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HAGEN RANCH ROAD ADULT PROGRAMS |
| Tickets (limit of two per person) for adult programs are available at the Reference Desk. |
Tue, Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2:30 p.m.
Poetry Workshop
Award-winning poet Stacie Kiner will conduct a four-week poetry workshop. (90 min.) |
Fri, Nov. 20, 10:00 a.m.
Express Yourself: Book Discussion Series
Roberta Proctor will lead a discussion of “The Audacity of Hope,” by Barack Obama. Sign up and check out the book. (60 min.) |
Tue, Nov. 24, 2:00 p.m.
Meditation for Stress Management
Jim Bandler will teach how to meditate, replace negative thoughts with positive ones, develop coping strategies, sleep better, and reduce pain. (60 min.) |
Tue, Nov. 24, 6:00 p.m.
Wonders of the Night Sky: Telescope Viewing Session
Learn about the constellations with the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches as they stargaze from sunset to 8:00 p.m. outside. (2 hr.) |
Tue, Dec. 1, 2:00 p.m.
Meditation for Stress Management
Jim Bandler will teach you how to meditate, replace negative thoughts with positive ones, and more. (60 min.) |
Tue, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2:30 p.m.
Poetry Workshop
Award-winning poet Stacie Kiner will conduct a five-week poetry workshop. (90 min.) |
Wed, Dec. 2 & 16, 2:00 p.m.
Current Events Discussion Group
Frank Fastov will lead lively discussions about what’s behind the news headlines. (90 min.) |
Thu, Dec. 3 & 17, 10:00 a.m.
Writers’ Workshop
Bring your fiction to share and offer and accept constructive criticism and comments in a supportive atmosphere with author Bob Davis. Limit of 12. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Fri, Dec. 4, 2:00 p.m.
Storytelling: I’ll Tell You Mine If You’ll Tell Me Yours…
Get together with storyteller Glad McLeod and let’s have fun sharing our stories. (60 min.) |
Fri, Dec. 4, 2:00 p.m.
The Noteables
This popular dance band plays popular hits from the 40s to today’s current hits. Tickets (two per person) available Nov. 30. (60 min.) |
Mon, Dec. 7, 2:00 p.m.
Express Yourself: Book Discussion Series
Barbara Harnick will lead a discussion of “The Plot against America,” by Philip Roth. Sign up and check out the book. (60 min.) |
Wed, Dec. 9, 2:00 p.m.
The Way Off-Broadway Players Present: Trust Me – I’m Your Mother
Enjoy dramatic readings from Broadway plays, classic TV episodes, and remarks by contemporary authors. Tickets (two per person) available starting Nov. 30. (60 min.) |
Mon, Dec. 14, 10:00 a.m.
Classic Book Discussion: A Moveable Feast
Celebrate Hemingway’s legacy by reading the book before joining Stacie Kiner for a book discussion. (60 min.) |
Mon, Dec. 14, 2:00 p.m.
Medical Program: Diabetes & Nutrition
Dr. Joann Yi, from Boca Community Medical Center, will discuss nutritional needs for diabetics and answer questions. (60 min.) |
Wed, Dec. 16, 6:00 p.m.
Club de Lectura en Español (Spanish Book Club)
Adam Davis dirigirá una discusión del libro Travesuras de la Niña Mala por Mario Vargas Llosa. Los libros están disponibles en el mostrador de Check Out. (60 min.) |
Fri, Dec. 18, 10:00 a.m.
Express Yourself: Book Discussion Series
Roberta Proctor will lead a discussion of “Ahab’s Wife,” by Sena Jeter Naslund. Sign up and check out the book. (60 min.) |
Sat, Dec. 19, 2:00 p.m.
Meet the Authors: National League of American Pen Women
This exciting panel of nine local authors will discuss their books and answer your questions. (2 hr.) |
Tue, Dec. 22, 6:00 p.m.
Wonders of the Night Sky: Telescope Viewing Session
Learn about the constellations with the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches as they stargaze from sunset to 8:00 p.m. outside the library. (2 hr.) |
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HAGEN RANCH ROAD CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS |
| View the regular weekly storytime schedule here. |
Sat, Nov. 21, 10:00 a.m.
Turkey Tales
Hear wild Thanksgiving tall tales and make a little turkey to take home. Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, Dec. 9 & 23, 4:00 p.m.
Chess Club
Our volunteer, Dr. Schiff, will teach you how to play or learn new strategies if you already know the basics. Ages 5-12. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, Dec. 12, 2:00 p.m.
A Musical Celebration!
Students from the Bravo Academy of Performing Arts will perform holiday music. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Mon, Dec. 14, 4:00 p.m.
Snowflake Bag Craft
Make a felt snowflake bag to fill with treasures. Ages 4 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, Dec. 16, 11:00 a.m.
Baby Bells
Little ones can shake their bells to music, rhymes, and songs while bouncing and singing to make those bells ring! Ages 4-12 mos. (30 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Dec. 17, 4:00 p.m.
Seasonal Crafts
Make a sparkly star or a dazzling snowball craft. Ages 7-11. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 22, 3:00 p.m.
Crafty Kids Holiday Special
Make neat paper crafts you can give to others for the holidays. Ages 8 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Mon, Dec. 28, 10:00 a.m.
Kwanzaa Candle Craft
We’ll make our own candelabra with the appropriate colors as we honor African-American culture. Ages 5 & up. (30 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, Dec. 30, 10:00 a.m.
I Can “Find Anything” Program
Learn how to use the online catalog and electronic databases to find information for school projects/reports. Ages 8-11. (60 min.) Preregister. |
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HAGEN RANCH ROAD TEEN PROGRAMS |
Tue, Nov. 24, 6:30 p.m.
T.A.B. (Teen Advisory Board)
Help plan terrific events for you and your friends, and enjoy refreshments. Grades 6-12. (60 min.) |
Tue, Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m.
Let’s Talk about Books
I’ll share favorites that I’ve read in the last few months, then you tell me yours. Bring a book or two to swap with other teens! Grades 6-12. (45 min.) |
Tue, Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m.
Wrap It Up
Create your own personalized gift wrap (paper, paint, and tools supplied). Grades 6-12. (45 min.) |
Tue, Dec. 15, 6:30 p.m.
Wii Time
Use Wii nunchuks and the steering wheel to play competitive games. Can you can beat the librarian? Grades 6-12. (45 min.) |
Tue, Dec. 29, 6:30 p.m.
Movie Nite: Star Trek
Meet James Kirk, Spock, Bones, Uhura, and the rest of the crew of the Enterprise in their early days and struggles on their first mission out of Starfleet Academy. (126 min.) PG-13 |
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HAGEN RANCH ROAD COMPUTER TRAINING |
Thu, Dec. 3, 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Mousing (Hands-on)
Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister. |
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