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June through August
locations marked in green on map
In partnership with Sisters for Abundant Living, Funded by the Florida Department of Agriculture
Summer Reading Event Locations
AF African-American Research Library
and Cultural Center
2650 Sistrunk Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale • 33311• 954-357-6209
CR Carver Ranches Branch Library
4735 S.W. 18 Street
West Park • 33023 • 954-357-6245
CP Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch Library
1856 A W. Hillsboro Blvd.
Deerfield Beach • 33442 • 954-357-7740
NR North Regional/Broward College Library
1100 Coconut Creek Blvd.
Coconut Creek • 33066 • 954-201-2600
NW Northwest Branch Library
1580 NW 3 Avenue
Pompano Beach • 33360 • 954-357-6599
NO Northwest Regional Library
3151 University Drive
Coral Springs • 33065 • 954-357-7990
CC Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library
2800 N.W. 9 Court
Pompano Beach • 33069 • 954-357-7670
NV Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library,
Research, and Information Technology Center
3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale • 33314 • 954-262-5477
DA Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch Library
1 Park Avenue East
Dania Beach • 33004 • 954-357-7073
PE Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center
955 N.W. 129 Avenue
Pembroke Pines • 33028 • 954-357-6750
DC Davie/Cooper City Branch Library
4600 S.W. 82 Ave.
Davie • 33328 • 954-357-6399
PO Pompano Beach Branch Library
1213 E. Atlantic Blvd.
Pompano Beach • 33060 • 954-357-7595
DB Deerfield Beach/Percy White Branch Library
837 E. Hillsboro Blvd.
Deerfield Beach • 33441 • 954-357-7680
RV Riverland Branch Library
2710 W. Davie Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale • 33312 • 954-357-7455
HL Hallandale Beach Branch Library
300 S. Federal Highway
Hallandale • 33009 • 954-357-6380
SR South Regional/Broward College Library
7300 Pines Blvd.
Pembroke Pines • 33024 • 954-201-8825
HO Hollywood Branch Library
2600 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood • 33020 • 954-357-7760
SW Southwest Regional Library
16835 Sheridan Street
Pembroke Pines • 33331 • 954-357-6580
IP Imperial Point Branch Library
5985 N. Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale • 33308 • 954-357-6530
SL Stirling Road Branch Library
3151 Stirling Road
Hollywood • 33312 • 954-357-7550
LL Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library
Educational and Cultural Center
3580 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderdale Lakes • 33311 • 954-357-8650
SN Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library
10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Sunrise • 33351 • 954-357-7440
LC Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library
6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill • 33313 • 954-357-6406
LM Lauderhill Mall Branch Library
4257 NW 12 Street
Lauderhill • 33313 • 954-357-7833
MN Main Library
100 S. Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale • 33301 • 954-357-7444
MG Margate Catharine Young Branch Library
5810 Park Drive
Margate • 33063 • 954-357-7500
MI Miramar Branch Library & Education Center
2050 Civic Center Place
Miramar • 33025 • 954-357-8090
TA Tamarac Branch Library
8701 W. Commercial Blvd.
Tamarac • 33351 • 954-765-1500
BR Tyrone Bryant Branch Library
2230 N.W. 21 Avenue
Fort Lauderdale • 33311 • 954-357-8210
WR West Regional Library
8601 W. Broward Blvd.
Plantation • 33324 • 954-765-1560
WE Weston Branch Library
4205 Bonaventure Blvd.
Weston • 33332 • 954-357-5420
YB Young At Art Museum/Broward County Library
751 SW 121 Avenue
Davie • 33325 • 954-357-5437
NL North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library
6901 Kimberly Blvd.
North Lauderdale • 33068 • 954-357-6660
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African-American Research Library & Cultural Center
2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 333`11
954-357-6209
June 7 - Summer Kick-off of Fizz, Boom, Read! With Fantasy Theatre Factory, all ages,
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 9, 16, 23, 30 - Banking: Young people learn cooperatively and in a fun way about money and banking!
All ages, 3 to 5 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24 - Preschoolers Tune Up Tuesday! Learn about having a healthy body with a song, story,
activity and snack! 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 10, 17, 24 - All Ages Craft: A variety of craft experiences are offered to expand kids’ project-making
abilities, 3 to 5 p.m.
June 13 - Numbers That Count. Find out what Fibonacci numbers are and where they occur in nature, 1 to
3 p.m.
June 11, 18, 25 - All Ages Sports Team Rap Session. Kids get together and learn more about sports and
sports figures, and share experiences! 3 to 5 p.m.
June 11 - Wacky Wednesdays: Learning About Color While Developing Reading and Language Skills,
preschoolers, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 12, 19 - Terrific Teen Thursday with LEGOs & Stuff, make simple or complex creations with LEGO
blocks and other materials! 2 to 3 p.m.
June 18 - Wacky Wednesdays: Learning About Weather While Developing Reading and Language Skills,
preschoolers, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 21 - Summer Buzz. Light up the first day of summer with electricity experiments for children, 1 to 3
p.m.
June 24 - How Sweet It Is! Science experiments using candy - YUM! 1 to 3 p.m.
June 25 - Wacky Wednesdays: Learning About Gardens (Outdoors!) While Developing Reading and Language
Skills, preschoolers, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 26 - Terrific Teen Thursday with the World of Incredible Invertebrates. The Museum of Discovery and
Science presents a program to “bug” you with the wonderful insect world of arthropods! 2 to 3 p.m.
June 30 - All Eyes on You: Investigate how we see and create your own animated picture book to take
home, 1 to 3 p.m.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - All Ages Craft: A variety of craft experiences are offered to expand kids’ projectmaking abilities, 3 to 5 p.m.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - All Ages Sports Team Rap Session. Kids get together and learn more about sports
and sports figures, and share experiences! 3 to 5 p.m.
July 2 - Wacky Wednesdays: Learning About Numbers While Developing Reading and Language Skills,
preschoolers, 4 to 5 p.m.
July 3, 17, 31 - Terrific Teen Thursday with LEGOs & Stuff, make simple or complex creations with LEGO
blocks and other materials! 2 to 3 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28 - Banking: Young people learn cooperatively and in a fun way about money and banking!
All ages, 3 to 5 p.m.
July 8, 15, 22, 29 - Preschoolers Tune Up Tuesday! Learn about having a healthy body with a song, story,
activity and snack! 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
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July 8 - Germs: Dirty Buggers: Children can test hand-washing techniques with germ detection gel and find
germs where they hide, 1 to 3 p.m.
July 10 - Terrific Teen Thursday with the Science and Magic of Dry Ice! Mad Science of Palm Beach reveals
the mysteries of frozen nitrogen - dry ice - in a fun and exciting program! 2 to 3 p.m.
July 15 - We’ve Got Gas! Children can explore gravity and balance by creating a helium balloon creature to
take home, 1 to 3 p.m.
July 16 - Wacky Wednesdays: Learning About Farms While Developing Reading and Language Skills,
preschoolers, 4 to 5 p.m.
July 22 - Elementary Engineering. Tower building with straws and cups - whose structure will hold the most
weight? 1 to 3 p.m.
July 23 - Wacky Wednesdays: Learning About Water While Developing Reading and Language Skills,
preschoolers, 4 to 5 p.m.
July 24 - Terrific Teen Thursday with Crazy Chemistry! The Museum of Discovery and Science shares the
exciting, crazy world of chemistry as energy and matter come to life! 2 to 3 p.m.
July 29 - Ancient Chinese Secret: Learn About Tangrams! What can you do with five triangles, a square and
a parallelogram? 1 to 3 p.m.
July 30 - Wacky Wednesdays: Learning About Movement While Developing Reading and Language Skills,
preschoolers, 4 to 5 p.m.
August 2 - All Ages Summer Wrap-up of Fizz, Boom, Read! End summer on a high note with the
unforgettable, booming sound of Fushu Daiko’s Japanese Drums of Noto Hanto! 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
August 4, 5 - All Ages End of Summer Extravaganza Preparation. Kids prepare their own program to
celebrate the end of summer! 3 to 5 p.m.
August 6 - All Ages End of Summer Extravaganza. An action-packed and fun day with prizes to conclude the
summer before going back to school! 3 to 6 p.m.
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Carver Ranches Branch Library
4735 S. W. 18 St., West Park, FL 33023
954-357-6245
This Summer at Carver Ranches Branch Library: Free lunch for Children Ages 18 and Under!
Provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 3, 10, 17, 24 - Story Time Fun, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
June 12 - Broward Sheriff Office’s Children’s Fire Safety, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 19 - Rockin’ Reactions! 2 to 3 p.m.
June 26 - Just Add Rhythm, tweens, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Story Time Fun, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
July 2, 30 - Crafty Kids Corner, tweens, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 16 - The Dennis Project presents “Super Science Explorers!” 2 to 3 p.m.
July 23 - Family Matinee Movie, 2 to 4 p.m.
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Century Plaza Branch Library
1856A W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerffifiield Beach, FL 33442
954-357-7740
June 11 - Summer Kick-off Event: Locomotion Theater Presents Mentor the Inventor! 2 to 3 p.m.
June 18 - Interactive songs and music with Cowboy Billy Joe Bob, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 21 - Wags & Tales: Children can gain confidence in their skills by reading to a pet therapy dog, 3:30 to
4:30 p.m.
June 25 - Suzy Hammer as Oooga the Cave Woman, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 9 - Geddy the Gecko, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 16 - Just Add Rhythm: Interactive drumming program, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 19 - Wags & Tales: Children can gain confidence in their skills by reading to a pet therapy dog, 3:30 to
4:30 p.m.
July 23 - MAD Science: Spin, Pop, Boom, 2 to 3 p.m. Class size limit 25. Ticketed event.
July 30 - Ronald McDonald, 2 to 3 p.m.
August 6 - Magic Show, 2 to 3 p.m.
August 16 - Wags & Tales: Children can gain confidence in their skills by reading to a pet therapy dog,
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
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Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch Library
1 Park Ave. East, Dania Beach, FL 33004
954-357-7073
This Summer at Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch Library: Free Lunch for Children Ages 18 and Under!
Provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. June 17 - August 2. Call or visit the library for the food
program schedule.
June 3 - Music with Movement, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
June 7 - Summer Reading Sign-up and Book Giveaway, 1 to 2 p.m.
June 10 - Story Time, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
June 11, 18, 25 - Museum of Discovery and Science, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Arts & Crafts with Miss Frances, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 21 - Wags & Tales, children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading to a pet therapy dog, 1 to
2 p.m.
June 28 - Just Add Rhythm! Drumming for Everyone, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 30 - Dennis Project Rockin’ Reactions Science Workshop, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 1 - Music with Movement, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Arts & Crafts with Miss Frances, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 8, 15, 22, 29 - Story Time, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 16 - Bricks 4 Kidz, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 19 - Wags & Tales, children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading to a pet therapy dog, 1 to
2 p.m.
July 19 - Teen Talk, 2 to 3 p.m.
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Davie/Cooper City Branch Library
4600 S.W. 82 Ave., Davie FL 33328
954-357-6399
June 7 - Summer Reading Kick-off: The Magic of David Kaplan, all ages, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
June 9 - Teen Mummy Creation: Create an enormous papier-mache mummy, ages 12-18, 3 to 4 p.m. June 9 - Read Around the World. Learn geography through music with Mrs. Linda, grades 1-4, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 14 - Book and Cooking: Experience the magic of chemistry through cooking, ages 3-6, 11 to 11:45
a.m. Pre-registration required.
June 14, 28 - Rhythm and Me: Group interactive drumming, ages 3-6, 1 to 1:45 p.m.
