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Beanstack: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Monday, Feb. 1 - Continuous - Virtual, mywfpl.beanstack.org
Enjoy reading 1,000 books with your little ones! Log reading and earn badges all along the way. Bond with your child and inspire literacy along the way. A book a day is 365 books in a year, 730 in two years and 1,095 in three years! There's more time than you think, so get started today! Every 100 books come into the library to claim a prize. Be rewarded at 1,000 books with a book and a certificate of achievement.
Virtual Escape Room: Whooo’s Escape
Friday, Oct. 1 – Sunday, Oct. 31 - Virtual
It's Halloween and Whooo wants to collect all the candy he can, but he must make it through a not-so-haunted house first! In the haunted house, he must use his math and logic skills to solve riddles while learning about science behind Halloween! Access the escape room here: Whooo's Escape.
Make-a-Monster Kit
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Patrons can pick up a box filled with supplies and instructions for kids to create their own spooky monster. A list of vocabulary and facts about real animals will be included to inspire kids to expand on their imaginary monsters. Where do they live? What do they eat? They can write it all on a trading card game inspired printout. Don’t forget to share your creation on social media and tag WFPL.
Stay-In Family Movie Night!
Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Come in and check out one of our Family Movie Night Bundles every Friday and Saturday. Bundles include a family friendly movie, a bag of microwave popcorn and a family friendly activity. Movies may be checked out for seven days and the rest is yours to keep!
Mystery Book Bundles
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Mystery Book Bundles are available for pick up at the Pensacola Library. All books can be checked out for three weeks. Be surprised by a new read today! Available during open hours.
Take-home Craft Kits
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Take-away craft kits and other activity bags are available at the circulation desk. Availability is on a first-come-first-serve basis during open hours. Kits rotate regularly.
Outdoor Musical Busy Board
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Stop by Pensacola Library and let the kids play their hearts out on our outdoor musical busy board. Ever had the kids pull out the pots and pans and play garage band in the kitchen? Well, we still have the kitchen band but it's outside. Check out a pair of flip-flop drumsticks from the Circulation desk and go to town as a family. Unavailable on stormy days.
Mindful Journal
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Patrons will incorporate mindfulness practices and daily journal prompts to list, describe, and explore all of the many things in life that they are thankful for. Using a gratitude journal, along with mindfulness techniques, has been linked to an overall improvement in the quality of a person’s life.
Creative Writing Journal
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Writing can be an uphill battle, and sometimes getting started is the hardest part. Jumpstart your creative process with themed prompts and writing tips. Use these ideas to start a novel, explore a scene or write a poem.
Social Media Contest: Literary Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Submissions: Friday, Oct. 1 – Sunday, Oct. 24
Voting: Monday, Oct. 25 – Sunday, Oct. 31
Winners Announced: Monday, Nov. 1
Decorate a pumpkin to look like your favorite book characters! Use paint and craft supplies to make their likeness. Submit a photo of the pumpkin with the book the character is from to happening@mywfpl.com from Friday, Oct. 1 - Sunday, Oct. 24. Photos will be posted to the Libraries’ Facebook page on Monday, Oct. 25. The community is encouraged to vote for their favorites from Monday, Oct. 25 - Sunday, Oct. 31 by liking your favorite image. Winners will be announced on Nov. 1 on the Libraries’ Facebook page! Please note that by submitting your photo to West Florida Public Libraries you are providing permission for us to post the image online and to us it in any marketing materials related to West Florida Public Libraries and its mission.
STEAM Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct. 2, 1 - 3 p.m. – Century Library
Tuesday, Oct. 5, 3 - 5 p.m. – Westside Library
Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. – Tryon Library
Thursday, Oct. 14, 3 - 5 p.m. – Southwest Library
Saturday, Oct. 16, 1 - 3 p.m. – Genealogy Library
Thursday, Oct. 21, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. – Molino Library
Thursday, Oct. 28, 4 - 6 p.m. – Pensacola Library
West Florida Public Libraries presents the STEAM Fall Festival! Join us in celebrating the season with interactive activities, crafts, and take-home treats for your family.
Baby Story Time at Pensacola Library
Monday, Oct. 4, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Monday, Oct. 11, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Monday, Oct. 18, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Monday, Oct. 25, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. This program is suggested for babies ages 0 to 2 years and their caregivers but open to everyone.
STEAM Lab Study Hall
Monday, Oct. 4, 3 – 5 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Monday, Oct. 11, 3 – 5 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Monday, Oct. 18, 3 – 5 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Monday, Oct. 25, 3 – 5 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Need a quiet place to work on your homework or study? Visit the STEAM Lab every Monday.
