May Events @ Your Library ®

Library Closures

All Santa Rosa County Libraries will be closed on Mon., May 27, in observance of Memorial Day.

Military Appreciation Month

May is National Military Appreciation Month. Join the Santa Rosa County Library System as we recognize and show appreciation for the contributions of the courageous men and women who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. Visit your local library and fill out a star to thank our local service members for their service. The stars will be displayed in each library throughout the month.

Meet! Play! Learn!

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Meet! Play! Learn! is a program where parents of young children can congregate and socialize with other parents while their children play and make friends at age-appropriate activity stations set up around the room. This program is for children ages birth to 5 who have not yet started kindergarten, and will take place from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. on the following dates:

• Gulf Breeze Library: May 2
• Navarre Library: May 8

Harry Potter Costume Day & Trivia Hour - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 2, 3 p.m.

Come dressed in your favorite Harry Potter attire on May 2 and receive a Harry Potter bracelet (while supplies last). Harry Potter Trivia for ages 10 and up starts at 3 p.m.

labARTory - Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.

May 2, 4 - 6 p.m.

Visit the Navarre Library for an open art studio. Design your own project or make a special project which changes each month. All art materials are provided by the Friends of the Navarre Library. This is a drop-in program; all ages are welcome, but children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Community Chess - Pace Library - 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd.

May 4, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Chess players of all ages are invited to play chess at the Pace Library. Knowledge of the game is recommended as no lessons will be provided. Players are expected to show good sportsmanship. The library has a limited supply of chess sets; players are encouraged to bring their own. Table space is limited. No table reservations at this time - first come, first served. Speak with a staff member for more information.

Family Fun Day - Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.

May 4, 2 p.m.

Visit the Navarre Library on the 1^stSaturday of the month for family-friendly games, puzzles, and more.

Senior Social - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 7, 10 a.m.

Seniors 55+ are invited for coffee, conversation, activities, games, and crafts at 10 am on the 1st Tuesday of each month. Scheduled program activities will vary each month. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library.

Webinar Wednesdays - Family History & Research Center - 6275 Dogwood Dr., Milton

May 8, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. OR 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Visit the Family History & Research Center on the 2nd Wednesday each month for Webinar Wednesdays. Webinars related to family history research will be shown at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. with a discussion following. This month's webinar is "Historic Census Bureau Sources for Asian American Pacific Islanders."

UF/IFAS Extension Office Educational Programs

The UF/IFAS Extension office presents monthly research-based educational programs in agriculture, horticulture, family and consumer sciences, and more. This month's topic is daylily. Daylily is a brightly colored flower that is a perennial and edible. Join us to learn how to select varieties, maintain, and utilize this plant in your landscapes. It will be presented on the following dates:

• May 9, 10:30 a.m. - Milton Library
• May 13, 2:30 p.m. - Gulf Breeze Library
• May 15, 2:30 p.m. - Navarre Library
• May 20, 2:30 p.m. - Jay Library
• May 22, 10:30 a.m. - Pace Library

Coffee Talk - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 9, 12 p.m.

Coffee Talk, a non-fiction book club, meets at noon on the second Thursday of every other month beginning in January. Come listen and share your thoughts about this month's book, "Ladysitting" by Lorene Cary. Anyone ages 18+ who has read the book is welcome to attend. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library.

Game-O-Rama - Jay Library - 5259 Booker Ln.

May 9, 2 p.m.

Come play a board game or video game at the Jay Library. Bring your own or enjoy one of ours. Get your game on!

For the Win! Games Day- Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

May 11, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Enjoy playing tabletop or board games? Join us for game day at the Milton Library. Bring games from home or play those provided by the library. This event is open to all ages, and game groups are welcome.

Game Day! - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 11, 12 - 3 p.m.

Enjoy playing card games and board games? Bring the family or a friend and stop by the Gulf Breeze Library for Game Day. A variety of board games are available for use at the library, or feel free to bring your own. Gaming groups are also welcome.