June 17 - Teen Lino Cuts: Create masterpieces that will be displayed in the library, ages 12-18, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 21 - Jungle Drum: Join drummer Alisha as she leads a special rhythmic quest to discover what makes
you unique, ages 3-8, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
June 21 - Teen Drumming: Interactive program encourages teamwork and self-confidence while having fun
with friends, ages 12-18, 12 to 12:45 p.m. Pre-registration required.
June 23 - Cook-A-Book: An interactive cooking and book discussion, grades: 2-5, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 28 - Liquid or Solid? Fun way to introduce little ones to the exciting world of science, ages 5-8, 11
a.m. to 12 p.m. Pre-registration required.
June 28 - Wags & Tales: Children will read to pet therapy dog China and enjoy the benefits of gaining
confidence in reading aloud, ages 5-8, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pre-registration required.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Sing2gether: Mrs. Linda and her interactive introduction to music for babies, ages
0-3, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
July 14 - Read Around the World: Learn geography through music with Mrs. Linda, grades 1-4, 4 to 5 p.m. July 19 - Bricks for Kidz: Have fun with LEGOs while engineering your own amusement park, ages 6-12, 11
a.m. to 12 p.m. Pre-registration required.
July 19 - Rhythm and Me: Group interactive drumming, ages 3-6, 3 to 3:45 p.m.
July 22 - Let’s Face It! Create face sculptures using toilet paper rolls, ages 12-18), 3 to 4 p.m.
July 26 - Boom! Boom! Boom! Fun music instrument creations by Mrs. Frances, ages 6-10, 11 a.m. to 12
p.m. Pre-registration required.
July 28 - Cook-A-Book: An interactive cooking and discussion of the book, grades 2-5, 4 to 5 p.m. August 2 - Summer Finale: Rootin’ Toot’n Reading Round-up. You are welcome to come dressed as
cowboys or cowgirls! All ages, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
August 2 - Rhythm and Me: Group interactive drumming, ages 3-6, 3 to 3:45 p.m.
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Deerfiffiield Beach Percy White Branch Library
837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfififfiield Beach, FL 33441
954-357-7680
This Summer at Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library: Free Lunch for Children
Ages 18 and Under! All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 9 - Color Fun Storytime and Craft, 10 to 11 a.m.
June 10 - Wacky World of Science presents Dry Ice Science, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
June 11 - Music Fun with Billy Joe Bob, 10 to 11 a.m.
June 16 - What’s the Weather storytime and craft, 10 to 11 a.m.
June 17 - Wacky Wild Science presents Goop, Ooblec & Slime Alive! 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
June 17 - Puppets to Go present Little Red Riding Hood, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
June 23 - Animals All Around Storytime and Craft, 10 to 11 a.m.
June 24 - Wacky Wild Science-Funny Bones, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
June 25 - Visit Prehistoric Times with Oooga, the Cave Woman, 10 to 11 a.m.
July 1 - Join us for wonderful children’s tales by professional storyteller and puppeteer, Windell Campbell,
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
July 7 - Music Storytime and Craft, 10 to 11 a.m.
July 9 - The Magic of Reading: Join us as we dig through books to learn how magic happens, 10 to 11 a.m.
July 14 - Off We Go Storytime and Craft, 10 to 11 a.m.
July 15 - Blast Off with Frances Tyler: Create a space vehicle while learning about space exploration, 3:30 to
4:30 p.m.
July 15 - Join us for an amazing fast-paced, jaw-dropping, wild magical experience with the extremely
talented Gary Midnight, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
July 21 - Splish Splash Storytime and Craft, 10 to 11 a.m.
July 22 - Culinary Concoctions, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
July 28 - My Five Senses, 10 to 11 a.m.
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Hallandale Beach Branch Library
300 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale, FL 33009
954-357-6380
June 12 - Mad Science of Palm Beach: Dry Ice! Manipulate matter in all of its three states. Melt metal in
boiling water and freeze water with dry ice! 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pre-registration; call 954-357-6380.
June 14 - Just Add Rhythm! Drumming for Everyone, learn about drums and percussion instruments from
around the world, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 26 - Oooga the Cave Woman! A storytelling magic program about dinosaurs and prehistoric times,
11 to 11:45 a.m.
June 28 - Windell Campbell Folk & Fairy Tales! Storyteller and puppeteer, 2 to 2:45 p.m. July 10 - Museum of Discovery and Science: Matter of Fact, a science theater presentation that covers matters
and shows the many ways we can physically and chemically change the matter around us, 11 a.m. to
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Hollywood Branch Library
2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood FL 33020
954-357-7760
This Summer at Hollywood Branch Library: Free Lunch and Snacks for Children Ages 18 and Under! All
lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 7 - Summer Reading Kick-off! Fantasy Theater Factory presents “Fantasy Stew.” Enjoy our Fizz, Boom,
Read summer reading program. Sign up for our summer reading game! All ages, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 9, 16, 23 - Art in the Afternoon. Free workshops conducted by artist Doren Lorek. Supplies provided.
Enjoy hands-on experience with varied mediums of fine art, such us print making, drawing, watercolor,
collage and sculpture, all ages, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24 - Kids and Tweens Literary Adventures. Fizz, Boom, Read!!! Book talk, reading aloud and
discovery centers: RU Curious?; Fizz, Boom, Pop!; Science and the Arts; Techno Fun; It’s Alive! Biological
Science. Ages 5-10, 2 to 3 p.m. June 10 - Auditions for the 2014 Teen Talent Show: Spark a reaction and show off your unique talent by
competing on the Summer Stars Teen Talent Show. $100, $75.00 and $50.00 prizes. Ages 12-18,
4 to 6 p.m.
June 11 - Just Add Rhythm! Drumming for Everyone. An interactive show sponsored by the Broward Public
Library Foundation. Pre-K to 12th grade, 2 to 3 p.m. Sign up for our summer reading game! June 12, 19, 26 - Toddler Time: Stories, fingerplay, music and play, ages up to 2, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Register 15 minutes before program.
June 17 - Auditions and Rehearsals for the 2014 Teen Talent Show. Spark a reaction and show off your
unique talent by competing on the Summer Stars Teen Talent Show. $100, $75.00 and $50.00 prizes.
Ages 12-18, 4 to 6 p.m.
June 18 - The Last Dinousaur Puppet Show by Puppets To Go: A young boy accidentally activates a time machine
in a natural history museum and begins a fascinating journey back through time, ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 18 - Wags & Tales. Children ages 5 to 12 can read to a pet therapy dog! Program is designed to
improve reading skills and give children a unique way to practice reading. Each child can read a story oneon-one to a friendly and gentle therapy dog, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
June 24 - 2014 Teen Talent Show Finals. Winners receive cash prizes of $100, $75 and $50. Pizza and
sodas will be served. Performances include singing, dancing, rapping and other special talent. Ages 12-18,
5 to 7 p.m.
June 25 - Mad Science presents Matter of Fact. Ages 6-12. Explore the dramatic differences between
physical and chemical changes as you mix up a batch of your very own Mad Science Putty to take home,
ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-register same day from 1:30 to 2 pm. (25 spaces)
July 7, 14, 21 - Art in the Afternoon: Free workshops conducted by artist Doren Lorek. Supplies provided.
Enjoy hands on experience with varied mediums of fine art, such us print making, drawing, watercolor collage
and sculpture, all ages, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 8, 15, 22 - Kids and Tweens Literary Adventures. Fizz, Boom, Read!!! Book talk, reading aloud and
discovery centers: RU Curious?; Fizz, Boom, Pop!; Science and the Arts; Techno Fun; It’s Alive! Biological
Science. Ages 5-10, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 8 - Spoken word performance by Tigertail’s 2014 WordSpeak Teen Team. Poems will rivet you to your
seat. For ages 13 and up and adults, 5 to 7 p.m.
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July 10, 17, 28 - Toddler Time: Stories, fingerplay, music and play, ages up to 2, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Register 15 minutes before program.
July 10 - Lorax Summer Show: Sing, read and dance with your favorite character, ages 3-5, 1 to 2 p.m.
Presented by VIP Party Productions. Snacks and free books. July 16 - Wags & Tales. Children ages 5 to 12 can read to a pet therapy dog! Program is designed to
improve reading skills and give children a unique way to practice reading. 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
July 17 - Oceans’s of Fun Puppet Show. Music, songs and a visit from Polly the Parrot,
ages 3-5, 1 to 2 p.m.
July 24 - Tommy the Train Summer Show presented by VIP Party Productions. Sing, read and dance with
your favorite character. Snacks and free books, ages 3-5, 1 to 2 p.m.
August 2 - End of Summer Party as part of Broward County Library’s 40th Anniversary celebrations with a
special show by the Museum of Science and Discovery: Outreach Crazy Chemistry and a giant cake, all ages,
2 to 3 p.m.
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Imperial Point Branch Library
5985 North Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
954-357-6530
This Summer at Imperial Point Branch Library: Free Lunch and Snacks for Children Ages 18 and Under!
All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 5, 12, 19, 26 - Early Literacy Storytime, ages 3-5 years with caregiver, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
June 5, 12, 19, 26 - Creative Learning Activity, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
June 7 - Cinema Saturday: Family movies, 3 to 5:30 p.m.
June 9 - Board Games. Prizes and fun for the family! 2 to 3 p.m.
June 14 - Father’s Day Movie - children of all ages can treat Dad to a movie and popcorn, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 16 - Stories, magic and fun with Ooga the Cavewoman, ages 5-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 18 - Creative crafting with Funky Junk, ages 11-15, 1 to 2 p.m.
June 21 - LEGO Connection: Get connected with other LEGO-minded people and build cool things. Let your
imagination soar! Ages 7-13, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
June 23 - Paco Moreno presents the music of the Andes and a music instrument making workshop, ages 5-13,
2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration required. Space is limited.
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2 - Magician Michael Winters conjures up magic and fun, ages 5-13, 2 to 3 p.m.
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Early Literacy Storytime, ages 3-5 years with caregiver, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Creative Learning Activity, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
7 - Elsbeth the Wanderer tells stories from the older days, ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
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July 8, 15, 22 - Join the Museum of Science and Discovery for hands-on science fun, ages 6-12,
2 to 3 p.m.
July 14 - Board Games. Prizes and fun for the family! 2 to 3 p.m.
July 19 - LEGO Connection: Get connected with other LEGO-minded people and build cool things. Let your
imagination soar! Ages 7-13, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
July 26 - Cinema Saturday: Family movies, 3 to 5:30 p.m.
July 29 - Fushu Daiko Drummers: Enjoy their skill, athleticism, precision and synchronization! Ages 5-12,
2 to 3 p.m.
August 4 - James Chartier presents magic and hilarity, ages 5-13, 2 to 3 p.m.
August 16 - LEGO Connection: Get connected with other LEGO-minded people and build cool things. Let
your imagination soar! Ages 7-13, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
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Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library
2800 N.W. 9 Ct., Pompano Beach, FL 33069
954-357-7670
This Summer at Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library: Free Lunch and Snacks for Children Ages 18 and
Under! All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 5 - Summer R.E.A.D.ing Program Opening Day Celebrations! 2 to 4 p.m.
June 9 - The Math Doctor Is In! If fractions make you itch, come find the cure! Ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Signup required.
June 9 - Craft Time: Special Father’s Day crafts! Ages 3 and up, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24 - Sing, Spell, Read and Write! Get a “Head Start on Reading” with songs, interactive charts
and games to teach you to read, ages 3-5, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sign-up required.