Garden Greenery Series: Attractive Edibles
Tuesday, Oct. 5, 6 – 6:45 p.m. - Pensacola Library
There are many edible plants that offer delicious flavors, but how about edibles with a dual purpose as landscape features? Join UF IFAS Escambia Extension to learn about attractive edibles that can be used in all aspects of your landscape, either as permanent features or annual interest. Registration for this event will begin at 5:30 p.m.
Family Story Time at Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Pensacola Library
Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but open to everyone. The second Wednesday of the month is STEAM story time.
One-on-One Tech Help at Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct 6, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct.13, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Pensacola Library
Wednesday, Oct.27, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Pensacola Library
Join us for a 30-minute session where one of our experienced computer technicians can help you better understand the basic and complex functions of your computer needs. To schedule your session please call the computer lab at 850-436-5088.
Crafternoons
Thursday, Oct. 7, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Join us at Pensacola Library for a creative adventure! Crafternoons will be held the first Thursday of each month. Each month we will experiment with a new medium, explore a new theme, learn a new hobby, or construct on old favorite. Whether we are painting, crocheting, constructing faux stained glass, or fashioning unicorn dream catchers, all ages are welcome. All materials provided by the library.
Food Science
Thursday, Oct. 7, 5 – 6 p.m. - Pensacola Library
The Food Science series focuses on food myths, battles and tasty experiments. This month, join us in the STEAM lab to learn how to turn your favorite potato chips into scrumptious mashed potatoes!
Pirate, Monster and Dragon Party
Saturday, Oct. 9, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Do any of your favorite stories have pirates, dragons or monsters in them? Maybe all three? Then all your favorite adventures have come to life in one place! Argh! Rawr! Walk the plank! Crafts and games await you at Pensacola Library. Costumes are optional but encouraged.
Chess Club
Saturday, Oct. 9, 1 – 3 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Saturday, Oct. 9, 1 – 3:30 p.m. – Southwest Library
Saturday, Oct. 23, 1 – 3 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Saturday, Oct. 23, 1 – 3:30 p.m. – Southwest Library
Learn how to play one of the oldest games in the world. Whether you are a beginner or a master chess player, this is a chance to learn new skills, practice your moves and improve your game in a friendly environment. The library will provide all the chessboards and pieces. Every skill level welcome.
Story Time with STEAM
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10:30 – 11 a.m. – Pensacola Library
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 10:30 – 11 a.m. – Southwest Library
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 – 11 a.m. – Century Library
Thursday, Oct. 21, 10:30 – 11 a.m. – Tryon Library
Wednesday, Oct.27, 10:30 – 11 a.m. – Molino Library
Bring your little explorer to your local library for an educational STEAM story time. Story time includes an activity focused in science, technology, engineering, art or math. We look forward to seeing you there!
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Club
Thursday, Oct. 14, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. - Pensacola Library
Need resources? Want to play your favorite game with community friends? Bring your Nintendo Switch and swing by the Pensacola Library the second Thursday of the month. Our staff will meet you on our Library Island. A limited number of Switches will be available for use for those who do not have one of their own or who might want to experience something new!
Roasts and Rhymes
Friday, Oct. 15, 6 – 8 p.m. - Pensacola Library
West Florida Public Libraries presents a spoken word poetry performance and local coffee tasting event! Come out and share your original poetry, short stories and rhymes. Coffee and tea tastings provided by the Solo Caffe.
Local Fire Departments Visit the Library!
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Tryon Library*
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library*
Thursday, Oct. 21, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Southwest Library
Friday, Oct. 22, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Molino Library
Friday, Oct. 22, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Century Library
Join the Escambia County Fire Department, the City of Pensacola Fire Department and West Florida Public Libraries as we celebrate Fire Prevention Month! Our local fire departments are looking forward to seeing you at your local library! *program is occurring in the normal story time slot.
Popular Literary Book Club Discussion: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library
Join us in a discussion of ‘New York Times best-selling author, psychotherapist, and national advice columnist’s hilarious, thought-provoking, and surprising new book that takes us behind the scenes of a therapist’s world—where her patients are looking for answers (and so is she).’
LEGO® Night
Thursday, Oct. 21, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Everyone loves LEGOs! Accept building challenges from our staff or free build your own creation. We will be ready to create with you the third Thursday of every month. Suggested for youth and their families. DUPLO® will be available for younger builders.
Spooktacular Halloween Party
Saturday, Oct. 30, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Pensacola Library will host a spooktacular Halloween party full of creepy games, ghoulish crafts, and other daring feats. Dress in your most ghastly costume and join us for a screaming good time. Suggested for youth and their families.
