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Library Scavenger Hunt (School Age) September 1 - 30 Complete a scavenger hunt at the library and be entered in our Library Card Sign-Up Month raffle! Limit one scavenger hunt per child. Participating Libraries: Bay County Public Library, Panama City Beach Public Library, and Parker Public Library Prize: Lego Classic Set & 365 Things to […] 
Library Scavenger Hunt (Adults) September 1 - 30 Complete a scavenger hunt at the library and be entered in our Library Card Sign-Up Month raffle! Limit one scavenger hunt per adult. Participating Library: Bay County Public Library Prize: a blanket, compass, National Parks of the USA travel guide, PBS The Hummingbird Effect DVD, & A […]
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All ages and abilities welcome, including new learners. Adults and homeschoolers can arrive at 2:30 p.m., children can follow when school gets out. Chess boards and instruction provided. Program geared for all ages.
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Please contact Wewahitchka Library for monthly book club titles by calling 850-639-2419. Program geared for adults.
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Drop in to hang out and work on a craft on the second and fourth Monday of the month!
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Jessica Foster from WJHG News Channel 7 will lead Chapter Chat Book Club. Come join us to talk about this month's book and just fun conversation in general! Open to the public to join, no registration required. We will be meeting in the Meeting Room with light refreshments. September's Book: Lady Tan's Circle of Woman by Lisa […]
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Two start times for the same class - 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Stories, bounces and rhymes for littles to build early literacy skills. Class limited to 40 people per […]
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Stories, songs, & crafts to instill a love of reading! Recommended for up to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
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Get ready to show off your creative side! Pick up your pumpkin on October 1 and return it by October 11 decorated as your favorite book character. Pumpkins will be displayed and voted on. *while supplies last 
Stop by the library October 1 - October 26 to guess how many candies are in the jar. Closest guess without going over wins! 
Check out 5 books and move a race car forward on the racetrack! Race to the finish line!
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October: Mind Games by Nora Roberts Meet at the library! New members are always welcome. Extra copies will be at the Beach Book Club. Email Sharron at shill@nwrls.com to see if copies are available for you to borrow or to place you on the list for the next available copy! The Book Club copies to […]
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Join us as Buck Lawhorn, Library Circulation Manager and historian, speaks about the North Atlantic Slave Trade in the 1500-1860s. This program is geared for adults.
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Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills.
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Stories, songs, movement and music to instill a love a reading, followed by time to play with friends in our well-equipped classroom! Program geared for 6 months - 5 years of age with caregiver.
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Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project. Stop by our display case to see some of the beautiful finished projects.
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Transform an old book into a decorative pumpkin! All supplies provided, but registration required. Call 850-233-5055 to register!
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The PSJ Library is closed on Saturday, October 4th. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, October 6th. 
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The 4th annual Bay County Writers Fest will be held at the Bay County Public Library on Saturday, October 4 from 11 am – 4 pm. Over thirty author and […]
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Join us for a fun filled story time along with craft and activity. Recommended ages 4-10, but all are welcome. Today: Pumpkin Patch
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Join us for a fun storytime with a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 6, but all are welcome. Today's Theme: Woodland Animals
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Jason Voor was found dead at the library! There are twelve suspects and only three weeks to find the killer. Pick up your info packet at the Information Desk and become a detective today! *In partnership with local downtown businesses This scavenger hunt will take you all over downtown Panama City and St. Andrews. Don't […]
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The Friends are an advocacy group supporting the public library. Meetings are open to all members. If you are not a member, but are interested in learning more about us, […]
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Create a spooky ornament at the Wewahitchka Library on Monday, October 6th at 10:00 a.m. CST! This program is for adults. Supplies were generously funded by the E.F. Hickey Jr. […]
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All ages and abilities welcome, including new learners. Adults and homeschoolers can arrive at 2:30 p.m., children can follow when school gets out. Chess boards and instruction provided. Program geared […]
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St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve protects our natural coastal landscape and has one of the highest concentrations of rare plants in the Florida Panhandle -plus 19 known archaeological and historical sites. Join us to learn more about this amazing natural resource in our own backyard! Program geared for ages 6+ with caregiver.
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Computer Basics is an introduction for those who are new to using a PC or want to build more confidence using the Windows 11 operating system. Internet Basics are for […]
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Two start times for the same class - 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Stories, bounces and rhymes for littles to build early literacy skills. Class limited to 40 people per […]
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Adults and teens 16+ can participate in our monthly craft! Supplies limited. September 8 - Yarn Art *Program supplies generously provided by the E.F. Hickey Jr. Trust. |
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Join us for stories, songs, and felt play all to get ready for school! Class size is limited to 24 people.
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October: Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie BCPL Book Club meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 10:30 a.m. on Zoom. New members are welcome! Email Rachael at rfillingame@nwrls.com for Zoom invitation. Copies are available through the catalog. Flyer: Click to view all BCPL Virtual Book Club titles for 2025.
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Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills.
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Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project. Stop by our display case to see some of the beautiful finished projects. |
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Join us for October's craft: Sea Glass Art! Use your creativity to design a sea glass picture. *Registration required; limited to 12 participants. Call 850-871-3092 to register!