June 10 - The Math Doctor Is In! If decimals and place value make you dizzy, come find the cure! Ages
6-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Sign-up required.
June 10 - Craft Time: Create your own pinwheel, ages 6-12. 3 to 4 p.m.
June 11 - The Math Doctor Is In! If finding areas gives you malaria, come find the cure! Ages 6-12, 2 to 3
p.m. Sign-up required.
June 11 - Craft Time: Make a collage using different shapes and colors, ages 6-12, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 11 - Teen Mathematicians: Discover Fibonacci’s Secret Code! Ages 12 and up, 5 to 6 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Sing, Spell, Read and Write! Improve your reading skills through games and songs, ages
6-8, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sign-up required.
June 12 - The Math Doctor Is In! If multiplication gives you double vision, come find the cure! Ages 6-12,
2-3 p.m. Sign-up required.
June 12 - Craft Time: Create your own Scanimation picture book, ages 6-12, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 13 - Bringing Books to Life: “The Warlord’s Puzzle” & Tangram craft, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 16 - Science Club: Discover kinetic energy, ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 18 - Science Club: “Matter of Fact” program presented by Mad Science of Palm Beach. Ages 6-12,
2 to 3 p.m. Sign-up required.
June 20 - Bringing Books to Life! How a seed grows, with craft, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 23 - Earth Sciences Club: Astronomy: Planets and solar system, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
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June 25 - Earth Science Club: Volcanoes - make your own and watch it erupt, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 25 - Earth Science Club: Volcanoes - make your own and watch it erupt, ages 12 and up, 5 to 7 p.m.
June 26 - Earth Sciences: Introduction to Meteorology; The atmosphere and the weather, presented by
meteorologist Betty Davis of Local 10 news! All ages, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
June 27 - Bringing Books to Life: All the World by Liz Scanlon and nature journal craft, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 30 - Science Club: Electromagnetic Energy: What’s the big attraction? Ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 1, 8, 15, 22 - Sing, Spell, Read and Write! Get a “Head Start on Reading” with songs, interactive
charts and games to teach you to read, ages 3-5, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sign-up required.
July 1 - Science Club: Laser Beams - discover the energy behind it and create your own music using Beamz
by Flo, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 2 - Engineering Club: Constructing paper airplanes and other crafts, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24 - Sing, Spell, Read and Write! Improve your reading skills through games and songs,
ages 6-8, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sign-up required.
July 3 - Teen Engineers: Constructing Catapults and other mechanisms! Ages 12 and up, 2-4 p.m.
July 7 - Science Club: Experiments: OOBleck! – Solid or a Liquid? Ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 10 - Teen Scientists: Science Experiments: Electricity, Bells, Buzzers, and Beamz by Flo! Ages 12 and
up, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 11 - Family Science Program: Super Science Explorers presented by the Dennis Project, Inc! All ages, 4
to 5 p.m. Sign-up required.
July 14 - Technology Club: How do electronic machines work? Ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 15 - Technology Club: Introduction to the Internet: No limits! Ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 16 - Technology Club: Internet Scavenger Hunt! Prizes and giveaways! Ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 17 - Teen Techies - Learn how robots work and build your own! Ages 12 and up, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 18 - Technology Club: Create a binary bead necklace or keychain! Ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m. Sign-up
required.
July 21, 22 - DimensionM Games Tournament Practice, ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Sign-up required.
July 23 - DimensionM Game Tournament! Game Day! Test your gaming/math skills and compete for prizes
and free giveaways, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m. Sign-up required.
July 23 - Teen Mathematicians: Learn about Fibonacci and create art based on this theory, ages 12 and up,
5 to 7 p.m.
July 24 - The Art and Science of Caricature Drawing! Ages 6 and up, teens welcome! 2 to 4 p.m.
July 25 - Game Day! Play your favorite board games and learn new ones, ages 6 to 12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 28 - Engineering Club: Small Wonders - nano technology, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 29 - Engineering Club: Over and Under - building bridges and tunnels, ages 6-12, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 30 - Engineering Club: You did not build that! Creative building projects using LEGO bricks, ages 6-12, 2
to 4 p.m.
July 31 - Summer R.E.A.D.ing Program Finale: Arts and crafts and so much more! All ages, 3 to 5 p.m.
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Lauderdale Lakes Library/Educational and Cultural Center
3580 W. Oakland Blvd.., Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
954-357-8650
This Summer at Lauderdale Lakes Library/Educational and Cultural Center: Free Lunch and Snacks for
Children Ages 18 and Under! All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 7 - Fizz Boom Read! Have a blast as we kick off our summer reading program with music, cake, balloons and games! Learn about Summer R.E.A.D.ing and sign up! All ages, 2 to 2 p.m.
June 11 - Fizz Boom! “Smoke Signals.” Come and learn important fire safety tips and view a fire truck up
close! All ages.,2 to 3 p.m.
June 14 - Fizz Boom! “Boom Goes the Dynamite” Come and join Ms. Shivonne as she teaches the newest
dances in hip hop! Ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 18 - Fizz Boom! “Let the Beat Rock” Teens come join in on the fun as we teach the basics of Virtual
DJing! Ages 12-17, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 21 - Fizz Boom! “Science in Action” Come and enjoy a Disney movie about a mad scientist who has created a substance that is as chemically unstable as it is hilarious! Refreshments served. All ages, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 25 - Fizz Boom! “Soundwaves In Our Library.” Join author and music teacher Eduard Ciobotaru as he
teaches children how to play the recorder and the importance of cooperation! Ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 28 - Fizz Boom! “Download In Progress.” Meet Peacebe as he shares his character traits with children
of all ages! Hosted by author Leneen Williams, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 2 - Fizz Boom! “Crashing Tidal Waves.” Learn important water safety tips and how to stay safe on the
beach this summer, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 5 - Fizz Boom! “Rockin’ Reactions” with the Denis Project! Students explore the states of matter,
chemical changes and chemical reactions! Ages 2-8, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 9 - Fizz Boom! “Timber, It’s Going Down” Burn some calories as we move to the beat with Ms. Kandyss
and the Rhythm Dance Academy! Ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 12 - Fizz Boom! Get Movin’, Get Groovin’, Get Active with “Ronald McDonald” as he shows children
how to incorporate activity and a healthy lifestyle into their daily lives! All ages,3 to 4 p.m.
July 16 - Fizz Boom! “Food For The Brain” Story time session with our favorite storyteller Ms. Chili Lillie!
Ages 2-8, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 19 - Fizz Boom! “Tinkering Robots” Kids Komputer Day! We let the kids loose with computer games,
RockBand and even trading card games! All ages, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 23 - Fizz Boom! “A New Breed” Learn important animal safety tips and get the chance to meet a dog up
close and personal! Ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 26 - Fizz Boom! “The Saga Begins” with epic sci-fi movie series. Refreshments served. All ages,
2 to 5 p.m.
July 30 - Fizz Boom! “The Saga Continues” with epic sci-fi series. Refreshments served. All ages,
2 to 5 p.m.
August 2 - Fizz Boom! “Dry Ice” Summer Finale with Mad Science: Manipulate matter in all of its three
states! Ages 6-12, 4 to 5 p.m.
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Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library
6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, FL 33313
954-357-6406
This Summer at Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library: Free Lunch and Snacks for Children Ages 18
and Under! All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 7 - Summer Reading Kick Off! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24 - Kids with Mrs. Lee, craft, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
June 11 - Teen Cookie Decorating, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 12, 19, 24 - Storytime Fun, ages 3-5, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
June 18, 25 - Code Fever! Computer Programming, ages 11-18, pre-register, 3 to 5 p.m.
June 21 - Fizz, Boom, Read From Contaminated 2 Clean, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June 21 - Wags & Tales, 1 to 2 p.m.
June 21 - Pizza Thursday, youth up to age 18 welcome, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 28 - Pizza Saturday, youth up to age 18 welcome, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Code Fever! Computer Programming, ages 11-18, pre-register, 3 to 5 p.m.
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Storytime Fun, ages 3-5, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
5, 19, 26 - Pizza Saturday, youth up to age 18 welcome, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
14, 21, 28 - FUNtastic Family Science, ages 4-16, 3 to 4 p.m.
19 - Wags & Tales, 1 to 2 p.m.
29 - NatureScape Fun, learn about Florida wildlife, ages 6-13, 3 to 4 p.m.
August 2, 16 - Pizza Saturday, youth up to age 18 welcome, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
August 16 - Wags & Tales, ages 5-10, 1 to 2 p.m.
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Main Library
100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-357-7504
June 4 - Teen Advisory Board Meeting, ages 13-18, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
June 9 - Teen Movie, 2 to 5 p.m.
June 11 - Board Games for Tweens, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 12 - Spark A Reaction: Cookie Decorating with Susan Shank, ages 13-18, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 13, 27 - Summer Movie Series, all ages, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 16 - Suzy Hammer as Oooga the Cavewoman: Fizz, Boom, Read Storytelling Magic Show, 10:30 to
11:30 a.m.
June 17 - Catching Fire Art Activity with Barbara Freiberg, ages 13-18, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
June 19 - Robot Craft and Treat, ages 9-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 23 - Wii Games For Teens, ages 13-18, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
June 25 - Anime Club for Teens, 4 to 5:45 p.m.
June 30 - Cultivate the Spark: Purpose, Plan and Product with George Moss, ages13-18, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
July 7 - Fizz, Boom, Read: Stargazia Blue with Locomotion Theater, all ages, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 8 - Board Games for Tweens, 4 to 5 p.m.
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July 9 - Teen Advisory Board Meeting, ages 13-18, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
July 9 - Wii Games For Teens, ages 13-18, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
July 11, 25 - Summer Movie Series, all ages, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
July 14 - Fizz, Boom, Read: Magic Show presented by David Kaplan, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 14 - Teen Movie, 2 to 5 p.m.
July 21 - Fizz, Boom, Read: Crazy Chemistry, all ages, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 23 - Anime Club for Teens, 4 to 5:45 p.m.
July 24 - Rubber Band Bracelet Craft, ages 9-12, 3 to 4 p.m.
July 28 - Rockin’ Reaction! Hands-on Experiments by the Dennis Project, ages 13-18, 4 to 5 p.m.
July 29 - Fizz, Boom, Read! Electrifying Experiences: Make a Snap Circuit, ages 10-14, 2 to 3 p.m. Space
limited: Preregistration required. Presented by Museum of Science and Discovery.
July 30 - End Of Summer Social, ages 13-18, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
August 4 - Fizz, Boom, Read: Fantasy Stew presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
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Margate Catharine Young Branch Library
5810 Park Dr., Margate, FL 33063
954-357-7500
7 - Summer Kick-Off Party, 3 to 4 p.m.
9, 16, 23, 30 - Storytime, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
9 - Summertime Special: Movie Day, 2 to 4 p.m.
10, 24 - Storytime, 7 to 7:30 p.m.
16 - Summertime Special: Game Day, 2 to 4 p.m.
17 - Just Add Rhythm Drumming Event, 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.
19 - Special Teen Event, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
23 - Summertime Special: Arts & Crafts, 2 to 3 p.m.
30 - Summertime Special: Movie Day, 2 to 4 p.m.
1 - Storytime, 7 to 7:30 p.m.
7, 14 - Summer Kick-off Party, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
7, 14, 21, 28 - Storytime, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
7, 28 - Summertime Special: Game Day, 2 to 4 p.m.
8, 22, 29 - Storytime, 7 to 7:30 p.m.
9 -”Matter of Fact” presented by Mad Science, registration required, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
14 - Summertime Special: Arts & Crafts, 2 to 3 p.m.
