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Summer Showtime: Harold & The Purple Crayon

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Panasoffkee Community Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Panasoffkee Community Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, School Age (6-11), Preschool (0-5)
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Inside of his book, adventurous Harold can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book's pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life.

Twist for Tales

All Day
Pinellas Plaza Library
Library Branch: Pinellas Plaza Library
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Need help deciding what to read next? Twist the handle to get some inspiration for your next read.

Seafood 101

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Belvedere Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Belvedere Library
Room: Conference Room 120
Age Group: General Interest, Adult (19+)
Program Type: Sponsored by Friends of The Villages Library
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Something smells fishy, but it won't be your cooking. Intimidated by seafood? Learn tips and recipes and take the mystery out of this healthy entrėe.

Cast Your Vote

All Day
Pinellas Plaza Library
Library Branch: Pinellas Plaza Library
Room: Programming Space
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Monday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, and then check how your selection compares. 

Cast Your Vote

All Day
E.C. Rowell Library
Library Branch: E.C. Rowell Library
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Monday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, and then check how your selection compares. 

ProKids Magic Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pinellas Plaza Library
Library Branch: Pinellas Plaza Library
Room: Programming Space
Age Group: General Interest, School Age (6-11), Preschool (0-5), Teen (13-18), Adult (19+)
Program Type: Sponsored by Friends of The Villages Library, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Blending magic, fun, and inspiring messages, this educational performance is designed to engage and captivate young minds.

Cast Your Vote

All Day
Panasoffkee Community Library
Library Branch: Panasoffkee Community Library
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Tuesday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, and then check how your selection compares. 

Colorful Escapes

11:00am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Library
Library Branch: Belvedere Library
Room: Conference Room 120
Age Group: General Interest, Adult (19+)
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Coloring isn’t just for kids anymore!

Rock n' Roll, Swing n' Soul

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Panasoffkee Community Library
Library Branch: Panasoffkee Community Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, Teen (13-18), Adult (19+)
Program Type: Sponsored by Friends of The Villages Library
Event Details:

An exciting, multi-media show filled with great music, singing, stories, humor & dancing.

No Registration Required


 

Summer Reading-The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County

2:00pm - 3:00pm
E.C. Rowell Library
Library Branch: E.C. Rowell Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, School Age (6-11), Preschool (0-5), Teen (13-18), Adult (19+)
Program Type: Sponsored by Friends of The Villages Library, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Step back in time and experience the excitement of the California Gold Rush like never before! Through a unique blend of music, folk-art puppetry, and the comic characters.

No Registration Required


 

Cast Your Vote

All Day
Bushnell Library
Library Branch: Bushnell Library
Room: Programming Space
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Wednesday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, and then check how your selection compares. 

Summer Reading-Family Game Day

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Belvedere Library
Library Branch: Belvedere Library
Room: Conference Room 120
Age Group: General Interest, School Age (6-11), Preschool (0-5), Teen (13-18), Adult (19+)
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of classic games, card games, board games, and more—there’s something for everyone! Bring your competitive spirit or just come to have fun and make great memories.

No Registration Required

Twist for Tales

All Day
Pinellas Plaza Library
Library Branch: Pinellas Plaza Library
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Need help deciding what to read next? Twist the handle to get some inspiration for your next read.

The 6888th United States Army Central Postal Directory Battalion

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: General Interest, Adult (19+)
Program Type: Sponsored by Friends of The Villages Library
Event Details:

The 6888th US Army Central Postal Directory Battalion was the only all-black unit of the WAC (Women's Army Corps) to serve overseas during the war. Celebrate the unique and historic contribution of these extraordinary and adventurous wom

Summer Showtime: The Wild Robot

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bushnell Library
Library Branch: Bushnell Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, School Age (6-11), Preschool (0-5)
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

The Wild Robot (rated PG, runtime: 104 minutes)

Cast Your Vote

All Day
Belvedere Library
Library Branch: Belvedere Library
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Friday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, then check how your selection compares. 

Able, Stable & Well

2:00pm - 3:00pm
E.C. Rowell Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: E.C. Rowell Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, Adult (19+)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

A falls prevention program designed to minimize accidental falls, focusing on helping individuals stay safe, strong, and independent.

Summer Reading-Family Game Day

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Panasoffkee Community Library
Library Branch: Panasoffkee Community Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, School Age (6-11), Preschool (0-5), Teen (13-18), Adult (19+)
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of classic games, card games, board games, and more—there’s something for everyone! Bring your competitive spirit or just come to have fun and make great memories.

No Registration Required

 

Cast Your Vote

All Day
Pinellas Plaza Library
Library Branch: Pinellas Plaza Library
Room: Programming Space
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Monday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, and then check how your selection compares. 

Cast Your Vote

All Day
E.C. Rowell Library
Library Branch: E.C. Rowell Library
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Monday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, and then check how your selection compares. 

Cast Your Vote

All Day
Panasoffkee Community Library
Library Branch: Panasoffkee Community Library
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Let us know what you think! Every Tuesday, vote on an interesting question! Use a tally mark to cast your vote, and then check how your selection compares. 

Colorful Escapes

11:00am - 12:00pm
Bushnell Library
Library Branch: Bushnell Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, Adult (19+)
Program Type: Self-Directed
Event Details:

Coloring isn’t just for kids anymore!

The Broken Fife-Local Author Book Presentation

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pinellas Plaza Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pinellas Plaza Library
Room: Conference Room 162
Age Group: General Interest, Adult (19+)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

A compelling and emotionally charged historical novel! The blend of love, war, moral dilemmas, and redemption creates a powerful narrative. The fife serves as a strong symbol throughout— past, identity, and ultimately redemption.

 

Summer Reading-Krafty Kids

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Panasoffkee Community Library
Library Branch: Panasoffkee Community Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: General Interest, School Age (6-11), Preschool (0-5), Teen (13-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Rock painting is not only a fun activity, but also a way to  explore your artistic skills.

No Registration Required