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Jamaica Farewell with Debra Ehrhardt
Saturday, February 23, 4:00-5:30pm
Downtown Library
In Jamaica Farewell, Ehrhardt shares how she achieved her teenage dream of coming to the United States by smuggling $1 million from Kingston to Miami. This extraordinary show, directed by My Big Fat Greek Wedding’s Joel Zwick, has played around the country to massive acclaim and has been optioned by a major Hollywood producer.
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FAU Research in Action: The Relationship Between Plants and People, with Maria Fadiman, PhD
Thursday, February 21, 2:00-3:00pm
Downtown Library
Ever wonder about the relationship between plants and people? If so, then join us for an engaging talk on ethnobotany with Maria Fadiman, PhD, a National Geographic Emerging Explorer, Associate Professor of Geography at FAU, and writer of academic articles and adventure essays. You may also recognize her from one of her lively TEDx Talks. Dr. Fadiman specializes in the environmental human connection with a focus on conservation and sustainability. Don't miss this lively presentation as she shares her energy and knowledge with us.
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FAU Men's Basketball Love Libraries Day
Saturday, February 16,
2:00pm
FAU Arena
Calling all FAU Basketball fans! We're celebrating Love Libraries Day once again with the Florida Atlantic University Owls men’s basketball team during their February 16 game against Rice University. BRPL cardholders receive a special ticket rate of only $3 for this game. For more information and to get tickets, contact FAU’s Jack Willenbrock at 561-297-0435. Go, Owls!
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Morning Muffins and Mysteries: Anatomy of a Scandal, by Sarah Vaughan
Tuesday, February 5, 10:30-11:30am
Downtown Library
An astonishingly incisive and suspenseful novel about a scandal amongst Britain’s privileged elite and the women caught up in its wake. Join Neil Schulhoff for a discussion of this acclaimed mystery, and enjoy coffee and muffins.
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The Regency Book Club: Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen
Friday, February 22, 1:00-2:30pm
Downtown Library
Join Neil Schulhoff for a lively discussion of this literary classic. Though Austen set the story at the turn of the 19th century, her novel retains a fascination for modern readers, continuing near the top of lists of "most loved books."
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Foreign Film Series: Toni Erdmann (R, 102 min)
Tuesday, February 12, 6:30-8:30pm
Downtown Library
A practical joking father tries to reconnect with his hard-working daughter by creating an outrageous alter ego and posing as her CEO's life coach. Newsday calls this movie, "Funny, tender, outrageous -- this unpredictable movie belongs in a category all its own."
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Black Visionaries -- Chisholm '72: Unbought & Unbossed (NR, 76min)
Saturday, February 9, 4:00-6:00pm
Downtown Library
Chisholm ‘72 chronicles Shirley Chisholm’s run for president and the ripple effects her candidacy had on American culture. In her turbulent seven months on the campaign trail, she brings together a motley crew of Americans from all walks of life, making education, unemployment, healthcare, poverty, and housing the core of her platform.
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Black Visionaries -- The Gospel According to Andre (PG-13, 93min)
Saturday, February 16, 4:00-6:00pm
Downtown Library
This intimate portrait of André Leon Tally, a fixture in the world of fashion, takes viewers on a journey from André's roots growing up to becoming one of the most influential tastemakers and fashion curators of our times.
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Adobe Photoshop 2
Thursday, February 28, 6:00-7:30pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
In this intermediate class, learn how to edit images by cropping, straightening, and making lens and color corrections.
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Workshop: Introduction to Illustrator
Monday, February 11,
10:30am-1:00pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
Get started with graphic design! This class will focus on the basic tools to get anyone started in Illustrator -- setting up files, drawing tools, layers, and more.
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3D Printing Project
Saturday, February 9, 10:00am-12:00pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
Enjoy full use of the lab computers to design and create your own three-dimensional objects and print them. An instructor will be available to assist with design and answer questions.
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Introduction to Tinkercad
Wednesday, February 20,
6:00-7:30pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
Design a 3D object using easy-to-use modeling software. No prior experience with Tinkercad is required, but you must set up a free account at www.tinkercad.com.
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Introduction to Music Technologies
Saturday, February 2, 1:30-3:00pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
A look into DAWS and the MIDI: Musical Instrument Digital Interface, the single industry standard for electronic instruments, computers, and digital audio media devices and software.
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iMovie Magic: Editing and Effects
Saturday, February 16, 1:30-3:00pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
Create your own mini film in this series on iMovie, including importing, editing, audio and creating a trailer.
