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Celebrate a nation of diverse readers!
March 2nd is Read Across America Day! Enjoy the day reading and participating in programs at Manatee County Library. Nationwide libraries promote literacy, encourage the love for reading, and emphasize the importance of books in our lives!
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All Booked Up - Spring Adult Reading Challenge
The Adult Reading Challenge at Manatee County Public Library is back for the Spring! Join us for our Bingo Reading Challenge from March 4th until April 30th. Each completed Bingo counts for an entry for the grand prize drawing on May 10th! Winners will receive a branded tote bag with numerous bookish prizes - stay tuned! Sponsored by the Manatee Library Foundation.
March 4 - April 30
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Rocky Bluff Library presents: Touch a Truck
Join us for this special event where we will celebrate THINGS THAT GO! See, touch, and learn about all our community's different kinds of trucks. Recommended for ages 3 and up!
Saturday, March 2 | 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Easter Events at MCPLS
Looking for an Easter Egg Hunt or other fun activities for your children? Mark your calendar for these family fun upcoming events - no registration required!
Easter Egg Hunt
Little Discovery Center
March 22 | 10AM-12PM
Jellybean Jamboree!
South Manatee Branch
March 28 | 5PM-6PM
Spring Festival & Egg Hunt
Braden River Branch
March 30 | 11AM-12PM
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| All Manatee Library locations will be closed on Friday, March 29th, in observance of Good Friday. The library will reopen on Monday, April 1st.
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Vincent van Gogh: Genius in the Service of Art
Join us as Nick Hauser presents Vincent van Gogh: Genius in the Service of Art! Vincent van Gogh was a Post-Impressionist Dutch painter who only sold one painting while he lived. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library. Lakewood Ranch Branch
Thursday, March 28 |2PM-3:30PM
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A Forgotten People, A Forgotten Place: The Story of Rye
Celebrate Manatee Heritage Days by learning some local history! This presentation will follow the history of Rye, a ghost town in East Manatee County, from its
beginnings in the late 1800s through the present day.
Palmetto Branch
Tuesday, March 19 | 2:30PM-3:30PM
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Rooftop Yoga with SHACK Yoga + Fitness
Join us for rooftop yoga at 10:00 am with yoga instructor Courtenay Smith from SHACK Yoga + Fitness! Please bring a mat and register for this event - we can't wait to see you there!
Lakewood Ranch Branch
Thursday, March 21 | 10AM-11AM
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Creative Aging: Figurative Drawing Series
This class is for those who have attended the beginning drawing class and those with some drawing experience. We will explore figurative art. Class #1 will
focus on learning about drawing from life. Sponsored by Friends of the Island Library.
Island Branch
Wednesday, March 6 | 10AM-12PM
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Sewing Lab with the American Sewing Guild
Drop in with projects, questions, or inspiration for an afternoon with expert volunteers who are happy to assist you on your sewing journey.
Central Library
Tuesday, March 5 | 1PM - 3PM
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Rock Garden Rock Painting
Join local artist volunteer Cheryl to paint beautiful rocks to add to our Island Library Rock Garden! Learn how to get involved in this global kindness project to paint rocks and hide around the community. All materials provided! Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library.
Island Branch
Friday, March 22 |2PM-3:30PM
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Starting with Podcasting
Dive into the basics of podcasting, from coming up with topics to brainstorming to the basics of the various available tools and technology. Take some time to learn and ask questions about how to get started.
Central Library
Saturday, March 9 |10AM-11AM
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Internet and Online Security
In the digital age, where a seemingly infinite amount of information is at our fingertips, it is important to learn skills to keep yourself safe. Learn how to stay secure as you are using your email, navigating the internet, and even as you are sending and receiving calls and text messages.
Central Library
Tuesday, March 12 | 2PM-3PM
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| Movie Night: Dune
Join us in watching Dune (2021) in preparation for the new movie! Popcorn and drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks as well. The movie will start at 5:00 pm and will run for 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Lakewood Ranch Library
Monday, March 4 |5PM-7:30PM
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| Club del Libro: La Amiga Estupenda, de Elena Ferrante
El club del libro se reúne el primer martes de cada mes. En marzo discutiremos “La amiga estupenda” una novela de Elena Ferrante.
Central Library
Tuesday, March 5 | 6PM-7PM
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Aspiring Authors Club for Teens
An informal and casual teen writer’s monthly workshop that allows young people the opportunity to grow both as writers and readers. Teens will participate in fun prompts and exercises, and while sharing is encouraged, it is never mandatory.
The workshop will be led by Teen Librarian Rachel Scharbo, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Writing and Rhetoric.
Braden River Branch
Friday, March 8 | 4:30PM-5:30PM
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Sisters in Crime: Murder & Mysteries in Paradise
From cozy to hard-boiled, from greed to love betrayed, what is it about murder that makes mysteries an enduring reader's favorite? The Braden River Library has put together a panel of talented mystery authors from the Florida Gulf Coast Chapter of Sisters in Crime. Join them in exploring the mystery genre’s search for truth and justice in a world of secrets and lies. No registration is required.
Braden River Branch
Saturday, March 9 | 2PM-5PM
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| Author Talk: Seeing Colors, by Tirena Say
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is a true, turn-around story of how a young woman brought herself back – not just back to a level of normal functioning – but to enjoy a prosperous, joyous, and happy life that anyone would want. Seeing Colors tells you her inspiring story and how you can do it, too!
Palmetto Branch
Saturday, March 9 | 11AM-12PM
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| Coral Reef Science with Mote
Dive into the captivating world of coral reef research with ocean experts from Mote Marine Laboratory. This immersive program explores the science, wonders, and challenges of restoring these fragile ecosystems. We will uncover the latest research, innovative techniques, and successful efforts to save Florida's iconic coral reefs.
Island Branch
Wednesday, March 20 | 2PM-3PM
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| Animal Encounter with Wildlife Inc.
It’s Day 3 of the Rocky Bluff Spring Break Week. Join us for a live animal presentation with Wildlife Inc. and learn about owls, snakes, and tortoises.
Rocky Bluff Branch
Wednesday, March 27 |10AM-11AM
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| Peter Rabbit Tea Party
Enjoy snacks and drinks while we play games, read books, and do crafts, all based on the Peter Rabbit books by Beatrix Potter.
Palmetto Branch
Saturday, March 30 | 10AM-11:30AM
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Edwin Culver Guitar Concert
Edwin Culver
is a Classical Guitarist, composer, and music teacher residing in Sarasota, Florida. He performs recitals, delivers lectures, and composes original works of classical music. See him perform at South Manatee Branch!
South Manatee Branch
Monday, March 25 | 12PM
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| Steel Drum Music Lesson
It’s Day 6 of the Rocky Bluff Spring Break Week. Do you love the sound of the islands? Join us for an interactive music lesson all about steel drums with musician Eric Fountain, who makes his own drums and travels the world playing them.
Rocky Bluff Branch
Saturday, March 30 | 10AM-11AM
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| Planting Seasons
Come join us as we learn about Florida planting seasons from Mack Lessig, of our Extension Service.
South Manatee Branch
Saturday,
March 30 | 2PM-3PM
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Manatee County Commissioner At Large, George Kruse, invites Manatee County residents to join him for discussion and Q&A on topics related to the county.
Island Branch
March 20| 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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