March Programs, Events at the West Florida Public Libraries

Below is a list of events occurring in the month of February at West Florida Public Libraries in Escambia County. For more information about library events, please contact the Pensacola Library at (850) 436-5060. Find our website at mywfpl.com and like West Florida Public Libraries - WFPL on Facebook for up to date event announcements and more.

West Florida Public Library Locations

• Pensacola Library: 239 North Spring Street, Pensacola, 32502 (850) 436-5060
• Century Branch Library: 7991 North Century Boulevard, Century, 32535 (850) 256-6217
• Genealogy Library: 5740 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, 32504 (850) 494-7373
• Molino Branch Library: 6450-A Highway 95A, Molino, 32577 (850) 435-1760
• Southwest Branch Library: 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, 32507 (850) 453-7780
• Tryon Branch Library: 1200 Langley Avenue, Pensacola, 32504 (850) 471-6980
• Westside Branch Library: 1301 West Gregory Street, Pensacola, 32502 (850) 595-1047

For exact hours of each WFPL location, visit mywfpl.com/locations.

March Events at West Florida Public Libraries

Discover The Way We Worked in North Escambia: A Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit

"The Way We Worked" in North Escambia, the Exhibit

• March 19 - April 30, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Molino Community Complex

The Smithsonian Institution is here. Come see this interactive exhibit designed to engage all ages which spotlights the role of work in our communities. Visit the exhibit and join us for six weeks of events and activities which celebrate the way we worked in North Escambia.

“The Way We Worked" traces America’s rich work history. With their hands and minds hard at work and sweats on their brows, American workers perform a diverse array of jobs to power our society. Whether we work for our own professional satisfaction & personal growth or to ensure the well-being of ourselves and our families, work is a part of nearly every American’s life.”  - www.museumonmainstreet.org     

"The Way We Worked": Kick-Off Event

• Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p. m. – Molino Community Complex, Molino Branch Library

Join us for a look back in time to the way we worked in North Escambia. Explore the Smithsonian exhibit, enjoy live entertainment, watch a potter, a flintknapper and more. Take a look at the line-up below.

• 10 a.m. - Opening Ceremony                                

Ribbon cutting performed by Commissioner Barry    

• 10:15 a.m. - Smithsonian Exhibit Opens 

Take a stroll through the museum to learn how work impacts our lives and communities.      

• 10:30 a.m. - Southern Revival Band                  

Hear the “Molino Florida Song” performed by local musicians, Caleb Dennis and the Southern Revival Band.  

• 11:30 a.m - Mission San Joseph de Escambe                      

Dr. John E. Worth, U.W.F. Anthropology professor, will speak about his archaeological work at this 250-year-old site on private land in Molino. 

• 12:45 p.m. - Dogwood Dulcimers                              

Enjoy the down-home sounds of this stringed folk band.

• 1:45 p.m. - Panhandle Cloggers                    

Tap your toes along with the Panhandle Cloggers’ percussive folk dances.

• 2:30 p.m - The Change Gang                         .                        

Listen to traditional work songs performed by teens from the Pensacola Branch NAACP Youth Council and Allen Chapel AME Church Young People’s Department.

"The Way We Worked": Molino History

• Thursday, March 31, 6 p.m. – Molino Branch Library, Auditorium

Enjoy video-graphic stories of long-time residents who recount memories of growing up in rural Escambia. Several of the interviewees will be present for a question and answer session.

"The Way We Worked": Agriculture in North Escambia

• Saturday, April 2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Barrineau Park Community Center

Join Barrineau Park Historical Society for a day of farming fun featuring a presentation from Extension Services at 1 p.m. Come learn how farming fed us all.

"The Way We Worked": Farm Fabric – Feed Sacks

• Thursday, April 7, 6 p.m. – Molino Branch Library, Auditorium

Coletta Stejskal Bailey, Textile Coordinator at the Baldwin County Heritage Museum, will discuss the cotton bag’s origin from the late 1840s to its impact during the Depression and World War II.

"The Way We Worked": A New Beginning for Old Industry: History and Archaeology of Molino Mills

• Thursday, April 14, 6 p.m. – Molino Branch Library, Auditorium

Join UWF graduate student, Melissa Maynard for insights into Molino Mills, a lumber mill which operated from 1865-1884 that helped develop a community and an industry.

"The Way We Worked": From Can’t See to Can’t See

• Saturday, April 16, 1 p.m. - Pensacola Library, Meeting Room A
• Thursday, April 28, 6 p.m. – Molino Branch Library, Auditorium

Up before dawn and home after dark describes Teniadé Broughton’s talk on African American work experiences in rural Escambia County. The event also features the “Change Gang” performing historical work songs.

