St. Pete Beach Public Library News<\/p>\n
ST. PETE BEACH \u2014 The St. Pete Beach Public Library is at 365 73rd Ave. Here is a schedule of upcoming events.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Monday, Dec. 8, 5-5:45 p.m. \u2014 Mayor\u2019s Open Office: Ask questions and discuss concerns with St. Pete Beach Mayor Adrian Petrila.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Tuesdays, 10 a.m.\u2014 Story Time. For children ages 5 and younger and their caregivers. Explore stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and support motor development.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 4-5 p.m. \u2014 Community Care Craft: Blankets for Cold Night Shelters. We\u2019ll be making no-sew fleece blankets to donate to local cold night shelters. No sewing experience is needed; just bring your helping hands and community spirit. All materials will be provided.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Wednesday, Dec. 10, 1-4 p.m. \u2014 Mahjong. We\u2019ll provide both the American and Chinese versions of the game. This is not an instructional or guided gaming program. Seating is limited.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Thursday, Dec. 11, 6 p.m. \u2014 Forrest McCurren: Songs & Stories: Join us for songs and stories from this recent contestant on the CBS country competition show, The Road. Forrest McCurren and Margaret are joining us to share stories and songs, all the way from Jefferson City, Mo.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Friday, Dec. 12, noon. \u2014 Feature Film: Join us for a feature film and light refreshments. See spblibrary.com<\/a> for movie details.<\/p>\n \u2022 Saturday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m. \u2014 Game On: Try out our all-ages interactive projector game system, our interactive lightboard, and our interactive game table.<\/p>\n \u2022 Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. \u2014 Tech Help Saturdays: We offer help with technology basics for phones, computers, and library-related applications. (We do not make repairs). Walk in, sign up for a 30-minute appointment at https:\/\/calendly.com\/stpbeachlibrary\/30min<\/a> or call 727-363-9238. All other library services will be suspended during this time.<\/p>\n Visit SPBLibrary.com<\/a> for details about other programs.<\/p>\n Gulf Beaches Library news<\/p>\n MADEIRA BEACH \u2014 The Gulf Beaches Public Library is located at 200 Municipal Drive in Madeira Beach. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website at gulfbeacheslibrary.org<\/a>. Here is a schedule of upcoming events:<\/p>\n \u2022 Writers Group: Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon.<\/p>\n \u2022 Adult Coloring Book Group: Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon. Coloring books, markers, and colored pencils will be provided.<\/p>\n \u2022 International Movie: Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Delegation.<\/p>\n \u2022 Library App Help: Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. For help with Libby, Kanopy, and Hoopla.<\/p>\n \u2022 Mahjong: Thursdays, 11 a.m. Old and new members welcome.<\/p>\n \u2022 Investment Club: Thursdays, 2:30-4 p.m.<\/p>\n \u2022 Meditation: Fridays, 11 a.m.-noon. Relax and rejuvenate at the end of the week.<\/p>\n \u2022 Scrabble: Fridays, 1-4 p.m.<\/p>\n \u2022 Storytime: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. ages 2 and under; Fridays at 10:30 a.m. ages 2-4.<\/p>\n \u2022 Book Club: Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 10:30 a.m. The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yogo Ogawa.<\/p>\n \u2022 Adult Art Class: Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 5-7:30 p.m. Watercolor class with artist Deb Barnard. All materials will be provided. Registration required.<\/p>\n Gulf Beach Masons help feed local families<\/p>\n MADEIRA BEACH \u2014 Gulf Beach Masonic Lodge No. 291, continuing its longstanding tradition of community service, provided holiday food baskets to 10 local families this Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n Lodge members assembled and personally delivered the baskets, which included a large turkey, pies, and all the traditional side dishes.<\/p>\n For more than 45 years, the Lodge has carried out this charitable effort as part of its commitment to serving the Gulf Beaches community. In 2021, the program was formally named the Bengston Holiday Basket Program in honor of Brother Nils Peter Bengston, a dedicated longtime member who led and expanded the initiative for many years. This year\u2019s program was organized and overseen by Brothers Albert Yoder and Jim Tizzano.<\/p>\n Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade returns<\/p>\n TREASURE ISLAND \u2014 Mark your calendars for Saturday, Dec. 20, as one of Tampa Bay’s most loved traditions sets sail: the Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade.<\/p>\n The sparkling spectacle starts at 5:45 p.m. behind Publix and weaves through the scenic inlets of Boca Ciega Bay, ending in a grand finale at John’s Pass.<\/p>\n However, due to the ongoing construction of the living shoreline at Treasure Bay, there will be no official watch party this year.<\/p>\n