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Android Basics
Thursday, May 2 | 2pm–3:30pm
Blake 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.
Drop-In Adult Chess
Sundays, May 5, 12, 19 & 26 | 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. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
Drop-In American Mahjong
Tuesdays, May 7, 14 & 28 | 1pm–3pm
Blake Library
An open game play for players of all levels with an understanding of the basics. The National Mahjong League 2024 card and rules will be used for a 3- to 4-handed play. Bring a current 2024 card and set if you have one. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
Knit & Crochet Circle
Sundays, May 5 & 19 | 3:30pm–4:30pm
Blake Library
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.
Discover Digitization @ the Library!
Monday, May 6 | 10:30am–11:30am
Blake Library
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.
Language Exchange Class
Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21 & 28 | 5:30pm–6:30pm
Blake Library
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.
Google Basics
Wednesday, May 8 | 2pm–3:30pm
Blake Library
Learn to use the search engine Google and its many extras such as images, news, maps, etc. Registration required. Register here.
Creativebug Craft: Luminaria Candle Shades
Friday, May 10 | 12pm–1pm
Blake Library
These waxed paper lanterns come together quickly and easily and show off pressed flowers in a modern way. We'll provide supplies and follow along to the craft video available via Creativebug. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Register here.
Weekend Movies
Saturday, May 12 | 2pm–4pm
Blake Library
American Graffiti (1hr 53min) [PG] 1973
George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola team up to bring a star-studded cast to the screen. Ron Howard, Richard Dreyfuss, Harrison Ford, Cindy Williams, Mackenzie Phillips, and Suzanne Somers converge in this coming-of-age story sensitively told against a backdrop of great music. Cool! Light jacket or sweater recommended for the auditorium. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
Tech Time: Digitize Your Life
Mondays, May 13 & 20
10am–11am | Register here for this time
11am–12pm | Register here for this time
Blake Library
Need help? This session will offer one-on-one assistance to show you how to use the equipment you'll need. Registration required. Register above.
Sampler Book Club
Monday, May 13 | 2pm–3:30pm
Blake Library
Visionary Women: How Rachel Carson, Jane Jacobs, Jane Goodall, and Alice Waters Changed Our World by Andrea Barnet. Sophie Glazer, Facilitator. Copies of this title will be available for pickup at this branch beginning April 8, until supplies last.
Computing Basics
Monday, May 13 | 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.
Master Gardener Lecture Series
Thursday, May 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Blake Library
This is an educational library lecture hosted by the UF/IFAS Extension Florida Master Gardener Martin County program. This month's topic is Controlling Pests in the Garden and Landscape. For more information visit: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/martin/
Martin County Genealogical Society – Membership Meeting
Friday, May 17 | 1pm–3pm
Blake Library
Palm City History. Sandra Thurlow has lived in Martin County since 1961. She and her late husband, Tom, devoted decades to researching, collecting, and sharing local history. MCGS presents this talk in conjunction with Martin County Historic Preservation Month, coordinated each May by the Martin County Historic Preservation Board.
Tech Time: Digitize Your Life
Monday, May 20 | 10am–11am
Blake Library
Need help? This session will offer one-on-one assistance to show you how to use the equipment you'll need. Registration required. Register here.
Tech Time: Digitize Your Life
Monday, May 20 | 11am–12pm
Blake Library
Need help? This session will offer one-on-one assistance to show you how to use the equipment you'll need. Registration required. Register here.
Book Gossip
Mondays, May 20 & 27 | 12pm–1pm
Blake Library
Join us for this unique book club to broaden your reading horizons, discover new authors, titles, genres, and build your to be read (TBR) list. Book Gossip is a non-typical book club. This book club is no-pressure, meaning, you read what YOU want! Join us to talk about what you’ve enjoyed reading, what you’re currently reading, and what you’re reading next. New members are always welcome.
Basic Word Processing
Tuesday, May 21 | 2pm–3:30pm
Blake Library
Learn to create and format documents using the rich text formatting toolbar standard to all word processing programs. Registration required. Register here.
Creativebug Craft: Tissue Paper Pompoms
Friday, May 24 | 12pm–1pm
Blake Library
Oversized tissue paper pompoms bring a colorful and textured floral touch to any celebration. We'll provide supplies and follow along to the craft video available via Creativebug. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Register here.
Internet Safety and Privacy
Friday, May 24 | 2pm–3:30pm
Blake Library
The internet can be a wonderful resource. However, it can also be a scary place. We constantly hear of people getting information stolen through the web. Luckily there are some easy ways to protect your information from online criminals. Join us for Online Safety and Privacy. This class will teach you some simple methods for keeping your information safe while on the web. We will cover strong passwords, how to avoid phishing scams, and how to generally protect your personal information online. Registration required. Register here.
Weekend Movies
Sunday, May 26 | 2pm–4pm
Blake Library
Dead Poets Society (2hr 8min) [PG] 1989
This American coming-of-age drama film, directed by Peter Weir and written by Tom Schulman, stars Robin Williams. Set in 1959 at the fictional elite boarding school Welton Academy, it tells the story of an English teacher who inspires his students through his teaching of poetry using unorthodox methods. Light jacket or sweater recommended for the auditorium. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
Tech Q&A
Wednesday, May 29 | 2pm–3:30pm
Blake Library
Have questions about using your device? Join us for an informal, drop-in Q&A session and get your questions answered.
Father & Child Resource Center: Father Matters Workshop
Thursday, May 30 | 6pm–7pm
Blake Library
A fun interactive monthly workshop hosted by Martin County Healthy Start Coalition's David Cardno Fatherhood Initiative. This workshop addresses a host of timely parental needs such as couples communication, activities with child, and role modeling proper behavior.
Try AI
Friday, May 31 | 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.
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