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1 event,
Closed for Memorial Day
All Northwest Regional Library System Locations will be CLOSED for Memorial Day (Monday, May 26).
2 events,
Busy Bee Readers Book Club
Busy Bee Readers Book Club
Please contact Wewahitchka Library for monthly book club titles by calling 850-639-2419. Program geared for adults.
Chapter Chat Book Club
Chapter Chat Book Club
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. May's Book: Say You'll Remember Me by […]
1 event,
Teen Game Night (Ages 13 – 18 / Registration Required)
Teen Game Night (Ages 13 – 18 / Registration Required)
Play various Switch games in the Meeting Room. Program in the Meeting Room. Program geared for ages 13 - 18. Registration encouraged. Visit the Youth Services Department or call 850-522-2118 to register.
0 events,
3 events,
Crafternoon @ The Library
Crafternoon @ The Library
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.
Sea Needles
Sea Needles
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.
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
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.
3 events,
Seaside Stitchers
Seaside Stitchers
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!
Saturday Storytime (Ages 4 – 8 recommended)
Saturday Storytime (Ages 4 – 8 recommended)
Join us for a fun filled story time along with craft and activity. Recommended ages 4-8, but all are welcome. Today: Bake Shop / Donut Day
Family Game Day (Families with Children Ages 6 +)
Family Game Day (Families with Children Ages 6 +)
Mario Kart & Board Games for families with children 6 and up. Parents must stay with their children. Program is held in the Bay County Public Library Meeting Room. No registration required.
1 event,
Tiny Art Contest (Ages 4 – 8 / 9 – 13 / 14 – 17)
Check out 5 books with one being an art book to receive your tiny art kit. Submissions accepted throughout June. Public Voting: July 1-25. Winners announced July 29.
2 events,
Ukulele Social Club
Ukulele Social Club
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 […]
2 events,
Finger Painting (Registration Required / Ages 11 – 13)
Finger Painting (Registration Required / Ages 11 – 13)
Relax and have fun with finger paints! Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Department to register. Program is part of the "Color Our World" Summer Reading Programming.
3 events,
Beach Book Club
Beach Book Club
June: Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patti Callahan Henry 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 […]
Color Our World Summer Kickoff: Art
Color Our World Summer Kickoff: Art
We’re kicking off the beginning of summer reading by seeing how art colors our world! Contribute to a collaborative art project and make friendship bracelets. We will also have a weeklong color-themed Scavenger Hunt. Program geared for school age students. Program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Programming.
3 events,
Color Our World Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Color Our World Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills. Program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Programming.
Finger Painting (Registration Required / Ages 14 – 17)
Finger Painting (Registration Required / Ages 14 – 17)
Relax and have fun with finger paints! Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Department to register. Program is part of the "Color Our World" Summer Reading Programming.
3 events,
Sea Needles
Sea Needles
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.
Color Our World – Paper Mâché Extravaganza
Color Our World – Paper Mâché Extravaganza
Work on your Paper Mâché creation at tables outside of the library entrance. We will be in the grassy area outside Youth Services in the front of the building. Dress for the mess! Geared for adults. Program is part of the Summer Reading Color Our World Programming.
7 events,
Wewahitchka’s 150th Celebration
Wewahitchka’s 150th Celebration
Join us for a FREE family event to celebrate Wewahitchka’s 150th birthday and Gulf County’s 100th. There will be food vendors, arts & craft vendors, live music, historical speakers, photo exhibits, artifacts, demonstrations, classic car show, pioneer settler’s costume contest, and much more!
Seaside Stitchers
Seaside Stitchers
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!
Saturday Storytime (Ages 3 – 6): It’s All About Colors
Saturday Storytime (Ages 3 – 6): It’s All About Colors
Join us for a fun storytime with a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 6, but all are welcome. Today's Theme: It's all about Colors Program is part of this year's 'Color Our World' Summer Reading Programming!
2 events,
New Adult Social Hour (Geared for Ages 18 – 25)
New Adult Social Hour (Geared for Ages 18 – 25)
Drop in to hang out and work on a craft on the second and fourth Monday of the month!
