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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Know someone moving to the area? Be sure to share with them how much the library can make them feel a part of their new community. How long have you had your library card? 

Your card gives you access to not only what we have at the library, but also online services like Hoopla, Libby, and more. Come on in, call, or explore our website for more information.   

Children in grades K- 5th who sign up for their first library card this month receive a certificate, free book, and small prize!

Those in 6th through 12th grade and adults getting their first library card, will receive one free book that you get to choose from a selection!

Check out our FULL calendar of events here!

The library will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 5th*

Be sure to follow our socials linked at the bottom of the newsletter for daily updates.

Featured Events

Catch our latest ad in the CSA Parks and Rec magazine! Two of the above events are happening this month and one is next month in October. Check out their featured spots below. 

Future Events: Library Lounge Series: Rockin' Beatles Night, Santa's Back in Town, artPHL Evening. 

The High Holy Days—the 10 days from Rosh HaShanah to Yom Kippur—is a time of introspection, self-assessment, prayer and ultimately anticipation and gladness for the New Year. The intent of this presentation (appropriate for everyone) is to offer Hebraic music conducive to self-evaluation and meditation.  Click here to learn more about this celebration.

It's back! Our next Food Truck Rally is Friday, Sept. 30th! Bring your taste buds and stretchiest pants to enjoy local eats, music, games and your favorite library: The Library itself will be staying open until 8 PM that night.

Head to our Facebook or Instagram to see our posts on this event: We've tagged the food trucks so you can learn more about them.

Join us and the Largo and Barbara S. Ponce Public Libraries in coming together for local refugee families. At all locations you can drop off new items or even purchase from the Amazon Wishlist on their website. For more information, lists for baskets, and the wishlist, click here. 

Due to the war in Ukraine, the need is especially great. Thank you for your donations this month and for helping families in need! 

Save the date for the Friends of the Library annual meeting on Sat., September 10th!

You can expect the nominations and elections of a new slate of officers, a delicious lunch catered by Marguerite's Cafe, and a Murder Mystery! 

RSVP if you are a Friends member to: [email protected]

Want to become a member? Click here and then be sure to RSVP to the event as well! 

Back in person for the first time since 2019, Magical Evening is returning with a brand new show to dazzle, delight, and bring just a touch of spookiness. This event is benefits the PHL Endowment Foundation in supporting the LED Retrofit Project for the library.

Officially serving Stilt House Brewery and Corporate Catering of Palm Harbor. Thank you to our local Palm Harbor businesses! Drinks and food are included in your ticket!

Follow our event page and purchase your tickets now! This is a 21+ event.

Interested in being a sponsor for this event? Head to the bottom of the ticket page for the official packet!

Book Clubs

This book club for teens is held every three months. Join us for drinks, snacks, and a great discussion! This month's book is Snapdragon by Kat Leyh.

Register here and snag a copy of the book at the front desk!

Do you love cozy mysteries? Join our monthly group to discuss which cozy you're currently reading and learn about new ones!

Everyone reads their own choice of Cozy Mystery and comes prepared to share. We have a featured Cozy author handout available at the library to hopefully give you more book suggestions. See the event page here.

PHiL's Book Club: Join Library Director Gene Coppola in a discussion of The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. Please register here.

Ales & Tales: This month join Rachel in-person at Stilt House Brewery at 625 Alt 19 for a discussion of My Heart Is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones. No registration needed! More info here.

Adult Events and Programs

Advanced Tai Chi Prerequisite: must have completed Beginners' Tai Chi for Balance course. Visit our calendar of events to register for the days you want!

Sound Healing: Led by a certified Sound Healing Practitioner. Enjoy a session of deep relaxation. Sign up now, space is limited. We highly recommend bringing a mat, pillow, and blanket. 

Spots have been filing up fast so stay connected to know when the next Sound Healing will be!  Register here.

Hedgehogs and book art?! Yes! Make your very one mini folded book hedgehog to keep you company while you read. Register for your date choice below! 

Wednesday at 5:30 PM

Thursday at 10:30 AM

Yum! Join us for learning some quick bread recipes to share all fall. Register here. 

PHL is here to help grow your business, improve your skills, and see you succeed! Join us every month for our latest events that are a part of our Business Center. This is a great opportunity to network with local entrepreneurs. 

Register here for SCORE

Register here for SBDC

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