{"id":77688,"date":"2025-12-09T23:55:04","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T23:55:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/77688\/"},"modified":"2025-12-09T23:55:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T23:55:04","slug":"around-town-beaches-news-briefs-beaches-9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/77688\/","title":{"rendered":"Around town: Beaches news briefs | Beaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>                                St. Pete Beach Public Library News<\/p>\n<p>ST. PETE BEACH \u2014 The St. Pete Beach Public Library set its schedule of upcoming events<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Monday, Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-noon. \u2014 Tech Help: Get help with technology basics for phones, computers, and library-related applications. Monday Tech help is on a walk-in only basis<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Monday, Dec. 15, 3 p.m. \u2014Tea at Three: Jane Austen Birthday Party: Enjoy tea and light refreshments during this special Jane Austen Birthday Party. Watching Mansfield Park.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Tuesdays, 10 a.m. \u2014 Story Time. This lively story time is perfect for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. Explore stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and support motor development.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Tuesday, Dec. 16, 5-5:45 p.m.\u2014 District 2 Commissioner\u2019s Open Office: Ask Commissioner Lisa Robinson questions and discuss concerns at the St. Pete Beach Library.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Wednesday, Dec. 17, 3 p.m. \u2014 SPHS Pitchforks Holiday Caroling<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Thursday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. \u2014 A Novel Idea Book Club: Join for a discussion of The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan and an end of year celebration. Email: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tbnweekly.com\/beaches\/mailto:spbbookclub@gmail.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">spbbookclub@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Friday, Dec. 19, noon. \u2014 Feature Film with light refreshments. See <a href=\"http:\/\/spblibrary.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">spblibrary.com<\/a> for movie details.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Saturday, Dec. 20, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. \u2014 Holiday Open House with the St. Pete Sax Quartet: Mingle, check out a wrapped book, make an ornament craft, and enjoy light refreshments and holiday beverages while enjoying the sounds of the St. Pete Sax Quartet.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Saturday, Dec. 20, 4 p.m. \u2014 Bonnie Traiman Celebration: Join us for a celebration in honor of Bonnie Traiman. A joyful gathering to honor the laughter, kindness, and comfort she shared with the community. There will be music, an opportunity to share memories, and a dedication ceremony.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. \u2014 Tech Help Saturdays: Get help with technology basics for phones, computers, and library-related applications. (no repairs made). Saturday Tech Help accepts walk-ins, sign up for a 30-minute appointment here: <a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/stpbeachlibrary\/30min\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/calendly.com\/stpbeachlibrary\/30min<\/a> or call 727-363-9238. Please note, because this program will be occurring after regular library hours, all other library services will be suspended during this time.<\/p>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/SPBLibrary.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SPBLibrary.com<\/a> for details about other programs.<\/p>\n<p>Gulf Beaches library news<\/p>\n<p>MADEIRA BEACH \u2014 The Gulf Beaches Public Library has released a schedule of upcoming events.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Writers Group: Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Adult Coloring Book Group: Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon. Coloring books, markers, and colored pencils will be provided.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Library App Help: Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. For help with Libby, Kanopy, and Hoopla.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Mahjong: Thursdays, 11 a.m. Old and new members welcome.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Investment Club: Thursdays, 2:30-4 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Meditation: Fridays, 11 a.m.-noon. Relax and rejuvenate at the end of the week.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Scrabble: Fridays, 1-4 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Storytime: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. ages 2 and under; Fridays at 10:30 a.m. ages 2-4.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Book Club: Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 10:30 a.m. The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yogo Ogawa.<\/p>\n<p>\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<p>The Gulf Beaches Public Library is located at 200 Municipal Drive and can be found on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Visit the library\u2019s website at <a href=\"http:\/\/gulfbeacheslibrary.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">gulfbeacheslibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Library sets used book sale at coffee shop<\/p>\n<p>INDIAN SHORES \u2014 During the month of December, the Indian Shores Library will hold a &#8220;Used Books Cart Sale&#8221; on Saturdays and Sundays, 8-10 a.m., at the Indian Shores Coffee Co., 19221 Gulf Blvd.<\/p>\n<p>Stop on by, grab a cup of Joe or your favorite coffee shop beverage, and settle in with a good book.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"St. Pete Beach Public Library News ST. 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