Getting Started with Libby - Monthly Webinar

Wednesday, March 6 | 2pm–3pm

Join Overdrive for a one-hour Getting Started with Libby webinar and learn Libby with the Experts! This webinar will show you everything you need to know to get started with Libby or to make the switch from the OverDrive app. From downloading the app and signing in, to searching and borrowing titles, placing holds, adjusting reading settings, and more, our Libby experts are here to get you started. The session will close with a mini-quiz and live Q&A. Want to learn Libby, but can't attend one of our monthly sessions live? Sessions will be recorded and emailed to everyone registered 24 hours after the webinar. Please register to receive the recording. If you don't have the Libby app downloaded on your device already, you can download the Libby app on most iOS and Android devices. Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play store and search for Libby. Your result should be Libby, by OverDrive, and the app is FREE! You can also use Libby in your web browser by going to libbyapp.com. Registration via Zoom required:

https://overdrive.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-PMb12r7QCqGooan3h9bUA?_x_zm_#/registration

Drop-In Adult Chess

Sundays, March 3, 10, 17 & 24 | 12pm–2pm

Blake Library

Drop in for a game of chess at the library! Challenge friends to a game of chess or teach yourself to play using the self-directed instructions included with our chess boards. A selection of chess resources will also be available if you want to learn a new move or strategy. Sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Treasure Coast Music Teachers Association presents

Concert by Boris Berman

Sunday, March 3 | 2pm–3pm

Blake Library

Treasure Coast Music Teachers Association presents a Piano Concert at 2pm followed by a Master Class Piano Master Class at 3:30pm.

Boris Berman, a performer and teacher of international stature, heads the Piano Department of Yale School of Music and performs and conducts master classes throughout the world. His highly acclaimed performances have included appearances with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, the Gewandhaus Orchestra, The Philharmonia (London), the Toronto Symphony, Israel Philharmonic, Minnesota Orchestra, Detroit Symphony, Houston Symphony, Atlanta Symphony, St. Petersburg Philharmonic, and the Royal Scottish Orchestra. Born in Moscow, he studied at Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory. In 1973, he left a flourishing career in the Soviet Union to immigrate to Israel where he quickly established himself as one of the most sought-after keyboard performers. Presently, he resides in New Haven, CT. A Grammy nominee, Mr. Berman is frequently invited to join juries of various international competitions.  

The 2pm concert and 3:30pm master class are free of charge and open to the public. These events are made possible by a generous grant from Women Supporting the Arts, a program of the Arts Foundation of Martin County, and the Jureit Musicales.

Treasure Coast Music Teachers Association presents

Master Class with Boris Berman

Sunday, March 3 | 3:30pm–5pm

Blake Library

Treasure Coast Music Teachers Association presents a Piano Concert at 2pm followed by a Piano Master Class at 3:30pm.

Talented piano students will perform for guest artist Boris Berman who will then instruct and demonstrate for each student. Audience members, parents, and teachers will enjoy the interaction between a concert artist and advanced piano students. 

The 2pm concert and 3:30pm master class are free of charge and open to the public. These events are made possible by a generous grant from Women Supporting the Arts, a program of the Arts Foundation of Martin County, and the Jureit Musicales.

Discover Digitization @ the Library!

Monday, March 4 | 10:30am–11:30am

Blake Library

Looking to digitize your personal media collection? Come discover what you can do at the Blake Library's idea {memory} lab! We'll showcase the equipment available and review what you'll need to get started. Whether it's home videos or your favorite vinyl records, we'll help you keep the memories alive and share them with generations to come! Registration requested. Register here.

Baseball: A Film Series by Ken Burns

Tuesdays, March 5, 12 & 26 | 10:30am–12pm

Blake Library

Get into the swing for baseball this spring! Here is the story of America's national pastime from master storyteller Ken Burns. It is an epic overflowing with heroes and hopefuls, scoundrels and screwballs. A saga spanning the quest for racial justice, the clash of labor and management, the immigrant experience, the transformation of popular culture, and the enduring appeal of the national pastime. This Chautauqua South event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Drop-In American Mahjong

Tuesdays, March 5 & 12 | 1pm–3pm

Blake Library

An open game play for players of all levels with an understanding of the basics. The National Mahjong League 2023 card and rules will be used for a 3- to 4-handed play. Bring a current 2023 card and set if you have one. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Language Exchange Class

Tuesdays, March 5, 12 & 26 | 5:30pm–6:30pm

Blake Library

Join us for a chance to meet people from different cultural backgrounds and swap languages in a fun, flexible and relaxed way! In this program, we attempt to pair you with a buddy who is a fluent speaker of a language of your choice and who wants to learn a language that you can fluently speak. All backgrounds and languages are welcome! No registration required.