15 - Simply Puppets presents Shadow Puppet Fairy Tales, 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.
17- Special Teen Event, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
21 - Summertime Special: Movie Day, 2 to 4 p.m.
August 2 - Summer Ending Party, 3 to 4 p.m.
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Miramar Branch Library and Education Center
2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar, FL 33025
954-357-8090
June 7 - Fizz, Boom, READ Summer Reading Kickoff! 12 to 2 p.m.
June 9 - Nature Scape - Make Your Own Recycled Garden with Victor Suarez! Registration required: 954357-8095, ages 6 and up, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June 10, 24 - Kid’s Movie Matinee: Children under 6 must be accompanied by a parent, 3 to 5 p.m.
June 12 - Teen and Tween Arm Knitting, ages 10 and up, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 14 - “Bricks4Kids” - Learn About the Forces of Nature Through the Fun of LEGO’s! Registration
required: 954-357-8095, ages 6-12, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June 18 - Guy’s Read Book Club: The Earth Dragon Awakes by Lawrence Yep. Ages 8-12, 1 to 2 p.m.
June 19 - Mad Science - Dry Ice Fun! All Ages, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June 23 - Nature’s Natives - Water Needs, Supply & Conservation with Wanda Water! Ages 6-11, 11 a.m. to
12 p.m.
June 26 - Twister Ice Cream Party! Ages 6-9, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 28 - Museum of Discovery and Science: Crazy Chemistry Demonstration, ages 5 and up, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 7 - Oooga the Cavewoman! Storytelling and Magic with Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Fun! All ages, 11
a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 8, 22 - Kid’s Movie Matinee: Children under 6 must be accompanied by a parent, 3 to 5 p.m.
July 10 - Kid’s Bingo! Ages 6-10, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 12 - Teen Club, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 15 - Guy’s Read Book Club: The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, ages 8-12, 1 to 2 p.m.
July 16 - Edible Slime! Make your own slime and eat it! Ages 6-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 17 - “Just Add Rhythm” Interactive Program with Drums and Percussion. All ages, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 21 - Humane Society of Broward County Pit Bull Presentation. All ages, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 26 - Science Eye - Cool Comets: Learn about the solar system and create a model comet! All ages,
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library
6801 Kimberly Blvd., North Lauderdale, FL 33068
954-357-6655
7 - Master Magician Jonathan Black, 2 to 3 p.m.
14, 21, 28 - Hip-Hop, Lyrical & Cheer Dance Classes, ages 7 and up, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Pre-register.
19 - Just Add Rhythm! Drumming for Everyone, 2 to 3 p.m.
25 - Ronald McDonald - A Friendship Adventure. 2 to 3 p.m.
28 - Create Art with a “POP!” Ages 12-17, 2 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration required.
July 9 - Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom, ages 7 and up. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
July 23 - Ooga the Cave Woman, storytelling program, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 26 - Free School Immunizations provided by Holy Cross Community Outreach with bonus school supplies,
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
August 2 - Hip-Hop, Lyrical & Cheer Dance Recital, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
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North Regional/Broward College Library
1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek, FL 33066
954-201-2626
*Unless noted, no large groups; events are free and ticketed on a first come, first served basis.
June 9 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun with Colors: Interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages 3-5,
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
June 9 - Just for Tweens: Hour of Code, ages 8 to 12, 4 to 5 p.m. (25 spaces)
June 11 - Tots & Tales: “Fish in the Ocean” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play, ages
1-3, with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
June 11, 18, 25 - TeenZone - Spark a Reaction: Enjoy eight weeks of teen makerspace and DIY workshops
featuring robotics, fashion design, culinary, arts & crafts projects, teen flicks, gaming, prizes & more, ages
12-18, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Itsy, Bitsy Babies: Music, rhymes, puppets and stories, followed by a free play, ages
3-12 months with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
June 12, 19 - TeenZone - Wicked with Words: Teen Creative Writing, ages 12-18, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
June 13 - SmArt Kids: Art and science combine when learning about plants and color, ages 5-7, 10 to 11 a.m.
June 14 - TeenZone - Gaming: Enjoy video and board games, ages 12-18, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
June 14 - Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the opening of North Regional/BC Library. Enjoy
reminiscences, refreshments and interactive entertainment by Drum Café, all ages, 2 p.m.
June 16 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun with Bugs: interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages 3-5,
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
June 16 - Just for Tweens: Create a glowing star chamber, ages 8-12., 4 to 5 p.m. (30 spaces)
June 17 - Taiko Drummers: Experience the sound of rolling thunder as these drummers introduce children
to the music of Japan, ages 3-10, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Large groups welcome but must pre-register, 954201-2626.
June 17 - Fizzy-Scientists: Meet the Mad Scientist for fun experiments, ages 5 – 7, 3 to 4 p.m. (25 spaces)
June 18 - Tots & Tales: “Squirrels in the Trees” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play, ages
1-3, with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
June 20 - LEGOMania & More: Calling all builders! Ages 5 -11, 1 to 3 p.m.
June 21 - Movie & Popcorn @your library: Enjoy the movie of the month, rated PG., 2 p.m.
June 23 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun with Space: Interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages 3-5,
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
June 23 - Just for Tweens: “Popcorn Archeology” with the Florida Public Archaeology Network, ages 8-12,
4 to 5 p.m. ( 25 spaces)
June 24 - Electro-Scientists: Learn about electronics with fun activities using Elenco’s Snap Circuits, ages
5 -7, 3 to 4 p.m. ( 44 spaces)
June 25 - Tots & Tales: “Dinosaurs on the Earth” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play,
ages 1-3, with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
June 27 - SmArt Kids: Learn the science behind static electricity while racing balloons, ages 5-7, 10 to 11
a.m.
June 28 - Wags & Tales: Come and read a story to Zoe, our visiting pet-therapy dog, ages 5 -12, 1 to 2
p.m. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Broward County.
June 30 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun with Bugs: interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages 3-5,
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
June 30 - Just for Tweens: Mad Science, ages 8-12, 4 to 5 p.m. (25 spaces)
July 1 - Robo-Scientists: Create a brushbot, ages 5-7, 3 to 4 p.m. (40 spaces)
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July 2 - Tots & Tales: “Stars in the Sky” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play, ages 1-3,
with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - TeenZone - Spark a Reaction: Enjoy eight weeks of teen makerspace and DIY
workshops featuring robotics, fashion design, culinary, arts & crafts projects, teen flicks, gaming, prizes &
more, ages 12-18, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Itsy, Bitsy Babies: Music, rhymes, puppets, and stories, followed by a free play,
ages 3-12 months with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 3 - Take it Make it Craft: Celebrate 4th of July by taking a fun craft to make at home, 12 to 8 p.m.
while supplies last.
July 5, 19 - Movie & Popcorn @your library: Enjoy the movie of the month, rated PG., 2 p.m.
July 7 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun with Animals: interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages 3-5,
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 7 - Just for Tweens: Makerspace - LEGOs, ages 8-12, 4 p.m.
July 9 - Tots & Tales: “Bugs in the Yard” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play, ages 1-3,
with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 11 - SmArt Kids: Learn about ducks and make a feather wristband, ages 5-7, 10 to 11 a.m.
July 12 - TeenZone - Gaming: Enjoy video and board games, ages 12-18, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
July 12, 18 - LEGOMania & More: Calling all builders! Ages 5 -11, 1 to 3 p.m.
July 14 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun with Food: interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages 3-5,
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 14 - Just for Tweens: Conservation Crusade: Learn about the habitats of animals, conservation,
recycling and preserving the planet, ages 8-12, 4 to 5 p.m. (30 spaces)
July 15 - “Musically Yours” with DJ Penn House: Features a DJ, with fast paced music and fun games, ages
3–10, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Large groups welcome but must pre-register, 954-201-2626.
July 15 - Maker-Scientists Part I: Edible Car Creations. Envision It! Create it! Build It! Ages 5-7, 3 to 4 p.m.
(40 spaces)
July 16 - Tots & Tales: “Clouds in the Air” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play, ages 1-3,
with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 21 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun with Construction: interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages
3-5, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 21 - Just for Tweens: Makerspace - Snap Circuits, ages 8-12, 4 to 5 p.m. (30 spaces)
July 22 - Get Movin’, Get Groovin’, Get Active with Ronald McDonald, ages 3-10, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Large groups welcome but must pre-register, 954-201-2626.
July 23 - Tots & Tales: “Flowers in the Garden” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play, ages
1-3, with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 25 - SmArt Kids: Using learning centers to experiment with surface tension, walking water and spinning
color, ages 5-7, 10 to 11 a.m.
July 26 - Wags & Tales: Come and read a story to Zoe, our visiting pet therapy dog, ages 5 -12, 1 to 2 p.m.
Sponsored by the Humane Society of Broward County.
July 28 - Mr. Richard’s Storytime - Fun With Flying : interactive songs, stories, games and crafts, ages 3-5,
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
July 28 - Just for Tweens: Makerspace – Fun challenge! Can you use food to create a moving car? Ages
8-12, 4 to 5 p.m. (30 spaces)
July 29 - Astro-Scientists: Stargazing Fun, ages 5-7, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
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July 30 - Tots & Tales: “Animals in the Jungle” Storytime with music and craft, followed by a free play, ages
1-3, with parent/caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (30 spaces)
August 2 - Movie & Popcorn @your library: Enjoy the movie of the month, rated PG, 2 to 4 p.m.
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Northwest Branch Library
1580 N.W. 3rd Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060
954-357-6599
This Summer Northwest Branch Library: Free Lunch and Snacks for Children Ages 18 and Under!
All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 14 - Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival with Summer Reading Program Kickoff, all ages, 11 a.m. to
5 p.m.
June 25 - Exploring Drumming with Alisha Ross, 2 to 3 p.m.
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2,9, 16 - Children Explorers Program, 2 to 3 p.m.
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Teens Rockin’ Discover Program, 6 to 7 p.m.
23 - Discovering Rockin Reactions chemistry program (SRP) with the Dennis Project, 2 to 3 p.m.
30 - Exploring Drumming with Alisha Ross, 2 to 3 p.m.
August 2 - End of the Summer Reading Program Event, 2 to 3 p.m.
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Northwest Regional Library
3151 University Dr., Coral Springs, FL 33065
954-357-7990
June 4, 11, 18 - Family Fun Time: special programs, and activities ages: 3 and up, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
June 18: Get Movin’ and Groovin’ with Ronald McDonald.
June 7, 14, 21 - Chess Club, ages 6-12, 3 to 4 p.m.
June 9, 16, 23, 30 - Teen Creative Art, ages 12-18. 4 to 5 p.m.
June 10 - Tuesday Special, Book and Cookin’ with Robyne: Fun experiments with food, ages 7 and up.
Space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m.
June 12 - STEMtastic Science: Nature’s Natives water needs and conservation, ages 7-11. Tickets given out
30 minutes prior to the program, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 14 - Wags & Tales: Read to Kat, a pet therapy dog, ages 5-11, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
June 14 - Doctor Who Event, families with children ages 9 and up, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Space limited.
June 14 - Magic Show with Michael Winters, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 16, 17, 18, 19 - Teen Computer Animation, ages 12-18. 1 to 3 p.m.
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June 17 - Tuesday Specials, Caricature Drawing: Learn how to draw your own caricature! Ages 7 and up.
Space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
June 18 - Teen Light it Up! Science program, ages 12-18, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
June 18 - Snap Circuits: Children and adults alike are introduced to the basics of electricity and electronics
with snap circuits, ages 7 and up, 1 to 2 p.m. Space limited, tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program.