Friends of Southwest Library One-Day Sidewalk Book Sale
Saturday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. – Southwest Library
We’re holding a special sale! This event is in addition to the regular Friends of the Southwest Branch Library Book Sale. Payment is cash or check only. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Branch Library.
Family Story Time at Southwest Library
Tuesday, Oct. 5, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Southwest Library
Tuesday, Oct. 12, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Southwest Library
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Southwest Library
Tuesday, Oct. 26, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Southwest Library
Join us for exciting stories, songs, and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone. The third Tuesday of every month is STEAM story time.
Coding Stories with Twine
Monday, Oct. 4, 4:30 – 6 p.m. – Southwest Library
Monday, Oct. 18, 4:30 – 6 p.m. – Southwest Library
What if the hero tries to outsmart the dragon instead of charging in? You can write a story that ends both ways! Come learn how to write interactive stories with multiple outcomes with Twine (learn more at twinery.org). Attendees should be comfortable with basic computer use, but no coding experience is required.
One-on-One Tech Help at Southwest Library
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Southwest Library
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Southwest Library
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Southwest Library
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10:30 a.m. – Noon - Southwest Library
Do you need help with using your smartphone? Need to know the basic functions of your personal laptop? Sign up for a 30-minute one-on-one session for any basic computer skills topic. Call 850-453-7780 to sign up for an appointment.
Loopy Loomers
Thursday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Southwest Library
Thursday, Oct. 21, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Southwest Library
Come make a hat! All experience levels welcome. All materials provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Branch Library.
Tabletop Gaming
Friday, Oct. 8, 4 – 6 p.m. – Southwest Library
Friday, Oct. 22, 4 – 6 p.m. – Southwest Library
Games can be fun and challenging to play. Come play some and even learn how to design and make your own! We will try different types, including cooperative and competitive, simple and complex, and more.
Spooky, Silly Paper Dolls
Monday, Oct. 25, 5 – 6 p.m. – Southwest Library
Come make your own paper doll cutouts for spooky or silly decorations. We will use the Silhouette electronic cutting machines to cut paper into different shapes such as pumpkins and cats. Then you can decorate them however you like! All materials provided by the library.
Teen Social
Friday, Oct. 29, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. – Southwest Library
Sometimes it is time for teens only. If you’re a teen, you are invited (everyone else can have the rest of the library for this event). We will provide the snacks and entertainment; you bring your friends and come prepared to make new ones!
What is The Genealogy Library?
Friday, Oct. 1, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Genealogy Library
Participants will learn about the resources available at the Genealogy Library. Following a brief presentation featuring the Library’s book collection, available online resources and other materials, library staff will be available to answer any additional questions for patrons interested in genealogy as well as local history.
Mystery Book Saturdays
Saturday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - Tryon Library
Saturday, Oct. 9, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - Tryon Library
Saturday, Oct. 16, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - Tryon Library
Saturday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - Tryon Library
Saturday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - Tryon Library
Every Saturday in October, we will hide the Mystery Book somewhere in the Children’s collection. The child who finds it gets a trip to the Treasure Chest! One winner every Saturday.
Baby Story Time at Tryon Library
Tuesday, Oct. 5, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Tuesday, Oct. 12, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Tuesday, Oct. 26, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. This program is suggested for babies ages 0 to 2 years and their caregivers but is open to everyone.
Sewing with STEAM for Adults
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. – Noon - Tryon Library
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10 a.m. – Noon - Tryon Library
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m. – Noon - Tryon Library
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. – Noon - Tryon Library
Our STEAM librarian will teach a sewing class and all skill levels are welcome. Learn something new each week.
Master Gardener Program
Thursday, Oct. 7, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. - Tryon Library
Master Gardener Beth Bolles with IFAS Extension Services will present a Winter Gardening talk. Registration begins at 11:30 with the program starting at noon.
Family Story Time at Tryon Library
Thursday, Oct. 7, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Thursday, Oct. 14, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Thursday, Oct. 21, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Thursday, Oct. 28, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Tryon Library
Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but open to everyone. The third Thursday of every month is STEAM story time.
Movies for the Family
Tuesday, Oct. 26, 3 – 4 p.m. - Tryon Library
Hang out, eat popcorn and have fun watching Scared Shrekless followed by Monsters vs. Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins from Outer Space. Both movies total a running time of 55 minutes.
Painted Pumpkin Contest
Saturday, Oct. 2, 1 - 3 p.m. - Century Library
Come to the Century Library, Saturday October 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. for our Fall Festival with STEAM! Join in on the fun and games and paint a pumpkin! Participants can post a picture of their painted pumpkin and tag us on Facebook or Twitter and win a prize!
