Love Your Library Month
Love your Library Month is celebrated during February in libraries nationwide. This is a great time to recognize the important role libraries play in the cultural and economic success of local communities and the nation. Visit your local library in Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, Navarre, and Pace to let us know what you love about your library. We invite the community to join us in celebrating all of the wonderful things you can do in the library.
Tax Aide
Volunteers from AARP Tax-Aide will be assisting with taxes at three Santa RosaCounty libraries beginning in February and continuing through April 15. The AARP Tax-Aide program is the nation's largest free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service, providing service to millions of low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those ages 60 and older. Patrons are served on a first come–first served basis. Pre-registration is not accepted and space is limited, so arrive early! Please check the library website for additional details at http://www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries.
Gulf Breeze Library
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Milton Library
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursdays 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Navarre Library (through Saturday April 16)
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1p.m.
Storytime
Santa Rosa County Libraries provide storytime for 3 to 5 year olds who are able to attend without a caregiver during the following times hrough Feb. 26:
• 11 – 11:30 a.m. on Mondays at the Jay Library
• 11 – 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Navarre Library
• 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Milton Library
• 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Gulf Breeze Library
• 11 – 11:30 a.m. on Fridays at the Pace Library
In consideration of all participants, programs will start promptly at the assigned times.
Please check the library website for additional details at http://www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries.
Genealogy Research Assistance – Milton Library
Mondays, 9 a.m. – noon
On Mondays from 9 a.m. until noon, library volunteers are available at the Milton Library located at 5541 Alabama St., to give general genealogy research guidance; one-on-one assistance in using online and print genealogy resources for family researchers; and assistance in filling out ancestral charts and family group records. Beginners and seasoned researchers are invited to use these services. To ensure a volunteer is available to assist you, please call before you visit.
Friends of the Pace Library Book Sale – Feb.13
The Friends of the Pace Library will hold a book sale Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 11 through 13 at the First United Methodist Church of Pace located at 4540 Chumuckla Hwy. in Pace. A preview sale is being held on Thursday, Feb. 11 for members of the Friends group and educators only. The hours are as follows: preview sale Feb. 11, 2 – 6 p.m.; Friday Feb. 12, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 13, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. A variety of books will be available. This event is free and open to the public. Support your local Friends group and consider becoming a member. Visit the Friends website at http://www.friendsofpacelibrary.org/ for additional information.
Bereavement Support – Navarre Library
Feb. 26 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
A series of meetings are held at the Navarre Library on the second and fourth Fridays from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The weekly sessions address grief support and offer assistance, love and listening ears to those grieving the loss of a loved one. All materials are provided and no reservation is required. There is no charge to participate. The Navarre Library is located at 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.
Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) – Pace Library
Feb. 13, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Come, Sit, Stay & Read with a furry friend in the Pace Library. Registration is required. The program is held on the second Saturday of each month at the Pace Library located at 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd. Contact the Pace Library for more information or to sign up.
Animation Club – Gulf Breeze Library
Feb. 15, 2 p.m.
Learn and share graphic art skills in a fun environment on the third Monday of each month. The Animation Club is dedicated to the enjoyment and promotion of animation, cartooning, and related arts. Bring your art, discuss techniques of drawing, cartooning, anime and manga art, as well as your favorite title and artists in those genres. The Animation Club is open to youth in grades 6 – 8. Registration is not required. The Gulf Breeze Library is located at 1060 Shoreline Dr.
Family Movie Afternoon – Pace Library
Feb. 16, 3 p.m.
Buzz on over to the Pace Library and enjoy a family friendly movie where you can learn how to change the world one word at a time. This program is open to the public and there is no charge or prior registration required. In consideration of all participants, programs will start promptly at the assigned times. The Pace Library is located at 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd.
Hospice Hour – Navarre Library
Feb. 17, 10 a.m.
A monthly series of hospice programs are held at the Navarre Library. Melissa Tidwell of Emerald Coast Hospice explains how hospice and home health care services work, what types of services are provided, and when hospice or home health care services might be beneficial. The Navarre Library is located at 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.
Third Fridays with UF/IFAS Extension – Gulf Breeze Library
Feb. 19, 10 a.m.
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Services presents a monthly series on a variety of interesting topics with solutions for your life. They can provide information about agriculture, the environment, sustainable living, disaster preparation and recovery, 4-H youth development, family and consumer issues, and lawn and garden problems. This month’s topic is Spring Lawn Care. The Gulf Breeze Library is located at 1060 Shoreline Dr.
Bibliobabblers Teen Book Club – Gulf Breeze Library
Feb. 23, 6 p.m.
Teens in 9-12th grade who are 14-18 years old can take a break from homework and school to hangout and discuss the read-of-the-month with friends at the library. Bibliobabblers meets at 6 p.m. on the last Tuesday of every other month in the Gulf Breeze Library meeting room. This month’s book is “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak. The Gulf Breeze Library is located at 1060 Shoreline Dr.
The Santa Rosa County Library System is a department of the Santa Rosa County Board of CountyCommissioners. Libraries are located in Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, Navarre, and Pace. Find additional information at www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries or call 981-7323 (READ).
This article originally appeared on Santa Rosa Press Gazette: February Events @ Your Library ®