June 19 - STEMtastic Science: Bright and Smart Robotics: Build your own robotic machines, ages 7-11
Tickets given out 30 minutes prior to the program, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 21 - Fantasy Theatre Factory featuring Fantasy Stew: Puppets, costumes fun for everyone! All ages
with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 24 - Tuesday Specials, ages 7 and up. Space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program,
3:30 to 4:15 p.m. June 25 - Family Fun Time: Kidding Around Yoga, ages 3 and up, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
June 25 - Teen “Just Add Rhythm” Drumming Program, ages 12-18. 4 to 5 p.m.
June 25 - Family Sing a Long with Billy Joe Bob, all ages, 7 to 7:45 p.m.
June 26 - STEMtastic Science: Sea Turtle Conservation: Learn about sea turtles and how they live, ages
7-11. Space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program, 2 to 3 p.m. June 27 - Butterfly Art Program, ages 7-11, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
June 28 - Interactive Puppet Show presented by Simply Puppets, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 30 - Teen Basic Sewing: Create your own felt germ, ages 12-18, 1 to 2 p.m.
July 1, 2 - Teen Basic Sewing: Create your own felt germ, ages 12-18, 1 to 2 p.m.
July 1, 8 - Tuesday Specials, ages 7 and up, space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program,
3:30 to 4:15 p.m. July 1 - “Fun with Nature” Art Project, ages 7-11, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
July 2 - Family Fun Time: Singing and Dancing with Jessica, ages 3 and up, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
July 2 - Teen Robot Bugs Program, ages 12-18, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
July 3 - STEMtastic Science, ages 7-11, space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program,
2 to 3 p.m.
July 5 - Family Specials, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28 - Teen Creative Art, ages 12-18, 4 to 5 p.m.
July 8 - Snap Circuits: Learn basics of electricity and electronics with snap circuits, ages 7 and up, space
limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
July 9 - Family Fun Time: Fire Safety Show, ages 3 and up, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
July 10 - STEMtastic Science: Bright and Smart Robotics, build robots and watch them go! Ages 7-11, 2 to
3 p.m., space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program.
July 12 - Wags & Tales: Read to Kat, a pet therapy dog, ages 5-11, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 12 - Summer Dance Party with live DJ: all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 12, 19, 26 - Chess Club, ages 6-12, 3 to 4 p.m.
July 14, 15, 16, 17 - Teen Computer Animation, ages 12-18, 1 to 3 p.m.
July 15 - Tuesday Special, Book and Cookin’ with Robyne: Fun experiments with food, ages 7 and up. Space
limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m.
July 16 - Family Fun Time: Just Add Rhythm! Reap the physical, mental, emotional and social benefits of
drumming, ages: 3 and up, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
July 16 - Teen Self Defense. Learn physical and verbal self defense, ages 12-18. 4 to 5:30 p.m.
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July 17 - STEMtastic Science: Sea Turtle Conservation: Learn about sea turtles and how they live, ages
7-11. Space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 19 - A Friendship Adventure with Ronald McDonald, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 21, 22, 23, 24 - Teen Drawing: Creating the Perfect Comics Character, ages 12-18, 1 to 3 p.m.
July 22 - Tuesday Specials, Make your own backyard bird feeders, ages 7 and up, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Space
is limited tickets will be given out 30 minutes prior to program. July 23 - Family Fun Time: Locomotion Theatre Interactive Show, ages 3 and up, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
July 23 - Teen Card Magic! with Magician Michael Winters. Ages 12-18. 4 to 5:30 p.m.
July 24 - STEMtastic Science, TEETH SMARTS learn how to keep your teeth happy and healthy: ages 7-11,
2 to 3 p.m.
July 26 - Ceramics on Wheels pick a ceramic piece and paint away! Ages 3 and up with caregiver, 2 to 3
p.m.
July 29 - Under the Stars with the Beuhler Planetarium, ages 7 and up, Two sessions from 1:30 to 2 p.m.
and 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. Space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program. July 29 - Tuesday Specials, ages 7 and up, space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program,
3:30 to 4:15 p.m. July 30 - Family Fun Time: special programs, and activities, ages 3 and up, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
July 31 - STEMtastic Science, Mad Science, watch molecules change into something extra gooey: ages
7-11, 2 to 3 p.m. Space limited; tickets given out 30 minutes prior to program.
August 2 - Broward County 40th Anniversary Dance Party with live music! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Chess Club, ages 6-12, 3 to 4 p.m.
August 9 - Wags & Tales: Read to Kat, a pet therapy dog, ages, 5-11, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
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Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman, Research,
and Information Technology Center, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr., Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 , 954-262-5477
Programs held on the 1st floor, Room 1017 unless otherwise noted.
June 1 - Summer Reading Rewards Sign-ups. Beat the Kick-off crowd! Sign up at nova.edu/library/summer
through 6/4. In-person registration all summer, ages 3 and up.
June 8 - Summer Reading Kick-off Beach Party: Music, magic, crafts and guest performers, all ages, 1 to 4 p.m.
June 9, 16, 23, 30 - La Hora de Cuentos: Stories & Songs in Spanish & English, all ages with caregiver, 7
to 8 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24 - Summer S.T.E.M. for Tweens: Hands-on science demonstrations, plant-inspired character
creation, experiments, special guests and more! Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to
program date, ages 9-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 11, 18, 25 - Science Kids: Build, create, and experiment! Unleash your inner scientist with hands-on
activities. Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program date, ages 6-8, 1 to 2 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Silly Stories with the Shermanettes. Stories, songs and a puppet show with our very own
Shermanettes, winners of South Florida Parenting’s Kids Crown Award, all ages, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
June 12 - Edible Science: Bring popular science concepts to life as tasty snacks & enjoy your creations! Call
954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program date, ages 13-18, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
June 14 - Super Saturday: Charles P. Ferro Foundation presents Momentum Dance Company: Peer Gynt, all
ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 16, 23, 30 - Teen Writing Series: Craft your literary voice with creative writing instructor Jodi Turchin.
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Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program date, ages 13-18, 6 to 8 p.m. June 16:
Plot Development; June 23: Writing in Scene; June 30: Writing Dialogue
June 21 - Super Saturday: Magical Steam Punk Time Travel Show, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 28 - Super Saturday: Doodles & His Science Kit Dog, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Summer S.T.E.M. for Tweens: Hands-on science demonstrations, plant-inspired
character creation, experiments, special guests! Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to
program date, ages 9-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Science Kids: Build, create and experiment! Unleash your inner scientist with handson activities. Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program date, ages 6-8, 1 to 2 p.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Silly Stories with the Shermanettes. Stories, songs and a puppet show with our very
own Shermanettes, winners of South Florida Parenting’s Kids Crown Award, all ages, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 5 - Super Saturday: Physics of Funny: Gravity Defying Comedic Fun for All Ages, all ages with caregiver,
2 to 3 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28 - La Hora de Cuentos: Stories & Songs in Spanish & English, all ages with caregiver, 7 to 8 p.m.
July 10 - CSI @ Your Library. Join the Broward County Sheriff’s Office as they explore crime scene
investigation. Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program date, ages 13-18, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 12 - Harry Potter’s Magic Potion Show, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 15 - Coding Crash Course Part 1. Gain hands-on experience with web coding in this two-part course
with NSU Web Librarian Michael Schofield. Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program
date, ages 13-18, 2 to 4 p.m. 2nd floor, Lab B.
July 16 - Coding Crash Course Part 2. Gain hands-on experience with web coding in this two-part course
with NSU Web Librarian Michael Schofield. Call 954-262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program
date, ages 13-18, 2 to 4 p.m. 2nd floor, Lab B.
July 19 - Professor Laughalot’s Silly Science Show, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 22 - Jewelry Workshop. Create beautiful jewelry to take home with guest artist Frances Tyler. Call 954262-5477 to register starting one week prior to program date, ages 13-18, 5 to 6 p.m.
July 26 - Dance-A-Story: Storytelling with a Beat, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 30 - Teen Sea Turtles: Learn about this endangered species from local wildlife experts. Call 954-2625477 to register starting one week prior to program date, ages 13-18, 2:15 to 3:15 p.m.
August 2 - Closing Celebration Dance Party, all ages with caregiver, 2 to 3 p.m.
Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center
N.W. 129 Ave., Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
PE 955
954-357-6750
June 9 - Summer Kick-off! Ooga the Cave Woman! All ages, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24 - Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs & rhymes. Ages 18-24 months, 9:30 to 10 a.m.
June 11, 18, 25 - Movie Matinee! All ages, 1 to 3 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Drop-In Craft: Make It and Take It. Ages 5 and up, 1 to 2 p.m.
June 13, 27 - Youth Chess Club: Stop by to practice your chess skills! Ages 7 and up, 1 to 2 p.m.
June 16 - Rockin’ Reactions! Explore the states of matter in a hands-on chemistry workshop full of wacky
experiments. Ages 6-12. Pre-register, 6 to 6:45 p.m.
June 19 - Just Add Rhythm: Drumming for Everyone. Ages 6-12, 10 to 11 a.m. Pre-register.
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June 20 - YMCA Water Safety! Learn to be safe around water, ages 2-6, 10 to 10:30 a.m.
June 23 - Engineering Innovators! Learn about electricity and build a circuit using snap circuits kits. Ages 8
and up, 6 to 7 p.m. Pre-register.
June 26 - Puppet Safety Show! Learn about safety from the Pembroke Pines Police Department, all ages,
10 to 10:30 a.m.
June 30 - Magic Workshop! Learn magic tricks from magician Michael Winters and get a bag of tricks to
take home! Ages 9 and up, 6 to 7 p.m. Pre-register.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs & rhymes. Ages 18-24 months, 9:30 to 10 a.m.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Movie Matinee! All ages, 1 to 3 p.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Drop-In Craft: Make It and Take It. Ages 5 and up, 1 to 2 p.m.
July 7, 14 - Family Game Night! All ages, 6 to 7 p.m.
July 11, 25 - Youth Chess Club: Stop by to practice your chess skills! Ages 7 and up, 1 to 2 p.m.
July 21, 28 - The Art of Recycled-Repurposed-Upcycled: Create a work of art with ArtCenter South Florida
artist Rosa Naday Garmendia using discarded trash, ages 10 and up, adults welcome, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Preregister.
August 4 - Summer Finale! Showtime for Kids: Join the Rootin’ Tootin’ Reading Round-up for magic,
comedy, & balloons! All ages, 6 to 7 p.m.
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Pompano Beach Branch Library
1213 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33060
954-357-7595
June 6, 13, 20, 27 - Story Time & Craft: Explore science and math through books, songs, and a craft, ages
2-5, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
June 9 - Summer Reading Kick-Off with Ooga the Cave Woman. All ages, Go back in time with a primitive
and silly cave dweller. She thinks an airplane is a pterodactyl! Learn a primitive dance, and listen to dinosaur
and cave dwelling stories, all ages, 2 to 2:45 p.m.
June 11 - Video and Board Games Day, ages 12-18, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 14 - Father’s Day Paper Airplanes: Children will design and fly different types of paper airplanes with
their father, grandfather, uncle or big brother, ages 5-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 16 - Marble Run Fun. How fast or slow can you make a marble go? Participants will work together in
groups using recyclable materials to make marbles move, ages 7-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Space is limited. Please
call 954-357-7595 to register.
June 18 - Art Stucks! Ages 12-18, Create a useful and fun phone case, iPod case or wallet from duct tape,
2 to 3 p.m.
