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JOIN US FOR THE SUMMER
Summer BreakSpot: Free Lunch (and Snacks!) for Kids and Teens Mondays to Fridays / June 5 - July 28 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. / Bob's Garage |
The North Palm Beach Library is partnering with Summer BreakSpot to provide free meals for kids and teens, all summer long. Summer BreakSpot's goal is to provide free, nutritious meals to kids and teens eighteen and under that don't have access to food. Lunch starts at 11:30 AM in the library's Bob's Garage and snacks start at 2:30 PM.
To find another location closest to you, dial 2-1-1, text "Food" to 304-304, or visit SummerBreakSpot.org.
Summer Reading Challenge June 5 - July 28 Get Your Bag at the Children's Circ. Desk! |
Join the North Palm Beach Library's Summer Reading Challenge for ages zero to twelve. Visit the Children's department and say, "I'd like my child to participate in the Summer Reading Challenge!"
You will receive our All Together Now Summer 2023 bag, a reading log, and stickers to fill your reading log. Read with your child or let your child take up the challenge to read by themselves. The choice is up to you!
Mark a sticker on your reading log for every book you read. Once you're done, turn in your reading log to receive a Summer Reading Goodie Bag for all their hard reading!
All Together Now Storytime (Under 5 Yrs.) Mondays / June 5 - July 24 9:00 AM |
Children meet community leaders and special North Palm Beach employees for our All Together Now Storytimes. Meet our city council, a police officer and more! Guest readers will be in attendance on some Mondays, but we will still have storytime on every Monday for the summer.
Storytimes at the Library |
Join us for interactive storytimes at the library! We offer a variety of storytimes to cater to the different age groups. Our storytimes are filled with bubbles, songs, stories, and crafts or activities.
- Ending May 29 and Returning August 14! Betweeners Storytimes (Ages 1 - 2): Mondays at 9:30 a.m.
- Ending May 29 and Returning August 14! Toddler Storytimes (Ages 3 - 5): Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
- Family Storytimes (Under 5 Years): Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
- Baby Storytimes (2 - 15 Months): Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m.
Crafts designed just for tweens. This summer, have your tween try crafts that they and others can enjoy. Our crafts follow our "All Together Now" summer and encourage them to use their crafts for self-care or to share with their community and friends. Sign up is required, as supplies are limited. Call (561) 841 - 3383, click the link here to sign up online, or visit the children's department to sign up today.
- June 7: DIY Salt Scrub
- June 14: Sand Art Keychains
- June 21: Rock Painting
- June 28: Spread the Love Sticky Notes
- July 5: Succulent Suncatcher Flowerpots
- July 12: Positivity Chalk Drawing
- July 19: Friendship Bracelet Extravaganza
- July 26: Self Admiration Jars
| Crafts for Kids (Up to Age 7) Every Thursday / 3:00 p.m. WILL MOVE TO WEDNESDAYS FROM JUNE 7 TO JULY 26 |
Join us for weekly crafts at the library! We offer a new craft every week, we recommended these crafts for up to age seven.
Snack Attack (Ages 5 - 12) June 6 / 3:00 p.m.: Celery Snails and Caterpillars July 3 / 3:00 p.m.: Funny Man Breakfast Sandwich Sign Up Today |
Have your child learn how to make snacks! Designed for children from ages 5 to 12, Snack Attack introduces children on how to cook in a fun and safe environment. The best part is that they get to eat their culinary creations at the end! This program is not recommended for kids with peanut or tree nut allergies. Call (561) 841 - 3383, click the link here to sign up online, or visit the children's department to sign up today.
Science Center: Investigating Insects Thursday, June 8 / 2:00 p.m. |
The Cox Science Center and Aquarium is coming to the library! Learn all about insects in their interactive lab as we discuss habitats, characteristics and the beneficial role that insects play in our environment. Limited capacity (40).
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
| Babies & Brew 2nd and 3rd Saturdays 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Join us on the second and third Saturday every month, starting February 11th for Babies and Brew! Unconstructed playtime, Babies and Brew provides playtime for babies and coffee/tea for you.