"The Way We Worked": Escambia County Railroads, 1830s – 1950s

• Saturday, April 23, 1 p.m. – Alger-Sullivan Historical Society, Century, FL

All aboard, at the Alger-Sullivan Historical Society Museum with Jerry Fischer and Russell Brown. Come learn about the county’s early railroads. Climb aboard Old 100, a sawmill transport steam engine, and tour the museum.

"The Way We Worked": Colonial Work Story Times

• Saturday, April 9, 1 p.m. - Molino Branch Library, Auditorium
• Thursday, April 14, 6 p.m. - Pensacola Library
• Saturday, April 16, 1 p.m. - Tryon Branch Library
• Thursday, April 21, 6 p.m. - Century Branch Library

Join Sandra Pettis, retired Ferry Pass Elementary Librarian and a costumed member of the UWF Historic Trust for a story, demonstrations and hands-on activities about the way we worked in Colonial times.

"The Way We Worked": Displays in Escambia County

• March and April - Tryon Branch Library

View a fascinating collection of antiques from the area belonging to Mr. Charlie Booher of Pensacola.

• March and April – Southwest Branch Library

This library features a collection of work-related items from the Alger-Sullivan Historical Society located in Century, FL.

• March and April - Molino Branch Library

In addition to housing the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition, The Way We Worked, this facility also spotlights artifacts belonging to UWF Collections from Mission Escambe and the Molino Mills archaeological dig sites in Molino, FL.

• March and April – Century Branch Library

This display houses a small collection of memorabilia from the Alger-Sullivan Lumber Company once located in Century, FL.

Discover with Us

Discovery for Youth and Families

Discover the Pensacola Opera through Jack and the Beanstalk

• Tuesday, March 15, 6 p.m. -  Pensacola Library
• Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 a.m. - Pensacola Library
• Thursday, March 17, 4 p.m. - Tryon Branch Library

The Pensacola Opera offers several performances of the endearing tale, “Jack and the Beanstalk”. Appropriate for all ages; don’t miss this free opportunity to expand your family’s cultural horizons.

Discover the History of St. Patrick’s Day: Chasing a Pot of Gold

• Thursday, March 17, 5 p.m. - Century Branch Library

Are Leprechaun’s really part of St. Patrick’s Day? Come and discover the fun and facts of this mysterious little man. Enjoy stories, snacks and crafts. Don’t forget to wear green!

Discover Easter: PJ Storytime with the Easter Bunny

• Thursday, March 24, 6 p.m. – Pensacola Library

Put on your PJs and join us for some Story Time fun. We will enjoy stories, songs, and dancing with the Easter Bunny. Parents don’t forget to bring your cameras!  

Bookish Happenings

Book Events for Adults

Day Dreamers Book Club

• Tuesday, March 8, 6 p.m. – Molino Branch Library                                                                                     

Come day dream with us at this book club which features popular fiction meant to distract readers from the daily chores of life.   This month we will read “After Alice”, written by Gregory Maguire.

WFPL Book Club

• Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 a.m. - Pensacola Library, Conference Room

Let’s talk books. This month we will be discussing “Crooked Heart” by Lissa Evans.

Sensational Saturdays – Women’s Wisdom: Pass It On

• Saturday, March 19, 12:30 p.m.  –  Tryon Branch Library

Come and meet Kathleen Vestal Logan, accomplished author and inspirational speaker, for a book signing and discussion of her latest book, “Women’s Wisdom: Pass It On!” The book is a recollection of Kathleen’s real life experiences and perspectives.   

Genre Chat Book Club

• Monday, March 28, 6 p.m. - Molino Branch Library,

Join us for an in-depth discussion about book structure, plots, themes, and characters of popular genres. This month we will discuss “The Fifth Gospel” by Ian Caldwell. See you there!

Books to Film Book Club

• Tuesday, March 29, 6 p.m. - Tryon Branch Library, Meeting Room B

Join others in a rousing discussion of a literary work that is a precursor to a movie.  March’s title is “Brooklyn” by Colm Tóibín. The book was published in 2009 and the movie was released in 2015.

Book Events for Youth

Books and Pizza Book Club

• Tuesday, March 15, 6 p.m. - Molino Branch Library

Like Books? Like Pizza? Are you between the ages of 13 and 17? Then you are invited to join our monthly book discussions which focus the books you like to read. You pick the books, we provide the pizza. Deal?

R.E.A.D. to Dogs

• Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m. - Tryon Branch Library, Meeting Room B
• Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m. - Southwest Branch Library, Meeting Room

Build confidence in literacy skills while reading to our canine partners who are certified therapy dogs. Sessions are free but registration is requested. Call Southwest Branch Library at (850) 453-7780 and Tryon Branch Library at (850) 471-6980 to reserve your 15 minute time slot.