Coastal Lecture Series

Tuesdays, March 5 & 12 | 6:30pm–7:45pm

Blake Library

Mark your calendars—Florida Oceanographic Society's Coastal Lecture Series returns to the Blake Library with thought-provoking lectures focused on topics that are relevant to everyone who lives in coastal Florida. These science- and conservation-themed lectures will be held from 6:30-7:45pm Tuesday evenings through March 12. Attend in person or via Zoom. Please visit www.floridaocean.org for additional information.

3D Printing: Past, Present, and Future

Thursday, March 7 | 2pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

Come learn the basics of 3D printing. We’ll discuss the history of 3D printing, its current state and modern application, and how YOU can get started. We’ll cover how to submit a file to the 3D printer at Blake Library and demonstrate how it works. Registration required. Register here.

Creativebug Craft: Air Plant Hangers

Friday, March 8 | 12pm–1pm

Blake Library

Make a geometric air plant hanger using simple straws and strings. We'll provide supplies and follow along to the craft video available via Creativebug. Registration required. Register here.

Saturday Movies: Arts & Humanities

Saturday, March 9 | 2pm–5pm

Blake Library

Trinity: Classically Irish (1hr) [NR] 2022

Three amazing and accomplished young Irish singers making up the cast of PBS's newest Celtic music project, Trinity, perform fresh arrangements of beloved songs. Emmet O'Hanlon, Conor Murphy, and Ronan Scolard all have performance experience on stages around the world. This Chautauqua South event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Fiction Writing Workshop: Plot Structure & Theme

Sunday, March 10 | 2pm–4pm

Blake Library

Explore the Western 3-act and 5-act plot structure as well as the Eastern 4-act Kishotenketsu. Explore how to use storyboards. Identify themes. Participate in a series of generative, interactive writing activities. Suitable for new writers or those with works in progress. This Chautauqua South event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Register here.

Knit & Crochet Circle

Sundays, March 10 & 24| 3:30pm–4:30pm

Blake Library

Join us at the Blake Library for an afternoon of knitting, crocheting, and other fiber arts. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own project to work on or start something new while sharing your skills with other enthusiastic fiber artists! Materials will be available for attendees including knitting needles, crochet hooks, and yarn (while supplies last). Please note: While skill-sharing is encouraged, this is not a formal class, and an instructor will not always be available. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Sampler Book Club

Monday, March 11 | 2pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

This month, we’ll discuss Horse by Geraldine Brooks. Copies of this title will be available for pickup at this branch beginning February 12, until supplies last.

Introduction to the Internet

Wednesday, March 13 | 2pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

Learn how to go to websites through links, go directly to web addresses, and find websites using a search engine. Registration required. Register here.

Martin County Genealogical Society – Membership Meeting

Friday, March 15 | 1pm–3pm

Blake Library

Join us at 1pm for the regular MCGS business meeting, followed by social mixing and refreshments. The presentation begins at 2pm.

We’re Talking about Our Spunky Grandmothers

Join us as we showcase three of our own:

• A fille du roi, who answered King Louis XIV’s call to colonize New France;

• An educator and social activist who opened the first orphanage for African Americans in the South;

• A widow who, despite German inheritance laws, managed to keep the family business.

Challenges, unknowns, determination, perseverance—these grandmothers have stories to tell! Presented by MCGS members Evi Eskin, Cindy Todd, and Lisa Tompson.

Try AI

Friday, March 15 | 2:30pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

Curious about Artificial Intelligence? Join us for a hands-on, interactive experience where you can experiment with artificial intelligence in a relaxed and informal setting. Registration required. Register here.

Atlantic Classical Orchestra: Behind the Curtain Series

Saturday, March 16 | 11am–12:30pm

Blake Library

Behind the Curtain Series III

Join ACO musicians for a very special education program that breaks down the process of putting together a chamber concert. Held in January, February, and March, these sessions provide a unique learning experience of how these professionals prepare individually, and how they work together (without a conductor!) to bring some of the most beautiful music ever written to life. Each session includes a Q&A and ends with the performance of one piece from their entire program.

