Broward County Library February 2024 Magazine

February 2024

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Month

JULIE VARNER HUNTER

SAMUEL F. MORRISON

INSIDE:

•February’s Flashback •Moonlight Tales •Africana Arts & Humanties Festival

TYRONE BRYANT

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D irector’s

Greetings!

As we go forward this month, we continue celebrating our 50th Anniversary, delighting you with signature events and exciting new programs on this theme.

We’re also celebrating Black History Month.

Black history and culture are always topics of interest, at any time of year. Our library is a treasure trove of remarkable resources, such as the Broward County Library Digital Archives and the AARLCC Special Collection. I can’t begin to describe everything to be discovered there. Find even more exploring our online resources, looking under “African American” or “Black.”

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For those of us who love in-person events, use keywords “Black History” on the BCL events calendar for a host of fabulous programs, including Harmonies of Heritage: Black Excellence in Classical Music, Family Concert with Positively Africa, Celebrate African-American Cooking, Feel the African Fabrics, live storytelling, a drumming workshop for children and so much more.

Don’t take off your party shoes yet – we have one of our most popular signature program coming on February 10, ArtLit 2024! Lauderhill Central Park Library will host this free, popular community celebration of art and literature for all ages. Fans of live music, the visual and spoken arts, or the cultures of Jamaica, Haiti and Trinidad-Tobago will be thrilled.

Another of my favorite signature programs is adult-only and happens on February 23, Moonlight Tales, our outdoor evening soiree. We’re throwing a ‘70s flashback-to-the-past storytelling and music bash for grown-ups, calling it “A Groovy Kinda Night!” Get stoked with the professional storytelling of Antonio Rocha and David Novak, live disco music and complimentary refreshments provided by Friends of the Fort Lauderdale Libraries. It’s all free and makes for a great date night in the lush garden of the Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club,

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adjacent to Main Library. Bring your special someone or the whole gang for a night out under the palm trees and stars.

I’m looking forward to talking with you at the next Director’s Book Club about The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride, an exceptional writer who is one of former President Barack Obama’s favorite authors and one of mine.

James McBride is a former staff writer for The Washington Post, People Magazine and The Boston Globe. His work has also appeared in Essence, Rolling Stone and The New York Times. A musician and composer, he has written for Anita Baker, Grover Washington Jr. and Gary Burton, among others. I’d love to introduce you to his work in this edgy novel about living on the fringes of society, a winner of the National Book Award. Please join me!

It’s no secret that reading is one of my great pleasures in life.

I’ve been a reader since I was a child and I encourage kids to immerse themselves in books.

That said, let me take a moment to remind you how many formats we have besides books. For example, most of the Director’s Book Club selections come in multiple formats. The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store is available in our collection as a book, audio disc, eAudiobook or eBook. If time constraints don’t allow you the luxury of sitting and reading, listening on the go is an option.

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One of the many aspects of The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store that I found satisfying was that it is a novel that makes one think as well as feel. And I love that about our prestigious Scholars Speakers Series as well. Take a look at these wonderful talks underwritten with a prestigious grant from Florida Humanities,

with funds from the National culture to learn about, in Florida Endowment for the Humanities. since the 18th century.

In honor of our 50th Anniversary, we are offering a dozen programs See you at the library! that conclude in May. This month’s offering is Seminole Portraits: Reflections Across Time with Annette B. Fromm, Ph.D., held February 28 at the Southwest BROWARD COUNTY Regional Library. What a great LIBRARY DIRECTOR

Sincerely,

Allison Grubbs

DIRECTOR’S BOOK CLUB 2024 TITLES

Join Broward County Library Director Allison Grubbs discussing thought-provoking books. Read the book or listen to the audiobook, then get together with Allison to talk about it.

MARCH Master, Slave, Husband, Wife​by Ilyon Woo

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store

by James McBride

APRIL: No title/break

This award-winning novel explores the lives and struggles of Black and Jewish residents of the Chicken Hill neighborhood of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, in the 1920s and ‘30s.

MAY The Air Raid Book Club

by Annie Lyons JUNE Burn the Page​

by Danica Roem JULY Demon Copperhead

by Barbara Kingsolver AUGUST: No title/break SEPTEMBER The Wager by David Grann OCTOBER Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon NOVEMBER The Sentence​

by Louise Erdrich DECEMBER: No title/break

​​February 7•2-3PM

African American Research Library and Cultural Center February 12 Noon-1PM, Online February 20 3-4PM Lauderhill Towne Centre Library Broward.org/Library February 2024 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS Director’s Message................................2 Director’s Book Club...............................3 50th Flashback............................................... 10 Black History Month cover story............12 EVENTS BY LOCATION African American Research Library and Cultural Center...............................4 Beach...................................................4 Broward County Library Branch..............6 Carver Ranches....................................6 Century Plaza/Leon Slatin......................7 Dania Beach/Paul DeMaio.......................7 Davie/Cooper City..................................8 Deerfield Beach Percy White...................8 Fort Lauderdale....................................8 Galt Ocean............................................8 Hallandale Beach.............................................9 Hollywood Beach/Bernice P. Oster...........9 Hollywood.............................................9 Imperial Point......................................12 Jan Moran Collier City..........................12 Lauderdale Lakes................................ 14 Lauderhill Central Park........................13 Lauderhill Towne Center.......................15 Main....................................................15 Margate..............................................16 Miramar..............................................16 North Lauderdale Saraniero................. 17 North Regional/Broward College............17 Northwest Branch................................18 Northwest Regional..............................18 Nova/Alvin Sherman.............................19 Pembroke Pines...................................19 Pompano Beach...................................21 Riverland............................................21 South Regional/Broward College........... 22 Southwest Regional............................. 23 Stirling Road....................................................24 Sunrise Dan Pearl............................... 24 Tamarac............................................. 24 Tyrone Bryant..................................... 25 West Regional..................................... 26 Weston............................................... 27 ONLINE EVENTS....................................28 4 February 2024 Broward.org/Library

