ADULT ACTIVITIES

MAY

Palm Beach County Board of County CommissionersPaulette Burdick, Mayor; Melissa McKinlay, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger; Mack Bernard Connect. Inspire. Enrich. 5/18

Sponsored by the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System.

Melissa McKinlay, Mayor; Mack Bernard, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Paulette Burdick; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger

WELLINGTON BRANCH1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington 33414

Phone: 790-6070

Tue, May 01 & 15, 6:30 pmHooked on CrochetLearn beginning techniques or bring current projects to share and work on. (90 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 02, 09 & 16, 6:30 pm YogaLearn poses standing or seated in a chair, taught by Dr. Debra Weiss, a certified yoga instructor. Bring water and wear comfortable clothing. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 03, 6:30 pmWriters’ Critique WorkshopShare, offer and accept constructive criticism to improve your fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a supportive atmosphere. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Mon, May 07, 14 & 21, 6:30 pmEnglish ExchangePractice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. (2 hr.)

Tue, May 08, 6:30 pmBook Discussion: “The Color of Water: A Black Man’s Tribute to His White Mother,” by James McBride Copies available at the research services desk. (60 min.) Preregister.

Mon, May 14, 6:30 pmChess ClubBasic game knowledge is required. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Wed, May 23, 6:30 pmMental Health Awareness Month: Mental Health & the Criminal CourtLearn about how criminal cases are handled in the court system when an individual has a mental health condition. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, May 29, 6:30 pmLine DancingBeginners and experienced line dancers will learn line dances to keep you movin’ and groovin’. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 30, 6:30 pmGetting Started With Ancestry Library EditionLearn how to access and navigate one of the most popular online resources for researching your family tree. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 31, 10:00 amGreat Native Plants for Your GardenJoin extension agent, Laurie Albrecht, and discover the beautiful plants that call our county home! Get a voucher for two free three-gallon native plants. (90 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 31, 6:30 pmLand a New Job With Career TransitionsEnhance your job search, write an effective résumé and cover letter, or explore a new career path using Career Transitions, one of our online research tools. (60 min.) Preregister.

KIDS ACTIVITIES

MAY

Palm Beach County Board of County CommissionersPaulette Burdick, Mayor; Melissa McKinlay, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger; Mack Bernard Connect. Inspire. Enrich. 5/18

Sponsored by the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System.

Melissa McKinlay, Mayor; Mack Bernard, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Paulette Burdick; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger

Tue, May 01, 3:00 pmCraftapaloozaLots of artistic fun! Choose to create multiple crafts from our fun selections. Ages 2-10. Limit 50. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 02, 3:00 pmArm ParrotArrgh-Matey! It’s Scurvy Awareness Day. Make an arm parrot to keep you company while you plunder the seven seas. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 03, 3:00 pm STEAM ClubUse your science, design and engineering skills as we tackle unique challenges. Ages 5-12. Limit 50. (90 min.) Preregister.

Fri, May 04, 3:00 pmMay the Fourth Be With YouExperience a “Star Wars”-themed activity. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sat, May 05, 11:00 amStarry StoriesJoin us for super cool stories about space, aliens and planets. Ages 2-6. Limit 40. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sun, May 06, 1:00 pmMother’s Day Tree CardAre you ready for Mother’s Day? Nothing says “I love you” like a handmade card. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister.

Mon, May 07, 14 & 21, 2:30 pmHomework ClubEnjoy a quiet space to study, read and complete homework. Ages 5-12. (2 hr.)

Tue, May 08, 3:00 pmMarvelous MomsCelebrate Mother’s Day by creating a fun card for the special lady in your life. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 10, 3:00 pmArt ClubCreate unique, colorful artwork. Ages 5-12. Limit 25.(45 min.) Preregister.

Fri, May 11, 18 & 25, 2:30 pm Friday Movie MagicEnjoy an afternoon of movie entertainment. Popcorn provided. Ages 5-12. 05/11: “The Emoji Movie.” ©Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. (86 min.) PG 05/18: “Wonder.” ©Lions Gate Films, Inc. (113 min.) PG 05/25: “The LEGO Batman Movie.” ©Warner Bros. (104 min.) PG

Tue, May 15, 3:00 pmJumping Frog OrigamiIt’s National Frog Jumping Day! Celebrate by making some jumping origami frogs and compare whose frog jumps highest. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 16, 3:00 pmLEGO® BricksBuild, imagine and play with our LEGO® bricks. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 17, 3:00 pmWorst Case Scenario TriviaYou survived school, but can you survive the worst case scenario? Come and find out. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 09, 6:00 pm Adulting 101: Getting a JobTips on how to write résumés, cover letters and how to ace that interview! Snacks provided. Ages 12 & up. Limit 25. (90 min.)

Wed, May 16, 6:00 pm Anime NationView new anime titles in Japanese with English subtitles. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. Limit 25. (90 min.)

Wed, May 23, 6:00 pm Teen TakeoverA night for teens only! Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend or make new ones. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. Limit 30. (2 hr.)

Sat, May 19, 11:00 amBedtime BonanzaCatch some zzz’s after some sleepy stories, songs and a craft. Ages 2-6. Limit 40. (45 min.) Preregister.

Tue, May 22, 3:00 pmPokémon ClubBring your DS or Pokémon cards and get ready to battle, trade and make new friends. Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 23, 3:00 pmMay FlowersNow that April showers are over, show your creativity and construct colorful paper flowers. Ages 2-10. Limit 40. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 24, 3:00 pm Dance PartyMusic, dance and fun. Celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer fun! Refreshments provided. Ages 5-12. (90 min.) Preregister.

Tue, May 29, 3:00 pmMake Your Own Musical InstrumentGet a head start on the end of the school year celebrations by creating your own pair of maracas to cha-cha-cha your way out of the classroom. Ages 5-12. Limit 40. (45 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 30, 3:00 pmPaper AirplanesTest your flight skills as we compete in a paper airplane contest! Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 31, 3:00 pmPirate BingoCreate your own card and see if luck is on your side. Join the fun and win a prize! Ages 5-12. Limit 25. (45 min.) Preregister. TEEN ACTIVITIESWELLINGTON BRANCH1951 Royal Fern DriveWellington 33414Phone: 790-6070