March 16: Aleksandr Zhuk, violin; Ashley Garritson, cello; Kaitlin Springer, viola; Tina Apelgren, flute

The Flute Summons

The flute has been around. From the ancient Egyptians and mythological satyrs to shepherds and Janissaries—it is an instrument loved for its pure, sweet sound, its agility, and its singing nature. Mozart and Beethoven exploit these qualities in spades in two works putting the flute front and center. Seating is limited. This Chautauqua South event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Sunday Cinema Series

Sunday, March 17 | 2pm–4pm

Blake Library

Waking Ned Devine (1hr 31min) [PG] 1998

Raucous and fun—Irish comedy at its best. When good friends Jackie O’Shea (Ian Bannen) and Michael O’Sullivan (David Kelly) discover someone in their small Irish village has won the lottery, they immediately set off to see if the winner is in a sharing mood. Deducing that Ned Devine is the lucky man, O’Shea and O’Sullivan pay him a visit, only to find him dead from shock. Since Devine is the only one who can claim the prize, the townsfolk band together to convince the claim inspector that O’Sullivan is really Devine and split the cash. This Chautauqua South event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

iPhone Basics

Tuesday, March 19 | 2pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

Learn how to get started using your iPhone! Topics include settings, contacts, browsing the web, and more—with hands-on activities and visual guides. Registration required. Register here.

Creativebug Craft: Embroidered Constellations

Friday, March 22 | 12pm–1pm

Blake Library

Bring the night sky into your home with hand-embroidered zodiac constellations. We’ll provide supplies and follow along to the craft video available via Creativebug. Registration required. Register here.

Adult Yoga with Kim

Saturday, March 23 | 10:30am–12pm

Blake Library

Join Kim Moir from Two Rivers Yoga for a free yoga session. Please bring your own mat. All levels of Vinyasa welcome. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Treasure Coast Classical Guitar Society Orchestra

Sunday, March 24 | 3pm–4:30pm

Blake Library

The TCCGS Guitar Orchestra is the Society’s largest performance ensemble, and members play pieces from classical and popular music from the Baroque through modern eras. A community for classical guitar enthusiasts, the Treasure Coast Classical Guitar Society was formed in 2010 to promote the appreciation of classical guitar, provide opportunities for guitarists of all levels to meet and play together, and to sponsor professional concerts.

Book Gossip

Monday, March 25 | 12pm–1pm

Blake Library

Join us for this unique book club to broaden your reading horizons. An informal opportunity to meet new friends, browse pre-publication books, hear what others are reading, and share books you have read.

iPad Q&A

Wednesday, March 27 | 2pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

Have questions about using your iPad or taking advantage of its various features? Join us for an informal drop-in Q&A session and get your questions answered. Bring your device if you have one. Questions will be answered on a first come, first served basis.

Intro to Tinkercad

Thursday, March 28 | 2pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

Interested in creating your own 3D prints, but not sure where to start? Tinkercad is a free, online software that’s simple enough for everyone, from students to seniors. Used by designers and hobbyists, and everyone in between, Tinkercad allows users to design things like toys, prototypes, home decor, and more! Basic computer literacy skills required. Registration required. Register here.

Father & Child Resource Center: Father Matters Workshop

Thursday, March 28 | 6pm–7pm

Blake Library

A fun interactive monthly workshop hosted by Martin County Healthy Start Coalition’s David Cardno Fatherhood Initiative addressing a host of timely parental needs such as couples communication, activities with child, and role modeling proper behavior.

Computing Basics

Friday, March 29 | 2:30pm–3:30pm

Blake Library

This class is for beginning computer users. You will learn computer basics such as the desktop and opening programs, plus get extensive practice using the mouse to navigate around the computer. Registration required. Register here.

Beginner English Class/Clase de inglés para principiantes

Saturdays, March 2,9, 16, 23 & 30 | 11:15am–12:15pm

Elisabeth Lahti Library

Learn the basics to listen, speak, read, and write in English! Space is limited. ¡Aprende los conceptos básicos para escuchar, hablar, leer, y escribir en inglés ! Espacio limitado. Se equire registro. Registration required. Register here.

