WELLINGTON ADULT
PROGRAMS |
Wed, July 15, 6:30 p.m.
Wellington’s Socrates Café
The Society for Philosophical Inquiry initiated the concept for this discussion led by Marji Chapman. Find out this month’s thought-provoking topic when you preregister. (90 min.) |
Sat, July 18, 2:00 p.m.
Meet the Author: Nancy J. Cohen
Chat, ask questions, and get the scoop on “Killer Knots,” the latest Bad Hair Day mystery. A book signing will follow. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Mon, July 20, 6:30 p.m.
Introduction to Irish Dancing
Dance Instructor Marie Marzi will demonstrate beginner steps based on traditional dance forms that originated in Ireland. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, July 22, 6:30 p.m.
How to Start Up a Small Business in Florida
Ted Kramer, from PBCC’s Small Business Development Center, will teach the best methods for starting a business in these new economic times. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Wed, July 29, 6:30 p.m.
Poetry Discussion Series
Engage in a provocative discussion of several published poems written by various poets. Pick up copies at the Information Desk. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
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WELLINGTON
YOUTH
PROGRAMS |
View the regular weekly storytime schedule here. |
Mon, June 8, 15, 22 & 29 Child
09:30 a.m.: Ages 0-9 mos.
11:15 a.m.: Ages 10-18 mos.
Baby Story Time
Your baby will love our rhymes, fingerplays, songs, books, and toys. (35 min.) Preregister. |
June 8-July 30 Child
Summer Story Times: Be Creative
Celebrate the summer by being creative through tales about art, music, dance, and more. Call for days and times. Ages birth & up. |
Tuesdays, 3:00 p.m. Tween/Teen
Battle of the Books Practice
Starting June 9, interested book lovers entering 6th, 7th or 8th grades will begin to prepare for “Battle of the Books” with games and activities based on “The Lightning Thief” and “Stargirl.” (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, June 9-July 28, 11:15 a.m. Child
Music, Music, Music!
Warm up the fingers, move the body, get out the instruments – it’s music time for little ones. Ages 12-24 months. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Child
Stories & So Much More
Beginning on June 10, we’re taking story time to the next level for school-age children. Get ready for games, activities, crafts, stories, and more. Ages 5-8. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Mon, June 29, 2:00 p.m. Tween
Bookmaking
Create four different types of books in four weeks. Our first book type is laguna/french fold. Ages 8-12. (45+ min.) Preregister. |
Tue, June 30, 2:00 p.m. Tween
Art for Tweens: Metal Figures
Be inspired by artist Alberto Giacometti. Sculpt your own metal stick figures. Ages 9-12. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Jun. 30, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Teen Flix Fix: Twilight
See Bella and Edward on the big screen again. Ages 12-17. Popcorn provided. (2 hr.) Preregister. PG-13
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Wed, July 1, 2:00 p.m. Child
Stories in Sign
In our last session we’ll practice what we learned with the ASL alphabet, colors, numbers, and stories. Ages 6 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, July 1, 4:00 p.m. Teen
Teen Art Scene: Friendship Bracelets
Braid a bracelet for yourself or a friend. Ages 12-17. (45+ min.) Preregister. |
Wed, July 1, 6:30 p.m. Child
Happy Fourth of July
Let’s hear it for the red, white, and-blue, parades, holiday stories, and a craft. Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, July 2-16, 1:00 p.m. Tween
Thu, July 23, 6:00 p.m. (Dress rehearsal)
Poetry Recital Workshop
We’ll continue writing, memorizing poems, and creating costumes and props. On July 23 at 7:30 p.m., invite family and friends to our recital. Note: Don’t sign up if you can’t come on July 23. Ages 7-12. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Saturdays, 10:15 or 11:15 a.m. Child
Saturday Morning Story Time
Catch up on our summer activities and be creative. Ages 2 & up. (45 min.) |
Mondays, Child
09:30 a.m.: Ages 0-9 mos.
11:15 a.m.: Ages 10-18 mos.
