At the Florida Public Library

Florida - The following is a list of upcoming events for children, young adults, families and adults at the Florida Public Library. For additional information, contact the library at 651-7659. For families: • Family read aloud: Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 6 p.m. Readers of all ages may enjoy pizza at 6 p.m. and reading will begin at 6:30 p.m. Bring a story, article, poem or a short book to share with other readers and listeners. Children who are just learning to read like to show off their new skill. All readers will be applauded. For children: • Books and beyond: A drop-in program (no registration) for kids in grades K-5 on Tuesday afternoons at 4 p.m. Legends from Faraway Places: Nov. 7: The Crystal Heart-Vietnam, flower pot craft; Nov. 14: Sun Mother Wakes the World-Australia, star mobile craft; Nov. 28: Legend of the Indian Paintbrush-Lakota, paint a sunset. • Thanksgiving Cards Workshop: Saturday, Nov. 4, at 2 p.m. Children in grades K-5 will make greeting or place cards with Heather Birch using stamps, colorful papers and embellishments. For young adults (grade 6 and up): • Anime and Manga Club on the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Next meeting: Oct. 31. • Baby-sitting Workshop: Tuesday, Nov. 7 and 14, 6:30 p.m. Two sessions presented by the Child Care Council of Orange County. Fee is $10 per person which covers both sessions. Registration deadline is Nov. 1. For adults: • Defensive driving course: Sunday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Save 10 percent off your insurance and reduce your points by taking this N.Y.S. Department of Motor Vehicle-=approved course at the Library. The cost is $40 and includes a pizza lunch. Call 733-6000 to register. • Senior Citizens Movie and Dessert: Sunday, Nov. 12 at 1 p.m. Enjoy dessert and a movie on our big screen. Please call the library at 651-7659 for more information. • Book Discussion: Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 6:30 p.m. Check out a copy of “Under the Tuscan Sun” by Frances ‘ now at the library. Join our relaxed and friendly discussion.