5 events,
Meet the Artist – Reception: Tatyana Moorman
Meet the Artist – Reception: Tatyana Moorman
Join us on Tuesday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Meet the Artists Reception for Tatyana Moorman. Tatyana’s works are original, powerful, suggestive, and offer a syncretic beauty of its own. Join us in the lobby to learn more about Tatyana and discuss her thought-provoking artwork. All are welcome, and light refreshments will be […]
Digital Literacy Class: Computer & Internet Basics (Registration Required)
Digital Literacy Class: Computer & Internet Basics (Registration Required)
Learn computer and internet basics 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 those new to the internet or want to build more confidence finding information online and navigating websites. Registration required. Seating […]
Color Our World with Creativity: Messy Painting (Ages 6 – 12)
Color Our World with Creativity: Messy Painting (Ages 6 – 12)
Let’s get messy! We will experiment with color and objects to create original artworks. The paint will be washable, but dress for the mess and sun. This activity will take place outside.
4 events,
Color Our World with Art: Balloon Art with Jen
Color Our World with Art: Balloon Art with Jen
Jenn, balloon artiste, will make balloon animals, hats, and bracelets. We will also have art supplies available to make paper sculptures, thumbprint art, and popsicle sticks for our collaborative art project.
Color Our World: Illustration
Color Our World: Illustration
See how illustration colors our world with a drawing day! We will have guided drawing activities and games followed by free-drawing. Program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Programming.
5 events,
Color Our World Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Color Our World Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills. Program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Programming.
BCPL Virtual Book Club (Zoom Program, Registration Required)
BCPL Virtual Book Club (Zoom Program, Registration Required)
June: The Berlin Letters by Katherine Reay 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.
Color Our World with Art (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Color Our World with Art (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Prepare to get creative – and a little messy (!) with hands-on art experiences, including truck painting, marble painting, splatter painting and more!
3 events,
Sea Needles
Sea Needles
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.
Daddy and Daughter Hair Classes: Ponytails & Buns
Daddy and Daughter Hair Classes: Ponytails & Buns
Learn how to style your daughter’s hair with how-tos on ponytails, braids and then show off with a hair show! While it is recommended to take the full series of classes, drop-ins for one class are most welcome! *Supplies generously provided by Annie International.
6 events,
This We’ll Defend – Military Films
This We’ll Defend – Military Films
Join us on Saturday at Hotel Indigo to view several military documentaries outdoors! 🎥 While everyone is welcome, please keep in mind that these films are not suitable for children due to sensitive themes of war and suicide. Where: Hotel Indigo on the Lawn, 7 Harrison Ave When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 6:00–7:30 PM – […]
Seaside Stitchers
Seaside Stitchers
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!
Color Our World with Fun!
Color Our World with Fun!
Summer Reading kick-off event with the Forgotten Coast Dancing Witches, Paralounge Community Drum Circle, and book giveaways. Presented in partnership with the Friends of the Gulf County Public Library at PSJ and Bring Me A Book Forgotten Coast.
2 events,
Michael Lister Author Talk and Book Launch
Michael Lister Author Talk and Book Launch
New York Times bestselling author, Michael Lister, will share his writing process and newest Burke and Blade Mystery Thriller, Day and Night. Books will be available for purchase and book signing. For more information about Michael Lister, visit: www.michaellister.com. Program is free and open to the public to attend. Day and Night (Book 8): Harper […]
4 events,
The Legal Clinic
The Legal Clinic
Eligible clients can receive legal help from Legal Services of North Florida on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring documents related to your question. What to expect: They will be able to help with legal information or help eligible clients apply for services on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring all documents needed related to your […]
Color Our World with Creativity: Tie-Dye Bandanas (Ages 6 – 12)
Color Our World with Creativity: Tie-Dye Bandanas (Ages 6 – 12)
Use tie-dye to make a bandana to use as a headband, bracelet or scarf. All materials will be provided. Dress for the mess. Tie-dye ink is permanent.
