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Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month With Us!
Existing Library Card Holders Can Earn a
Limited Edition Manatee Library Tumbler!
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September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and We're Celebrating!
Anyone who signs up for a library card in September will receive a Manatee
Library Tote or water bottle, as supplies allow!
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| Already Have Your Card? Bring a Buddy!
Current cardholders who bring in a friend or adult family member to get their card receive a limited edition Manatee Library tumbler! Your "buddy" will receive their free tote bag or water bottle as well!
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Other Manatee Library News!
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| Introducing Our Newest Library Card, "The Shelves"
In honor of National Library Card Sign-Up Month, we are also launching a new card design! Introducing "The Shelves," designed by our own Madeleine Wiggins from the Rocky Bluff Branch!
The new design gives another option to our Classic, Manatee and Scuba Diver cards, all relaunched last month. All the cards include enhanced features on the back. If you would like to replace your existing card, talk to our staff at any location.
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Remote Printing is Now Available at all Manatee Library Locations!
You can now print your documents from your smartphone and personal computers at the library!
Visit mymanatee.org/remoteprinting
to print from your smart phone or
computer. Your print job(s) will be available 24 hours at ANY Manatee Library branch during open hours.
Learn More>>
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Manatee Library Storytimes Have a New Look!
With the Fall season, we are kicking off a new look for our storytimes! All Manatee Library storytimes will have easy-to-use labels for parents with target ages: baby (0-18 months); toddler (18 months - 3 years); preschool (3+) and family (all ages). All are still welcome to hoin!
We have also expanded the frequency at some locations, and storytimes will typically start at 10am, for ease of planning.
Learn More>>
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Brand New Attraction Pass System Launching!
We have a new Attraction Pass system that will make free tickets with your library card easier than ever before!
You will now be able to book Bishop Museum, Big Cat Habitat, and Florida Railroad Museum passes for a specific date and print the passes yourself! No more holds queues. Click on the link below
to explore!
Learn More >>
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Don't Miss These Events in September!
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Check Out our Teen Art Clubs in September
Many of our branches offer Teen Art Clubs, where teens can meet and create.
Island Branch (Temporary
Tattoos)
September 9 | 1-2pm
South Manatee Branch
September 14 | 6-7pm
Braden River Branch (Coffee & Canvases)
September 23 | 2-4pm
Palmetto Branch (Cookies and Canvas)
September 23 | 1-3pm
Learn More
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AARP Senior Info Classes
Join AARP for these educational seminars to learn about Medicare basics and how to identify and avoid potential scams.
Island Branch (Medicare 101)
September 11 | 11am - 12pm | Adults
Central Library (Fraud Watch)
September 14 | 10-11am | Adults
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Latin Dancing
Join us every Monday at South Manatee Branch Library as we learn different types of Latin Dancing, such as Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and more! Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
South Manatee Branch
Weekly on Mondays | 10-11:30am | Adults
Register Here>>
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Art and History Lecture Series: Edvard Munch and Friends
Enjoy this lecture series where art and history collide! Once a month, enjoy learning about specific artists and artwork in their historical contexts. Sponsored by the Friends of the Braden River Library.
Braden River Branch
September 21 | 1-2:30pm | Adults
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Introducing Our Cupid's Corner Book Club!
Launching this month! An 18+, adults-only book club for romance readers to discuss the genre. Members will choose their own titles based on monthly themes. Let’s bond over our favorite sub-genres, tropes, groveling heroes/heroines, grand gestures, and happily ever afters!
Palmetto Branch Library
September 21 | 6:30-7:30pm | Adults
Learn More>>
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Life Experiences of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community
Do you have a loved one with hearing loss? Are you curious about what it is like to have a cochlear implant? Join us for an awareness event celebrating the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities and find out what struggles and victories they face.
An ASL-certified interpreter will be onsite.
Rocky Bluff Branch
September 23 | 12-2pm | All Ages
Register Here>>
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Intro to Computers 1
Learn the fundamentals of starting off on computers, including what you need, where you start, and what tools are available to help you begin your computer journey.
Central Library
September 26 | 2-3pm | Adults
Register Here>>
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Did You
Know?
Learn More About Your Library!
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| Kids Mart Applications Open!
The 2023 Kids Mart is coming up on November 4! All Manatee County children 12 and under may apply starting September 1 to sell their products at the event!
Example products include home made items, plants, crafts, art, jewelry and more (no food or drink, garage sale items or commercial vendors).
Application forms must be turned in at the Braden River
Branch by October 20. For any questions, please contact Miss Chris at 941-727-6079 or chris.culp@mymanatee.org.
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Amazing Mushrooms
Join UF/IFAS Extension Agent Alyssa Vinson to delve into the marvelous world of mushrooms! We will discuss their biology, identification strategies, cultural significance, and contemporary uses.
Rocky Bluff Branch
September | 2-3pm | Adults
Register Here>>
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Commissioner Town Halls
Manatee County Commissioners Amanda Ballard, Jason Bearden, and George Kruse will host Town Halls this month at our Palmetto, Braden River, and Island Branch Libraries.
Commissioner Ballard Town Hall
Palmetto Branch
September 19 | 7-8:30pm | Adults
Commissioner Bearden Town Hall
Braden River Branch
September 20 | 6-7:30pm | Adults
Commissioner Kruse Town Hall
Island Branch
September 27 | 6-8pm| Adults
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Library Resource Spotlight
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Consumer Reports
Get unbiased ratings and reviews on the value and quality of thousands of goods and services with Consumer Reports. Whether you're
looking for a new car, home appliance, or insurance, Consumer Reports makes everyday decisions easier with product reviews, buying guides, news about the latest money-saving deals, insights from experts, and more.
Start Researching>>
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Flipster
Read popular magazines on your computer or download the app on your smartphone or tablet to read offline, anytime, anywhere. Magazines available include Time, National Geographic, People, Us Weekly, Good Housekeeping, Southern Living, Food Network Magazine, Men’s Health, and many more!
Start Reading >>
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LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning is a valuable resource that provides a way to learn in-demand skills with 16,000+ online self-paced video tutorials taught by industry
experts in business, creative, and technology fields. Get started with your library card, for free! Note: An account with LinkedIn is not required to use the database.
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