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We offer a warm, seaside welcome to anyone who is interested in needle arts. Bring your latest project and join us as we knit together a more vibrant community!
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Adventure through a tabletop session of Dungeons and Dragons, Fifth Edition. Beginners welcome. Program geared for teens ages 13 - 17. Registration Required. Call the library at 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Department.
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Let’s create one-of-a-kind monster art forms by rolling the dice! Inspired by the book Art Workshops for Children by Herve Tullet.
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Two start times for the same class - 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Stories, bounces and rhymes for littles to build early literacy skills. Class limited to 40 people per […]
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Come meet up with other local homeschoolers in a relaxed atmosphere and make new friends too! Games & LEGOs available.
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Meet at Wild Root Coffee & Tea Shop (452 Harrison Ave. Panama City, FL 32401) for our new Genre Book Club. Each Month is a new Genre to discuss! Not sure which book to read, we'll have suggested titles that fit the genre. Email rfillingame@nwrls.com for monthly book topics! Discussion facilitated by the Bay County […]
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Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills.
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Join us for stories, songs, and felt play all to get ready for school! Class size is limited to 24 people. |
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Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project. Stop by our display case to see some of the beautiful finished projects.
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11th Street Mountain Dulcimer Practice at the library. Music provided. New members are welcome to join. Join us in the Bay County Public Library Youth Services Program Room. Email rfillingame@nwrls.com […]
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October's Kids Book Club read is "The Lost Library" by Rebecca Stead. Check with Parker Library to see if copies are available! *Books generously provided by the Bay County Library Foundation.
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The Wewahitchka Library is closed on Saturday, October 18th. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, October 20th.
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Join us for a fun filled story time along with craft and activity. Recommended ages 4-10, but all are welcome. Today: Scarecrows |
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All ages and abilities welcome, including new learners. Adults and homeschoolers can arrive at 2:30 p.m., children can follow when school gets out. Chess boards and instruction provided. Program geared […]
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Join us for fall-themed crafts in Youth Services. Dress for the mess! *Registration required. Call 850-522-2118 to register.
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Drop in to hang out and work on a craft on the second and fourth Monday of the month!
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Step into the world of the paranormal to solve a murder! This program is geared for adults. Your group will follow the clues and solve puzzles to find the murderer. If you'd like to participate, registration is required. Please call the information desk at 850-522-2107 to register your team.
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Two start times for the same class - 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Stories, bounces and rhymes for littles to build early literacy skills. Class limited to 40 people per session, arrive early to reserve your spot.
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Stories, songs, & crafts to instill a love of reading! Recommended for up to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
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Join other homeschool families for a social hour with games, STEM toys and Legos. All ages are welcome. October: Salt Art Painting Program held at the Harrell Memorial Public Library […]
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Learn basic words and phrases in this beginner-friendly Japanese class. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit Youth Services to register.
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Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills.
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Solve a murder in this collaborative murder mystery game. Each group will be a team of 2-5 players. This program is for adults. *Registration required; Call 850-233-5055 to register.
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Join us for stories, songs, and felt play all to get ready for school! Class size is limited to 24 people. |
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Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project. Stop by our display case to see some of the beautiful finished projects. |
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Support local artists by attending the Open Palette Art Reception on Saturday, October 25th from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. CST at the Bay County Public Library! Nine local artists have […]
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Learn all about mosquitos and create a fun craft! Due to limited spacing, call 850-233-5055 to register!
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Join us as we craft a variety of spooky projects for happy hauntings! All materials provided. |
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New members welcome to join our Library Book Club! Contact the Library for book club titles at 850-229-8879. October's Title: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
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All ages and abilities welcome, including new learners. Adults and homeschoolers can arrive at 2:30 p.m., children can follow when school gets out. Chess boards and instruction provided. Program geared […]
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Enjoy a read aloud story followed by a craft. Program geared for ages 5 - 7. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Desk to register.
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Jessica Foster from WJHG News Channel 7 will lead Chapter Chat Book Club. Come join us to talk about this month's book and just fun conversation in general! Open to […]
Free
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Two start times for the same class - 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Stories, bounces and rhymes for littles to build early literacy skills. Class limited to 40 people per […]
Free
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Stories, songs, & crafts to instill a love of reading! Recommended for up to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Free
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Join us for stories, songs, and felt play all to get ready for school! Class size is limited to 24 people.
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Stories, songs, movement and music to instill a love a reading, followed by time to play with friends in our well-equipped classroom! Program geared for 6 months - 5 years […]
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Learn about fire prevention and forest management with the Florida Forest Service on October 30 at 1 p.m.! Park Ranger Haugan will explain how prescribed burns are conducted, why they’re […] |
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Bring a current craft project or the supplies to start a new one! Adult coloring pages provided. Join other crafters in forming a more tight knit (or crocheted) community! Program […]
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Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project. Stop by our display case to see some of the beautiful finished projects. |
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Join us as The Panama City Ballet performs excerpts from The Nutcracker! This program is open to all ages.
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Join us as The Panama City Ballet performs excerpts from The Nutcracker! This program is open to all ages.
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Join us for a fun filled story time along with craft and activity. Recommended ages 4-10, but all are welcome. Today: Thanksgiving Banners |
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