AFRICAN AMERICAN RESEARCH LIBRARY AND CULTURAL CENTER 2650 SISTRUNK BLVD. FORT LAUDERDALE 33311 954-357-6282

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Excel Essential Training Recorded Video Course February 3 • 10:30AM-Noon Sankofa Book Club: Will by Will Smith February 3 • 1:30-3:30PM Film Screening: Documentary exploring the impact of Bahamian pioneers in South Florida; please call library for title February 3 • 6-9PM Online Searching Tips & Tricks Recorded Video Course February 10 • 10:30AM-Noon Introduction to Email (using Gmail) Recorded Video Course February 24 • 10:30AM-Noon Black History Month Conversation: Grave Matters - South Florida Sacred Burial Ground Reasonins’ February 24 • 2-4PM Cultural Conversations - What the Children Told Us: The Untold Story of the Famous “Doll Test”and the Black Psychologists Who Changed the World February 29 • 6-7:30PM

The Radiant Child - Self Portrait Art with Basquiat: Learn about Haitian/Puerto Rican artist Jean-Michal Basquiat and create a self portrait in his style, tweens/teens February 3, 6-9PM

Special 50th event

Homework Help: Homework assistance for K-12 and first two years of college-level coursework February 5-7, 12-14, 20, 21, 26, 27, 3-5PM

BEACH BRANCH 3250 N.E. 2ND STREET POMPANO BEACH 33362 EVENT DETAILS 954-357-7830

Adul The Fine Art and Craft of Rug Hooking: Workshop, all levels welcome February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 1-4PM Five Decades of Love Songs: Live concert with cabaret singer Jennifer McClain February 2 • 2:30-3:30PM Needlework Circle: Knitting, crocheting and more February 7, 2:30-3:45PM Fine Arts Series Docent Speakers’ Bureau of NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale Lecture: Artists in Love, in celebration of Valentine’s Day February 9 • 2:30-3:30PM Remembering Good Times (1974): Screening of groundbreaking series starring Pompano Beach native Esther Rolle February 16 • 2:30-3:30PM Cinema ‘74: Movies to Celebrate 50 Years of BCL, call library for title February 23 • 2:30-4:15PM Fun and Games: Board games, cards, puzzles and more: choose from our collection or bring your own, all ages February 24 • 2:30-3:45PM Beach Branch Library Book Club: Call library for title February 28 • 2:30-3:30PM

AFRICANA ARTS & HUMANITIES FESTIVAL

Powered by Broward County Library's African American Research Library and Cultural Center

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A RETROSPECTIVE ON 50 YEARS OF BLACK LITERATURE & CULTURE

speakers

March 21 - 23 • 2024 Michael Harriot

Nana Camille Yarbrough

AFRICANAFESTIVAL.BROWARD.ORG

2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311

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BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY BRANCH

(FORMERLY YOUNG AT ART) 751 S.W. 121 AVE. DAVIE 33325 954-357-5437

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Adul Book Club for Adults: Black Candle Women by Diane Marie Brown February 21 • 10:30-11:30AM

Story Time with Miss Gigi, ages 3-5 February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 10:30-11AM Book Adventures with Miss Gigi, ages 6-8 February 6, 20 • 4-5PM Music & Movement: Singing, dancing and fun, ages 2-5 February 7 • 10:30-11AM Chess Club. Ages 6-17 February 13, 27 • 4-5PM Toddler Storytime, ages 18-36 months February 14, 28 • 10:30-11:30AM

CARVER RANCHES 4735 S.W. 18 STREET WEST PARK 33023 954-357-6245

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Black History Month Trivia: Community trivia night honoring the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout history; enjoy music and hors d’oeuvres, all ages February 21 • 6-7:30PM Book Club for Adults: Worthy by Jada Pinkett Smith February 26 • 6:30-7:30PM 6 February 2024 Broward.org/Library

Build & Learn: Practice engineering principles with blocks, LEGOs and more, ages 6-11 February 3 • 2-3PM Free Play Extravaganza, ages 3-5 February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 10:30AMNoon Chess For Kids and Teens: Learn and/ or practice, ages 6-18 February 5 • 6-7PM

Toddler Storytime, ages up to 3 years with parent/caregiver February 6: Black History Month Special, 13, 20, 27, 10:30-11AM Dominoes Social: Play dominoes and have fun, ages 8 and up February 12 • 6-7PM After School Friendship Craft for Kids February 14, 4-5PM STEAM & Discover: Explore exciting science topics, ages 6-11 February 24 • 2-3PM

NEED HOMEWORK HELP? Live Online Tutoring • Writing Lab Learning Resources

Arts and Crafts for Adults with Christine February 8 • 2:30-4PM

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DANIA BEACH PAUL DEMAIO

1856A W. HILLSBORO BLVD. DEERFIELD BEACH 33442 954-357-7740 EVENT DETAILS

1 PARK AVE. EAST DANIA BEACH 33004 954-357-7073

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Chess Club: Casual play for all levels Teens welcome February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 2:30-5:30PM

Afternoon Social for Seniors: Drop in, meet others, play games and relax February 1, 15 • 2-3PM

Fine Arts Series Docent Speakers’ Bureau of NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale Lecture: Exploring the Diversity of Jewish Artistry February 5 • 1-2:30PM

Beatles Yoga: Gentle yoga for all levels with a Beatles soundtrack February 1, 15 • 6:30-7:30PM

English Cafe: Conversational practice class for English learners February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 2-3PM

English Cafe Intermediate: Improve your English speaking/conversational skills February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 1-2PM

Socrates Cafe: Group discussion of philosophical, ethical and moral issues February 9, 23, 10:30AM-Noon Novel Ideas Book Discussion: Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano February 12 • 1:30-2:30PM The Katz Family of Fort Lauderdale: Learn about the successful Katz family, early Jewish residents of Fort Lauderdale February 26 • 1:30-2:30PM

Homework Assistance, grades 1-5 February 5, 6, 12, 13, 20, 26, 27, 3:305:30PM

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Chair Yoga February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 11AM-Noon

Meditation February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 10:30-11:30AM Ageless Grace: Brain/body fitness class February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 1-2PM Coffee and Conversation with a Librarian: Informal discussion of government services February 7, 21 • 10:30-11:30AM

Broward County Property Appraiser Outreach: Homeowner signup for Homestead, Senior, and other property tax exemptions February 13 • 2:30- 4:30PM Film Flashbacks: Celebrate 50 years of films with movies from different decades Teens welcome

February 22 • 5:30-7:30PM

Storytime, toddlers/preschoolers February 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:3011:30AM SAT/ACT Workshops February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 4:30-5:30PM Teens Read: Let’s talk about critically acclaimed YA books February 22, 4-5PM Kids Create with Charlene BCL 50th Anniversary Edition February 26 • 4-5:30PM

Check out a FREE movie tonight!

