March Programs @ Your Library

Preschool (Ages 3-5) Story Time   Inspire your future reader at our preschool story time. Join us for exciting stories selected just for children ages 3-5 years old. Programs will be held in Youth Services program room on Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m.

                March 1^st; “Box it Up”

               March 7^th&8^th; “Woodland Creatures”

                March 14^th&15^th; “Monster Mayhem”

                March 21^st&22^nd; NO PROGRAMS—Spring Break

                March 28^th&29^th; “Spring has Sprung”

American Girls History Mystery Book Club   This club for girls in 2^nd-6^th grade will meet the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until noon in the YS program room. Registration is required as space is limited. Girls must sign up in YS for each meeting, check out the book or purchase your own copy, and finish the book before the meeting date. We will meet March 17^th to discuss “Midnight in Lonesome Hollow: A Kit Mystery” by Kathleen Ernst, from 10:00-12:00. Girls MUST be registered to attend so please call 279-4863 x1514 to reserve a seat.

Come Celebrate Woman’s History Month with Marjory Stoneman Douglas: An Activist’s Life  Join the Friends of the Niceville Library as they host this enlightening program on Florida’s own “Marjory Stoneman Douglas: An Activist's Life.”  Author and historian, Jack E. Davis from the University of Florida will discuss the public life of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, who in 1998 died at age108 as Florida's longest living activist.

This FREE program will be held at the Niceville Community Center, 204 Partin Drive N., adjacent to the Library on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 11:00 am.   For more information or to reserve your spot call the library at 279-4863 ext 1504.  This exciting program is the third in a series “Florida: Then and Now” funded by a grant from the Florida Humanities Council.

Baby Bookworms   This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Program is suited for children from birth to age 3. Please meet in YS program room on 2^nd & 4^th Fridays each month. Prewalkers -9:30, Walkers up to age three-10:30. This month our programs are on March 9^th & 23^rd.

After School Program   “Catch the Magic School Bus” each month in Youth Services! Children ages 6-12 years old meet the second Tuesday of each month from 4:15-5:30 in the program room. Every month the program will focus on a different Magic School Bus book and will include fun facts, hands-on activities, cool science and of course a Ms. Frizzle mystery or two. Children are encouraged to check out related books and are always welcome to share what they’ve read and learned along the way. Space is limited so registration is required. March 13^th “The Magic School Bus Goes with the Flow”.  Please call 279-4863 x1514.

Teen Space-Ages 13-17    Teen Space Activities

Wed. March 7^th;    Decorate the Teen Space for St. Patrick’s Day

Thurs. March 8^th;   Guest speaker, Niceville PD Lieutenant Macon,   

                                  2:45p.m. in Teen Space

Wed. March 14^th;   Celebrate March Birthdays

Thurs. March 15^th;   Teen Advisory Meeting, 2:30 p.m.

Tues. March 27^th;    Jewelry Making Craft Day, 2:00 p.m.

Friday March 30^th,   Book Club meeting 2:00 p.m., “Sabriel” by Nix.

Guest Speaker -   Lieutenant Macon from the Niceville PD will be a guest speaker in the Teen Space Thursday, March 8^th @ 2:45 p.m. for ages 13-17. Lieutenant Macon will speak about several relevant issues that affect the lives of teens every day. Pizza will be served.

Tutoring for Teens - Math, English and Writing tutoring is now available by appointment. For information or to sign up for a specific day & time, please contact 279-4863 x1514 or inquire at the YS desk.

Scrabble Anyone? @ Niceville Library    Do you enjoy playing Scrabble? If so, here’s a great opportunity to have fun, meet new people and play some Scrabble, as the small conference room at the Niceville Public Library will be set up with Scrabble boards for the adult community to play and enjoy on Wednesday, March 7 and 21 beginning at 9:30 a.m. Please keep in mind that you don’t have to be an expert to participate and all skill levels are welcome. So bring your friends or come on your own and join in the fun!  For further information please phone 279-4863 x 1504.

 

Niceville Library Teen Program

Thursday, March 8th, @ 2:45 pm, Lt. Macon from the Niceville Police Dept will be a guest speaker in the Teen Space area of the Niceville Public Library.  All area teens ages 13 - 17 are invited to hear Lt. Macon speak about several relevant issues that affect the lives of teens every day.  Refreshments will be served. 

For more information call the Youth Services department @ 279-4863 Ext. 1514.

Check Out Our February Programs

Preschool (Ages 3-5) Story Time Inspire your future reader at our preschool story time. Join us for exciting stories selected just for children ages 3-5 years old. Programs will be held in Youth Services program room on Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m.

Feb. 1st&2nd; “Fun in the Jungle”

Feb. 8th&9th; “Valentines” After story time, visit the Children’s Park and get a surprise for finding a hidden heart.
Feb. 15th&16th; “Stop, Drop & Read” The Children’s Park will have a surprise in the park along with a fire truck parked next to the entrance.
Feb. 22nd&23rd; “Mother Goose & Friends”
Feb. 29th&30th; “Box it Up!”

American Girls History Mystery Book Club This club for girls in 2nd-6th grade will meet the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until noon in the YS program room. Registration is required as space is limited. Girls must sign up in YS for each meeting, check out the book or purchase your own copy, and finish the book before the meeting date. We will meet Feb. 18th to discuss “Secrets on 26th Street” by Elizabeth McDavid Jones, from 10:00-12:00. Girls MUST be registered to attend so please call 279-4863 x1514 to reserve a seat.

