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Hallyu - The Korean New Wave Films: Oldboy
Thursday, December 15, 6:00-8:00pm
Downtown Library
Oh Dae-Su, an obnoxious drunk abducted on a rainy night in 1988, wakes up in a strange, windowless hotel room. Kept under lock and key, his invisible captors keep him fed and systematically sedated. After fifteen long years in captivity, he is released. Now, his pitiless abductors encourage Oh Dae-Su to track down the ones behind the mysterious kidnapping and get his revenge on the unknown tormentor. (Rated R) No registration required.
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Hallyu - The Korean New Wave Films: Burning
Thursday, December 29, 6:00-8:00pm
Downtown Library
Deliveryman Jongsu is out on a job when he runs into Haemi, a girl who once lived in his neighborhood. She asks if he'd mind looking after her cat while she's away on a trip to Africa. On her return, she introduces to Jongsu an enigmatic young man named Ben, whom she met during her trip. One day, Ben tells Jongsu about his most unusual hobby. (Rated R) No registration required.
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Friends Music Series: Women of Note
Sunday, December 4, 3:00-4:00pm
Downtown Library
Women of Note, an award-winning a cappella chorus now in its 25th year, embraces women of varying levels of vocal skills and diverse backgrounds to share the joy of harmony with each other and our community. Blending the rich tradition of barbershop harmony with all types of music, Women of Note performs a repertoire that is enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
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Resumes That Open Doors
Thursday, December 1, 15, 1:30-3:30pm
Spanish River Library
Learn how to put together a winning resume. Bring your own resume to see how it can be improved (leave off name, address and other personal information). Program offered twice this month. Register through the links below for your preferred date:
December 1 | December 15
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Inspirational Public Speaking
Tuesday, December 13, 11:00am-12:30pm
Spanish River Library
Learn how to inspire people when called upon to say a few words. Whether giving people a great New Year message, celebrating a big accomplishment, or providing encouragement to overcome a setback, we will teach you how words can uplift and energize.
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StoryCentral Storytelling Slam
Sunday, December 18, 4:00-5:30pm
Downtown Library (or virtual)
It's a community storytelling concert. It's a friendly competition. It's a chance to make new connections and renew old ones. Come for the delightful cafe atmosphere, coffee and tea, cookies and 5-7-minute personal stories (not read or memorized) from the audience. First prize: $50 (sponsored by StoryCentral). For more information or to sign up to tell a story, email cneile@fau.edu.
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Poets on the Fringe (POTF)
Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 6:00-7:45pm
Downtown Library
Poets from all walks of life, both established and emerging, are encouraged to share their work and offer positive feedback and support to each other. This weekly series is hosted by Pamela Passaretta, who coordinated this program for 10 years in Washington, DC. Open to ages 18 and up. No enrollment required.
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EcoWatch Lecture Series - Respect the Locals: Diving into LMC's Conservation-Based Initiatives
Wednesday, December 28, 6:30-7:30pm
Downtown Library
Valerie Tovar, Conservation Coodinator at Loggerhead Marinelife Center, will discuss Project SHIELD, which works to develop and implement multifaceted, comprehensive solutions to man-made threats facing sea turtles. Presented by Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Pre-register by calling Gumbo Limbo at 561-544-8605.
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Gods and Kings Book Discussion
Monday, December 5, 6:00-7:00pm
Downtown Library
Join Neil Schulhoff to discuss this story of Galliano and McQueen, the two working-class British boys who shook fashion to its core. With their complicated and deeply seductive designs, they moved from the raucous art and club scene of London to the old-school heart of French couture. Dana Thomas, who witnessed their arrival in Paris and interviewed more than one hundred people close to both designers, presents their lives in rich detail. Click here to reserve a copy.
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Book Clubs for Adults: Best Books of 2022
Thursday, December 8, 6:30-7:30pm
Virtual discussion
Join us for an end-of-year celebration of the Best Books of 2022. Let's discuss some of the year's bestselling titles, the books that trended the most, award winners, and hidden treasures. We will wrap up our reading year with recommendations and conversations about which books impacted us the most. Attend virtually. A link to the meeting will be emailed upon enrollment.
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An Hour to Kill Mystery Book Club: Wrong Place Wrong Time, by Gillian McAllister
Tuesday, December 13, 10:30-11:30am
Downtown Library
It's every parent's nightmare. Your happy, funny, innocent son commits a terrible crime: murdering a complete stranger. You don't know who. You don't know why. You only know your teenage boy is in custody -- and his future lost. Somewhere in the past lie the answers, and you don't have a choice but to find them... Click here to reserve a copy.
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Proust Book Club: Swann's Way
Tuesday, December 20, 10:30-11:30am
Downtown Library
Swann's Way is one of the preeminent novels of childhood: a sensitive boy's impressions of his family and neighbors, all brought dazzlingly back to life years later by the taste of a madeleine. Click here to reserve a copy.