American Girl® Book Club

• Saturday, March 19, 2 p.m. – Southwest Branch Library, Meeting Room

Youth ages 7 to 13 are invited to explore the world of American Girl, “Kit Kitteridge” through crafts, games and activities in relation to the Depression-Era girl. Each child will receive a Kit Kitteridge book. Please register at the Youth Services desk or by calling the Southwest Branch Library at (850) 453-7780.

Computer Classes

Our free computer classes utilize desktop PCs and run Microsoft Windows 7 Professional.

Pensacola Library

Hands-On Help

• Thursday, March 3, 10:30 a.m. to noon
• Thursday, March 17, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Do you need a little assistance with a computer related task? Sign-up for this session and receive hands-on help.

Basic Computer Skills I

• Saturday, March 5, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

Patrons will be introduced to the components of a computer and learn basic keyboard and mouse skills.

Email Attachments

• Tuesday, March 8, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Participants will learn how to attach a file to an email using Yahoo, Gmail, Outlook or Hotmail. We will also cover how to send a resume to a potential employer or a picture to a friend.

Cloud Computing 101

• Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Have you heard of the “cloud” but aren’t quite sure what is all about? Participants will take a look at some common cloud applications and learn how easy and convenient cloud computing can be.

Basic Computer Skills II

• Tuesday, March 12, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Participants will receive an introduction to Microsoft Windows and learn to navigate between different programs.

Excel 2010 Basics

• Tuesday, March 15, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Students new to Microsoft Excel will learn how to navigate around a spreadsheet and learn basic formatting skills.

Word 2010 Basics

• Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Patrons will learn to create a document using Microsoft Word 2010. We will explore tools on Microsoft’s Ribbon, like Spell Check and Grammar Check as well as review how to print and save documents.

Intro to the Internet

• Saturday, March 19, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Participants will learn about web browsers, internet safety and navigation skills.

Excel 2010 Intermediate

• Tuesday, March 22, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Now that you have the basics, take your Excel skills to the next level. Participants will learn to format cells, sort and filter data, insert formulas and much more.

Word 2010: Beyond the Basics

• Wednesday, March 30, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Participants will learn to create tables and insert WordArt, pictures and clipart into a newsletter format.

Century Branch Library

Email Attachments

• Thursday, March 10, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Participants will learn how to attach a file to an email using Yahoo, Gmail, Outlook or Hotmail. We will also cover how to send a resume to a potential employer or a picture to a friend.

File Management

• Thursday, March 24, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Participants will learn to find, save, copy, move and delete files and folders using the Microsoft Windows application, File Explorer.

Molino Branch Library

Excel 2010 Basics

• Thursday, March 10, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Students new to Microsoft Excel will learn how to navigate around a spreadsheet and learn basic formatting skills.

Word 2010 Basics

• Thursday, March 24, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Patrons will learn to create a document using Microsoft Word 2010. We will explore tools on Microsoft’s Ribbon, like Spell Check and Grammar Check as well as review how to print and save documents.

Southwest Branch Library

Email Attachments

• Thursday, March 10, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Participants will learn how to attach a file to an email using Yahoo, Gmail, Outlook or Hotmail. We will also cover how to send a resume to a potential employer or a picture to a friend.

File Management

• Thursday, March 24, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Participants will learn to find, save, copy, move and delete files and folders using the Microsoft Windows application, File Explorer.

Craft & Yarn Clubs

Crafts Clubs

Puffy Paint Adventure

• Monday, March 7, 4:30 p.m. - Pensacola Library, Youth Services, Craft Room 

Discover your inner-artist and create a puffy masterpiece. Kids of all ages are welcome.

Teen Tech

• Saturday, March 12, 1 p.m. – Pensacola Library, Craft Room

Youth aged 12 to 17 are invited to us practice the R’s of recycling, reduce, reuse, and recycle when we creatively repurpose old CDs.

Make n' Take: Create A St. Patrick Day’s Rainbow

• Thursday, March 17, 6 p.m. – Southwest Branch Library, Meeting Room

Youth of all ages are invited to prepare for St. Patrick’s Day by making an ornament and being part of a St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Easter Craft

• Monday, March 21, 4:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library, Craft Room

“Peep, peep!” Did you hear that? I think I heard a baby chick. Join us as we create hatching chicks to celebrate the beginning of spring. All ages are welcome.

Yarn Clubs

Twisted Stitchers Yarn Club

• Tuesday, March 1, 2 p.m. - Molino Branch Library, Room 123

Join the Twisted Stitchers as we knit and crochet at the library. Bring your supplies and an ongoing or new project. All levels of experience from beginners to advanced are welcome.