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary All Ages: Thursday, June 15 / 3:00 p.m. and Preschool Ages: Friday, July 7 / 10:00 a.m. |
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is coming to the library and they're bringing along a few animal friends! Learn about the animals native to Florida and what we can do to help them.
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
| Kids Art Third Friday Every Month / 3:00 p.m. Sign Up Today |
Kids learn about art, a little art history, and practice making fantastic creations. Join us and check out our new theme every month! Recommended for ages 8+. Sign up is required, as supplies are limited. Call (561) 841 - 3383, click the link here to sign up online, or visit the children's department to sign up today.
Park Cleanup (All Ages) June 17 / 9:00 a.m. Anchorage Park / 603 Anchorage Drive., NPB, FL 33408 |
Help us keep our parks clean! Explore Anchorage Park and help clean up trash left behind.
Welcome Dungeoneers! Come play Dungeons and Dragons at the library. Please bring your own dungeon master and materials to play. Sign up so we know to expect you! Call (561) 841 - 3383, click the link here to sign up online, or visit the children's department to sign up today.
Rainforest Investigations Tuesday, June 20 / 3:00 p.m. |
Science Eye is bringing the rainforest to the library! Our science explorer will discuss what makes a rainforest a rainforest, the layers of the rainforest, different animals found there, and what they need for survival. Then, join us after to make your own rainforest butterfly!
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
Stuffy Sleepover Drop Off: Fri., June 23 / Drop off Available Until 4:30 PM Pick Up: Sat., June 24 / Until 5:00 PM |
Kids drop off their favorite stuffed animal for a library sleepover! Pick them up the next day and receive a link to see photos of what antics they were up to. No sign-up required!
Loggerhead Marine Life Center Thursday, June 29 / 2:00 p.m. |
Join Loggerhead Marine Life Center to learn about sea turtle nesting season! In this interactive presentation, attendees will learn all about sea turtle nesting, the research that LMC's team conducts, and how you can help us 'Respect the Locals'!
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
Summer is the perfect time for Family Game Night. We have the games (and snacks), you have the family! Bring the whole family to enjoy some friendly competition with other families. Games include Twister, Connect 4, Monopoly, and we end the evening with Trivia and compete for cool prizes! Sign up so we know to expect you! Call (561) 841 - 3383, click the link here to sign up online, or visit the children's department to sign up today.
Professor McGonagall of Hogwarts Wednesday, July 12 / 2:00 p.m. |
Prof. McGonagall arrives with a wonderful, wizardly show! Of course there is magic, including a potions class. She shares stories related to the books, trivia, and prizes to the winners. There is a load of schoolish fun right from the Academy, with diplomas, too!
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
Wildlife Survival Kit Thursday, July 13 / 2:00 p.m. |
Join us for an introduction to Florida’s common mammals and the endangered Red-cockaded Woodpecker. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN) will bring hands-on materials including pelts, skulls, and tracks to get up close and familiar with our mammalian friends. We will all become familiar with identification skills, even when the animal isn’t actually seen! Attendees will also get familiarized with one of Florida’s most special bird species, the Red-cockaded Woodpecker.
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
Reptile Show Saturday, July 15 / 10:30 a.m. |
Cock-a-Doodle-Do Petting Zoo presents their Reptile Show! Come see a variety of reptiles like a bearded dragon, ball python, a blue-tongue skink, and more!
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
Star Stories: Greek Myths - A Shadow Puppet Show Thursday, July 27 / 2:00 p.m. |
Look up! The night sky is full of star constellations. The ancient Greeks named the star constellations after their awesome myths and folktales. Katie Adams performs these myths with colorful shadow puppets, storytelling and audience participation. See the stories and the star constellations that go with them! Stories include Pandora’s Box, Perseus and Pegasus, Icarus, and Baucis and Philemon. These amazing Greek myth stories inspire young audiences to learn more about the stars and to read Greek myths.
IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION: For safety, our shows have limited capacity. Spot reservations are not available for shows. Pick up your free ticket for admission on the day-of the show at the children's circulation desk in order to claim a spot in the room. First-come first-served.
Summer Movie Night Friday, July 28 / 4:30 p.m. |
Bring the kids to the library and enjoy an End of Summer Movie Night. Lemonade, ice cream and light snacks will be provided. No sign up required!