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What's New in the Digital Library |
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What's New for Children and Teens |
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New Book at StoryWalk in Serenoa Glade Preserve: Lola Loves Stories, by Anna McQuinn
December and January, Serenoa Glade Preserve
in George Snow Park
Visit the Serenoa Glade Preserve to read Lola Loves Stories, by Anna McQuinn. Lola loves to go to the library with her daddy. Every night, she reads a new story, and the next day, she acts it out. One day, she's a fairy princess. The next day, she goes on a trip to Lagos! She becomes a tiger, a farmer, a pilot.... What will Lola be next?
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Winter Art Making Activities
Friday, December 9, 3:00-4:00pm
Downtown Library and Spanish River Library
Join the fun! Stop by for our Family Winter Art Making Activities program any time between 3:00 and 4:00pm. Free program and materials are provided. Children 8 & younger must be accompanied by an adult. No enrollment required.
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Tail Waggin' Tutors
Saturdays, December 3, 17, 12:00-2:00pm
Downtown Library
Elementary school children can practice their reading skills by reading to a certified therapy dog. Free program. Sign up at the Youth Services Desk in person or by phone. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes before your appointment to pick out a book to read and sign the required participation waiver.
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Special Guest Storytime: Mr. Adrian and His Tractor (all ages)
Monday, December 12, Spanish River Library
Thursday, December 15, Downtown Library
Join us for this special storytime with our guest reader, Mr. Adrian, from the City's Municipal Services Department. Kids can come outside following the program to see a real tractor! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Drop-in Family Storytime (all ages)
Spanish River Library, Mondays and Saturdays, 10:00-10:30am
Downtown Library, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10:00-10:30am
No registration required for this lively storytime for families. Join us for fun stories, music and movement, songs, and rhymes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Bedtime Drop-in Storytime (all ages)
Tuesday, December 13, 6:30-7:00pm
Downtown Library
Join us for this 30-minute interactive family class with stories and music. Pajamas are encouraged! No registration required.
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Booktastic Book Club: A Horn for Louis (ages 7-8)
Tuesday, December 27, 3:30-4:15pm
Spanish River Library
Seven-year-old Louis Armstrong was too poor to buy a real horn. Every day he rode a junk wagon through the streets of New Orleans, playing his tin horn and collecting stuff people didn't want. Then one day he passed a pawn shop with a gleaming brass trumpet in the window.... After enrollment, pick up a book at the Spanish River Library Youth Services desk, funded by Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library. Child attends independently.
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Introduction to Acting for Tweens & Teens (ages 9-18)
Wednesday, December 14, 6:00-7:00pm
Spanish River Library
Come join us in this introduction to acting, improvisation, and theatre, plus work on your creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. Registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome.
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Tween Book Jam: Time Cat: The Remarkable Journeys of Jason and Gareth (ages 9-12)
Wednesday, December 21, 6:00-7:00pm
Spanish River Library
Gareth doesn’t have nine lives, but he is definitely not an ordinary cat. For one thing, he can talk. For another, he has magical powers that Jason never dreamed of, like traveling through time! Pick up a free copy of the book at the Spanish River Library Youth Services Desk after enrolling. Books funded by Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library.
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Switch It Up! Teen Gaming (ages 12-18)
December 5, 6:00-7:00pm
Spanish River Library
Come show your skills on the Nintendo Switch as you battle your friends. Bring your own Switch or use ours. No registration required.
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Teen Graphic Novel Club: Generation Why (Ms. Marvel #2), by G. Willow Wilson (ages 13-18)
Thursday, December 15, 6:00-7:00pm
Spanish River Library
Who is the Inventor, and what does he want with the all-new Ms. Marvel and all her friends? Maybe Wolverine can help! If Kamala can stop fan-girling out about meeting her favorite super hero, that is.... Pick up a free copy of the book at the Spanish River Library Youth Services Desk after enrollment. Books funded by Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library.
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Art Exhibit: Life, Death, and Awakening: As Seen in Reflection of Nature, by Diane Parks
Through Friday, January 6, during regular library hours
Downtown Library lobby
Visit the lobby of the Downtown Library for a new exhibit, "Life, Death, and Awakening: As Seen in Reflection of Nature," by Diane Parks. "As an artist," notes Parks, "my evolution and journey have been to create and produce metaphorical paintings which communicate my deepest feelings about my own personal experiences of life, death, and nature using various types of landscapes as subject matter."
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Photography Exhibit: Backyard Beauty, by Joshua Rubin
Through December 10, during regular library hours
Spanish River Library, second floor
The Spanish River Library presents the photography exhibit, Backyard Beauty, by Joshua Rubin. This award-winning nature photographer specializes in capturing the natural beauty of the native birds and other wildlife of South Florida.
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Library Team Member Spotlight |
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