June 21 - Teen Advisory Board: Teen Advisory Board(TAB) meets once a month to plan and promote
programs for teens in the library. Call 954-357-7595 for more information, middle/high school students,
2 to 3 p.m.
June 23 - Crazy Chemistry! Energy and matter come to life in this exciting chemistry demonstration, ages
7-12, 2 to 2:45 p.m.
June 25 - Teen Movie Day, ages 12-18, 2 to 4 p.m. Call 954-357-7595 for the movie title.
June 30 - Monday Movie Matinee, all ages, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Call 954-357-7595 for the title of the movie.
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July 2 - Video and Board Games Day, ages 12-18, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 9 - Make Your Own Instrument, Part I: Create your own instrument out of recyclable materials, ages 1218, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
July 11, 18 25 - Story Time & Craft: Explore science and math through books, songs, and a craft, ages
2-5, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
July 12 - Teen Advisory Board: Teen Advisory Board(TAB) meets once a month to plan and promote
programs for teens in the library. Call 954-357-7595 for more information, middle/high school students, 2
to 3 p.m.
July 14 - Fushu Daiko Japanese Taiko Drummers. This exciting program includes a performance of Japanese
Taiko Drumming and telling of “The Drums of Noto Hanto”, all ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
July 16 - Make Your Own Instrument, Part II. You made it: Now play your instrument with friends or have
your own solo in a concert/jam session of instruments made from recycled materials, ages 12-18,
2 to 3:30 p.m.
July 21 - Wags & Tales. Children get a chance to practice their reading skills and have fun with Jackie, a
long-haired Chihuahua, ages 6-12, 3 to 4 p.m. Call 954-357-7595 to register.
July 23 - Clay Art: Create a charm with clay, ages 12-18, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 30 - Teen End of Summer Reading Celebration: Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program
with games and light refreshments, ages 12-18, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
August 1 - Story Time & Craft: Explore science and math through books, songs and a craft, ages 2-5,
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
August 2 - Fizz, Boom, Party! Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program with games and making
your own treat to eat, all ages, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Space is limited. Call 954-357-7595 to register.
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Riverland Branch Library
2710 W. Davie Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
954-357-7455
This Summer at Riverland Branch Library: Free Lunch and Snacks for Children Ages 18 and Under!
All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 7 - Showtime For Kids: “The Rootin’ Tootin’ Reading Round-up“ Awesome Cowboy Science: Fun
science like magic, balloon sculpting, puppet, reading and a funny and safe science bit, all ages, 2:30 to
3:30 p.m.
June 9 - Arts & Crafts: Build Your Own Tribal Rainstick and make musical sounds similar to rainy and windy
days, ages 5 & up. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
June 9 - Wags & Tales. Practice reading out loud to a pet therapy dog, ages 5 and up, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Broward County Humane Society.
June 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30 - Improve Your Reading With Grandma. Our
Foster Grandmas will help you to increase your vocabulary and comprehension through reading books, ages
5 to 11, 12 to 5 p.m.
June 11, 25 - Row, Row, Row Your Boat with Ms. Luz. Stories: Finger plays, dances & sing songs, ages 20
to 40 months with parent/caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June 14 - Get Movin’, Get Groovin’, Get Active with Ronald McDonald. Join Ronald in a program designed
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to incorporate the need for activity and a healthy lifestyle into a child’s day, all ages, 2 to 2:30 p.m.
June 14, 21, 28 - Teen’s Game Club. The game club of the Riverland Library is a free, community-based
gathering with the purpose of playing games. Membership is free and walk-ins are welcome, ages 10-18,
4:30 to 5:45 pm.
June 16 - Arts & Crafts: Kaleidoscopes - an optical instrument with continually changing patterns of shapes and
colors in which bits of glass are held loosely at the end of a rotating tube, ages 5 and up, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
June 23 - Arts & Crafts: Wooden Snakes - designed to be flexible, if you hold the snake by tail you can move
it back and forth by shaking your hand, ages 5 and up, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
June 30 - Arts & Crafts: Build a Paper Airplane or Fighter Plane - all you need is glue, paint, and sandpaper
to build your own wood fighter plane, ages 5 and up, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
July 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31 - Improve Your Reading With
Grandma. Our Foster Grandmas will help you to increase your vocabulary and comprehension through
reading books, ages 5 to 11. 12 to 5 p.m.
July 2, 9, 16, 23 - Row, Row, Row Your Boat with Ms. Luz. Stories: Finger plays, dances & sing songs, ages
20 to 40 months with parent/caregiver. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26 -Teen’s Game Club. The game club of the Riverland Library is a free, community-based
gathering with the purpose of playing games. Membership is free and walk-ins are welcome, ages 10-18,
4:30 to 5:45 pm.
July 7 - Arts & Crafts: Big Mouth Bullfrog, make you own Big Mouth Bullfrog and use it as a party favor.
Stage a play and you can use it as a puppet. Ages 5 and up, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
July 12 - The Magic of Gary Midnight - master of illusion, mesmerizes audiences with mystifying
performances that will leave you spellbound with his amazing gift of illusion and slight-of-hand. All ages, 2:30
to 3:30 p.m.
July 14 - Arts & Crafts: Build Your Own Drum. Have fun learning the beats and rhythms. We all carry around
a personal rhythm in our beating hearts. You can make music with a drum, hand percussion, or hand drum.
Ages 5 and up. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
July 14 - Wags & Tales. Practice reading out loud to a pet therapy dog, ages 5 and up, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
July 21 - Arts & Crafts: Primary Colors Painting: Create fantastic secondary color by mixing any primary
colors together and so create art design with them. You will be proud to get new colors and feel truly
“artistic.” Ages 5 & up. 2:30 to 3:30 pm.
July 28 - Arts & Crafts: Family Tree Story - show the relationships among family members and children.
Library will provide the chart and magic makers so you can make your own family tree by putting the names
in the chart. Ages 5 and up. 2:30 to 3:30 pm
July 30 - Row, Row, Row Your Boat with Ms. Luz. Stories: Finger plays, dances & sing songs, ages 20 to 40
months with parent/caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
August 2 - Fizz, Boom, Read Summer Wrap-Up! Come for our Summer Reading Program wrap-up party! The
Riverland library local drawings for prizes will be held, and we will celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Broward
County Libraries with cake! All ages. 2 to 2:30 p.m.
August 2 - Teen’s Game Club. The game club of the Riverland Library is a free, community-based gathering with
the purpose of playing games. Membership is free and walk-ins are welcome, ages 10-18, 4:30 to 5:45 pm.
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South Regional/Broward College Library
7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
954-201-8825
This Summer at South Regional/Broward College Library: Free Lunch and Snacks for Children Ages 18
and Under! All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
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7, 21, 28 - Reading Buddies, ages 5-9, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
7 - Gaming Arcade, ages 12-18, 2 to 3 p.m.
9 - Summer Kickoff with Fantasy Theatre Factory! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
9, 16, 23, 30 - Crafty Kids, ages 6-11, 7 to 7:45 p.m.
10, 24 - Story Time Fun, ages 4-6, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Requires registration.
10, 17, 24 - LEGO Club, ages 7-12, 4 to 5 p.m. Requires registration.
10, 17, 24 - Twilight Tales, all ages, 7 to 7:45 p.m.
11, 18, 25 - Story Circle, all ages, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
11, 18, 25 - Watch the Movie, Win the Book! 3 to 5 p.m.
12, 19, 26 - Toddler Time, ages 18 mon. thru 3 yrs., requires registration, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
12, 26 - Summer Crafts: Preschool, ages 3-6, 2 to 3 p.m. Requires registration.
13, 20, 27 - Make It & Take It, ages 3 & up, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
16 - Spin, Pop, Boom! with Mad Science! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
19 - Summer Crafts, ages 7-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Requires registration.
21 - Young Engineers, ages 9-12, 2 to 3 p.m.
23 - Meet Ooga the Cavewoman! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
26 - Cuentos en español, all ages, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
28 - Spark of Science, ages 10-15, 2 to 3 p.m. Requires registration.
30 - Fun with Simply Puppets! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Story Time Fun, ages 4-6, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Requires registration.
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - LEGO Club, ages 7-12, 4 to 5 p.m. Requires registration.
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Twilight Tales, all ages, 7 to 7:45 p.m.
2, 9, 16 , 23, 30 - Story Circle, all ages, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Watch the Movie, Win the Book! 3 to 5 p.m.
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Toddler Time, ages 18 mon. thru 3 yrs., requires registration, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Summer Crafts, ages 7-12, Requires registration, 2 to 3 p.m.
5, 19, 26 - Reading Buddies, ages 5-9, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
5 - Teen Gaming Arcade, ages 12-18, 2 to 3 p.m.
7 - The Mesmerizing Magic of Gary Midnight! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
7, 14, 21, 28 - Crafty Kids, ages 6-11, 7 to 7:45 p.m.
11, 18, 25 -Make It & Take It, ages 3 and up, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
14 - Science Fun with Professor Wacky! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
19 - Young Engineers, ages 9-12, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
21 - Cool Chemistry from the Museum of Science and Discovery! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
26 - Spark of Science, ages 10-15, 2 to 3 p.m. Requires registration.
28 - The heart-pounding Japanese drums of Fushu Daiko! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
31 - Cuentos en español, all ages, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
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1 - Make It & Take It, ages 3 & up, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
2 - Reading Buddies, ages 5-9, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
2 - Anime Double, all ages, 12 to 5 p.m.
4 - Summer Special Program, 2 to 3 p.m.
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Southwest Regional Library
16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines, FL 33331
954-357-6580
June 7 - Summer Kick-off: Brent Gregory Magic Show. Enjoy a Fizz, Boom Read magical leap into summer
fun, door prizes. Sign up for our summer reading game! All ages, 1 to 3 p.m.
June 9 - Full Steam Ahead: Science Explorers. Just Add Rhythm: the science of sound and rhythm through
drumming! Ages 6-11, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
June 10, 24 - Curious Kids Storytime. Just beginning to read by yourself? Explore and discover cool stories
and activities! For kids ready for group storytime without a caregiver. Ages 4-6, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
June 11 - Spark your detective skills! See materials/methods used by Broward County professionals. Middle
school and up, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
June 11 - Family Night Storytime. A “Fizz, Boom, Read!” variety of stories and activities for the whole family
to enjoy together! All ages, 7 to 7:30 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Learning & Growing Together. You as your child’s first teacher! Songs and Stories with
participation from everyone! Ages 1 to 3, with caregiver. 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. No
registration required.
June 13, 20, 27 - Friday Kids’ Movie. Call Southwest Regional library for titles. Camp groups welcome,
2 to 4 p.m.
June 14, 28 - Wags & Tales. Practice reading out loud to a pet therapy dog. Ages 5-12, 10:30 to
11:30 a.m. Pre-register by phone or in person the beginning of each month. June 14 - Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom! Laugh and be amazed as the Mad Scientist wows the audience
with gravity-defying tricks and chemistry spectacles! Ages 5 and up, 2 to 3 p. m.
June 14, 28 - Youth Chess Club: Learn to play or improve your skills. Ages 6-18, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Preregister.
June 16 - Full Steam Ahead: Science Explorers. Rockin’ Rockets - experiment with force and motion in
simple rocketry. Ages 6-11, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Pre-register in person or by phone.
June 17 - Water Safety Program with the Pembroke Pines YMCA Aquatic Center, ages 4-6 and their families,
11 to 11:30 a.m.
June 17 - Ignite Flight! Build, launch and compete with your own rocket to keep. Middle/high school
students, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Required Pre-registration begins 6/3.
June 18 - Family Science Night: “Cool Comets.” Create a comet, learn about deep space. Presented by
Science Eye. All ages, 7 to 8 p.m.