Family Story Time at Century Library
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Century Library
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Century Library
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Century Library
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Century Library
Join us for exciting stories, songs, and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but open to everyone. The third Wednesday of every month is STEAM story time.
Personalized Hammered Cuff Bracelets
Thursday, Oct. 7, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Century Library
Join us at Century Library as we explore beginning hammering techniques. Patrons will make their very own cuff bracelet with their initials or word of choice. This project is yours to keep!
So Silhouette: Decorate Your Own Fall Tote Bag
Thursday, Oct. 14, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Century Library
Learn about the Silhouette vinyl-cutting machine and create your own heat transfer tote bag! All materials provided by the library.
Circuit Fun: Light Up Cards
Thursday, Oct. 21, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Century Library
Century Library is lighting up October! Come learn about circuits and make a light up card!
Fall Wreath Making
Thursday, Oct. 28, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Century Library
Learn how to make a fabulous fall wreath! We will also learn how to make fabric bows to attach to your festive wreath. All materials supplied by the library.
Fuzzy Pumpkin Crafts
Saturday, Oct. 30, 11 a.m. - Noon - Century Library
Come join us for Fuzzy Pumpkin Fun! We will be making adorable pumpkin crafts and handing out popcorn. Come in costume if you like!
Scavenger Hunt
Oct. 1 – Oct. 30 – Molino Library
Does your child love to go on scavenger hunts? Ask a staff member for a scavenger hunt sheet, find the clues in the children’s section and return the sheet for your very own sticker!
Here’s Looking at You: Guessing Game
Oct. 1 – Oct. 29 – Molino Library
Every day is spooky at the Molino Library! See if you can spot how many eyeballs the ghouls and geists left behind on their last visit to the circulation desk. A special prize will go to the goblin who has the closest guess. See you there! Available during open hours.
Molino Melodies
Tuesday, Oct. 5, 5 – 6 p.m. – Molino Library
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 5 – 6 p.m. – Molino Library
Join us the first and third Tuesday of the month to make sweet, sweet music with the Mountain Dulcimer. Bring your own or try one of ours. See you then!
Family Story Time at Molino Library
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Molino Library
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Molino Library
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Molino Library
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m. - Molino Library
Join us for exciting stories, songs and movement. This program is suggested for children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers but open to everyone. The fourth Wednesday of every month is STEAM story time.
Q-Tip Skeletons
Thursday, Oct. 7, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Molino Library
Spooky scary skeletons! Oh my! Join us at the Molino Library to make and decorate your very own skeleton made of q-tips. All materials provided by the library.
Beaded Pumpkins
Thursday, Oct. 14, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. - Molino Library
Bring your little ghoul over to the Molino library to try our beaded pumpkin craft. These little pumpkins will be the talk of the patch! All materials provided by the library.
Table Top Saturday: Spooky Edition
Saturday, Oct. 16, 10 a.m. - Noon - Molino Library
It is the season for creepy, spooky games! Join us for a session of One Night Ultimate Werewolf and track down the beast, or Fairytale Gloom and see who’s the most miserable character around. See you there!
Young Adult Book Club
Thursday, Oct. 28, 6 - 7 p.m. - Molino Library
This book club is for everyone who loves young adult and teen reads. Join us every fourth Thursday of the month at the Molino Library to discuss a new book! This month we will be reading and discussing The Bone Houses by Emily Lloyd-Jones.
Spooky Walk
Saturday, Oct. 30, 4 – 5:30 p.m. - Molino Library
Can you walk like a mummy? Or flap your arms like a bat? Hop on your broom and zoom over to the Molino Library for their second annual Spooky Walk! Bring your unicorn, pirate or superhero over to canter around the track for no tricks and a couple treats and have a great time!
GED Instruction at Molino Library
Mondays at 6 p.m. - Molino Library
Thursdays at 6 p.m. - Molino Library
Earn your GED at the Molino Community Center. This is an open enrollment program so that students may enroll anytime during the semester. A current TABE test is required to enroll for the classes. Contact Patricia Harrison at George Stone 850-941-6200 ext. 2361 for more information. Class will not be held on Monday, Oct. 11.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Hunter Safety Course
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6 p.m. – Molino Library
All hunters born on or after June 1, 1975 and 16 years old are required to take a hunter safety class to get their hunting license. This class requires completion of the FWC’s free online hunter safety course before attending class. Be sure to bring your certificate of completion for the online course to class. Go to myfwc.com/hunting/safety-education/ to register and take the online course. Contact Paul Averill at (850)982-8070 for more information.
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