on services and opportunities available to elder adults in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. If you are aging and need help, or are a caregiver for an aging older adult, come learn more about what resources are available to you. To learn more about COA, visit coawfla.org or call 850-432-1475 for more information. To learn more about LSNF, visit lsnf.org or call 850-432-8222 for more information. Sewing for Adults at Southwest Library Monday, April 4, 10 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Monday, April 18, 10 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Do you like to sew or would you like to learn? Come join us as we have fun exploring the world of sewing. All skill levels welcome. We always have beginners' projects available to get you started or you can bring in whatever you are currently working on. The library provides sewing machines, scissors, thread, and other accessories to help you on your sewing journey. Family Story Time at Southwest Library Tuesday, April 5, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Tuesday, April 12, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Tuesday, April 19, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Tuesday, April 26, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The third Tuesday of every month is STEAM story time. One-on-One Tech Help at Southwest Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Do you need help with using your smartphone? Need to know the basic functions of your personal laptop? Sign up for a 30-minute one-on-one session for any basic computer skills topic. Call (850) 453-7780 to sign up for an appointment. Loopy Loomers Thursday, April 7, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Southwest Library Thursday, April 21, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Southwest Library Come make a hat! All experience levels welcome. All materials are provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Library. Southwest Book Club: Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty by Anderson Cooper and Katherine Howe Thursday, April 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 20, noon-1 p.m. – Southwest Library Join us to discuss a different book each month! This month's title is a nonfiction work about the Vanderbilts. "Moving from the hardscrabble wharves of old Manhattan to the lavish drawing rooms of Gilded Age Fifth Avenue, from the ornate summer palaces of Newport to the courts of Europe, and all the way to modern-day New York, Cooper and Howe wryly recount the triumphs and tragedies of an American dynasty unlike any other." Refreshments provided courtesy of the Friends of the Southwest Library. LEGO® Night Friday, April 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Friday, April 29, 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Everyone loves LEGOs! Accept building challenges from our staff or free-build your own creation. We will be ready to create with you the first and third Friday of every month. Suggested for youth and their families. DUPLO® will be available for younger builders. Tabletop Gaming: Roleplaying for Kids Friday, April 8, 4:30-6:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Join us for a family-friendly roleplaying adventure! We've all played "Let's Pretend" or "Make Believe" at some point. All a roleplaying game does is stick a few rules on top of that so everyone can get on with enjoying the story they're making together. Recommended for children age 5 to 12. Crafternoon: Earth Day Celebration Thursday, April 21, 4-6:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Our planet is a wonderful thing! Come celebrate Earth Day with a craft project you can take home with you. Tabletop Gaming: Roleplaying for Teens Friday, April 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Join us for a heroic roleplaying adventure! We've all played "Let's Pretend" or "Make Believe" at some point. All a roleplaying game does is stick a few rules on top of that so everyone can get on with enjoying the story they're making together. Recommended for teens and older. Find-It-Out Fridays: Optical Illusions! Friday, April 1, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Tryon Library Make your own optical illusion. April Fool your family and friends! Mystery Book Saturdays Saturday, April 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Every Saturday, we will hide the mystery book somewhere in the children's collection. The child who finds it gets a trip to the treasure chest! One winner every Saturday. Not available Saturday, April 16. Baby Story Time at Tryon Library Tuesday, April 5, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Tuesday, April 12, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Tuesday, April 19, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Tuesday, April 26, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. This program is suggested for babies ages 0 to 2 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. Sewing with STEAM for Adults Wednesday, April 6, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 13, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 20, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 27, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Do you like to sew or would you like to learn? Come join us every week as we have fun exploring the world of sewing. All skill levels welcome. We always have beginners' projects available to get you started or you can bring in whatever you are currently working on. The library provides sewing machines, scissors, thread, and other accessories to help you on your sewing journey. Family Story Time at Tryon Library Thursday, April 7, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 14, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 21, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 28, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The third Thursday of every month is STEAM story time. Silhouette Nail Art Tuesday, April 26, 3-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Make stickable nail art from our Silhouette Machine. Fun designs for everyone in the family. LEGO® Club Monday-Friday, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Build, learn and play every day! Join us at Westside Library every Monday – Friday from 4 – 5 p.m. for building with LEGOs! LEGO club is best for children ages five and up. Children under eight years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All LEGOs are provided. Not available Friday, April 15. Autism Awareness Craft Friday, April 1, noon-1 p.m. – Westside Library Visit Westside Library and celebrate Autism Awareness Month with a fun and educational craft. Suggested for ages 5 and up. All materials will be provided. Board Games Friday, April 1, 3-4 p.m. – Westside Library Friday, April 29, 3-4 p.m. – Westside Library Join us for some fun with board games at the Westside Library. Bring your friends and challenge them to a variety of games. First Contact Day Tuesday, April 5, noon-1 p.m. – Westside Library Visit Westside Library for an out of this world craft. Suggested for ages 5 and up. All materials will be provided. Walking Club Wednesday, April 6, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Wednesday, April 20, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Join in on the Walking Club fun at Westside Library this spring. Meet in the library where a staff member will lead the group for two laps around the park and historic Legion Field. National Walking Day is on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Bocce Ball Club Friday, April 8, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Visit Westside Library where you can learn and play Bocce Ball outdoors. Popular across the world, this casual, entertaining bowling game originated in Italy and has been played for centuries in various forms. Bocce Ball Team Competition Tuesday, April 12, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Visit the Westside Library where you can compete outdoors against other teams for a family friendly competition. Bocce Ball is a simple, yet strategic, European bowling game enjoyed by players from across the world. Earth Day Craft Friday, April 22, noon-1 p.m. – Westside Library Join us in making an Earth Day craft at the Westside Library and learn about the possibilities of a better world we all can create if we reduce, reuse, and recycle. Suggested for ages 5 and up. All materials will be provided. Beginner Chess Wednesday, April 27, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Learn the game of chess at Westside Library. A brief explanation of basic rules and game strategy along with family friendly competition may inspire participants to become lifelong chess fans. Holiday Closures Good Friday and Easter Holiday Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16, all day – All locations All locations will return to regular hours on Monday, April 18 and Tuesday, April 19. About STEAM West Florida Public Libraries offers STEAM programming every month designed to engage the entire community in learning more about science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. From the complexities of robotics and coding to sewing and homemade skin and body care items, there is a class or activity to appeal to you or your children. All levels of skill are welcome at every event or activity, and our librarians are always happy to answer any questions you may have. So join the STEAM Team for learning, fun and meet your community neighbors with similar interests. To learn more about STEAM events and activities and to see what else West Florida Public Libraries has to offer you and your family, visit https://mywfpl.com/events. Don't forget to like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter to see pictures and video from past and future events! #WFPL About West Florida Public Libraries West Florida Public Libraries is a network of seven libraries in Escambia County, FL. This network of libraries acts as the community's independent learning center for residents of all ages who live in Escambia County, Florida. The libraries' free programming and resources support school readiness, lifelong learning, research and development and help improve quality of life for local residents. Below is a list of events occurring in March at West Florida Public Libraries in Escambia County. For more information about library events, contact the Pensacola Library at (850) 436-5060. Find our website at mywfpl.com and follow West Florida Public Libraries on Facebook and Twitter for up-to-date event announcements, library news and more. West Florida Public Library Locations Pensacola Library: 239 N. Spring St., Pensacola, 32502 – (850) 436-5060Century Library: 7991 N. Century Blvd., Century, 32535 – (850) 256-6217Genealogy Library: 5740 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, 32504 – (850) 494-7373Molino Library: 6450-A Highgway 95A, Molino, 32577 – (850) 435-1760Southwest Library: 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, 32507 – (850) 453-7780Tryon Library: 1200 Langley Ave., Pensacola, 32504 – (850) 471-6980Westside Library: 1301 W. Gregory St., Pensacola, 32502 – (850) 595-1047 For hours of each WFPL location, visit mywfpl.com/locations. April Events at West Florida Public Libraries Beanstack: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Continuous – Virtual, mywfpl.beanstack.org Enjoy reading 1,000 books with your little ones! Log reading and earn badges all along the way. Bond with your child and inspire literacy along the way. A book a day is 365 books in a year, 730 in two years and 1,095 in three years! There is more time than you think, so get started today! Every 100 books come into the library to claim a prize. Be rewarded at 1,000 books with a book and a certificate of achievement. Bad Poetry Contest for Tweens and Teens! Friday, April 1-Saturday, April 30 – Virtual, Access the Form Here Ever thought you would win a prize for being BAD at something? Do you like to write? Are you in Middle or High school? Then, participate in West Florida Public Libraries' BAD POETRY CONTEST from April 1 to April 30 in honor of National Poetry Month. Here's what to do: Examples of bad poets include William McGonagall, Amanda McKittrick Ros, Philip James Bailey, Mary Elizabeth Coleridge, and Margaret Cavendish. An example of bad poetry is Vogon Poetry from Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. Inspiration for this program came from the Alfred Joyce Kilmer Memorial Bad Poetry Contest. Take-home Craft Kits Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Take-away craft kits and other activity bags are available at the Youth Services desk. Availability is on a first-come-first-serve basis during open hours. Kits rotate regularly. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. DIY Comic Book Journals Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library In this draw-it-yourself style comic book, you can draw a 4-panel comic using a daily prompt! Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Mindful Journal Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Patrons will incorporate mindfulness practices and daily journal prompts to list, describe and explore all of the many things in life that they are thankful for. Using a gratitude journal, along with mindfulness techniques, has been linked to an overall improvement in the quality of a person's life. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Creative Writing Journal Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Writing can be an uphill battle, and sometimes getting started is the hardest part. Jumpstart your creative process with themed prompts and writing tips. Use these ideas to start a novel, explore a scene or write a poem. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Germination Tank Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Spring is here! Plants are growing at the library. Patrons will be able to observe the stages of plant growth from seed to seedling. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Computing Basics: Tools and Tricks Friday, April 1, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Pensacola Library Join us as we demystify the use of computers, the Internet and more. Feel free to bring your portable personal devices for a question and answer session at the end of the class. Computers will be provided for the class. Sensory Story Saturdays Saturday, April 2 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Saturday, April 9 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, April 9, 2-2:30 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 23, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library West Florida Public Libraries will host Autism Pensacola for a special inclusive, sensory story time. An ASL interpreter will be available. Pressed Flower Suncatchers with STEAM Saturday, April 2, 1-3 p.m. – Century Library Tuesday, April 5, 3-4 p.m. – Westside Library Tuesday, April 12, 3-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 14, 3-4 p.m. – Southwest Library Thursday, April 21, 3-4 p.m. – Molino Library Saturday, April 23, 1-3 p.m. – Genealogy Library Thursday, April 28, 3-4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us at your local library for STEAM activities. This month children can learn about light reflection and refraction by creating their own Suncatchers! Baby Story Time at Pensacola Library Monday, April 4, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 11, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 18, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 25, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. This program is suggested for babies ages 0 to 2 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. STEAM Lab Study Hall Monday, April 4, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 11, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 18, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Monday, April 25, 3-5 p.m. – Pensacola Library Need a quiet place to work on your homework or study? Visit the STEAM Lab every Monday. Legal Services of North Florida Tuesday, April 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library Legal Services of North Florida (LSNF) is one of seven legal services organizations in Florida. Our program in the 16 counties in the North Florida works hard to meet the legal needs of children, elderly, victims of abuse and those with disabilities. LSNF's priority areas of representation include support for families; preserving the home; maintaining economic stability; safety, stability and health; and serving populations with special vulnerabilities. These translate to cases involving family law, housing, public benefits, employment, education, and health care issues. LSNF's purpose is to provide case representation and advice to low-income persons in civil matters only. LSNF serves only the low-income and those with certain vulnerable circumstances including the elderly. LSNF never charges a fee for our services to a client. More information