November Events @ Your Library ®

Library Closures

All Santa Rosa County Libraries will be closed on Tues., Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day, and Thur. - Sat., Nov. 27-29, in observance of Thanksgiving.

All Santa Rosa County Libraries will close at noon on Thurs., Nov. 20.

Preschool Storytime

Storytime programs are presented for preschool children ages three through five and include stories, finger plays and action rhymes. Caregivers must remain in the library during storytime; however, they cannot accompany children into the programs. Programs start promptly at the assigned times; latecomers are not admitted.

First timer? Visit the library to meet the storytime presenter, pick up a welcome packet, explore the children's area, and enjoy a tour of the library. Check the library website for additional details at www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries .

Storytime will be presented during the following times through Dec. 5:

· 11 - 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Jay Library

· 11 - 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Navarre Library

· 10:30 - 11 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Milton Library

· 11- 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays at the Pace Library

· 11 - 11:30 a.m. on Fridays at the Gulf Breeze Library

Toddler Time

Toddler Time is a program for children ages 18 to 36 months who attend with a caregiver. One child and one adult register together for songs, stories, rhymes, and other fun activities. Toddler Time is a 20-minute program.

Toddler Time requires registration; space is limited. It is not a drop-in program . Details are available at the participating libraries. Speak with a staff member if you have any questions.

Toddler Time will be presented during the following times through Dec. 5:

· 10:30 - 10:50 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Milton Library

· 11 - 11:20 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Pace Library

· 11 - 11:20 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Gulf Breeze Library

· 11 - 11:20 a.m. on Thursdays at the Navarre Library

· 11 - 11:20 a.m. on Thursdays at the Jay Library

Community Chess - Pace Library - 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd.

Nov. 1, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Chess players of all ages are invited to play chess at the Pace Library. Knowledge of the game is recommended as no lessons will be provided. Players are expected to show good sportsmanship. The library has a limited supply of chess sets; players are encouraged to bring their own. Table space is limited. No table reservations at this time - first come, first served. Speak with a staff member for more information.

Family Fun Day - Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.

Nov. 1, 2 p.m.

Visit the Navarre Library on the 1 ^st Saturday of the month for family-friendly games, puzzles, and more.

The Inklings - Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

Nov. 4, 5 p.m.

Sixth through 10th graders are invited to share their ideas about the book of the month. The Inklings Book Club reads both novels and graphic novels. Space is limited; registration is required. This month's selection is "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" by C.S. Lewis.

Meet! Play! Learn!

10:30 a.m.

Meet! Play! Learn! is a program where parents of young children can congregate and socialize with other parents while their children play and make friends at age-appropriate activity stations set up around the room. This program is for children ages birth to 5 who have not yet started kindergarten, and will take place on the following dates:

· Gulf Breeze Library- Nov. 5

· Navarre Library- Nov. 12

Theater Thursdays - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

Nov. 6, 3 - 5 p.m.

Stop by the library on the 1st Thursday of each month at 3 p.m. for a family-friendly movie. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library. This month's movie is "Ratatouille" (rated G, 2007).

labARTory - Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.

Nov. 6, 4 - 6 p.m.

Visit the Navarre Library for an open art studio. Design your own project or do a special project which changes each month. All art materials are provided by the Friends of the Navarre Library. This is a drop-in program; all ages are welcome, but children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

For the Win! Games Day- Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

Nov. 8, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Enjoy playing tabletop or board games? Join us for game day at the Milton Library. Bring games from home or play those provided by the library. This event is open to all ages, and game groups are welcome.

The Novel Ideas Book Club - Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

Nov. 10, 10 a.m.

The Novel Ideas Book Club meets at 10 a.m. on the second Monday of the month beginning in February. Come listen and share your thoughts about the book of the month. Anyone ages 18+ who has read the book is welcome to attend. Refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Milton Library. This month's selection is "Where Coyotes Howl" by Sandra Dallas.

Veterans Appreciation Day - All Libraries

Nov. 10, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Veterans Services, in partnership with Santa Rosa County Libraries, would like to invite veterans to drop in at the library for refreshments (provided by the Friends of the Library groups.) This event will take place at the Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, Navarre, and Pace Libraries.

Homeschool Hangout - Jay Library - 5259 Booker Ln.

