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Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Saturday, June 8,
10:00am-12:00pm
Spanish River Library
This month, we launch our annual Summer Reading program, “A Universe of Stories”! Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library, this year’s space-themed activities and classes will inspire all ages to become reading stars. The festivities blast-off with a free Kick-Off Party where the whole family is invited to play games, enjoy food, listen to a live DJ, enjoy a Galaxy Bubble Party, and much more.
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Morning Muffins and Mysteries: They All Fall Down, by Rachel Howzell Hall
Tuesday, June 4, 10:30-11:30am
Downtown Library
For fans of thrilling contemporary suspense, Rachel Howzell Hall’s brilliant stand-alone novel brings seven sinners to a private island for a reckoning that will leave you breathless. Join Neil Schulhoff for a discussion of this acclaimed mystery, and enjoy coffee and muffins.
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The Regency Book Club: Persuasion, by Jane Austen
Friday, June 28, 1:00-2:30pm
Downtown Library
Jane Austen once compared her writing to painting on a little bit of ivory, 2 inches square. Readers of Persuasion will discover that neither her skill for delicate, ironic observations on social custom, love, and marriage nor her ability to apply a sharp focus lens to English manners and morals has deserted her in her final finished work.
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Workshop: Introduction to Illustrator
Monday, June 10, 1:00-3:00pm
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
Get started with graphic design! This class will focus on the basic tools to get started in Illustrator -- setting up files, drawing tools, layers and more.
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Introduction to Podcasting
Saturday, June 15, 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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Discover Studio Open Labs
Various days in June,
see times below
Downtown Library, Discover Studio
The Discover Studio is available for individual projects during Open Lab times. A library staff member will be available for questions and guidance. Register through the links below.
Library Educational Resources: June 4, 12:30-2:30pm
Photoshop, Illustrator, iMovie: June 6, 1:30-3:30pm
Illustrator: June 13, 1:30-3:30pm
Genealogy: June 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Illustrator: June 27, 1:30-3:30pm
Facebook: June 28, 3:30-5:30pm
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Dealing with Iguanas in the Florida Landscape
Wednesday, June 12, 6:00-7:30pm
Downtown Library
Biologists from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will conduct this workshop to empower homeowners to deter or remove nuisance iguanas from their private property. Learn about the ecological impact of the increasing infestation of this nonnative species and the rules and regulations regarding legal removal and disposal options.
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Travel Trends: Airbnb, Uber and Local Eats
Thursday, June 13, 10:30am-12:00pm
Spanish River Library
Travel like a local wherever you go! Learn how to find off-the-beaten path and immersive travel experiences for solo travelers and small groups.
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Meal Planning with Evernote
Thursday, June 6, 1:00-2:30pm
Spanish River Library
Use Evernote to store recipes, create shopping lists and meal plan to help organize your week.
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Getting Started with Facebook Groups and Pages
Thursday, June 27, 1:30-3:00pm
Downtown Library
Promote your business! Learn to set up Facebook Groups and Business Pages. Prerequisite: Facebook 101 or equivalent knowledge of Facebook.
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Scan and Organize Your Family Photos
Friday, June 21, 1:30-3:00pm
Downtown Library
Learn best practices for sorting, capturing, tagging, storing, backing up, and sharing your precious memories. Must bring your own flash drive and photos.
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Special Guest Drop-In Story Time: City of Boca Raton Staff Dads
Monday, June 10, 10:00-10:30am
Spanish River Library
Thursday, June 13, 10:00-10:30am
Downtown Library
Father's Day is on June 16, so be sure to attend a special Drop-In Story Time to celebrate dads with your little ones! These special story times feature City staff dads as guest readers. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Pajama Drop-in Story Time
Tuesday, June 11, 6:30-7:00pm
Spanish River Library
Interactive family class with stories and music to get you ready for sweet dreams. Come dressed in your jammies!
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Family Date Afternoons
Saturdays, 2:30-4:00pm
Both Libraries
Summer's here, which means it's time for Family Date Afternoons! Join us for the following activities in June. No registration required.
June 15: LEGOs, Spanish River Library
June 22: Board Games, Downtown Library
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Anime Club (Ages 9-17)
Mondays, June 3, 17, 6:00-7:30pm
Downtown Library
Join us for anime and Japanese snacks! Episode ratings range from PG to PG-13. For children 12 and younger, a parental permission slip must be filled out and handed to the instructor before the program. No enrollment required.
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Virtual Reality Explorers: StarTracker (Ages 9-14)
Saturday, June 22, 2:00-3:00pm
Downtown Library
Visit several virtual observatories and planetariums. Look around and see where the stars, galaxies, and other celestial bodies are in the sky. Bring a Smartphone to download and use VR apps, games, or videos. Cardboards provided and support most Smartphones with screen sizes from 4-6 inches.
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Tween Voyagers (Ages 9-14)
Wednesdays,
6:00-7:00pm
Downtown Library
Join us for a weekly activity night for tweens. Register through the links below.
June 12: Minecraft Night
Create a new world with your friends on our Xbox Minecraft game, while also enjoying Minecraft themed crafts.
June 19: Let's Explore a Planetarium
Come join us as we explore space in a planetarium.
June 26: Edible Planets
Build edible models of Jupiter and Earth to compare their sizes and illustrate their internal layers. Discuss how the Juno mission will infer details about Jupiter's interior by measuring its gravity field and magnetic field.
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All Systems Go: Teen Game Nights (Ages Middle & High School)
Tuesdays, June 11, 18, 25,
6:00-7:00pm
Downtown Library
Come join us for video games and board games, snacks and drinks! No enrollment required.
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Friday Special: Brent Gregory's Magic Show
Friday, June 21, 3:30-4:15pm
Downtown Library
Be amazed with Brent Gregory's dazzling, space-themed show this summer! His magic is fun-filled, engaging, and family-friendly. No enrollment or library card necessary. Free tickets are available 1/2 hour prior to show time. Space is limited. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
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Friday Special: Tampa Taiko Japanese Drums
Friday, June 28, 3:30-4:30pm
Spanish River Library
Taiko drums are deeply entrenched in the fabric of Japanese culture. The drummers of Tampa Taiko perform in a traditional style using drums, gongs, cymbals, and a shakuhachi, a Japanese bamboo flute. No enrollment or library card necessary. Free tickets are available 1/2 hour prior to show time. Space is limited. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
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Endless Possibilities: Boca Raton Community High School Student Photography
Through June 30, during regular library hours
Downtown Library
For the sixth year, photographs taken by the students in Boca High's esteemed and internationally known photography program will be featured. Come and view the artistic talents of Boca Raton's teenagers!
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Boca Raton Public Library
400 NW 2nd AvenueBoca Raton, Florida 334321501 NW Spanish River Blvd.
Boca Raton, Florida 33431
561-393-7852www.bocalibrary.org/ |
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