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June 19 - Spark your appetite! Breakfast & Book Buffet: Make food to eat while talking about great summer
reads. Middle/high school students, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
June 19 - YMCA Water Safety Program, ages 1-3, 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
June 21 - Oooga the Cavewoman. Go back in Oooga’s time machine to when the earth fizzled and the
volcanoes went Boom and Bang. Dinosaur and caveman tales, music, dancing and surprises for everyone!
All ages, 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.
June 23 - Full Steam Ahead: Science Explorers. Squishy Circuits - make a dough creature with light-up eyes
and learn about circuitry. Ages 6-11, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Pre-register in person or by phone.
June 24 - Fushu Daiko: The Drums of Noto Hanto. The language of taiko drumming, and science of sound
and YOU, learn to make giant drums talk! Camp groups welcome. Ages 6-11, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 25 - Spark your imagination! Magic tricks to learn & keep. Middle/high school students, 3:30 to 4:30
p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/11
June 25 - Family Night Storytime. A “Fizz, Boom, Read!” variety of stories and activities for the whole family
to enjoy together! All ages, 7 to 7:30 p.m.
June 28 - Suzuki Music Academy. Child musicians from Suzuki Music Academy will give a classical music
performance. Ages 1-6 and their families, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 30 - Full Steam Ahead: Science Explorers. Crazy Chemistry - presented by Museum of Discovery and
Science. Ages 6-11, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Pre-register by phone or in person.
June 30 - Electrify your backpack! Add electroluminescent/neon lighting to your bags, create your own
designs. Middle/high school students, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Pre-registration begins 6/16.
July 1, 8, 15, 29 - Curious Kids Storytime. Just beginning to read by yourself? Explore and discover cool
stories and activities! For kids ready for group storytime without a caregiver. Ages 4-6, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Family Night Storytime. A “Fizz, Boom, Read!” variety of stories and activities for the
whole family to enjoy together! All ages, 7 to 7:30 p.m.
July 3 - Fingerpainting Fun for Toddlers! Dress to get messy! Group size limited. For kids ages 1-3,
10:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pre-registration begins Saturday, June 21.
July 5 - Family Movie, all ages, call for title, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 5, 19 - Youth Chess Club: Learn to play or improve your skills. Ages 6-18 welcome, 10:30 a.m. to 12
p.m. preregister.
July 7, 14, 21, 28 - Bookopoly: play a life-sized board game based on book trivia, challenges and fun! This
program is for kids entering 1st through 5th grades, 2:30 to 4 p.m.
July 10 - Spark your creativity! Charcoal drawing, blending, shading & shadowing techniques.
Pre-registration begins 6/26. Middle/high school students, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
July 10, 17, 24, 31 - Learning & Growing Together. You as your child’s first teacher! Songs and Stories with
participation from everyone! Ages 1 to 3, with caregiver. 10:30 to 11 a.m. or 11:15 to 11:45 am. No
registration required.
July 11, 18 - Friday Kids’ Movie. Call Southwest Regional Library for titles. Camp groups welcome,
2 to 4 p.m.
July 12 - S.T.E.A.M. Makers Day: All ages Festival of Creativity and Innovation in Celebration of DIY and the
Maker Movement. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
July 14 - Create a Digital Storybook. Learn the basic steps of character creation, illustration, layout and
digital design to create a new book style! Group size limited. Pre-registration begins July 1. Ages 6-11, 6 to
7:30 p.m.
July 17 - Spark your appetite! Breakfast & Book Buffet: Make food to eat while talking about great summer
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reads. Middle/high school students, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
July 19 - Fantasy Stew: A hilarious stage show that swirls together a zany mix of popular stories to give us
all a giggle! Audiences give this two thumbs-up for the whole family! Presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory.
All ages, 1 to 1:45 p.m.
July 22 - Story Drumming Program: “Jungle Dreams”. Join drummer Alisha as she leads everyone on a
special rhythmic quest to discover what makes each one of us truly unique. Presented by Just Add Rhythm.
Ages 4-6, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 22 - Babysitting Certification with Memorial Hospital West. Pre-registration begins July 8 for middle/high
school students, 5 to 7 p.m.
July 25 - Youth Chess Tournament: New Player & Beginner levels. Required registration between 7/7-7/23
only, ages 6-18, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
July 26 - Youth Chess Tournament: Intermediate level. Required registration between 7/7-7/23 only, ages
6-18, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
July 26 - Wags & Tales. Practice reading out loud to a pet therapy dog. Ages 5-12, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Pre-register by phone or in person the beginning of each month.
July 29 - Spark your creativity: Art with a “POP.” Create a Pop Art Lichtenstein-inspired poster. 2 to 3 p.m.
Required registration begins 7/5. Middle/high school stidents.
August 2 - 10th Anniversary of the Slapstick Sillies Vaudeville Show and Olde Tyme Cartoon Martinee.
Don’t miss this final show of all shows! Plus Summer Reading Prize Drawings! All ages, 2 to 4 p.m.
August 9, 23 - Wags & Tales. Practice reading out loud to a pet therapy dog. Ages 5-12, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
Pre-register by phone or in person the beginning of each month.
August 9 - Youth Chess Club: Learn to play or improve your skills. Ages 6-18 welcome, 10:30 a.m. to
12 p.m. preregister.
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Stirling Road
3151 Stirling Rd., Hollywood, FL 33312
954-357-7550
June 10 - Fushu Daiko: Japanese Taiko Drumming and Stories, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
June 12 - Movie, 2 to 4 p.m.
June 16, 23, 30 - Story Time, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
June 19 - Magician Gary Midnight, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
June 21 - Nature Movie, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
June 24 - All Things Oz & Potter: An Intergenerational Book Discussion
with caricature artist Wendy Reingold, 5 to 7 p.m.
June 26 - Oooga the Cave Woman, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
July 1 - Simply Puppets Shadow Puppet Show, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
July 3 - Teen Craft, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21 - Story Time, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
July 11 - Bricks 4 Kidz: Space Adventures, ages 6-11, pre-register, 4 to 5 p.m.
July 17 - Locomotion Theatre: Mentor the Inventor, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
June 19 - Nature Movie, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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July 22 - The Museum of Discovery and Science presents “Crazy Chemistry,” 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
July 24 - Glam Rocks: Teen Craft and Karaoke, 2:30 to 4 p.m.
July 31 - Michael Winters Magic Workshop, ages 9 and up, pre-register, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
SN
Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library
10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33351
954-357-7440
Pre-register for all programs: 954-357-7422
June 11 - Bingo with prizes, ages 5-12, 12:30 p.m.
June 18 - Use your creativity to decorate a visor & play a game, ages 5-12, 12:30 p.m.
June 25 - Puppet Workshop: we will learn about puppets and watch a professional puppeteer, ages 5-12,
12:30 p.m.
June 25 - Teen Craft: Make a Native American dream catcher, ages 10-18, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
July 2 - Make an Independence Day art project with things around the house, ages 5-12, 12:30 p.m.
July 9 - Make a creative work of art for display in the library, ages 5-12, 12:30 p.m.
July 16 - Professor Wacky. Using magic, juggling, puppets & balloons, Professor Wacky teaches how the
world revolves around science, ages 5-12, 12:30 p.m.
July 16, 23 - Decorate everyday objects with a sponge painting technique. All materials will be supplied,
ages 5-12, 12:30 p.m.
July 16 - Teens: Learn macramé basics, ages 10-18, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.,
July 30 - Try your athletic ability with inside versions of games such as shuffleboard, horseshoe toss,
bowling, etc., ages 5-12, 12:30 p.m.
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Tamarac Branch Library
8701 W. Commercial Blvd., Tamarac, FL 33351
954-765-1500
This Summer at Tamarac Branch Library: Free Lunch for Children Ages 18 and Under!
All lunches and snacks will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Call or visit the library for the food program schedule.
June 7 - Fizz, Boom, Read with Suzy Hammer as Oooga the Cavewoman! All ages family event, register for
Summer Reading! Give-aways and fun! 2 to 3 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of Tamarac Library.
June 11 - Dinosaur Color Magic: Stories, Music & Activities for Ages 3-5 with caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June 12 - Design Your Own Paper Airplane: Fun Stories & Activities about Flight and Famous Flyers, ages 6
to 10, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
June 17 - Rockin’ Rockets with Science Eye, ages 10 to 15, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-register beginning June 7th.
Sponsored by the Friends of Tamarac Library.
June 18 - Rocket to the Moon: Stories, Music & Activities for Ages 3-5 with caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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June 19 - Is Energy Static? Make Your Hair Stand Up with Fun Stories & Activities, ages 6 to 10, 3:30 to
4:30 p.m.
June 21 - Crazy Chemistry with Museum of Discovery & Science: A Family Event for All Age Children, Tweens
& Teens! 2 to 3 p.m.
June 24 - Blobs in a Bottle: Create Your Own Lava Lamp! Ages 8 to 11, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-Register Beginning
June 7th. Space is Limited.
June 25 - Crash, Boom, Splash: the Rhythm of Weather! Stories, Music & Activities for Ages 3-5 with
caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June 26 - Junk-Jeweler Bands ‘n Beads Bracelet Bling! Stories & Activities, ages 6 to 10, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
July 1 - Duct Tape Art for Teens, ages 12 to 18, 6 to 7 p.m. Pre-register beginning June 17. Space Limited.
July 2 - Butterfly World, Fun with Flight: Stories, Music & Activities, ages 3-5 with caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 3 - USA Independence Day, A Rocket Celebration! Stories & Activities, ages 6 to 10, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
July 8 - Build a Toothpick Tower, ages 8 to 11, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-register beginning June 24th. Space limited.
July 9 - Tool Box Adventures, All About Building: Stories, Music & Activities, ages 3-5 with caregiver, 11 a.m.
to 12 p.m.
July 10 - Hand Span: What Can I Do with my Hands?: Stories & Activities, ages 6 to 10, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
July 15 - Forensics Fun: Become a Crime Scene Investigator for Teens, ages 12-18, 6 to 7 p.m. PreRegister Beginning July 1st. Space is Limited.
July 16 - Explore the Five Senses with Stories, Pop-Ups & Lift-the-Flaps, ages 3-5 with caregiver, 11 a.m. to
12 p.m.
July 17 -Marble Magnet Mania! Create Gems for Gifts or Fun: Stories & Activities, ages 6 to 10, 3:30 to
4:30 p.m.
July 19 - Rockin’ Reactions! Hands-On Chemistry for Ages 10 to 15, 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-register beginning July 5.
July 22 - I Scream for Ice Cream, ages 8 to 11, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-register beginning July 8th. Space limited.
July 23 - Wheels Go Round Circle Fun: Stories, Music & Activities for Ages 3-5 with caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12
p.m.
July 24 - Picasso From Scratch: Fun Stories & Activities, ages 6 to 10, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
July 30 - What’s in the Garden?: Stories, Music & Activities, ages 3-5 with caregiver, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 31 - Mobile Makers Explore the Ocean: Fun Stories & Activities, ages 6 to 10, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Tyrone Bryant Branch Library
N.W. 21 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
BR 2230
954-357-8210
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9, 16, 23, 30 - Math Mondays, 2 to 4 p.m.
10, 17 - Technology Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
11, 18, 25 - Wacky Word Wednesdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
12, 19, 26 - Talent Thursdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
12 - Children’s Story Time, 5 to 6 p.m.