Preschool Storytime: Songs, dance, stories and craft, ages 3-5 February 13, 20, 27 • 10:30-11:30AM Wags & Tales: Practice reading aloud with Gilligan the therapy dog, ages 5-9 February 21 • 4-5PM

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DAVIE/COOPER CITY

FORT LAUDERDALE

4600 S.W. 82ND AVE. DAVIE 33328 954-357-6399

1300 E. SUNRISE BLVD. FORT LAUDERDALE 33304 954-357-7890 EVENT DETAILS

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Broward County Property Appraiser Book Club: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett February 29 • 2-3PM Outreach: Learn about and sign up for Homestead, veterans, disabled, senior and other property tax exemptions February 2 • 1-2:30PM Black History Month Storytime, English Cafe Intermediate ages 1-3 February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10:30-11:30AM February 21 • 10:30-11AM Ageless Grace: Brain/body fitness class February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 11AM-Noon

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Medicare 101: Learn how to enroll, understand the ABCs and fill the gaps in your plan February 13 • 12:15-1:15PM

3403 GALT OCEAN DR. FORT LAUDERDALE 33308 954-357-7840 EVENT DETAILS

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Radtastic 1980s Film Series: Please call library for title February 20 • 5-7PM

Librarian’s Movie Pick: Call library for title Teens welcome February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 5-7PM

Davie-Cooper City Book Club: Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult February 15 • 2-3PM

Clean Air Calendar Poster Contest: Learn how to enter and have your art featured on the next “Clean Air” calendar/poster February 7 • 3:30-4:30PM Family Storytime, ages 2-5 February 8 • 10:30-11AM

DEERFIELD BEACH PERCY WHITE 837 E. HILLSBORO BLVD. DEERFIELD BEACH 33441 954-357-7680

CLOSED FOR REPAIRS.

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Coffee and Conversation with a Librarian: Informal discussion of government services February 6, 20 • 1-2PM NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale Fine Arts Lecture Series: French Impressionists You May Not Know February 8 • 1-2PM Open Mic-Style Performance Workshop (Online and In-Person) February 10 • 2-3PM

Family Storytime: Books from the 1970s in celebration of BCL’s 50th February 27 • 4:30-5:30PM

Special 50th event

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HALLANDALE BEACH 300 S. FEDERAL HIGHWAY HALLANDALE 33009 954-357-6380 EVENT DETAILS

Adul Friday Movie Matinee - 50th Anniversary: Call library for title February 2 • 1-3PM U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Test Practice/Review Class February 3, 10, 17, 23 • Noon-2PM English Cafe Beginners February 5, 12, 26 • 2-3PM Harmonies of Heritage: Black Excellence in Classical Music February 6 • 3:15-4:30PM Chair Yoga with instructor Mary Serfaty February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 2-3PM English Cafe Intermediate February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 2-3:30PM Crafty Designs for Families February 12 • 4-5PM

Hallandale Book Club 50th Anniversary Retro Edition: A Deadly Affair by Agatha Christie February 16 • 2-3PM

Sunshine Toddlers Storytime: Black History Month Special February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:30-11AM

HOLLYWOOD BEACH BERNICE P. OSTER 1301 S OCEAN DRIVE HOLLYWOOD, FL 33019 954-357-4798

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Mobile Device Help: Learn how to use your favorite library apps on your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your smart device fully charged; online registration is recommended February 6, 13, 20, 27 • Noon-1PM

HOLLYWOOD 2600 HOLLYWOOD BLVD. HOLLYWOOD 33020 954-357-7760

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Chess Club - El Club de Ajedrez: Come play chess with others. Ven a jugar ajedrez con otros.

February 10, 24 • 3:30-4:30PM Retro Banned Book Club: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald Teens welcome February 12 • 6-7PM Celebrate the 70’s with Graffiti Art: Learn about and make graffiti with artist Benjamin Sugarman, all ages welcome February 17 • 1:30-4:30PM Bonding with Books: Discuss recent reads or old favorites February 28 • 10:30AM-12:30PM

Flashback Book Club: Reading through the Decades February 26 • 2-3PM

2 PODCASTS, DOUBLE THE FUN! We’ve launched podcasts of two popular online programs, Tech Talk Weekly and Creation Station Monthly!

Explore timely topics and fascinating guests with host Bob Anstett.

You can now enjoy the shows live or on-demand.

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IMPERIAL POINT 5985 N. FEDERAL HIGHWAY FORT LAUDERDALE 33308 954-357-6530 EVENT DETAILS

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CC Voices Live Open Mic Night: A 1970’s Music Showcase, featuring songs, music, spoken-word, poetry, comedy and dance February 7 • 6-8PM

JAN MORAN COLLIER CITY 2800 N.W. 9 COURT POMPANO BEACH 33069 954-357-7670

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Origami, Coloring, Puzzles and Crafts, all ages February 1, 15, 24 • 3-4PM

Introduction to Computers: Learn the basic operations of a desktop computer February 5, 26 • 6-7PM

Coffee and Conversation with a Librarian: Informal discussion of government services February 6, 20 • 2:30-3:30PM

Afterschool Homework Help, kids/ teens February 1, 2, 5-9, 12-16, 20-23, 2629, 2-4PM Storytime with Yasmin February 5, 12, 26 • 3-4PM

Did You Hear the News?

Imperial Point Book Club: Please call library for title February 20 • 1-2PM Finger Painting/Sketching/Coloring February 29 • 3-4PM

You have free access to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post from your computer, tablet or phone.