Nov. 12, 10 - 11 a.m.

Come to the Jay Library to meet other local homeschool parents and children to exchange ideas, participate in a fun activity, and discover how your library can support your children's educational journey. Space is limited. Registration is required. Contact the Jay Library for more information.

Webinar Wednesdays - Family History & Research Center - 6275 Dogwood Dr., Milton

Nov. 12, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. OR 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Visit the Family History & Research Center on the 2nd Wednesday each month for Webinar Wednesdays. Webinars related to family history research will be shown at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. with a discussion following. This month's webinar is "Ten Steps to Writing & Publishing Your Family History."

Coffee Talk - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

Nov. 13, 12 p.m.

Coffee Talk, a non-fiction book club, meets at noon on the second Thursday of every other month beginning in January. Come listen and share your thoughts about this month's book, "A Gift from Bob: How a street cat helped one man learn the meaning of Christmas," by James Bowen. Anyone ages 18+ who has read the book is welcome to attend. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library.

Game-O-Rama - Jay Library - 5259 Booker Ln.

Nov. 13, 2 p.m.

Come play a board game or video game at the Jay Library. Bring your own or enjoy one of ours. Get your game on!

Cover to Cover Book Club - Navarre Library - 8484 James. M. Harvell Rd.

Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m.

Visit the Navarre Library on the 2nd Fri. each month for the Cover to Cover Book Club. Anyone 18+ who has read the book of the month is welcome to attend. This month's title is "The Life Impossible" by Matt Haig. Speak with a staff member for more information.

Level-Up Lab - Navarre Library - 8484 James. M. Harvell Rd.

Nov. 14, 1- 5 p.m.

Teens ages 13-17 are invited to stop by the library for a fun-filled Friday full of seasonal activities including VR and AR experiences, advanced Lego building, board games, science experiments, arts & crafts, and more.

FOPL Book Club - Pace Library - 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd.

Nov. 14, 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Visit the Pace Library on Fri., Nov. 14, from 2- 3:30 p.m. for the Friends of the Pace Library Book Club. Anyone 18+ who has read the book of the month is welcome to attend. Speak with a staff member for more information. This month's selection is "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christpher Murray.

FOML Book Sale - Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

Nov. 15, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The Friends of the Milton Library will hold a book sale on Sat., Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. A variety of books will be available. Support your local Friends group.

Breeze Builders - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

Nov. 18, 3 - 4 p.m.

Breeze Builders is a monthly building workshop for children ages 5 - 11 who enjoy building with Legos, Tinker Toys, K'Nex, magnetic tiles, and other types of building materials and kits. Bring your imagination and come join in on the fun.

Movie Time Tuesdays - Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.

Nov. 18, 4 p.m.

Visit the Navarre Library on the 3rd Tuesday of the month for a movie. All movies will begin at 4 p.m. and refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Navarre Library. This month's movie is "Fantastic Mr. Fox" (rated PG, 2009).

The Past Tense Book Club - Family History & Research Center - 6275 Dogwood Dr.

Nov. 19, 10:30 a.m.

Visit the Family History & Research Center on the 3rd Wed. each month at 10:30 a.m. for a historical fiction book club. A wide range of eras and topics will be covered, and input is welcome. Refreshments will be provided. This month's selection is "Code Name Helene" by Ariel Lawhon. Speak with a staff member for more information.

Senior Social - Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr.

Nov. 20, 10:30 a.m.

Adults 50+ are invited for coffee, conversation, activities, games, and crafts at 10:30 am on the 3 ^rd Thursday of each month. Scheduled program activities will vary each month. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library.

As the Page Turns - Jay Library - 5259 Booker Ln.

Nov. 25, 4 p.m.

Visit the Jay Library on the 4th Tuesday each month for As the Page Turns, an adult book club where patrons choose what to read. This month's genre is cookbooks, with a suggested title of "Food to Die For" by Ami Bruni. Speak with a staff member for more information.

Movie Night - Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.

Nov. 25, 4 - 6 p.m.

Visit the Milton Library for a showing of "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" (rated PG, 2006). Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Milton Library.

The Santa Rosa County Library System is a department of the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners. Libraries are located in Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, Navarre, and Pace. Find additional information at www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries or call (850) 981-7323 (READ).