Clay Creature (Registration Required / Ages 11 – 13)
Clay Creature (Registration Required / Ages 11 – 13)
Make a creature out of air dry clay! Program geared for ages 11 - 13. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Department to register. Program is part of the "Color Our World" Summer Reading Programming.
5 events,
Color Our World with Safety: Smokey the Bear
Color Our World with Safety: Smokey the Bear
Join us as our local Park Rangers read a story and talk about fire safety. You will also get to see some Park Ranger trucks up close. Have your picture taken with Smokey the Bear, play some fun games and create your own bear craft.
Color Our World: Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission Present Boating Safety
Color Our World: Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission Present Boating Safety
Learn all about boating safety with the FL Fish & Wildlife Commission. Program designed for ages 4 -10
7 events,
Color Our World with Art (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Color Our World with Art (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Prepare to get creative – and a little messy (!) with hands-on art experiences, including truck painting, marble painting, splatter painting and more!
Let’s Bee Crafty! Let’s make Yarn Gnomes!
Let’s Bee Crafty! Let’s make Yarn Gnomes!
Adorable gnome heads made with yarn! No sewing required. All materials provided.
Creative Crafters
Creative Crafters
Crafters are invited to bring your own craft and socialize while sharing tips and ideas with other crafters. Not currently working on a project? We have crafting supplies, adult coloring and much more to enjoy! Program geared for adults and teens 16+.
4 events,
Sea Needles
Sea Needles
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.
Daddy and Daughter Hair Classes: Braids
Daddy and Daughter Hair Classes: Braids
Learn how to style your daughter’s hair with how-tos on ponytails, braids and then show off with a hair show! While it is recommended to take the full series of classes, drop-ins for one class are most welcome! *Supplies generously provided by Annie International.
11th Street Dulcimer Group Practice
11th Street Dulcimer Group Practice
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 for the PDF Set list. If attending by Zoom, please email confirmation. Program geared for adults 18+.
4 events,
Seaside Stitchers
Seaside Stitchers
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!
Saturday Adventures: Dinosaurs
Saturday Adventures: Dinosaurs
Bring a blanket for this outdoor fun day! Read books, play games, and have a snack!
Saturday Program (Ages 6 – 12): Tropical Landscape Art Collaboration
Saturday Program (Ages 6 – 12): Tropical Landscape Art Collaboration
Join your friends this Saturday for either a LEGO challenge or art project. Recommended for ages 6 - 12. Today's Saturday is Program: Tropical Landscape Art Collaboration Program is part of this year's 'Color Our World' Summer Reading Programming!
2 events,
Only in Gulf County: Stories About Keeping it Wild in Paradise
Only in Gulf County: Stories About Keeping it Wild in Paradise
Join us as we celebrate Gulf County's 100th anniversary with our favorite local story-teller, Robyn Rennick. Robyn's original stories will take you on a wild romp through Gulf County, including stories of scalloping, shark riding, and snake wrestling. Don't miss it! Program sponsored by the Friends of the Gulf County Public Library at PSJ.
3 events,
Summer Kick Off: Community Outdoor Messy Art Day
Summer Kick Off: Community Outdoor Messy Art Day
Join us for a messy art project. Dress for the mess!
New Adult Social Hour (Geared for Ages 18 – 25)
New Adult Social Hour (Geared for Ages 18 – 25)
Drop in to hang out and work on a craft on the second and fourth Monday of the month!
6 events,
Chapter Chat Book Club
Chapter Chat Book Club
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. June's Book: A Happier Life by Kristy […]
Early Literacy Summer Program: Driving with Colors (Ages 1 – 5)
Early Literacy Summer Program: Driving with Colors (Ages 1 – 5)
Stories, Songs, crafts to instill a love of reading!
Color Our World with Creativity: Sock Puppets (Ages 6 – 12)
Color Our World with Creativity: Sock Puppets (Ages 6 – 12)
Use a sock to create a character. Use a needle and thread to sew or use fabric glue to create your own unique puppet. Use the puppet theater to make a puppet show. All materials will be provided.