DanceBlast

Saturday, March 2 | 2pm–3pm

Elisabeth Lahti Library

DanceBlast is a fast-paced, energetic dance fitness class that uses all styles of dance. For everyone ages 10 and up. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Tecnología en español

Tuesdays, March 12 & 26 | 6pm–7pm

Elisabeth Lahti Library

¿Tienes problemas con un dispositivo ? La biblioteca te puede ayudar durante una entrevista de 30 minutos. Venga con una pregunta específica y relacionada con la tecnología, o un objetivo de aprendizaje que le gustaría lograr.

Adult Take and Make: Paint by Numbers

Saturday, March 23 | 10am–5:30pm

Elisabeth Lahti Library

This Take and Make is a perfect creative activity for adults looking to unwind and explore their artistic side. With easy-to-follow instructions and all the necessary materials included, you can enjoy the therapeutic process of painting at your own pace. This event is for adults only. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Register here.

Yoga with Tracy

Tuesdays, March 5 | 3pm–4pm

Hobe Sound Public Library

Join instructor Tracy Maxwell for an hour of relaxing yoga. This event is for people who would love to learn the fundamentals of yoga. All levels are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat for the class. No registration required.

Weekly Cribbage Game

Tuesdays, March 5 & 26 | 1pm–3pm

Hobe Sound Public Library

Come and join us for a weekly cribbage game at the library. Bring your own cribbage board or learn how to play this fun game. All levels are welcome.

iPhone Intermediate: Tips & Tricks

Tuesday, March 5 | 2pm–3pm

Hobe Sound Public Library

Take your iPhone skills to the next level! Learn about the Calendar, Reminders, email, and more—with hands-on activities and visual guides. Registration required. Register here.

Irish Musician Brendan Nolan

Thursday, March 7 | 3pm–4pm

Hobe Sound Public Library

Popular Irish musician Brendan Nolan presents a taste of Ireland in music and song as he entertains with his rich baritone voice on guitar and bodhrán. No tickets required. This Chautauqua South event is funded by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Stitches of Kindness

Wednesday, March 13 | 2pm–4pm

Hobe Sound Public Library

Use your creativity and craft to spread kindness around Martin County by knitting or crocheting items to be donated. The current project is making walker-bags for the community. Beginners and advanced are welcome and we have patterns available for those that cannot make it in person. All materials are provided. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Paint a Manatee with Susi Parriott!

Thursday, March 21 | 2pm–4pm

Hobe Sound Public Library

Painting fun with Susi Parriott! Come paint a lovely manatee figurine with step-by-step directions. Super fun! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Register here.

Ageless Grace Chair Fitness

Fridays, March 22 & 29 | 10am–11am

Hobe Sound Public Library

As we continue our Adult & Caregivers Connection: Join us for a Virtual class in our Community Room for a cutting-edge brain fitness program based on neuroplasticity that activates all five functions of the brain—analytical, strategic, kinesthetic learning, memory/recall, and creativity, plus imagination—and simultaneously addresses all 21 physical skills needed for lifelong optimal function. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Register here.

Creativebug Craft: Embroidered Constellations

Friday, March 1 | 12pm–1pm

Hoke Library

Bring the night sky into your home with hand-embroidered zodiac constellations. We'll provide supplies and follow along to the craft video available via Creativebug. Registration required. Register here.

Android Basics

Friday, March 1 | 3pm–4:30pm

Hoke Library

Learn how to get started using your Android device! Topics include settings, contacts, browsing the web, and more—with hands-on activities and visual guides. Registration required. Register here.

Tech Q&A

Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 10:30am–12pm

Hoke Library

Questions about your device? Join us for this casual drop-in session where we'll help find answers to your questions. If you can, bring your device with you! Questions will be addressed on a first come, first served basis.

Yoga

Fridays, March 8 & 22 | 2pm–3:30pm

Hoke Library

Join Kim Moir from Two Rivers Yoga for a free afternoon yoga session. Please bring your own mat. All levels of Vinyasa welcome. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Butterfly Garden Experience

Saturday, March 9 | 10:30am–12:30pm

Hoke Library

Join us for National Butterfly Day at the Hoke Library to learn about and celebrate one of our favorite creatures—the butterfly. Topics include nectar source and larval host plants, butterflies that can be easily attracted to our area, and so many more interesting facts! We will also be raffling off a limited variety of plants that butterflies love to enjoy and you'll get to take home, so don't miss out! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Discover the Nintendo Switch @ The Library!

