Northwest Regional Library System

All About Birdwatching in Gulf County
2025-03-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Charles Whitehead Memorial Public Library, 314 North Second Street, Wewahitchka, FL, 32465, United States
A fast and fun crash-course for beginners, and a refresher for seasoned birders. Learn about Gulf County bird species; the latest free apps for bird identification; local birdwatching ‘hot spots’; how to bring more birds into your backyard; and Spring bird migration in Wewahitchka and surrounding areas.
Presented by Nelson Mongiovi. Program geared for adults.

Sail into School (Ages 3 - 5 / Class size limited)
2025-03-06 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-02-27 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32407
Join us for stories, songs, and felt play all to get ready for school! Class size is limited to 24 people.

Mini Makers (Ages 5 - 7) Registration required.
2025-03-05 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
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.

Healthy Living and Wellness Classes (Adults and Teens 16+)
2025-03-05 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Harrell Memorial Public Library, 13016 NW CR 12, Bristol, FL, 32321, United States
Healthy Living series presented by the Family & Consumer Sciences division of the UF/IFAS of Liberty County Office. Adults and teens ages 16 and older.
March 5: The Importance of Sleep
March 26: Brain Health
April 2: Stress and Your Health
April 9: Bone Health

Beach Book Club
2025-03-05 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32407
March: Everyone Here is Lying by Shari Lapena
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 borrow are sponsored by the Bay County Public Library Foundation (https://bcplfoundation.org/).

Anime Club (Registration Required)
2025-03-04 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
Talk about anime/manga with fellow fans, participate in fun activities, and learn about Japanese culture! Program geared for ages 12-17.
Registration Required. To register, call 850-522-2118 or send us a message on our Bay County Public Library Facebook page.

Through the Eyes of Zora Neale Hurston
2025-03-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
GCSC Encore instructor Laura Roesch will discuss iconic African American writer, anthropologist and folklorist with deep Florida roots, Zora Neale Hurston.
Program part of the Bay County Public Library’s Tuesdays at 2 Continuing Education Series.

Book Babies (Ages 0 - 2)
2025-03-04 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32407
Bring your baby and enjoy a time of interactive stories, songs, and scarf play. Class sizes are limited to 24 people each session; two class times of same class. Program geared for ages 0 – 2 with caregiver.

10:00 – 10:20 a.m. Session 1
10:30 – 10:50 a.m. Session 2

Bouncin’ Babies & Toddlin’ 2s (Ages 0 - 2 with Caregiver)
2025-03-04 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
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.

Ukulele Social Club
2025-03-03 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
First Monday of the Month at 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Come on down to the Bay County Public Library and learn how to play the ukulele! Program held in the Youth Services Program Room.
The first part of the class is for beginner basics. The second part is for jammin’.
A few loaner instruments are available; all ages and playing levels welcome.

Chess Club
2025-03-03 14:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Public Library, 110 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456, United States
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.

Friends of the Gulf County Library at PSJ meeting
2025-03-03 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Public Library, 110 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456, United States
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, we invite you to join us.

Budding Bookworms
2025-03-03 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Charles Whitehead Memorial Public Library, 314 North Second Street, Wewahitchka, FL, 32465, United States
Stories, songs, & crafts to instill a love of reading! Recommended for up to 5 years of age with a caregiver.

Writing Corner
2025-03-01 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
Bring your laptops and notebooks to a dedicated writing space filled with other writers. Resource sheets will be available for all those looking to dip their toes in. Light refreshment provided by the Friends of the Bay County Public Libraries. Adult geared, but teenagers are welcome! Contact Ariel at asmith@nwrls.com for more information.

St. Patrick's Day LEGO Challenge (Ages 6 - 12)
2025-03-01 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Parker Public Library, 4710 Second Street, Parker, FL, 32404, United States
Join your friends for a LEGO challenge. Geared for ages 6 – 12.

YA Book Club
2025-03-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Public Library, 110 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456, United States
Join us for pizza and conversation about your favorite books! Call the library for book titles at 850-229-8879. Program geared for Teens!

Saturday Stories + Crafts (Children with Caregiver)
2025-03-01 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Charles Whitehead Memorial Public Library, 314 North Second Street, Wewahitchka, FL, 32465, United States
Enjoy wonderful stories and create a fun craft! All children welcome with caregiver.

Saturday Storytime (Ages 3 - 6): St. Patrick's Day
2025-03-01 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Parker Public Library, 4710 Second Street, Parker, FL, 32404, United States
Join us for a fun storytime with a craft. Recommended for ages 3 – 6, but all are welcome.
Today’s Theme: St. Patrick’s Day

Seaside Stitchers
2025-03-01 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Public Library, 110 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456, United States
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!

Blood on the Bayou: Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner
2025-02-28 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | FSU Holley Center, 4750 Collegiate Drive, Panama CIty, FL, 32405, United States
FSU Holley Center, 4750 Collegiate Drive, Panama City 32405
Tickets: $100 each purchased through Eventbrite

Get ready for a night of intrigue and suspense at our Blood on the Bayou Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner – it’s gonna be a killer time!
Blood on the Bayou: Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner: Come join us for a thrilling evening at the FSU Holley Center for our Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner! Get ready to put your detective skills to the test as you try to solve a mysterious crime while enjoying a delicious meal and a cash bar.
Also, bid on some fantastic items in our silent auction. This in-person event promises to be a night full of suspense, laughter, and great food. Don’t miss out on the chance to support a good cause while having a blast!

Step into a world of intrigue and suspense at the Blood on the Bayou, a captivating murder mystery dinner event!

You’re cordially invited to the prestigious annual masquerade ball hosted by the enchanting Claudette La’Rue, now the sole heiress of the vast Sweet Dreams sugar empire, following the untimely demise of Daddy La’Rue (Lord, bless the dead!).

As Claudette navigates her promising new union with Caleb, the scion of the Louis family, all appears prosperous in both love and business. However, the night takes a sinister turn when a ghastly murder threatens to shatter her sweet dreams.

Don your finest Mardi Gras mask and join forces with the astute Detective Gunn to unearth the truths hidden behind masks of betrayal, vengeance, and startling revelations. Will you help crack the case in this thrilling tale of deception?

Join us and become part of the detective’s elite krewe at this unforgettable evening of mystery and drama!

After-School Switch League (Ages 8 - 12)
2025-02-28 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
Hang out and enjoy Nintendo Switch Games! Program geared for ages 8 – 12.

Crafternoon @ The Library
2025-02-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
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 geared for adults; teens welcome.

STEAMRoom: Anatomy Day (Ages 6+)
2025-02-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Public Library, 110 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456, United States
On teacher workdays with early dismissal, drop in for self-guided, hands-on learning experiences with our terrific collection of science materials. Designed for kids ages 6 and up, with caregiver.
Make a model set of lungs, or a DIY stethoscope, and explore our other anatomy learning materials!

Preschool Storytime
2025-02-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Public Library, 110 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456, United States
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 18 months – 5 years of age with caregiver.

Sea Needles
2025-02-28 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32407
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.

Pokémon Club (Ages 6 and up)
2025-02-27 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Public Library, 110 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456, United States
Join friends to compare and trade Pokémon cards! Ages 6 and up.

Rummikub
2025-02-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Charles Whitehead Memorial Public Library, 314 North Second Street, Wewahitchka, FL, 32465, United States
Join us for a fun and social game of Rummikub! All ages are welcome to play and learn.

Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 - 5 with Caregiver)
2025-02-27 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
Two start times for the same class – 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Books, songs, and rhymes geared for preschoolers! Class limited to 50 people per session, arrive early to reserve your spot.