Preschool Storytime, ages 3-5 February 5, 12, 26 • 10:30-11:30AM Chess Club, ages 5-18+ February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 4:30-7:30PM Teen & Tween Time: Relax with board games, puzzles, origami, 3Doodler create +, studio station and more, ages 12-17 February 8 • 3-4PM

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cover story Broward County Library (BCL) has always been a diverse, multicultural institution. All cultures, races, and nationalities are represented in the staff and leadership, making us that much stronger and more relatable to the people we serve.

The cover of this issue of Library Magazine honors three pioneering African American leaders from BCL’s 50-year history.

In addition to being outstanding library leaders, Samuel F. Morrison, Tyrone Bryant and Julie Varner Hunter were vigorous proponents of human rights and active in the Civil Rights Movement. Their commitment to social justice remains a part of the fabric of BCL and an enduring aspect of their legacies.

SAMUEL F. MORRISON joined BCL in 1974 as assistant director and served as deputy director from 1976-1987, when BCL grew from two branches to 25 branches. Following a directorship in the Chicago Public Library’s Harold Washington Library Center, he returned to BCL as director and worked in that position until his retirement in 2003.

Under his leadership, BCL was awarded Library of the Year in 1996 and grew to 38 branches.

During his tenure as director, Mr. Morrison envisioned, fundraised and established the African American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC), presiding over its grand opening in October 2002. He remains an active and beloved supporter of BCL and AARLCC.

TYRONE BRYANT (d.1988) served as BCL assistant director for special services and as the head of its Library-in-Action program, an outreach service for minority neighborhoods, which Mr. Bryant established in Broward County in 1976. By his efforts in galvanizing the community and convincing residents to use federal funds for libraries, Library-In-Action branches were created in Collier City, Carver Ranches, Rock Island, Dania and at the Von D. Mizell Multi-Purpose Center in Fort Lauderdale. Mr. Bryant added the Homework Assistance Program, bookmobile and books-bymail projects as well as the “Footmobile” service where Mr. Bryant and his staff went door-to-door promoting the library, delivering books and campaigning for literacy.

JULIE VARNER HUNTER (d. 2022) came to BCL in 2002 to serve as executive director of the newly opened African American Research Library and Cultural Center.

Among her achievements there were coordinating the Ashley Bryan Art Series Conference and the acquisition of archival collections such as the Esther Rolle Collection in 2005. Ms. Hunter went on to become BCL’s Associate Director for Public Service; she was promoted to BCL Associate Director in 2007 and then to BCL Assistant Library Director, a post she occupied until her retirement in 2013. Ms. Hunter received the Florida Library Association’s 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award in honor of her many accomplishments as a 47-year esteemed library professional.

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LAUDERDALE LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY/ EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL CENTER 3580 W. OAKLAND PARK BLVD. LAUDERDALE LAKES 33311 954-357-8650

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Adul Computer Literacy for Windows 10 Recorded Video Course February 6 • 5:30-7PM Become Healthier this Black History Month: Tips for living a healthy lifestyle February 8 • 6-7PM

Friends of the Library Book Club: Call library for title February 15 • 12:30-1:30PM

Gmail Essential Training: Computer Training with LinkedIn Learning February 27 • 5:30-7PM

Celebrate African American Cooking this Black History Month, presented by Beverly Williams, “The Veggie Lady” February 15 • 6-7PM

African Americans - Hot Topics, presented by community activist Levoyd Williams February 29 • 6-7PM

Feel African Fabrics, Create and Embrace African Culture, in celebration of Black History Month Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs and February 22 • 6-7PM fun activities, ages 3-6 Under African Skies: Live storytelling February 21 • 10:30-11AM with Antonio Rocha February 24 • 11AM-Noon Jewelry Making Workshop, with jewelry designer Patricia Mora February 24 • 2-4PM

Free entertainment from internationally renown storytellers. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

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LAUDERHILL CENTRAL PARK 3810 N.W. 11 PLACE LAUDERHILL 33311 954-357-7833

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Adul Resume Assistance, by appointment only. Please call library for details February 5 • 6-7:30PM Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance: Please call 954-357-7833 for details February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10AM-2PM

Computer Literacy for Windows 10 February 21 • 1-2PM

Homework Help, walk-ins welcome, grades K-12 February 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 22, 26, 29 3:30-5:30PM Bedtime Stories Celebrates Valentine’s Day! February 13 • 6:30-7:30PM

MAIN 100 S. ANDREWS AVE. FORT LAUDERDALE 33301 954-357-7444 EVENT DETAILS

February 21 • 6:30-7:30PM Exploring Digital Special Collections February 22 • 3:30-5PM Moonlight Tales: A Groovy Night! Live Storytelling & Music Under the Stars February 23 • 7:30-9PM

Baby Lapsit February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:30-11AM Toddler Storytime, ages 18-36 months February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 11:30AM-Noon Music & Movement, ages 18 months/up to 5 years February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 10:30-11AM

ArtLit 2024: A Celebration of Art, Culture and Stories that Connect Us: Celebrate the rich Caribbean cultures of Lauderhill, including Jamaica, Trinidad-Tobago and Haiti, all ages February 10 • 10:30AM-3PM

Adul English Cafe Intermediate February 1 • 3:30-4:30PM

Chess Club, all ages/families February 10 • 11AM-Noon

English Cafe Beginner: Practice English conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation February 24 • 10-11AM

Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:30AM2:30PM February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 11AM-3PM

Valentine’s Day Craft, all ages/families February 14 • 2:30-3:30PM

LAUDERHILL TOWNE CENTRE 6399 W. OAKLAND PARK BLVD. LAUDERHILL 33313 954-357-6406

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Crochet for a Cause: All levels welcome; supplies provided or BYO February 5, 26 • 6-7:30PM Job Prep: One-on-one help with applications, resumes, cover letter or interview prep February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 1-4PM

Free E-Cookbooks from Broward County Library: Explore digital entertainment options February 5 • 6:30-7:30PM El Club Español: Conversational Spanish practice, intermediate level and up February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 6-7:30PM

Storytime: Celebrate the Lunar New Year February 6 • 10:30-11AM

Black History is No Mystery with Dr. Kim Harris: Learn with stories, songs, and chants, toddlers/preschoolers February 15 • 11:30AM-12:15PM Intro to the Teen Studio: Unleash your creativity and ideas, ages 13-19 February 15 • 3-3:30PM Black History Bingo, tweens February 24 • 2-2:45PM

Coffee and Conversation: Informal discussion of government services February 8, 29 • 2:30-3:30PM Play and Sing-Along Hour with Florida Ukulele Network (FUN) Teens welcome February 12 • 6:30-7:30PM

Memoir Writing Workshop, with Anita Mitchell Broward County Property Appraiser February 12, 26 • 1-3:30PM Outreach - Learn about & sign up for property tax exemptions.