Wednesday, March 13 | 3pm–5pm

Hoke Library

If you've been wanting to try video games, this is your chance! Attend this family-friendly program to experience a selection of games for the Nintendo Switch! For everyone from 1 to 92. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Creativebug Craft: Air Plant Hangers

Friday, March 15 | 12pm–1pm

Hoke Library

Make a geometric air plant hanger using simple straws and strings. We'll provide supplies and follow along to the craft video available via Creativebug. Registration required. Register here.

Hoke Library Book Discussion Group

Friday, March 15 | 2pm–3:30pm

Hoke Library

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Connie Fitzsimmons, Facilitator

The 1715 Plata Fleet

Saturday, March 16 | 12:30pm–1:30pm

Hoke Library

Join IRSC's Professor Ronald Grenville Frazer as he discusses the tragic history of the 1715 Plata Fleet and all its treasure that was lost at sea along our local Florida coastline. This Chautauqua South event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

DanceBlast for Adults and Teens

Saturday, March 2 | 10:30am–11:30am

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

DanceBlast is a fast-paced, energetic dance fitness class that uses all styles of dance including Latin, ballroom, hip hop, country, swing, line dance, belly dance, etc., mixed with an exciting music playlist. DanceBlast combines cardio training with strength building and flexibility techniques, offering you a fun, world-class workout right here at your local library! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Write Club

Saturdays, March 2 & 16 | 10:30am–12:30pm

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

Love to write, but struggling with writer's block or lack of motivation? Do you have a story you want to put on paper? Maybe you would like to leave a memoir for your family. You are not alone! Overcome your concerns and learn confident, effective writing with the members of the Cummings Library Write Club. Our group encourages and fosters creative writing by providing support and networking opportunities for both aspiring and published authors in all genres. The initial portion of every session includes an in-depth presentation on writing such as narration, character and plot development, dialogue, and other concepts that will improve and enhance your story. During the balance of the session, members read what they have written for valuable feedback from other members to hone one's skill. Join us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month. June O'Brien, Facilitator

The Peter & Julie Cummings Library and Its Wildly Wonderful Wetlands!

Wednesday, March 6 | 10:30am–11:30am

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

Come learn about how wetlands function, their value to our community, how we can protect them, and more. Topics will include hydrology, water quality, biological indicators, native plants, and wildlife. This Chautauqua South event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Artificial Intelligence 101

Saturday, March 9 | 10:30am–12pm

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

Confused about what Artificial Intelligence is? What is “machine learning”? Learn about some of the core ideas and concepts behind AI, exploring some of its most exciting applications and opportunities! Registration required. Register here.

Spring Craft & Sewing Stash Swap

Saturday, March 9 | 2pm–4pm

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

Refresh your sewing/crafting stash by swapping or sharing unused items. Drop off your usable fabric, yarn, lace, batting, trims, buttons, notions, and needlework supplies during library hours, March 5-8. Return on March 9 and choose new-to-you supplies to take home with renewed inspiration. Unfinished projects welcome. All items are free for sharing, no need to bring anything to participate. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Meet the Quilters: The 2024 Gone to Pieces Quilt Challenge

Tuesday, March 12 | 2pm–3pm

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

Each year, the Gone To Pieces Quilt Group issues a “challenge” to the members. On display in March 2024 will be “In the Library.” This year there is no fabric or shape chosen to be included in the quilt as a prominent element. Each quilter will use the theme to spark their imagination. Come meet the quilters who will explain their unique perspective of what this challenge means to them and what inspired their designs and techniques.

Creating for a Cause

Thursday, March 14 | 1pm–2:30pm

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

Join this informal group to stitch, knit, crochet, or craft items to be donated to local or national programs. Bring your ideas, enthusiasm, and skills or learn new ones. We have supplies, notions, and four sewing machines. We have projects for hand-stitching, machine-sewing, and no-sewing! We're making pet beds and toys for the Humane Society, wheelchair/walker caddies, fidget/sensory quilts, lap quilts, and mug rugs. Adults and teens welcome. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Android Basics

Saturday, March 23 | 10:30am–12pm

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

Learn how to get started using your Android device! Topics include settings, contacts, browsing the web, and more—with hands-on activities and visual guides. Registration required. Register here.