about this organization is available at lsnf.org. Jazz by the Book: Hosted by Joe Occhipinti Tuesday, April 5, 1-3 p.m. – Pensacola Library Tuesday, April 26, 1-3 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join premier saxophonist Joe Occhipinti, one of Pensacola and the Gulf Coast's musical legends, as he and his small jazz ensemble enliven your afternoon with classic jazz favorites. Family Story Time at Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The second Wednesday of the month is STEAM story time. Food Science Thursday, April 7, 4 – 5:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us in our food science series where we debunk myths, experiment with food hacks, and try delicious tips. This time, we explore the science of ice cream! Crafternoons: DIY Tutus Thursday, April 7, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us at Pensacola Library for a creative adventure! Crafternoons will be held the first Thursday of each month. Each month we will experiment with a new medium, explore a new theme, learn a new hobby, or construct on old favorite. Whether we're painting, crocheting, constructing faux stained glass, or fashioning unicorn dream catchers, all ages are welcome. April's crafternoon activity will be DIY Tutus. All materials provided while supplies last. Tinkercad Class Friday, April 8, noon – 1:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Come release your imagination and inner engineer with Tinkercad! Tinkercad is a free online 3D tool that will inspire you to think, create, and make your own creation. Creating your designs will be done using blocks of code. Suggested for ages 10 and up. Fairy Houses Saturday, April 9, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join staff at Pensacola Library for a Saturday afternoon craft session. Do you believe in fairies? We do! Design and construct a beautiful house for your favorite garden creature. Suggested for youth and their families, but open to everyone. All materials provided while supplies last. Slow Ride at Pensacola Library Saturday, April 9, 4 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us for an escorted bicycle ride through downtown Pensacola. We are hosting a Bike Pensacola Slow Ride, the most popular ride in town! Come explore the scenic streets of Pensacola's historic neighborhoods on this fun and leisurely ride. The ride will last about an hour and ten minutes. No one will be "left behind." After the ride, enjoy music, get some swag, and participate in kid-friendly activities. There is no fee or registration to participate. Please be mindful of Bike Pensacola's rules: For more information, please call Pensacola Library at 850-436-5036 or contact Bike Pensacola on Facebook, at 850-687-9968, or at [email protected]. Story Time with STEAM Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Pensacola Library Tuesday, April 19, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Thursday, April 21, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Bring your little explorer to your local library for an educational STEAM story time. Story time includes an activity focused on science, technology, engineering, art or math. We look forward to seeing you there! Animal Crossing: New Horizons Club Thursday, April 14, 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Want to play your favorite game with community friends? Bring your Nintendo Switch and swing by the Pensacola Library the second Thursday of the month. Need resources? Our staff will meet you on our Library Island. A limited number of Switches will be available for use for those who do not have one of their own or who might want to experience something new! Popular Literary Book Club Discussion: When Ghosts Come Home Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library Join the Popular Literary Book Club as we discuss When Ghosts Come Home by Wiley Cash. An airplane crash, with no signs of a pilot or cargo and a local man shot dead, lying on the grass near the crash site is the beginning of this murder investigation that will change the fate of the small-town community at its center. When the Ghosts Come Home is a tender and haunting story of a father and daughter, crime and forgiveness, race and memory. LEGO® Club Thursday, April 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Everyone loves LEGOs! Accept building challenges from our staff or free build your own creation. We will be ready to create with you the third Thursday of every month. Suggested for youth and their families. DUPLO® will be available for younger builders. Family Board Game Night Thursday, April 28, 5-6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library Join us at Pensacola Library for an evening of family friendly board games and puzzles. Upcycle for the Pets Saturday, April 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library Upcycle for a cause! Make brand new toys for your pets and those waiting for adoption at Escambia County Animal Shelter. Please bring your clean, well-worn T-shirts and jeans to use. Family Story Time at Century Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Century Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The third Wednesday of every month is STEAM story time. Chess Club Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.