Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Community Partners" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Dixon Ahl Hall
Age Group: Community Partners
Program Type: Community

The Lighthouse Point Library offers space for city groups to meet in its facilities

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitting with Nancy

10:30am - 12:00pm
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Knitting & Crochet
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Online Registration is required.   

Presented by Library Volunteer Nancy Crockett. 

Learn to knit or crochet from lifelong yarn artist and library volunteer!  New participants should bring Red Heart Super Saver Worsted Yarn, Size 8 Knitting Needles, Size G or H Crochet Hook with them to class.

Please remember late arrivals do not extend the class meeting time and if no participants have arrived 15-minutes after the scheduled start time, the session will be canceled.

Due to construction timelines, May meeting dates will not be confirmed until mid April

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "CDBG Seniors" group.

CDBG Zoom Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Online
Age Group: CDBG Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

In-person registration required. Interactive Program via Zoom with volunteer moderator John Spera and Library staff.

Hosted the third Wednesday of the month.  Course and supplies are supported by funding from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Per CDBG guidelines, CDBG programs are only open to Lighthouse Point residents ages 62 and over. In-person enrollment and registration at the Library is required.  

Shutter by Ramona Emerson

Rita Todacheene is a forensic photographer working for the Albuquerque police force.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ABCs of Investing

10:30am - 12:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Investing & Finance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Registration is required for this program.

Presented by Library Volunteer Kerry Harrison. Vice President of Investments at Stifel Nicolaus, Member of FINRA/SIPC. 

Classes are held in the Library community room. Please bring a notepad and pen with you to the program. Phone calls and recording (audio or video) are not allowed during class.

Instructor will share discussion only dates with registered participants.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Babies 0 to 3 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 4 to 6 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 7 to 11 years" group.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

10:30am - 11:30am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies 0 to 3 years, Youth 4 to 6 years, Youth 7 to 11 years
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17

Audience: All Ages

Online Registration Required. 

Build early learning skills through the joys of movement, books, and song. Library storytime may include short stories, songs, finger play, flannel boards, crafts, or other educational elements including bilingual English/Spanish vocabulary. Programs are designed to teach social skills, listening comprehension, letter/number recognition, vocabulary, and to build a foundation for lifelong reading success. Program length, stories, and activities are geared toward the target audience.   

No session on July 5.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Adult caregiver who brought the child/children must stay in sight of the child at all times. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Families" group.

Little Free Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Community

All Ages | Open During Park Hours | Year Round

Registration is NOT required for this program.

Take a book - Leave a book. 
Two locations:
Makenna's Branch in Dan Witt Park - 4521 NE 22nd Ave, Lighthouse Point
Rocco's Branch in Frank McDonough Park - 3500 NE 27th Ave, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

This event is in the "Community Partners" group.
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Community Partners
Program Type: Community

BCPA staff will assist residents (10:30 to noon) with property tax exemption, filling, and assessment information. Walk-ins Welcome or to schedule an appointment go to web.bcpa.net/ExemptionsExpress/calendar. For more information contact Michael Clark, 954-357-5579

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Online Registration is required.   

In-Person Quarterly Program on 4th Monday of the Month 
Library Staff: Cathy Anthony and Christy Keyes.  
Volunteer Moderator: John Spera.

The Tenant by Katrine Engberg

When a young woman is discovered brutally murdered in her own apartment with an intricate pattern of lines carved into her face, Copenhagen police detectives Jeppe Korner and Anette Wern

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Teens 13 to 17" group.
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens 13 to 17
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitting with Nancy

10:30am - 12:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Knitting & Crochet
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14

Online Registration is required.   

Presented by Library Volunteer Nancy Crockett. 

Learn to knit or crochet from lifelong yarn artist and library volunteer!  New participants should bring Red Heart Super Saver Worsted Yarn, Size 8 Knitting Needles, Size G or H Crochet Hook with them to class.

Please remember late arrivals do not extend the class meeting time and if no participants have arrived 15-minutes after the scheduled start time, the session will be canceled.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ABCs of Investing

10:30am - 12:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Investing & Finance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Registration is required for this program.

Presented by Library Volunteer Kerry Harrison. Vice President of Investments at Stifel Nicolaus, Member of FINRA/SIPC. 

Classes are held in the Library community room. Please bring a notepad and pen with you to the program. Phone calls and recording (audio or video) are not allowed during class.

Instructor will share discussion only dates with registered participants.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Babies 0 to 3 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 4 to 6 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 7 to 11 years" group.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

10:30am - 11:30am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies 0 to 3 years, Youth 4 to 6 years, Youth 7 to 11 years
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9

Audience: All Ages

Online Registration Required. 

Build early learning skills through the joys of movement, books, and song. Library storytime may include short stories, songs, finger play, flannel boards, crafts, or other educational elements including bilingual English/Spanish vocabulary. Programs are designed to teach social skills, listening comprehension, letter/number recognition, vocabulary, and to build a foundation for lifelong reading success. Program length, stories, and activities are geared toward the target audience.   