Elisabeth “Betty” Lahti Memorial Concert Series:

Paraguayan Harpist Marcos Vega

Saturday, March 23 | 2pm–3pm

Peter & Julie Cummings Library

A longtime favorite of this popular concert series, internationally known Paraguayan harpist Marcos Vega will present an enchanting afternoon of world music. Underwritten by a grant from Elisabeth Lahti awarded to The Library Foundation of Martin County, Inc. Free tickets are required and available for pickup at the Peter & Julie Cummings Library beginning March 19. A limit of two tickets per person, please.

Yoga

Fridays, March 1 & 15 | 2pm–3:30pm

Robert Morgade Library

Join Kim Moir from Two Rivers Yoga for a free yoga session. Please bring your own mat. All levels of Vinyasa welcome. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

Beginner English Class/Clase de inglés para principiantes

Saturdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 | 10:30am–11:30am

Robert Morgade Library

Recommended for individuals who want to learn basic English. Topics include basic vocabulary, common expressions, and beginner grammar. Class is conducted in English. Space is limited. Esta clase se recomienda para personas que desean aprender inglés básico. Los temas incluyen vocabulario básico, expresiones comunes y gramática para principiantes. La clase se lleva a cabo en inglés. El espacio es limitado, es necesario registrarse. Registration required. Register here.

Cricut Creation Club

Saturday, March 2 | 2pm–3:30pm

Robert Morgade Library

Whether you're a seasoned crafter or new to the world of Cricut, join us at this casual event where you can learn, create, and connect with fellow crafters in a welcoming and supportive environment! Feel free to bring your own project ideas and supplies. You can also use the supplies we have provided!

Discover the Flight Simulator!

Saturday, March 9 | 10:30am–12:30pm

Robert Morgade Library

Come fly with us! The Robert Morgade Library houses a professional-grade flight simulator giving you the experience of piloting your own plane—without ever leaving the ground! Quickly visit and discover this simulator and chat with our Chief Simulator Instructor Pilot or one of his experienced volunteer Instructors. Ideal for ages 10 and up. Keep up to date with Flight Club by subscribing to our newsletter. Go here and select Library - Flight Club, as well as any other library newsletters you wish to receive.

Flight Club

Saturday, March 9 | 2pm–3pm

Robert Morgade Library

Monthly meeting of the idea lab Flight Simulator group. All are welcome, you do not need to be a Flight Club member to attend. This month we revisit maps and charts, and how we use them to plan out flights. Ideal for ages 10 and up. Keep up to date with Flight Club by subscribing to our newsletter. Go here and select Library - Flight Club, as well as any other library newsletters you wish to receive. Registration required. Register here.

Color Circle

Tuesday, March 12 | 1:30pm–3pm

Robert Morgade Library

Join us for an adult coloring session and make some new friends! Adult coloring helps you relax, reduce stress, and lets out your creative side. No experience or supplies? No worries! Bring your own coloring to work on or use our supplies that will be provided. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Register here.

Cricut Craft: Vinyl Votives

Saturday, March 16 | 3pm–4pm

Robert Morgade Library

Come and see the Cricut in motion as we decorate votive candles with vinyl silhouettes! The Cricut will handle all of the cutting work, so all you will need to do is decorate as you please. All supplies will be provided. Registration required. Register here.

iPhone Intermediate: Tips & Tricks

Friday, March 22 | 2pm–3:30pm

Robert Morgade Library

Take your iPhone skills to the next level! Learn about the Calendar, Reminders, email, and more—with hands-on activities and visual guides. Registration required. Register here.

Literature & Poetry Series presented by Dr. Roderick C. Hofer

Tuesday, March 26 | 2pm–4pm

Robert Morgade Library

In monthly sessions Dr. Roderick Hofer will lead discussions on selected poems. This month's selections are Revaluation: Then Again featuring Ada Límon, “New National Anthem”; Eleanor Wilner, “High Noon at Los Alamos”; and Robert Hayden, “The Tattooed Man.” This Chautauqua South series is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Wednesday, March 27 | 5pm–6pm

Robert Morgade Library

Study and practice for the 100 questions of the U.S. Citizenship Test and what to expect at the interview! Recommended for individuals who have submitted their application for naturalization, or who are in the process of doing so. Comfort with the English language is required. Registration required. Register here.