-noon – Century Library Saturday, April 9, 1-3:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, April 23, 1-3:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, April 30, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Genealogy Library Whether you are a beginner or a master chess player, this is a chance to learn new skills, practice your moves and improve your game in a friendly environment. The library will provide all the chessboards and pieces. Every skill level is welcome. Glass Bead Candle Holders Thursday, April 14, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library We will be making glass bead candleholders. The library will supply all of the materials for you to make the candleholder. Come join us! Making Music at the Library Thursday, April 21, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library Do you love music? Come join in the fun as we learn about music and try our hand at making wonderful sounds with a variety of instruments. The library will supply all of the instruments for you to try out. Sew Much Fun Saturdays! Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.-noon – Century Library Want to learn how to sew or do you have a project you want to complete? Come to the Century Library for open sewing lab. Come use our machines for your project or work on a starter project supplied by the library. We have the tools to get you started. Don't want to sew? We have a no-sew project you can work on to join the fun! LEGO® Night with Minecraft Thursday, April 28, 5-6:30 p.m. – Century Library Calling all Master Builders! Come get your build on with us at Century Library with a variety of LEGO® bricks. You can join together with your friends in your world. DUPLO® bricks will be available for little builders. Robots! Robots! Robots! Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-noon – Century Library We will have a couple of different robots for you to try out. No prior experience with robots needed. Come join in the robot fun! Exploring Central Florida Memory Friday, April 1, 11 a.m.-noon – Genealogy Library Join us at Genealogy Library for our monthly presentation. In April, we will be exploring the Central Florida Memory online archive. Preservation with Scrapbooking Wednesday, April 13, 4-6 p.m. – Genealogy Library Join us at Genealogy Library and get started on your preservation activity. We will work on preservation via scrapbooking. Tissue Paper Flowers Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Molino Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Molino Library May flowers have come early to the Molino library! Don't forget to pick up a take-home tissue paper flower craft this month when you visit. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. One-on-One Tech Help at Molino Library Mondays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. – Molino Library Get 30 minutes of individual technology help at the Molino Library. Find your email, increase your computer knowledge, improve your skills with your smartphone, learn how to download eBooks, and more. Call 850-435-1760 to reserve your session. GED Instruction at Molino Library Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. – Molino Library Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. – Molino Library Earn your GED at the Molino Community Center. This is an open enrollment program so that students may enroll anytime during the semester. A current TABE test is required to enroll for the classes. Contact Patricia Harrison from George Stone at (850) 941-6200 ext. 2361 for more information. Mountain Dulcimers Tuesday, April 5, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library Tuesday, April 12, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Tuesday, April 19, 5-6 p.m. – Century Library Tuesday, April 26, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Join us in making sweet music with the Mountain Dulcimer. Bring your own or try one of ours. Beginners are welcome. See you then! Family Story Time at Molino Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 a.m. – Molino Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but open to everyone. The fourth Wednesday of every month is STEAM story time. Codeybot Chaos Thursday, April 7, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Bring your kiddo over to visit the Molino Library to have fun learning basic coding principles with CodeyBots! Hunter Safety Class Wednesday, April 13, 6-10 p.m. – Molino Library Get ready for the fall hunting season. Hunters need this class to get their hunting license. This class requires completion of the Florida's free on-line hunter safety course BEFORE attending class. Go to myfwc.com to register and take the online course. Contact Paul Averill, Florida Fish and Wildlife Hunter Safety Instructor 850-982-8070 for more information. Thursday Crafternoons at Molino Library Thursday, April 14, 2-3 p.m. – Molino Library Join us on the second Thursday of the month and get crafty at Molino library. This month we will decorate Easter eggs using salt! All materials will be provided. Crochet Club at Molino Library Monday, April 25, 5-6 p.m. – Molino Library Come learn the fundamentals of crochet at the Molino Library. This month we will continue to learn how to make granny squares. Molino Book Club Discussion: ­Winter in Sokcho Monday, April 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Molino Library Join us as we discuss ­Winter in Sokcho by Élisa Shua Dusapin. Molino Book Club will meet the last Monday of the month. Spinning Earth Day Craft Thursday, April 28, 3-4 p.m. – Molino Library Love the planet? Come to Molino Library to create a spinning Earth of your very own. Friends of the Southwest Library Book Sale Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Southwest Library Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Southwest Library The Friends of the Southwest Library Book Sale is always on! Payment is cash or check only at the Boutique located on your left as you enter the lobby. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Library. Not available Friday, April 15 or Saturday, April 16. Tabletop Gaming: Boardgames Friday, April 1, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Monday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.-noon– Southwest Library All kinds of games can be fun and challenging to play. Don't know how to play Mahjong? Learn how! Already know how to play Dominion? Sharpen your skills! Come play board games of different sorts, including cooperative and competitive, simple and complex, and more. Elder Care Saturday, April 2, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Representatives from the Council on Aging of West Florida (COA) and Legal Service of North Florida (LSNF) will give a thoughtful presentation on services and opportunities available to elder adults in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. If you are aging and need help, or are a caregiver for an aging older adult, come learn more about what resources are available to you. To learn more about COA, visit coawfla.org or call 850-432-1475 for more information. To learn more about LSNF, visit lsnf.org or call 850-432-8222 for more information. Sewing for Adults at Southwest Library Monday, April 4, 10 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Monday, April 18, 10 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Do you like to sew or would you like to learn? Come join us as we have fun exploring the world of sewing. All skill levels welcome. We always have beginners' projects available to get you started or you can bring in whatever you are currently working on. The library provides sewing machines, scissors, thread, and other accessories to help you on your sewing journey. Family Story Time at Southwest Library Tuesday, April 5, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Tuesday, April 12, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Tuesday, April 19, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Tuesday, April 26, 10:30-11 a.m. – Southwest Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The third Tuesday of every month is STEAM story time. One-on-One Tech Help at Southwest Library Wednesday, April 6, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 13, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 20, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 27, 10:30 a.m.-noon – Southwest Library Do you need help with using your smartphone? Need to know the basic functions of your personal laptop? Sign up for a 30-minute one-on-one session for any basic computer skills topic. Call (850) 453-7780 to sign up for an appointment. Loopy Loomers Thursday, April 7, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Southwest Library Thursday, April 21, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Southwest Library Come make a hat! All experience levels welcome. All materials are provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Library. Southwest Book Club: Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty by Anderson Cooper and Katherine Howe Thursday, April 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Southwest Library Wednesday, April 20, noon-1 p.m. – Southwest Library Join us to discuss a different book each month! This month's title is a nonfiction work about the Vanderbilts. "Moving from the hardscrabble wharves of old Manhattan to the lavish drawing rooms of Gilded Age Fifth Avenue, from the ornate summer palaces of Newport to the courts of Europe, and all the way to modern-day New York, Cooper and Howe wryly recount the triumphs and tragedies of an American dynasty unlike any other." Refreshments provided courtesy of the Friends of the Southwest Library. LEGO® Night Friday, April 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Friday, April 29, 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Everyone loves LEGOs! Accept building challenges from our staff or free-build your own creation. We will be ready to create with you the first and third Friday of every month. Suggested for youth and their families. DUPLO® will be available for younger builders. Tabletop Gaming: Roleplaying for Kids Friday, April 8, 4:30-6:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Join us for a family-friendly roleplaying adventure! We've all played "Let's Pretend" or "Make Believe" at some point. All a roleplaying game does is stick a few rules on top of that so everyone can get on with enjoying the story they're making together. Recommended for children age 5 to 12. Crafternoon: Earth Day Celebration Thursday, April 21, 4-6:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Our planet is a wonderful thing! Come celebrate Earth Day with a craft project you can take home with you. Tabletop Gaming: Roleplaying for Teens Friday, April 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m. – Southwest Library Join us for a heroic roleplaying adventure! We've all played "Let's Pretend" or "Make Believe" at some point. All a roleplaying game does is stick a few rules on top of that so everyone can get on with enjoying the story they're making together. Recommended for teens and older. Find-It-Out Fridays: Optical Illusions! Friday, April 1, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Tryon Library Make your own optical illusion. April Fool your family and friends! Mystery Book Saturdays Saturday, April 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Tryon Library Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Every Saturday, we will hide the mystery book somewhere in the children's collection. The child who finds it gets a trip to the treasure chest! One winner every Saturday. Not available Saturday, April 16. Baby Story Time at Tryon Library Tuesday, April 5, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Tuesday, April 12, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Tuesday, April 19, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Tuesday, April 26, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. This program is suggested for babies ages 0 to 2 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. Sewing with STEAM for Adults Wednesday, April 6, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 13, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 20, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Wednesday, April 27, 10 a.m.