Baby Story Time
Your baby will love our rhymes, fingerplays, songs, books, and toys. (35 min.) Preregister. |
Mon, July 6, 13 & 20, 2:00 p.m. Tween
Bookmaking
Create a different type of book each week - miniature match, stair-step book and explosion tribute. Latecomers receive written instructions only. Ages 8-12. (45+ min.) Preregister. |
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. Tween/Teen
Battle of the Books Practice Continued
Interested booklovers entering grades 6, 7, or 8 will read three books over the summer and participate in a trivia contest based on these titles. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, July 8, 4:00 p.m. Teen
Teen Advisory Group Scrapbooking
Help us make a scrapbook of photographs from past teen programs. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Wed, July 8-29, 6:30 p.m. Child
Stories & So Much More
We’re taking story time to the next level for school-age children with games, activities, crafts, stories, and more. Ages 5-8. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, July 9, 2:00 p.m. Child
Discover Okeeheelee Natives
John Welch, from Okeeheelee Nature Center, will share facts and stories about some of the center’s native inhabitants. Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, July 9, 6:30 p.m. Teen
TAG
Let your opinions be heard at our Teen Advisory Group meeting! Snacks! Ages 12-17. (45 min.) |
Thu, July 9, 7:30 p.m. Teen
Pizza & Pages: One Piece, Vol. 1
Can Luffy become a pirate even though he doesn’t know how to swim? Copies of Oda Eiichiro’s manga available at the children’s desk. Pizza! Ages 12-17. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, July 11, 2:30 p.m. Family
Chess Club
Chess fans unite to practice your strategy skills with other players. Basic knowledge required. Ages 8 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, July 14, 2:00 p.m. Tween
Art for Tweens: Stamp It!
We’ll make several types of stamps and create a work of art using them. Dress to get messy. Latecomers receive written instructions only. Ages 9 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, July 14, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Dungeons & Dragons
Do you love RPGs? Get back to your roots by role-playing the old-fashioned way. Snacks! Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Mon, July 20, 2:00 p.m. Child/Family
Roger Dean Stadium Mascot Visit
In anticipation of “Library Night” at Roger Dean stadium, Hamilton R. Head (mascot for the Jupiter Hammerheads), or Robbie the Redbird (mascot for the Palm Beach Cardinals) will visit to celebrate the Summer Reading Program. Bring your cameras. Ages 4 & up. (45 min.)Preregister. |
Tue, July 21, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Anime Grab Bag
Want a sneak peek at some of the coolest new anime titles? Ages 12-17. Pocky provided. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. PG |
Tue, July 21, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Anime Karaoke
Sing-along with your favorite anime songs. Snacks! Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, July 23, 7:30 p.m. Family
Poetry Recital
Enjoy an evening of poetry as our workshop participants recite the poems they wrote themselves. Ages 4 & up. (60 min.) |
Sat, July 25, 2:30 p.m. Child/Family
Scrapbooking for the Family
Preserve your memories and pictures of a special event by learning new techniques and create your own designs with your own pictures and memorabilia. Basic supplies provided. Ages 5 & up. (90 min.) Preregister. |
July 27-30 Child
Storytellers’ Faves
Youth services’ staff will share our favorite stories. Each day features a different storyteller and story favorites. Call the children’s desk for times. All ages. |
Mon, July 27, 2:00 p.m. Family
Molly Mighty Moo Puppet Show
Sing-along and watch Molly Mighty Moo in her adventure to save the planet. Bring a camera for the surprise at the end. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, July 28, 2:00 p.m. Tween
Art for Tweens: Mobiles
Artist Alexander Calder was given credit for making the first mobile. Use your imagination and create you own sculpture with movement. Latecomers receive written instructions only. Ages 9 & up. (45+ min.) Preregister. |
Tue, July 28, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Teen Flix Fix: Step Up
Can a boy from the wrong side of the tracks make it at an elite dance school? Popcorn provided. Ages 12-17. (104 min.) Preregister. PG-13 |
Wed, July 29, 4:00 p.m. Teen
Teen Art Scene: Candle-making
Bring a little light into someone’s world by making them a unique candle. Ages 12-17. (60+ min.) Preregister. |
Thu, July 30, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Teen Game Night
Join us for Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, and board games. Snacks! Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
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WELLINGTON
COMPUTER TRAINING |
Thu, July 2 & 9, 8:30 a.m.
Internet Basics (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn more about the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser. Experience using a mouse required. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Fri, July 10, 8:30 a.m.
Mousing (Hands-on)
Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, July 11, 8:30 a.m.
Search Tools (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn how to use a Web Directory, search engines, and a Meta-search engine, plus other specialized search tools. (60 min.) Preregister.
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Sábado, 18 de julio, 8:30 a.m.
Internet Básico (Hands-on)
(Beginning Internet in Spanish)
Aprende lo basico en esta clase de Internet para principiantes. (90 min.) Se requiere registrarse. |
Sábado, 25 de julio, 8:30 a.m.
Herramientas de Búsqueda en el Internet (Hands-on)
(Search Tools in Spanish)
Prerequisito: Internet Básico
Aprenda a utilizar un directorio web, herramientas de búsqueda, un meta buscador y otras herramientas especializadas para navegar por el Internet. Se requiere registrarse. |
Mon, July 27, 6:30 p.m.
Buying a Computer (Lecture)
This class will provide you with a plan of action, break down the process into easy steps, and teach you the important terms and concepts you will run into along the way. Some computer experience necessary. (60 min.) Preregister. |