African American History February 8 • 3-4:30PM Resources Online: Explore free databases Broward.org/Library February 2024 15

MARGATE CATHARINE YOUNG BRANCH 5810 PARK DR. MARGATE 33063 954-357-7500

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2050 CIVIC CENTER PLACE MIRAMAR 33025 954-357-8090

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Tai Chi February 1, 7, 8, 12, 15 • 12:30-1:30PM Black History Month Movie Marathon, all ages February 8, 15, 22 • 3-5PM

MIRAMAR BRANCH LIBRARY AND EDUCATION CENTER

Adul Adult Coloring February 3 • 11AM-12:30PM

Writer’s Club: Read, listen and discuss the Food Smart with Leah’s Pantry: Learn written word February 5 • 10:30AM-12:30PM how to eat smart and healthy

February 13, 27 • 1-2PM

Preschool Storytime Fun: Stories, songs and crafts, ages 3-5 with caregiver February 6, 20 • 10:15-11:15AM

Local Vendor Craft Sale: Hand-crafted, cultural, artistic items to give or keep February 10 • Noon-5PM

Black History Month Movie: Please call library for title Teens welcome February 17 • 3-5:30PM Miramar Book Club Black History Month Book Discussion: The Color Purple by Alice Walker February 24 • 11AM-12:30PM

Get Ready for Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 2-5 February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:30-11AM

Crafty Kids: Make a Valentine’s Day gift, ages 5 and up Broward County Property Appraiser February 10 • Noon-1PM Outreach: Learn about and sign up for Pet Rock Painting: Craft like it’s 1974 Homestead, veterans, disabled, senior and in this special BCL 50th anniversary event, ages other property tax exemptions 5 and up February 12 • 11:30AM-1PM February 17 • Noon-1PM

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Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance February 13, 14, 26-28 1:30-6PM

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NORTH LAUDERDALE SARANIERO BRANCH 6901 KIMBERLY BLVD. NORTH LAUDERDALE 33068 954-357-6660

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NORTH REGIONAL/ BROWARD COLLEGE LIBRARY 1100 COCONUT CREEK BLVD. COCONUT CREEK 33066 954-201-2600

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Adul Beginners English Cafe: Practice English vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar February 5 • 6:30-7:30PM Jewelry Making for Adults February 12 • 6-7PM Color Me Calm Adult Coloring Club February 26 • 6-7PM

Storytime: Stories, songs and fun, ages 2-6 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:3011:15AM STEM Fun: Build! Create! Investigate! Ages 7-11 February 7, 21 • 3-4PM Family Movie Matinee: Free popcorn and a showing of a hit animated movie; call library for title February 24 • 2-4PM

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Ageless Grace February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 1-2PM Come Together Acoustic Guitar Cafe: Curated acoustic music open mic/jam February 3 • 2-5PM

Chess Club: Casual play for all levels February 28 • 2-3PM Author Talk: Ray Anderson discusses his latest book, LIFT: The Rise of M-L-M Teens welcome February 28 • 4-5PM Black History Month Movie & Discussion: Please call library for title February 29 • 3-4:30PM

Story Time: ages 2-5 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:3011:15AM

Craft and Chat February 5, 12, 26 • 2-4PM

After School Fun: Story and craft, grades K-2 February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 4-4:30PM

English Cafe Beginner: Conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation February 5, 12, 26 • 5-6:30PM

Construction Zone: Use our blocks and plastic bricks to build with friends, ages 3-11 February 10 • 11AM-Noon

The Battle of Brooklyn: Explore the largest battle of the American Revolutionary War in this presentation by Barry Singer February 15 • 2-3PM

Celebrate “Pal”-entine’s Day: Celebrate the joy of friendship by making pins/bracelets gifts, teens February 12 • 5:30-6:30PM

In Their Shoes: Teen dating violence awareness workshop February 21 • 5-6:30PM

Wags & Tales: Practice reading aloud with Zoe the therapy dog, ages 5-11 February 17 • 2-3PM

Fifth Annual “Tell Your Story: It’s Your Write! Writers and readers come together for a day of workshops, presentations and panels.

February 24 • 10:30AM-5:30PM

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Chalk for Love on Valentines Day: English Cafe: Practice English Help us create 50 chalk anniversary card for conversation, vocabulary and pronunciation BCL Beginner, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, February 14 • 3-4PM 5-6:30PM Intermediate, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 5-6:30PM All Levels, February 6, 13, 20, 27, 5-6:30PM Tai Chi Class February 2, 16 • 12:30-1:30PM February 8, 22 • 4:30-5:30PM Meditation with Dr. Hansa Dinanath February 3 • 11AM-12:30PM U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Test/Interview Preparation Class February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 5-6:30PM The Garden Club of Coral Springs: Learn to grow and maintain beautiful Meet the Computer: Basic computer class landscapes February 21 • 6:30-7:30PM February 8 • 11:30AM-1:30PM

Snap Circuits: Learn electronics and circuitry basics February 3, 17 • 3-4PM Chess Club: Casual practice or play, ages 5-18 February 8, 22 • 3-4PM

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Gentle Yoga for Beginners February 9, 23 • 11AM-Noon February 14, 28 • 4:30-5:30PM Book Warriors Book Club: What You Are Looking for Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama February 13 • 5:30-6:30PM Introduction to the Internet February 14, 28 • 1-3PM

Learn the Tarot Monthly Class February 24 • Noon-1PM Chess Club: Casual play for all levels and ages February 26 • 4-5:30PM

