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October at the Library It may still feel like summer outside, but inside the library we’re welcoming the season with all the best parts of fall—good books, cozy programs, and a big event to look forward to! We’re especially excited to host Sarah Penner on November 6 for Largo Turns a Page and discuss her newest novel, The Amalfi Curse. Registration is open now, and our Chapter Chat book club will keep the conversation going with their discussion on November 12. In October, you’ll find plenty of ways to celebrate the season: learn about pollinators, bring the kids for a festive (and air conditioned!) trick-or-treat, or invite the teens in your life to try our new Silent Book Club, a relaxed hangout just for them. Even if the weather hasn’t cooled down yet, the library is the perfect spot to enjoy a touch of fall this month. |
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Mon - Wed: 9 am - 8 pm Thu - Fri: 10 am - 6 pm
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm Sun: Closed |
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Alternate Places for Pollinators Mon | Oct 20 | 2-3 pm Landscapes that support our native pollinators help our environment by providing safe havens for our smallest of wildlife – bees, butterflies and more! Master Gardener Linda Smock will share ways to make your backyard friendly to pollinators. |
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Largo Turns a Page with Sarah Penner Thu | Nov 6 | 6 pm Join us for an evening with New York Times bestselling author and local talent Sarah Penner, as she discusses her latest novel, The Amalfi Curse. This atmospheric new story takes readers to the sun-soaked coast of Italy, where history, mystery, and intrigue intertwine against a backdrop of timeless beauty. Books will be available for purchase courtesy of Tombolo Books, and Sarah will be signing copies following the discussion. |
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Chapter Chat Wed | Nov 12 | 5 pm Chapter Chat meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held offsite at the Juicebox. The open discussion is facilitated by Ben Wiley who emails Chapter Chat participants various materials, questions, web links, and videos a couple of weeks before the discussion. Generally, the book is fiction but occasionally a memoir or non-fiction title may be included. Chapter Chat offers a positive, nurturing environment in which to explore a selected book and enjoy time together in deep engagement with the story. For questions, contact Ben Wiley bwiley@tampabay.rr.com or 727-215-2276 The Juicebox is located at 325 West Bay Drive #4B Largo, FL 33770 |
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Adults Read YA Wed | Sep 24 | 6-7 pm Join us for a book club built for hopeless romantics and cynics alike as we explore different tropes, sub-genres, and themes. Everyone is welcome to respectfully attend but registration is required. Ages 18+. November's book is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith |
Tech Help Tuesday Tuesdays Bring your technology questions with devices and passwords to get one-on-one help! All technology related questions are welcome! Staff will do their best, but some technology questions may not be answerable during the time frame or staff may need to let you know that it is not something that we can assist with. Tech Help Tuesday now requires registration before the program. One 15-minute slot per patron per week, multiple registrations will be canceled. Registration opens the week before each Tuesday and closes at noon on the Tuesday of the program. |
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Citizenship & Naturalization Classes
Mon & Wed | 6–8 pm
Are you a legal permanent resident of the United States seeking citizenship? We can assist you with preparation for the naturalization process, including civics, U.S. history, and interview practice. Classes are led by Learning Empowered, a nonprofit organization. New students can join anytime during the 11-week term. |
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Conversation Club Tuesdays | 6:15 - 7:30pm Fridays | 11:30am - 12:45pm
All non-native English language learners are invited to attend weekly Conversation Club. This fun and engaging program provides an opportunity for individuals to practice their speaking and listening skills in an informal, down-to-earth atmosphere. Each session will have a different topic of discussion, topics might include conversations about travel, cooking, the job hunt, and other life skills. Registration is NOT required. Just show up and have fun conversing and making new friends. Note: conversation club on Tuesdays is NOT the same as conversation club on Fridays. So, if you can attend both, please do! |
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Writing Brief Narrative Sketches - Sharing Interesting Ancestors with Family Tue | Oct 14 | 1:00pm | Hybrid (Zoom & Local History Room) Do you want to share your family history research and enthusiasm with your relatives, but find that their eyes tend to glaze over when you pull out your pedigree charts and family group sheets? Try presenting the information to them in bite-size chunks, one interesting ancestor at a time, using brief, 1–3-page narratives with visual impact. This will be a hybrid class held in-person in the Local History Room and online via Zoom. Registration is only required for Zoom attendees. For specific information contact: info@pinellasgenealogysociety.com Presenter: Karen Fortin |
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Halloween Boo-Nanza Mon | Oct 27 | 5 - 7 pm Ages 5-12 Do you love Halloween? Come in and join us as we create some chilling crafts and spooky surprises! |
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Character Parade Tue | Oct 28 | 10:30-11:30 am Come to the library dressed as your favorite character for a fun-filled morning of stories, songs, & surprises. Join us as we explore and see what kinds of tricks and treats we can find! |
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Trick-or-Treat at the Library Wed | Oct 29 | 5-7 pm Ages 3-12 Come into the library for some Halloween fun! Join us any time between 5pm & 7pm to go trick or treating at the library. At each desk you visit, you'll receive either a trick or a treat! |
Silent Book Club Wed | Oct 15 | 3-5 pm
Bring your current read and enjoy quiet, cozy reading time with fellow book lovers. |
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Teen Halloween Eve Thu | Oct 30 | 3:00 - 5:00pm Get in the Halloween spirit with some spooky crafts and a movie! |
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