No session on July 5.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Adult caregiver who brought the child/children must stay in sight of the child at all times. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Families" group.
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Children's area
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime

June and July | Open Library Hours

No registration required

Audience: All Ages

Drop in the kid's room during June and July for an adventure-themed scavenger hunt for all ages. Enter the monthly raffle for adventure-themed youth books.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Programs

Children under 7 must attend Library programs with their favorite adult.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "CDBG Seniors" group.

CDBG Appy Hour

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: CDBG Seniors

In-person enrollment and registration at the Library is required. Registration is for all dates. 

The monthly CDBG "Appy Hour" covers popular apps by topic. 

Participants should bring their fully charged device with all passwords required to download Apps. Course and supplies are supported by funding from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Per CDBG guidelines, CDBG programs are only open to Lighthouse Point residents ages 62 and over. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "CDBG Seniors" group.

Tech Assist

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: CDBG Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class

In-person Registration at the Library is required.   

During this 45-minute one-on-one session, learn the basic functions of your favorite software, technology, or Library digital offering. Participants should bring their fully charged device with all passwords required to download Apps.   Please call the Library to learn more. Sorry, walk-in appointments are not available.   

Open to Lighthouse Point residents ages 62 and over.  
 

This event is in the "Babies 0 to 3 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 4 to 6 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 7 to 11 years" group.
This event is in the "Tweens/Teens 11 to 17" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Evening Family Story time

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Children's area
Age Group: Babies 0 to 3 years, Youth 4 to 6 years, Youth 7 to 11 years, Tweens/Teens 11 to 17, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14

Audience: All Ages

Online Registration Required. 

Build early learning skills through the joys of movement, books, and song. Library storytime may include short stories, songs, finger play, flannel boards, crafts, or other educational elements including bilingual English/Spanish vocabulary. Programs are designed to teach social skills, listening comprehension, letter/number recognition, vocabulary, and to build a foundation for lifelong reading success. Program length, stories, and activities are geared toward the target audience.   

No session on July 5.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Family Programs

Children under 7 must attend Library programs with their favorite adult.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Babies 0 to 3 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 4 to 6 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 7 to 11 years" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Morning Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies 0 to 3 years, Youth 4 to 6 years, Youth 7 to 11 years, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Audience: All Ages

Online Registration Required. 

Build early learning skills through the joys of movement, books, and song. Library storytime may include short stories, songs, finger play, flannel boards, crafts, or other educational elements including bilingual English/Spanish vocabulary. Programs are designed to teach social skills, listening comprehension, letter/number recognition, vocabulary, and to build a foundation for lifelong reading success. Program length, stories, and activities are geared toward the target audience.   

No session on July 5.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Family Programs

Children under 7 must attend Library programs with their favorite adult.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Families" group.

Story Walk

10:00am - 11:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families

June, July, August | Open Park Hours

No Registration Required.

Audience: All Ages

Picture book and outdoor fun. Follows sand trail in DeGroff Park.

This event is in the "Babies 0 to 3 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 4 to 6 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 7 to 11 years" group.
This event is in the "Tweens/Teens 11 to 17" group.
This event is in the "Teens 13 to 17" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Children's area
Age Group: Babies 0 to 3 years, Youth 4 to 6 years, Youth 7 to 11 years, Tweens/Teens 11 to 17, Teens 13 to 17, Families
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 91
Event Details:

How YOU can join the adventure...

This event is in the "Babies 0 to 3 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 4 to 6 years" group.
This event is in the "Youth 7 to 11 years" group.

Page Turner Adventures

10:00am - 11:00am
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Babies 0 to 3 years, Youth 4 to 6 years, Youth 7 to 11 years
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Audience: Pre-K to Grade 5 

Online Registration Required

Page Turner Adventures is an award-winning children’s media company that produces fun multi-platform content for kids ages 4-10. Online adventures contain: Video stories and crafts, audiobook, flipbooks, and multiple activities that may be downloaded and reprinted. Registered participants will be emailed a link and credentials to access all content 24/7.

This event is in the "CDBG Seniors" group.

CDBG Watercolor Class - Trees

10:30am - 11:30am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: CDBG Seniors
Program Type: Arts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

In-person Registration at the Library is required. Participants are selected by lottery. The form is available at the library during business hours

Registration is for all dates. A new subject will be selected weekly.

Each new participant will receive a set of supplies including watercolor paints, paper, and brushes. Course and supplies are supported by funding from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Per CDBG guidelines, CDBG programs are only open to Lighthouse Point residents ages 62 and over. 

Summer Motive: Trees

watercolor trees

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

If you need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at library@lighthousepoint.com.

Photo Release

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo (or your child) used, please contact library@lighthousepoint.com to let us know and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends Zoom Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Lighthouse Point Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Online registration required (monthly)

Interactive Program via Zoom with volunteer moderator John Spera and Library staff. Hosted the second Wednesday of the month. 

This program is supported by donations to the Friends of the Lighthouse Point Library and the Barker Library Fund.

The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré

The unforgettable, inspiring story of a teenage girl growing up in a rural Nigerian village who longs to get an education so that she can find her “louding voice” and speak