Afterschool Teen hang-out in the Living Room: Video games, entertainment and space to chill or engage February 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29 • 2:30-4PM Baby Lapsit Story Time, ages birth to 18 months February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 11-11:30AM Toddler Storytime, ages 1-3 with caregiver February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10:30-11:15AM Construction Zone: Educational crafting, puzzles, games and activities February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 11:15-11:40AM Math and Reading Tutoring Program February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 3-5PM Valentine’s Day Craft with the Coral Springs Woman’s Club, ages 3-17 February 8 • 3-4:30PM Black History Month Celebration with Positively Africa: Folktales, music and dance February 17 • 11AM-Noon Sensational Sensory Space: Engage your senses through tactile book exploration, soothing ambient sounds, aromatic scents, and other interactive toys, all ages February 26 • 4-4:45PM

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Adul Spanish Film Series: View Spanish and Latin American cinema rarely seen in North America February 1 • 6-8:30PM February 4, 11 • 2-4PM Genealogical Society of Broward County Open Lab and Presentation February 4, Open Lab, Noon-1:15PM; Presentation: Genetics and Genealogy: Creating a Family History Narrative, 2-3PM

Teen Movie Double Feature and Crafts February 1 • 1-5PM Little Minnows Storytime: Books, songs and activities February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 9:3010:15AM or 10:30-11:15AM Teen Anime Afternoons February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 4:30-6PM Dungeons and Dragons for Teens: Beginner/experienced players welcome February 3, 17 • 1:30-3:30PM

Teen Volunteer Orientation February 8 • 5-6PM

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Miss Tracy Sings: Music and Movement February 11 • 3-3:45PM Build It! Make It! Play It: Drop in for hands-on fun and activities February 12 • 4-4:45PM Family Concert with Positively Africa: Songs, dances and personal stories from the Luo and Zigua tribes of Africa February 13 • 10-10:30AM Stories & STEAM: Enjoy read-alouds of science-themed books and participate in hands-on activities to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math February 13 • 10-10:30AM Preschool Science: Simple, hands-on science lessons, ages 4-5 February 13 • 10:30-11:15AM Teen Maker: Explore the connection between arts and sciences February 15 • 5-6PM STEM for Tweens: Secret Agents: Apply math and science skills to solve puzzles and decode messages February 19 • 4-5PM

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Adul English Cafe Practice & improve your conversational English February 5, 12, 26 • 1-2PM AARP Smart Drive Classroom Course February 7 • 9AM-4PM Craft: Make a diamond art bookmark February 27 • 11AM-12:30PM

Storytime, ages 2-5 with caregiver February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10:30-11:15AM Pokemon Madness Craft February 3 • Noon-1:30PM Teen Hour February 5, 12, 26 • 3:30-4:30PM LEGO Night February 7, 21 • 4:30-6PM Open Play Hour, ages 1-5 February 13 • 10-11AM

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Sharkey’s Storytime: Books, songs and activities February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 9:30-10:15AM or 10:30-11:15AM

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POMPANO BEACH LIBRARY AND CULTURAL CENTER 50 W. ATLANTIC BLVD. POMPANO BEACH 33060 954-357-7595

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Adul A Matter of Balance: Practical strategies to manage falls and increase activity February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 12:30-2PM Three-Stage Breath Meditation Class February 6 • 6-7PM West African Dance Class with T.M. Pride: Learn traditional West African movements with a fusion of island vibes Teens welcome February 10 • 11AM-12:30PM How to Prevent Burnout February 13, 2:30-3:30PM Daddy and Daughter Dance Class with T.M. Pride February 13 • 3-4PM

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Adul Spanish for Beginners Teens welcome February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 6-7PM English Cafe/U.S. Citizenship Help • English Cafe: Practice English conversation, vocabulary and pronunciation February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 11:30AM-1PM • U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 1-2PM

Black History Month Presentation: Unlock the Secrets of MLK’s Vision: An Evening with Dr. Terriel R. Byrd February 27 • 4:30-5:30PM

Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs, activities and a craft, ages 2-5 February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 11-11:45AM Make a Valentine’s Day Bracelet February 14 • 4-5PM Black History Month Expressions Jigsaw-Puzzle Face-off: Learn about noted African Americans, compete by completing puzzles that tell their stories; prizes for winners February 15, 21 • 4-5PM

Computer Basics • 5:30-7PM Teens welcome February 5: Session 1 – Text basics February 12: Session 2 – Line and paragraph spacing February 26: Session 3 – Page layout and printing

Tai Chi 4 Your Health: Every Friday through April 2nd February 13, 20, 27 • 5:30-7:30PM Pompano Quilters: Bring your quilt and have fun February 16 • 10AM-Noon Financial Assistance with SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders): Overview of two financial assistance programs that help to reduce the cost of Medicare Part B and prescription costs February 20 • 1-2PM

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Family Storytime, ages 2-5 February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 10:30-11AM

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Hip Hop Dance Class All ages welcome February 17 • 4-5:30PM Poetry Club: Share, craft and improve your poetry with likeminded poetry enthusiasts February 20 • 6:30-7:30PM

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Adul Lo-Fi Craft Hour: Wilt-Free Felt Flowers: Spend a mindful hour with us listening to music and creating felt flowers February 1 • 3-4PM Music from the Disney Movies of the 1990s, with the Broward College Jazz Trombone Section, all ages/families February 4 • 11AM-1PM

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Toddler Time: Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 18 months-3 years February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 11-11:30AM Builder’s Club February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 3-4PM Crafty Kids, ages 5-11 February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 4-4:45PM SAT/ACT Workshops: Prepare for 2/10 ACT with this five-session series, grades 10-12 February 3 • Noon-2PM February 7 • 5:30-7:30PM

Magic the Gathering Casual Commander Sunday: Do you play or want Toddler Free Play, 12-36 months February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 11AM-Noon to learn?