Advanced STEAM

Adults ages 18+ interested in virtual reality, AR, coding, robotics, engineering, construction, board games, crafts, and scientific experiments and exploration are invited to stop in for special STEAM activities. The theme for May & June is "time" and will take place on the following dates from 2 - 6 p.m.:

• May 14 - Navarre Library
• May 28 - Milton Library
• Jun. 11 - Gulf Breeze Library

The Inklings - Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

May 14, 4 p.m.

Sixth through 10th graders are invited to share their ideas about the book of the month. The Inklings Book Club reads both novels and graphic novels. Space is limited; registration is required. This month's selection is "City of Dragons: The Awakening Storm" by Jaimal Yogis. The Inklings will meet at 4 p.m. this month to watch "Raya and the Last Dragon" (rated PG).

Homeschool Hangout - Pace Library - 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd.

May 15, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Come to the Pace Library to meet other local homeschool parents and children to exchange ideas, participate in a fun activity, and discover how your library can support your children's educational journey. Space is limited. Registration is required. Contact the Pace Library for more information.

Theater Thursdays - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 16, 3 - 5 p.m.

Stop by the library on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 3 p.m. for a family-friendly movie. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library. This month's movie is "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" (rated PG).

STEAM Day - Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

May 16, 4 - 6 p.m.

Visit the Milton Library for a monthly STEAM Day! Each month will feature a different theme. This month's theme is "magic." Speak with a staff member for more information.

STEAMaker - Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.

May 16, 4 - 5 p.m.

Tweens and teens ages 10-17 who are interested in robotics, coding, and other tech are invited to join our STEAMaker tech club. Beginners through expert level welcome! Registration is required.

Homeschool Hangout - Jay Library - 5259 Booker Ln.

May 17, 10 - 11 a.m.

Come to the Jay Library to meet other local homeschool parents and children to exchange ideas, participate in a fun activity, and discover how your library can support your children's educational journey. Space is limited. Registration is required. Contact the Jay Library for more information.

Breeze Builders - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 21, 3 - 4 p.m.

Breeze Builders is a monthly building workshop for children ages 6 - 12 who enjoy building with Legos, Tinker Toys, K'Nex, magnetic tiles, and other types of building materials and kits. Bring your imagination and come join in on the fun.

Movie Time Tuesdays - Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.

May 21, 4 p.m.

Visit the Navarre Library on the 3rd Tuesday of the month for a movie. All movies will begin at 4 p.m. and refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Navarre Library. This month's movie is "Star Wars: A New Hope" (rated PG, 1977).

Young Authors and Artists - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 23, 3 - 4 p.m.

Young Authors and Artists is for 12 - 17-year-olds who are interested in creative writing and/or enjoy creating art designs through sketching, painting, sculpting, and digitally. Enjoy a variety of creative activities that include poetry, comic book design, character creation, digital and

Summer Reading Registration Begins - All Libraries & Online

May 24

All ages are invited to register for Summer Reading beginning May 24, both online and at the libraries. After registering, pick up a reading calendar at your library or print one from our website. Full details about this year's programs, as well as a registration link, will be available on our website (www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries).

STEAM Makerspace - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

May 28, 3 - 5 p.m.

Come explore, build, and create at STEAM Makerspace. Craft and create using library- supplied arts and craft materials or bring your own. Learn simple code with coding robots and explore with VR and AR devices. This program is for all ages, but children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Hobby groups are also welcome to attend this program.

Furry Friend Friday - Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

May 31, 2 - 3 p.m.

Visit the Milton Library on the last Friday of every other month beginning in May to learn about pet safety and adoption. Listen to a story about pets, learn about the ways the Santa Rosa County animal shelter helps the animals it takes in, and meet a furry friend from the shelter.

The Santa Rosa County Library System is a department of the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners. Libraries are located in Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, Navarre, and Pace. Find additional information at www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries or call (850) 981-7323 (READ).

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