Following in Zora Neale Hurston’s Footsteps Author and guest speaker, Dr. Anna Lillios from the University of Central Florida will take you on a journey through an important time in Florida’s history as she shares the life of author, folklorist, and anthropologist Zora Neale Huston and the town where she grew up, Eatonville, FL. This FREE program will be held at the Niceville Community Center on Wednesday, February 8, at 11:00 am. This exciting program is the first in a series “Florida: Then and Now” funded by a grant from the Florida Humanities Council and hosted by the Library Friends. Space is limited. Be sure to reserve your spot by calling the library at 279-4863 ext 1507.

Baby Bookworms This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Program is suited for children from birth to age 3. Please meet in YS program room on 2nd & 4th Fridays each month. Prewalkers -9:30, Walkers up to age three-10:30. This month our programs are on Feb. 10th & 24th.

Pamper Me Program It’s that time again.....”PAMPER ME”.....This year will be our 10th anniversary pampering the ladies of our community. “Pamper Me Program” will take place on Saturday, February 11, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the Niceville Community Center. Admission is $3.00 per person and is for ladies ages 12 and older. Don’t miss this fun and relaxing program!

After School Program “Catch the Magic School Bus” each month in Youth Services! Children ages 6-12 years old meet the second Tuesday of each month from 4:15-5:30 in the program room. Every month the program will focus on a different Magic School Bus book and will include fun facts, hands-on activities, cool science and of course a Ms. Frizzle mystery or two. Children are encouraged to check out related books and are always welcome to share what they’ve read and learned along the way. Space is limited so registration is required. February 14th The Magic School Bus Has a Heart”. Please call 279-4863 x1514.

Looking Back @ Niceville’s History Come spend an evening with Elisa Mitchiner as she “Looks Back” on the rich heritage of historic Niceville, FL originally known as Boggy, Florida (up to 1910). Discover interesting facts and view photographs and maps from Niceville’s early development. This FREE program will be held at the Niceville Community Center on Tuesday, February 21, at 6:30 pm. This exciting program is the first in a series “Florida: Then and Now” funded by a grant from the Florida Humanities Council and hosted by the Library Friends. Space is limited. For more information or to reserve your spot call the library at 279-4863 ext 1504.

Scrabble Anyone? @ Niceville Library  Do you enjoy playing Scrabble? If so, here's a great opportunity to have fun, meet new people and play some Scrabble, as the small conference room at the Niceville Public Library will be set up with Scrabble boards for the adult community to play and enjoy on Wednesday, Feb. 1 and 15 beginning at 9:30 a.m. Please keep in mind that you don't have to be an expert to participate and all skill levels are welcome. So bring your friends or come on your own and join in the fun! For further information please phone 279-4863 ext 1504.

Teen Space-Ages 13-17
Friday, Feb. 10th; “Make Valentines”

Thursday, Feb. 16th, Teen Advisory meeting, 2:30 p.m.

Tutoring for Teens; Math, English and Writing tutoring is now available by appointment. For information or to sign up for a specific day & time, please contact 279-4863 x1514 or inquire at the YS desk.

Contact Youth Services @ 279-4863 x1514 or email khouston@okaloosa.lib.fl.us for questions or more teen info.

Art Exhibit @ Your Library The artwork of the Joe Oliver will be on exhibit at the Niceville Library beginning February 1 - 29. Joe lives in Georgia and has trained with the American Impressionist Larry Smith and Watercolorist Judy Huang.

Also on exhibit at the Library are woodwork sculptures and overlays by Art Bellen. His work features miniature fully operational wagons, star war characters, furniture as well as a few larger pieces.

AARP Tax Assistance

Volunteers from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) will provide free tax assistance at the Library.  Please stop by or call 279-4863 ext. 1504 to make an appointment.

Mondays 9:00 - 4:20

Wednesdays 9:00 - 1:00

Saturdays 9:00 - 1:00

Don't Miss These January Program/Events @ Your Library

American Girls History Mystery Book Club

This club for girls in 2nd-6th grade will meet the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until noon in the YS program room. Registration is required as space is limited. Girls must sign up in YS for each meeting, check out the book or purchase your own copy, and finish the book before the meeting date. January 21 for "A Bundle of Trouble: A Rebecca Mystery" by Kathryn Reiss. Please call 279-4863 x1514 to register.

Couponing 101

at the Niceville Community Center on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 beginning at 6:30 pm. This is a free program sponsored by the Friends of the Niceville Library in cooperation with UF/IFAS Okaloosa Co. Extension Service. Space is limited. Be sure to reserve your spot by calling the library at 279-4863 ext 1507.

Baby Bookworms

This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Program is suited for children from birth to age 3. Please meet in YS program room on 2nd & 4th Fridays each month. Prewalkers -9:30, Walkers up to age three-10:30. This month our programs will be on January 13th and 27th.

Teen Space-Ages 13-17
 
Friday, Jan. 20th; Wii Gaming, 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, Jan 26th, Movie & Popcorn, 2:30 p.m.

Reading Recommendations for the New Year - Books into Movies

 
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is in theaters now.  Please note that this movie isn't based on a particular story by Arthur Conan Doyle.

 War Horse by Michael Morpurgo   Joey the horse recalls his experiences growing up on an English farm, his struggle for survival as a cavalry horse during World War I, and his reunion with his beloved master. An excellent choice for young fans of historical fiction, appropriate for older elementary and teen readers. In theaters now.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson Forty years after the disappearance of Harriet Vanger from the secluded island owned and inhabited by the powerful Vanger family, her octogenarian uncle hires journalist Mikael Blomqvist and Lisbeth Salander, an unconventional young hacker, to investigate. In theaters now. 

 

The Descendants by Kaui Hart Hemmings A descendant of royalty and one of the largest landowers in Hawaii, Matthew King struggles to deal with his out-of-control daughters as well as his comatose wife, whom they are about to remove from lifesupport.  In theaters January 12, 2012.

Wondering what other books will be made into movies in 2012? Here's the scoop on some of the biggest movies based on books.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Niceville Library Staff!