February 4, 18 • 2-5PM Games & Gaming: Video and board games, ages 12-18 English Cafe Intermediate: Practice February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 2-3PM listening, speaking and reading skills in a safe and judgment free environment Twilight Tales Family Storytime February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 6-7PM February 5, 12, 26 • 6-6:30PM Bingo for Books: Play to win with books Story Time Fun, ages 3-6 as the prizes February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 3-3:30PM All ages welcome February 11 • 2-3PM

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Broward County Library Hosts Free Scholars Speakers Series Engaging discussions at various branches from January to May 2024 Join us for a free series of twelve programs on socially important and compelling topics from January to May 2024, to be held at various library locations around the county and online.

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Adul *Chair Yoga with instructor Leigh Ann Russo February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • Noon-1PM Off the Hook: Knitting and Crochet Group: Bring in your projects February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • Noon-2PM *Adult Coloring February 2, 9, 23 • 11AM-noon Let’s Learn American Sign Language (ASL), six-week class series February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 10:30-11:30AM U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Course February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 10:30AM12:30PM Let’s Dance: Learn Bachata, swing, and tango February 3, 10, 27 • 2-3PM Introduction to Word I & II: Two-part class; must attend both sessions February 3, 17 • 11AM-12:30PM *Ageless Grace: Seated Neuroplasticity Exercises February 5, 12, 26 • Noon-1PM Literacy Basics for the U.S. Citizenship Test February 5, 12, 26 • 6-7:30PM English Cafe Intermediate February 5, 12, 26: Practice intermediate English conversation and reading, 10:30AMNoon February 6, 13, 20, 27: Focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar, 10:30AM-Noon

*Get Crafty: Heart Art February 6 • 5-5:45PM or 6:307:15PM *A Matter of Balance: Learn to prevent and manage falls February 6, 27 • 12:30-2:30PM U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Course: Everything you need to know to pass your interview and test February 6, 7, 14, 20, 21, 27 28, 6-7:30PM

Teen Time: Hang out in Teen Lounge, watch a movie, relax, play board games, middle/high school students February 1, 2, 5, 6-9, 12-16, 20-22, 26-29 • 2-4:30PM Baby & Me Storytime, ages 6 weeks until walking February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:4511:15AM

English Cafe Beginner/ Intermediate: Practice English conversation, vocabulary and pronunciation February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10:30AMNoon

Math & Logic Games, families/all ages February 3 • Noon-1PM

West Pines Toastmasters February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 6:30-7:45PM

Little BIG Readers Preschool Storytime, ages 3-5 February 5, 12, 26 • 10:30-11AM

Create Beautiful Embossed Greeting Cards February 10 • 1-3PM United States Citizenship Swearing-in Ceremony: Presented by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Office February 16 • 10:30-11:30AM Let’s Talk About Books: Such a Fun Age

by Kiley Reid, in celebration of Black History Month February 20 • 10:30-11:30AM Computer Basics February 27, 6-6:45PM

Teen Advisory Group Monthly Meeting, grades 6-12 February 5 • 5-6:30PM

Family Storytime: Activities and stories, all ages February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 6-6:30PM Toddler Storytime, ages 12-35 months February 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30-11AM or 11:15-11:45AM Let’s Build: Practice engineering principles with building challenges, ages 6-12 February 10 • 2-3PM SAT/ACT Workshops February 12, 14, 26, 28, 5:30-7PM, grades 10-12 Chess Club February 17 • 2-3PM

United States Citizenship and Naturalization 101: Learn about the citizenship process with Berta Cassidy, Community Relations Officer, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services February 27 • 6-7:30PM

Wags & Tales: Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a gentle pet therapy dog, ages 5-12 February 24 • 10:30-11:30AM

Scholar Speaker Series: Seminole Portraits - Reflections Across Time; Folklorist Annette Fromm discusses the rich history and continued vitality of the Florida Seminole February 28 • 5-6PM

Teen Book Discussion: Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert February 29 • 5-6PM

Teen/Tween DIY: Lunar New Year craft, ages 9-18 February 24 • 2-3:30PM

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Ageless Grace Brain/Body Fitness Class February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 2-3PM English Cafe Beginner: Practice English conversation, vocabulary and pronunciation February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 6-7:30PM Chair Yoga February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 2-3PM The First African American Cemetery in Broward: Roberto Fernandez discusses Woodland Park February 11 • 1-3PM

Anime at Sunrise: Where Anime Fans Unite, ages 12 and up February 5, 12, 26 • 4-6PM

Love & Adventure Films Series: Call for titles, all ages welcome February 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 Wed. and Thurs. at Noon (end times vary)

Monday Matinee: Call library for title February 12, 26 • 12:30-3:30PM Short StoryDiscussion Group: Evermore by Julian Barnes and In Amalfi by Ann Beattie, February 20 • 1:30-3PM

Mind & Soul Meditation Introductory Course, final two classes in five-session series February 6, 13 • 1-2:30PM

Book Discussion with Lynda Levin: The Violin Conspiracy by Brenda Slocumb February 27 • 1:30-3PM

English Cafe Beginners: Practice English conversation, vocabulary and pronunciation February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 6-7:30PM

Preschool Storytime: Stories, literacy skills practice and play, ages 1-3 February 5, 12, 26 • 10:30-11:15AM Family Storytime, all ages February 18, 25 • 11-11:45AM

Ageless Grace Brain/Body Fitness Class with instructor Elizabeth Veras February 8, 22 • 10:30-11:30AM Party Like it’s 1974! 70’s Karaoke February 17 • 1-3PM

Preschool Storytime February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:30-11AM

Create Your Own Pogs: Roll back into Game Night: Play PS5, Nintendo Switch and the 1990s and express your creativity with pogs, board games, all ages all ages/families February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 4-5:45PM February 21 • 6-7PM February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 4-7:30PM Japanese Anime & Manga Drawing February 6, 13, 27 • 4-6PM Workshop, teens February 28 • 6:30-7:30PM 24 February 2024 Broward.org/Library

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U. S. Citizenship and Naturalization Course: Prepare for interview and test February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 10:30AM12:30PM Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance: Call 957-546-0570 or go to AARP.org/findtaxhelp to make an appointment February 5, 12, 26 • 10:15AM-2:15PM

Toddler Storytime, ages 1-3 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 11-11:45AM

Pajama Storytime February 14 • 6-6:30PM

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Family Coloring February 1 • 5-6PM English Cafe Beginner: Practice English conversation skills February 3, 10, 17, 24 • Noon-1:30PM Family Bingo Night February 23 • 5-6PM

Bilingual Story Time 4 Kids February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 2-3:30PM Stay & Play: Early literacy story/playtime, ages 2 and up February 8, 22 • 1-2PM Valentine Card: DIY Craft, kids/families February 13 • 4-4:45PM

Free, “Peace, Love and Libraries” limited-edition library cards, stickers and buttons are available at all Broward County library locations.