17 - Story Time with Mahalia Solages, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
18 - Story time with Leneen Faith, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
25 - Super Safety Girl, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Technology Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
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2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Wacky Word Wednesdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Talent Thursdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
7, 14, 21, 28 - Math Mondays, 2 to 4 p.m.
9 - Story time with Leneen Faith, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
10 - Children’s Story Time, 5 to 6 p.m.
14 - Teen Empowerment: The Excuses of Juvenile Delinquency, 6 to 7:45 p.m.
15 - Ronald McDonald Magic Show, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
23 - Magical Storytime with Marci Poppins, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
26 - Story time with author Sherry North, 2:30 to 4 p.m.
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August
August
August
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4 - Magic Showtime for Kids, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
4, 11 - Math Mondays, 2 to 4 p.m.
5, 12 - Technology Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
6, 13 - Wacky Word Wednesdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
7, 14 - Talent Thursdays, 2 to 4 p.m.
14 - Children’s Story Time, 5 to 6 p.m.
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West Regional Library
8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, FL 33324
954-765-1560
June 7 - Summer Kick-off! Come & join us for a “Fizz! Boom! Magic! Show” featuring Gary Midnight,
followed by sign up for the Summer Library Program. All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 9 - Father’s Day Tween Craft: Make a special gift to take home. Refreshments provided. Ages 8 -12.
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required registration begins on Saturday, May 24th.
June 10 - Teen Sunset Cinema & Book Swap Kickoff! Start the summer with a great movie along with our
popular Book Swap (bring a book/swap a book). Refreshments provided. Raffle prizes. Ages 12-18, 5:30 to
7:30 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24 - Bedtime Stories: Stories & Crafts, all ages, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
June 11, 18, 25 - Fizz! Bang! Read! Stories, science & crafts, ages 6-10, 4 to 5 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Storytime Fun: Stories & Crafts, ages 3-5, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Caregivers may enter
during the craft portion.
June 12, 19, 26 - Kids’ Corner: Stories, Songs & Crafts, ages 3-6., 4 to 5 p.m. Caregivers may enter during
the craft portion.
June 14, 28 - Chess Club: Join our Chess Club this summer! Bring your chessboard if you have one. Raffle
prizes awarded, ages 5-18, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 14 - A visit from Oooga the Cave Woman, hear dinosaur tales & cave stories & learn a caveman dance,
all ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 16 - Tween Book Club: Book discussion, crafts & treats. Ages 8-12, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required
registration begins 5/19.
June 17 - Middle School Book Club: Join us for our book club as we discuss a book & enjoy some snacks,
ages 11-14, entering or in middle school, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required registration begins 5/20.
June 21 - Journey to the Stars: Planetarium Show, presented by the South Florida Science Center, ages
6-11, 12 to 4 p.m. Required registration for the hourly presentation begins on 6/7.
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June 23 - Interactive Murder Mystery! Try to guess who the killer is! Solve the murder mystery & win a prize.
Refreshments provided, ages 12-18, 6 to 8 p.m. Required registration begins on 6/9.
June 24 - BookChat Book Club: Join us for books, food & random talking. Ages 14-18, entering or in high
school, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required registration begins on 6/3.
June 28 - Teen Cooking: Chef Alex returns with more creative cooking! Ages 12-18, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Required registration begins on 6/14.
June 28 - Ice Cream Social, ages 5-11, 2 to 3 p.m. Required registration begins on Saturday, June 14th. June 30 - Henna Creations: Learn about the art of henna & practice some designs. Ages 12-18., 6:30 to
7:30 p.m. Required registration begins on 6/16.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Bedtime Stories: Stories & Crafts, all ages, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Fizz! Bang! Read! Stories, science & crafts, ages 6-10, 4 to 5 p.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Storytime Fun: Stories & Crafts, ages 3-5, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Caregivers may
enter during the craft portion.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Kids’ Corner: Stories, Songs & Crafts, ages 3-6, 4 to 5 p.m. Caregivers may enter
during the craft portion.
July 5, 19 - Chess Club: Join our Chess Club this summer! Bring your chessboard if you have one. Raffle
prizes awarded, ages 5-18, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
July 5 - Weird Science Movie Day. Join us for a movie, popcorn & drinks, ages 6-11, 2 to 4 p.m.
July 8 - Tie Dye Originals: Create a work of tie dye art to take home, Ages 12-18, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Required
registration begins on 6/24.
July 12 - Create Your Own Wild Ceramic Creations with Ceramics on Wheels, ages 6-11, 11 to 11:45 a.m.,
Required registration begins on 6/28.
July 12 - Pizza & Plaster: Make a plaster creation & join us for lunch! Ages 12-18, 12 to 1:30 p.m.
Required registration begins on 6/28.
July 14 - Teen Sunset Cinema & Book Swap: Time for another movie and you can trade out those summer
books you’ve finished reading (bring a book/swap a book). Ages 12-18., 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
July 14 - Tween Book Club: Book discussion, crafts & treats. Ages 8-12, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required
registration begins on 6/16.
July 15 - Middle School Book Club: Join us for our book club as we discuss a book & enjoy some snacks,
ages 11-14, entering or in middle school, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required registration begins on 6/17.
July 19 - Sing Along with Miss Stacey, ages 2-8, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
July 21 - BookChat Book Club: Join us for books, food and random talking. Ages 14-18, entering or in high
school, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required registration begins on 6/24.
July 26 - Wacky Weather Game Day with games and prizes, ages 3-10, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
August 2 - Summer Finale: Superheroes featuring a visit from Spiderman and Batman, prizes, book
giveaway and lots of fun. Bring your camera! All ages, 2 to 3 p.m.
August 12 - Middle School Book Club: Join us for our book club as we discuss a book & enjoy some
snacks, ages 11-14, entering or in middle school, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Required registration begins on 7/15.
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Weston Branch Library
4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston, FL 33332
954-357-5420
June 7 - Showtime For Kids presents The Rootin’ Tootin’ Reading Round-Up: A Wild West adventure filled with
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magic, balloons, audience participation, cowboy science, and heaps of comedy, all ages, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Baby Storytime, ages 3 months-11 months, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Toddler Storytime, ages 12 months-35 months, 11:30 to 12 p.m.
June 12, 19, 26 - Preschool Storytime, ages 3-5, 12:30 to 1 p.m.
June 14 - Mad Science presents Spin, Pop, Boom: The audience will be amazed when the Mad Scientist is
able to defy gravity in this energetic and spectacular special event, all ages, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
June 19 - Wags & Tales: Children read to an Animal Assisted Therapy Dog. The intent of the program is to
make reading fun and boost the child’s confidence in reading aloud, ages 5-12, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration
required: 954-357-5430.
June 25 - Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Drop off your stuffed animal at the Weston Branch Library anytime
between 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for a sleepover and then pick him/her up the next day. All ages. Pre-registration
required: 954-357-5430.
June 26 - Babysitting Class: Learn about babysitting from a registered nurse. A newborn-sized doll or teddy
bear must be brought to class, ages 11-15, 2 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration required: 954-357-5430.
June 28 - Fantasy Theatre Factory presents Fantasy Stew: a mixture of fun, comedy, and children’s stories.
Chef gives cooking orders to his three bumbling assistant cooks and then leaves them alone to discover for
themselves how to find the recipe. All ages, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Baby Storytime, ages 3 months-11 months, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Toddler Storytime, ages 12 months-35 months, 11:30 to 12 p.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Preschool Storytime, ages 3-5, 12:30 to 1 p.m.
July 7 - Chess Club: Play the game of chess. Beginners are welcome. Boards and pieces are available,
ages 7-17, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
July 12 - Magician Cesar Domico: A Comedy Magic Show that is full of humor with participation by kids and
adults who get to perform magic tricks with Cesar! All ages, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
July 17 - Wags & Tales: Children read to an Animal Assisted Therapy Dog. The intent of the program is to
make reading fun and boost the child’s confidence in reading aloud, ages 5-12, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration
required: 954-357-5430.
July 21 - Jo Bridges presents Hip Hip Hooray: A romp through the world of picture books! The world of
classic picture books is explored through puppetry and traditional storytelling, all ages, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
July 26 - Locomotion Theatre presents Dinosaur Eggs in My Lunchbox! An audience participation show filled
with music, make-believe, and fun; a sweet story about a child whose wish for a dinosaur playmate comes
true. Ages 2-7, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
August 2 - In celebration of Broward County Library’s 40th anniversary: Bobby the Balloon Guy! A family
interactive show with physical comedy/magic combined with the most amazing balloon twisting you have ever
seen! All ages, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Young At Art Museum/Broward County Library
751 S.W. 21 Ave., Davie, FL 33325
954-357-5437
June 4, 11, 18, 25 - Storytime Adventures: Ages 3-5 with caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
June 7 - Summer Reading Kick-off at Young at Art Library begins with the Fushu Daiko Japanese Taiko
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Drummers! This exciting performance will capture your attention and introduce the art of Taiko Drumming, all
ages, 1 to 2 p.m. Pre-registration begins 5/24/14.
June 10, 17, 24 - Tales & Tunes for Tots, ages 18-36 months with caregiver, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Preregistration required. June 17: Rainy Days. June 24: Animal Stew
June 11, 25 - Wags & Tales: Children practice their reading skills with a pet therapy dog, ages 5-11, 4 to 5
p.m. Pre-registration required: 954-357-8585.
June 12 - Windsocks: How does the wind blow? Ages 6-8, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins 5/30/14.
June 14 - Tweens Club: It’s windy outside! Ages 9-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration begins 5/31/14.
June 19 - It’s Paint Day! Explore color through paint, ages 6-8, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/5/14.
June 21 - Tweens Club: Sand Art - create your own colored sand! Ages 9-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration
begins 6/7/14.
June 24 - Crafts & Classics will feature The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. Create a modern-day Tin Man,
ages 6-8, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/10/14.
June 26 - Plant Art! Create a Seed Mosaic! Ages 6-8, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/12/14.
June 28 - Tweens Club: How mixed up can it be? Design a “mixed up” animal, ages 9-12, 1 to 2 p.m. Preregistration begins 6/14/14.
June 28 - Kidz Bookclub, ages 8-10, meets monthly from 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration required.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Tales & Tunes for Tots, ages 18-36 months with caregiver, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Pre-registration required.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Storytime Adventures: Ages 3-5 with caregiver, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
July 3 - Family Movie Day - relax and enjoy a movie with your family and friends. Ages 6 and up, 2 to 5:30
p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/19/14.
July 5 - Mad Scientist Day! Ages 7-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/21/14.
July 9, 23 - Wags & Tales: Children practice their reading skills with a pet therapy dog, ages 5-11, 4 to 5
p.m. Pre-registration required: 954-357-8585.
July 10 - Board Game Bonanza! Ages 6-8, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/26/14.
July 12 - Tweens Club: Origami Fun! Ages 9-12, 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration begins 6/28/14.
July 17 - Kids Summer Mosaic Fun! Ages 6-8, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins 7/3/14.
July 19 - Tweens Club: Move to the Beat Dance Party! Ages 9-12, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins
7/5/14.
July 22 - Crafts & Classics presents Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. Ages 6-8, 3 to 4
p.m. Pre-registration begins 7/8/14.
July 24 - Water, Water, Everywhere! Ages 6-8, 3 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration begins 7/10/14.
July 26 - Kidz Bookclub, ages 8 - 10, meets monthly from 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration required.
July 31 - Optical Illusions: Learn to make mind-bending optical illusions, ages -8, 3 to 4 p.m. Preregistration begins 7/17/14.
August 2 - Summer Reading Finale with David Kaplan the Magician! 2 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration begins
7/19/14.
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