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Send by emailMagical Mermaid and Princess Program for Kids
Saturday, May 4 @ 1pm
It’ll be a magical, sparkly Saturday at the library. Listen to princess and mermaid stories, make your own magic wand and “fairies in a jar,” play games, and have a sweet snack. Do you like to dress up? Come as a mermaid or fairy.
Stay 'n Play
Friday, May 3 @ 11am
No need to rush out after storytime. Stay for playtime with puzzles, toys, and games. Your child will get a chance to socialize, and you will, too!
Family Storytime
Friday, May 3 @ 10:30am
Let your imagination take flight at storytime. We’ll read Friday My Radio Flyer Flew by Zachary Pullen and other stories. Join us for singing, dancing, and a craft, too.
Get Caught Reading (All Month Long)
Wednesday, May 1 @ 10am
May is Get Caught Reading month. Children and teens “caught” reading in the library, and elsewhere any time throughout the month of May, will receive a ticket to be entered into a weekly raffle. See a child or teen reading? Snap a picture and bring it to the library. Entrants will also have their pictures taken and posted on the bulletin board if they like. This annual national campaign is supported by the Association of American Publishers.
MoneyWi$e Week: 2013 Tax Preparation Advice
Wednesday, April 24 @ 3pm
AARP representative Bill Sherman will discuss how to prepare for your 2013 Federal Income Taxes, including how much you should have withheld, deductions you may be eligible for, and documentation you should have for tax preparation. For more information, call the Hastings Branch at 827-6970.
*This Program will be held at the O.U.R. Center located at the Walter E. Harris Center on E. Harris St. in Hastings, FL.
National Library Week Adult Book Club: Fifty Shades Darker
Thursday, April 18 @ 10am
Daunted by the singular tastes and dark secrets of the beautiful, tormented young entrepreneur Christian Grey, Anastasia Steele has broken off their relationship to start a new career with a Seattle publishing house. But desire for Christian still dominates her every waking thought, and when he proposes a new arrangement, Anastasia cannot resist.
Adult Book Club: Fifty Shades of Grey
Thursday, March 21 @ 10 am
When literature student Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey, she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. The unworldly, innocent Ana is startled to realize she wants this man and, despite his enigmatic reserve, finds she is desperate to get close to him. Unable to resist Ana’s quiet beauty, wit, and independent spirit, Grey admits he wants her, too—but on his own terms.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thursdays, April 4, 11 @ 2 pm - 6 pm
The AARP Tax-Aide program offers FREE one-on-one counseling to help individuals prepare basic tax forms, including the 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ and other standard schedules. The FREE counseling is available to all low to middle income taxpayers, regardless of age. No advance registration is needed, people will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Individuals must bring a photo ID, last year's tax return, and all relevant tax information with them.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thursdays, March 14, 21, 28 @ 2 pm - 6 pmThe AARP Tax-Aide program offers FREE one-on-one counseling to help individuals prepare basic tax forms, including the 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ and other standard schedules. The FREE counseling is available to all low to middle income taxpayers, regardless of age. No advance registration is needed, people will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Individuals must bring a photo ID, last year's tax return, and all relevant tax information with them.
Teen Lounge
Saturday, April 27 @ 1 pm
Teens are welcome to come to teen lounge to play games, do homework, or just hang out with friends. Both board games and video games are available, as well as crafting materials.