-noon – Tryon Library Do you like to sew or would you like to learn? Come join us every week as we have fun exploring the world of sewing. All skill levels welcome. We always have beginners' projects available to get you started or you can bring in whatever you are currently working on. The library provides sewing machines, scissors, thread, and other accessories to help you on your sewing journey. Family Story Time at Tryon Library Thursday, April 7, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 14, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 21, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Thursday, April 28, 10:30-11 a.m. – Tryon Library Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The third Thursday of every month is STEAM story time. Silhouette Nail Art Tuesday, April 26, 3-4 p.m. – Tryon Library Make stickable nail art from our Silhouette Machine. Fun designs for everyone in the family. LEGO® Club Monday-Friday, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Build, learn and play every day! Join us at Westside Library every Monday – Friday from 4 – 5 p.m. for building with LEGOs! LEGO club is best for children ages five and up. Children under eight years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All LEGOs are provided. Not available Friday, April 15. Autism Awareness Craft Friday, April 1, noon-1 p.m. – Westside Library Visit Westside Library and celebrate Autism Awareness Month with a fun and educational craft. Suggested for ages 5 and up. All materials will be provided. Board Games Friday, April 1, 3-4 p.m. – Westside Library Friday, April 29, 3-4 p.m. – Westside Library Join us for some fun with board games at the Westside Library. Bring your friends and challenge them to a variety of games. First Contact Day Tuesday, April 5, noon-1 p.m. – Westside Library Visit Westside Library for an out of this world craft. Suggested for ages 5 and up. All materials will be provided. Walking Club Wednesday, April 6, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Wednesday, April 20, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Join in on the Walking Club fun at Westside Library this spring. Meet in the library where a staff member will lead the group for two laps around the park and historic Legion Field. National Walking Day is on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Bocce Ball Club Friday, April 8, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Visit Westside Library where you can learn and play Bocce Ball outdoors. Popular across the world, this casual, entertaining bowling game originated in Italy and has been played for centuries in various forms. Bocce Ball Team Competition Tuesday, April 12, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Visit the Westside Library where you can compete outdoors against other teams for a family friendly competition. Bocce Ball is a simple, yet strategic, European bowling game enjoyed by players from across the world. Earth Day Craft Friday, April 22, noon-1 p.m. – Westside Library Join us in making an Earth Day craft at the Westside Library and learn about the possibilities of a better world we all can create if we reduce, reuse, and recycle. Suggested for ages 5 and up. All materials will be provided. Beginner Chess Wednesday, April 27, 4-5 p.m. – Westside Library Learn the game of chess at Westside Library. A brief explanation of basic rules and game strategy along with family friendly competition may inspire participants to become lifelong chess fans. Holiday Closures Good Friday and Easter Holiday Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16, all day – All locations All locations will return to regular hours on Monday, April 18 and Tuesday, April 19. About STEAM West Florida Public Libraries offers STEAM programming every month designed to engage the entire community in learning more about science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. From the complexities of robotics and coding to sewing and homemade skin and body care items, there is a class or activity to appeal to you or your children. All levels of skill are welcome at every event or activity, and our librarians are always happy to answer any questions you may have. So join the STEAM Team for learning, fun and meet your community neighbors with similar interests. To learn more about STEAM events and activities and to see what else West Florida Public Libraries has to offer you and your family, visit https://mywfpl.com/events. Don't forget to like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter to see pictures and video from past and future events! #WFPL About West Florida Public Libraries West Florida Public Libraries is a network of seven libraries in Escambia County, FL. This network of libraries acts as the community's independent learning center for residents of all ages who live in Escambia County, Florida. The libraries' free programming and resources support school readiness, lifelong learning, research and development and help improve quality of life for local residents. This press release was produced by Escambia County Government. The views expressed here are the author's own.