More than a used book sale this weekend at Florida Public Library

Florida - The Friends of the Florida Public Library are holding their annual used book sale and are sponsoring many programs at the library during the weekend of Jan. 12-14. Refreshments will be provided and most programs are free. The weekend begin Friday, Jan. 12, from 5-8 p.m., with a preview for paid members of the Friends of the Library only. Memberships may be purchased in advance at the library or at the door during sale hours. This is your chance to get the best copies at the best prices. In the reference department, check out the newest book and movie arrivals before they hit the shelves. Meanwhile, soothe your soul with a quick, professional massage. Cecelia Lillard is a student at Barbara Brennan School of Healing. Lillard will combine massage techniques with gentle energy work and simple stretches to provide deep relaxation and ease tension build-up. Call the library at 651-7659 in advance to schedule the free energy healing session. Looking for a babysitter? Teens who recently completed a babysitting certification program from the Orange County Child Care Council will be available to meet and greet in the children’s room during the evening. Interview them and find the perfect sitter for your child. During the evening, parents may drop their children off to view Looney Toons movies on the big screen in the children’s room. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided. The babysitters have volunteered to watch the children while adults browse the book sale, check out new releases and enjoy the free energy healing. On Saturday, Jan. 13, the book sale for the general public will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prices range from 50 cents for children’s books, paperbacks and videotapes to $1 for DVDs, CDs and hardcover books. From noon to 2 p.m., there will be a cooking demonstration by a returning guest chef and radio personality John Moultrie. Moultrie will prepare three dishes, including Shrimp Madagascar Flambé, a French Cassoulet and a surprise dish. There also will be tastetesting. This class is for adults only and registration is required by calling 651-7659. On Sunday, Jan. 14, the book sale will continue from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Starting at 2 p.m., patrons may bring their own bag to fill with books for just $3. At noon, John Kimiecik and Bob Scott, members of the Florida Historical Society, have an interactive display on the history of Florida using a PowerPoint presentation, combined with facts, anecdotes and actual historical notebooks and scrapbooks from Florida’s founders. The audience is encouraged to participate with their own stories and to bring along any historical Florida artifact to share. From 1 to 3 p.m., the library welcomes back local antiques expert John Fish. Patrons may have Fish appraise their treasured objects at a cost of $5 or $10 for three. Fish will donate all the proceeds to the library for upcoming programs and purchases. A schedule of early winter programs and special events will be available during the weekend and registration for preschool, elementary, teen and adult programs will begin on Jan. 29. The Florida Public Library is located at 4 Cohen Circle in the Village of Florida. More information, call the library at 651-7659.