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Adul West Regional Classic Films: Call library for title February 1 • 2-4PM Android Essentials: Android 10, two-part class February 1 • 4-5:30PM English Cafe Beginners: For adults who know/speak little or no English February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 4-5:30PM Excel 2013/Computer Class in Spanish: Matriculación en las 8 sesiones es necesaria February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 4-5:30PM Gee You Knit Knitting Club February 2, 6, 16, 20 • 3-4:30PM Tai Chi with instructor Mario Leon February 2, 9, 16, 23 • 1-2PM Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance February 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 10:30AM-5:30PM February 5, 7, 12, 14, 21, 2 • 1-7PM Upcycling Art: Lucky Mandala Dragon February 5, 12 • 1-3:30PM Ageless Grace Brain/Body Fitness Class February 5, 12, 26 • Noon-1PM

Butterfly Gardening February 7 • 1-2PM Windows 11: Last class in six-session series February 7 • 4-5:30PM

Storytime Fun, ages 3-5 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 11AM-Noon

West Regional Book Club: Black Cake: A Signing Stories @ Your Library: Novel by Charmaine Wilkerson Storytime for children and workshop for February 9 • 10:30AM-Noon parents affected by hearing challenges February 3 • 11AM-1PM Insanity High intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Exercise Class Toddler Time, ages 18-35 months February 10, 24 • 10:30AM-Noon February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:30-11AM PowerPoint Workshop: Learn how to make a presentation, three-class series February 13, 20, 27 • 4-5:30PM

Wednesdays at West: Sense of Cinema Foreign Film Series with Shelly Isaacs February 14 • 2-4PM Coloring for Adults February 16 • 11AM-12:30PM Really True Reads Nonfiction Book Club: Haiti: The Aftershocks of History by Laurent Dubois February 22 • 2-3:30PM Understanding Expiration Dates: Lecture, cooking demo and raffle prize, with Feeding South Florida February 28, 2-3PM

Anything Can Happen Wednesday: Stories and activities, ages 3 and up February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 6:30-7:30PM Read to a Pet Therapy Dog, ages 5-12 February 10 • 2-3:30PM Chess Club: Casual play and practice, ages 5-18 February 10, 24 • 11AM-12:30PM Caribbean Drumming Workshop for Children February 17 • 1-2PM Tween Book Club: Discussion, activity and treat, ages 8-12 February 26 • 6:30-7:30PM

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU, NEW LANGUAGE Make your New Year’s Resolution to learn a new language and say ‘ciao’ or ‘hallo’ to the new you!

U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Class February 5, 12, 26 • 6-7:30PM Chair Yoga with Leigh Ann Russ February 6, 13, 20, 27 • Noon-1PM Intermediate English Cafe: Reading and conversation February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 12:30-2PM 26 February 2024 Broward.org/Library

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Adul Spanish Cafe Intermediate: Learn vocabulary and pronunciation February 5, 12, 19, 26 • 12:30-1:30PM English Cafe Intermediate: Improve your English skills February 5, 12, 26 • 10:30-11:30AM or 4-5:30PM February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 6-7PM U. S. Citizenship and Naturalization Course: Everything you need to know to pass your interview and test February 6, 13, 20, 27 • 6-7PM Ageless Grace Brain/Body Fitness Class with instructor Eleanor Robinson February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 1-2PM

Watercolor Painting Class with Christine Landis February 13 • 1-2:30PM Weston Book Club: Spare by Prince Harry February 21 • 4-5PM

Storytime Fun, ages 1-5 with caretakers February 1, 8, 15, 22 • 11:30AM-Noon Open Play Hour: Explore our toddler/ preschool toy collection and meet other families February 16 • 11AM-Noon LEGO Builder’s Club, ages 5-10 February 17 • 3-4PM Children’s Watercolor Painting Class with Christine Landis, ages 7 and up February 24 • 2-3:30PM Wags & Tales: Practice reading aloud to a gentle pet therapy dog, ages 5-12 February 29 • 3-4PM

Knitting and Crochet Club February 7, 14, 21, 28 • 1-2PM

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Adul AM Yoga Stretch: Beginner’s class focusing on flexibility and strength 8:30-9AM February 1 February 6 February 8 February 13 February 15 February 20 February 22 February 27 February 29 English Cafe Intermediate, 4-5:30PM February 6 February 13 February 20 February 27

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English Cafe Advanced 10:30AM-Noon February 5 February 12 February 26 U. S. Citizenship and Naturalization Course, 6-7PM February 6 February 13 February 20 February 27 Diabetes and Exercise February 7 • 6-7PM Chess Club, all levels welcome 11AM-Noon February 10 February 24 Director’s Book Club: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride February 12 • Noon-1PM

Friday Movie Matinee Discussion with Broward College Film Professor Tas Salini February 23 • 3-4PM Writing Workshop: Creating Memorable Characters with Laurie B. Friedman February 17 • 2-3PM Black Immigrant Literacies: Intersections of Race, Language and Culture in the Classroom, with Dr. Patriann Smith, in celebration of Black History Month February 26 • 6-7PM Happy Hour Book Club February 29 • 6-7PM

Time Management Techniques for High Schoolers February 13 • 4:30-5:30PM

A Celebration of Caribbean Art, Culture and Stories Sponsored by Broward County Library

Saturday, February 10 • 10:30AM-3PM Lauderhill Central Park Library Artlit.Broward.org

BROWARD COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS — An Equal-Opportunity Employer Mark D. Bogen • Lamar P. Fisher • Beam Furr • Steve Geller • Robert McKinzie • Nan H. Rich • Hazelle P. Rogers • Tim Ryan • Michael Udine