Loopy Loomers

• Tuesday, March 8, 1 p.m. - Westside Branch Library
• Tuesday, March 22, 1 p.m. - Westside Branch Library 

Come knit and crochet with the Westside Loopy Loomers as we pay it forward with projects to benefit our community. Please bring your own supplies, but if you are new, we’ll get you started with our own.

Finances

Pensacola Library

Financial Literacy: Budgeting Basics

• Tuesday, March 1, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Pensacola Library, Computer Classroom
• Thursday, March 3, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Pensacola Library, Computer Classroom

Take steps towards financial health. Join Dan Bowen with Consumer Credit as he gives direction on how to understand and create a budget that works for you.

Financial Literacy: Dealing with Financial Institutions

• Tuesday, March 8, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Pensacola Library, Computer Classroom

Take steps now to get financially healthy. Join Dan Bowen with Consumer Credit for a discussion on different types and functions of banks. Learn to determine which type is best for you.

Financial Literacy: Credit Scores and Reporting

• Tuesday, March 15, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Pensacola Library, Computer Classroom
• Thursday, March 17, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Pensacola Library, Computer Classroom

Become financial healthy.  Join Dan Bowen with Consumer Credit as he increases your knowledge on ways to safeguard your credit and make informed credit choices.

Financial Literacy: Predatory Lending

• Tuesday, March 22, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Pensacola Library, Computer Classroom

Are you financial healthy? Join Dan Bowen with Consumer Credit as he explains how to identify a predatory lender and how to avoid money scams.

Genealogy

An Introduction to Genealogy Library

• Saturday, March 5, 10 a.m. - Genealogy Library 

Please join Mr. Bill Nelson, Manager of the West Florida Genealogy Library, as he discusses resources available at the Genealogy Library.

West Florida Genealogy Society Monthly Meeting and Presentation: Our Escambia County Communities: Past and Present - The Brownsville Boys- Growing Up in Brownsville, FL

• Thursday, March 17 , 11 a.m. - Genealogy Library, Meeting Room 

Priscilla Nobles, past President of the WFGS will share her knowledge and take us on a journey thorough the history of the Brownsville area.   

Movies

Sensational Saturdays Movie

• Saturday, March 5, 12:30 p.m. - Tryon Branch Library, Meeting Room B

Please join us for a showing of “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.”  This film is based off of a short story, “The Sobbin Women” by Stephen Vincent Benet.  This 1978 MGM film is rated G and has a runtime of 103 minutes.

Friends of Southwest Branch Library (FSWBL) Classic Movie Series

• Thursday, March 3, 6 p.m. - Southwest Branch Library, Meeting Room

By popular vote, the seventh film in this twelve part series is "The Wizard of Oz", starring Judy Garland, Frank Morgan and Ray Bolger.  This 1939 MGM film is not rated and has a runtime of 102 minutes. Popcorn and bottled water will be served courtesy of Friends of Southwest Branch Library.

Music

Tunesday Sound Café

• Tuesday evenings, 7:30 -7:45 p.m., Pensacola Library, Lobby

Please join us around the baby grand piano each Tuesday evening as we listen to live music played by local and visiting artists courtesy of the Jazz society of Pensacola. Enjoy a cup of joe or tea on us to chase away those Tuesdays blues.

Mythology

Mythosophy®: The Wisdom of Myth: Geoglyphs and Myth

• Saturday, March 19, 10:30 a.m. to noon - Pensacola Library, Meeting Room C 

For centuries, pre-literate humans have “written” their history upon their landscapes. Come explore some of the well- known and some of the less known geoglyphs. Discover insights into the theories that surround these “mute” speaking mysteries.  This series is presented by Scott Davis, who earned his MA in Humanities, Religious Studies and Philosophy and was an adjunct professor at UWF.

Story Times

Southwest Branch

Preschool Story Time

• Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. , Meeting Room 

Join us for stories, songs and movement activities designed to build future readers.

Tryon Branch

Mommy & Me

• Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.,  Meeting Room B 

Mommy & Me is a lapsit program for babies and their special someone.

Preschool Story Time

• Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.,  Meeting Room B

Join us for stories, songs and movement activities designed to build future readers.

Pensacola Library

Story Time

• Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., Youth Services Department

Join us for stories, songs and movement activities designed to build future readers.

Molino Branch

Story Time

•  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. 

Join us for stories, songs and movement activities designed to build future readers.

Westside Branch

Story Time

• Saturday, March 12, 2 p.m.
• Saturday, March 26, 2 p.m. 

Join us for stories, songs and movement activities designed to build future readers.

Century Branch

Story Time

• Thursdays at 4 p.m.

Join us for stories, songs and movement activities designed to build future readers.