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Introduction to Podcasting
Saturday, February 23, 1:00-2:30pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
Create your own podcast! Learn about the origins and uses of podcasting as well as necessary equipment, recording, and scripting. All equipment is provided
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Poetry Discussion
Monday, February 4, 1:30-3:00pm
Downtown Library
Bring a poem for the poetry roundtable and learn what resources the library has to offer for aspiring poets.
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Beginner's Guide to PowerPoint
Wednesday, February 13, 10:30am-12:00pm
Downtown Library
Learn how to create basic presentations, and customize slide transitions, animations and handouts. Laptops will be provided for use during the class. For users of the Windows version of PowerPoint.
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Cover Letter Workshop
Thursday, February 21, 6:00-7:00pm
Downtown Library
Online job searching may mean your cover letter may be your only chance to convince the recruiter YOU are the best person for the job. Learn tips to make a great first impression with a cover letter to increase your chances of securing a face-to-face interview.
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Welcome to Boca Raton!
Saturday, February 23, 10:30am-12:00pm
Spanish River Library
Whether you are a new or long-time resident, this class will surprise you with all the city has to offer. Topics include parks and recreation, shopping, transportation and more.
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Digital Assistants: Smart Home Devices
Tuesday, February 26, 1:30-3:00pm
Downtown Library
Learn what smart digital assistants are and how they work: Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant. Discover how they can help with hands-free situations, people with disabilities, and the elderly.
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Friday Special: Danny the Cowboy Circus
Friday, February 8, 3:30-4:15pm
Spanish River Library, Mezzanine
In this fun-filled family show, kids learn cowboy skills such as trick roping, cracking a bullwhip and even lassoing. Free tickets are required and will be available 1/2 hour prior to show time.
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Valentine Family Card Creations
Saturday, February 9, 2:00-4:00pm
Downtown Library and Spanish River Library
Make valentine cards for the special people in your life! Cards and decorating materials will be provided. No enrollment required. Children 8 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
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Bilingual Drop-in Story Time: Italian
Monday, February 4,
10:00-10:30am
Spanish River Library
Develop language and fine motor skills with rhymes, songs, and stories. Learn simple words in a new language. Children 8 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
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Special Guest Story Time with Gumbo Limbo
Thursday, February 7, 10:00-10:30am
Downtown Library Monday, February 11, 10:00-10:30am Spanish River Library
Join us for story time with a special guest reader from Gumbo Limbo Nature Center! No enrollment required. Children 8 & younger must be accompanied by an adult. |
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Tween Explorers: Salt Painting (Ages 9-12) Wednesday, February 20, 6:30-7:30pm Downtown LibraryHave some fab, fizzing fun by making 3D salt paintings. Use your imagination, glue, salt and watercolors to make an eye-popping work of art.
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Pokémon Card Game Night (Ages 8-14)
Wednesday, February 20, 6:00-8:00pm
Spanish River Library
Bring your Pokémon cards and enjoy playing and trading with new friends. Watch a Pokémon movie and play Pokémon video games. Pokémon cards will also be provided.
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Youth Makers: Makey Makey (Ages 9-14)
Wednesday, February 13, 6:00-7:00pm
Downtown Library
Create unique music tunes with Makey Makey. Use different objects such as bananas to replace the computer keyboard buttons and play a virtual piano!
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Tween Book Jam: The Van Gogh Deception, by Deron Hicks (Ages 9-12)
Wednesday, February 6, 6:30-7:30pm
Spanish River Library
In The Van Gogh Deception, a young boy is discovered in Washington DC’s National Gallery without any recollection of who he is, which begins a high-stakes race to unravel the greatest mystery of all: his identity. Receive a free copy of the book upon enrollment courtesy of the Friends of BRPL.
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Teen Book Club: Dear Martin, by Nic Stone (Ages 13-17)
Tuesday, February 12, 6:30-7:30pm
Downtown Library
Raw, captivating, and undeniably real, Nic Stone boldly tackles American race relations in this stunning New York Times bestselling debut, a William C. Morris Award Finalist. Receive a free copy of the book upon enrollment courtesy of the Friends of BRPL.
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Teen Movie: Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13; Ages 13-17)
Thursday, February 21, 6:00-8:15pm
Downtown Library
Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in this adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. No enrollment required.
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VIDEO: Family Fishing Derby
Saturday, January 12, 10:00am-12:00pm
Spanish River Library
It was a spectacular day for our 3nd Annual Fishing Derby at Spanish River Library! Families learned about safe fishing, received a free rod, reel and tackle box courtesy of Fish Florida, and, of course, caught some fish! Medals, prizes, pizza and garlic rolls were enjoyed by all. Click on the title above to view the video highlights!
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