5 events,
Color Our World with Music: The Beach Ukulele Society Concert
Color Our World with Music: The Beach Ukulele Society Concert
The “Beach Ukulele Music Society” (BUMS) - Join us for an hour of lively music and hilarious jokes.
Color Our World: Messy Art!
Color Our World: Messy Art!
Let’s get messy with fun, process art projects. Program sponsored by the Liberty County Arts Council. Program designed for ages 4 -10
Color Our World: Theater
Color Our World: Theater
See how theater colors our world with a Reader’s Theater! Youth Services staff will be performing an art themed reader’s theater. Stick around afterward for giant coloring! Geared for school age students. Program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Programming.
5 events,
Art Careers (Registration Required / Ages 12 – 17)
Art Careers (Registration Required / Ages 12 – 17)
Learn about art careers from local art professionals! Program geared for ages 12 - 17. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Department to register. Program is part of the "Color Our World" Summer Reading Programming.
Color Our World Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Color Our World Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills. Program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Programming.
Color Our World with Art (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Color Our World with Art (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)
Prepare to get creative – and a little messy (!) with hands-on art experiences, including truck painting, marble painting, splatter painting and more!
5 events,
Crafternoon @ The Library
Crafternoon @ The Library
Bring a current craft project or the supplies to start a new one! Adult coloring pages provided. Join other crafters in forming a tightly knit (or crocheted) community! Program geared for adults; teens welcome.
Sea Needles
Sea Needles
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.
Daddy and Daughter Hair Classes: Hair Show
Daddy and Daughter Hair Classes: Hair Show
Let's show off the skills you've learned in our hair classes. Come styled and ready to walk the red carpet! Meet in Youth Services. *Supplies generously provided by Annie International.
7 events,
Seaside Stitchers
Seaside Stitchers
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!
Saturday Storytime (Ages 4 – 8 recommended)
Saturday Storytime (Ages 4 – 8 recommended)
Join us for a fun filled story time along with craft and activity. Recommended ages 4-8, but all are welcome. Today: Independence Day
4 events,
Color Our World with Art: Create Chalk Art Around the Library
Come out and create colorful chalk art on the sidewalk around the library. There will be chalk supplies available at the front desk.
Color Our World: Music
Color Our World: Music
See how music colors our world with local performer Miss Calliope! She will be presenting her interactive musical adventure “Light & Sound: Luz y Sonido.” Geared for school age students. Program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Programming.
Busy Bee Readers Book Club
Busy Bee Readers Book Club
Please contact Wewahitchka Library for monthly book club titles by calling 850-639-2419. Program geared for adults.
6 events,
Community Rock Hunt – throughout July
Pick up your scavenger hunt checklist at the library. Look for clues to find all of the painted rocks at local businesses. Write down the description of the rock and return to the library for a prize!
Blackout Poetry! – throughout July
Blackout poetry is created by blacking out text of a pre-existing writing, leaving select words visible for your poem. Share yours to be displayed in the library!
Design your own Book Cover! – throughout July
Use imagination and any media type to create your own book cover! Share yours to be displayed in the library!
Early Literacy Summer Program: Ball Painting (Ages 1 – 5)
Early Literacy Summer Program: Ball Painting (Ages 1 – 5)
Stories, Songs, crafts to instill a love of reading!
Salt Painting (Registration Required / Ages 11 – 13)
Salt Painting (Registration Required / Ages 11 – 13)
Make a galaxy painting using watercolors and salt! Program geared for ages 11 - 13. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Department to register. Program is part of the "Color Our World" Summer Reading Programming.
8 events,
Color Our World with Adventure: Pirate Day at the Library
Color Our World with Adventure: Pirate Day at the Library
Ahoy Mateys! Dress as a pirate, if you dare, and join us for a pirate themed scavenger hunt and outside story walk. Complete the scavenger hunt and get a prize from the treasure chest.
Color Our World: Floridingers at the Beach
Color Our World: Floridingers at the Beach
Florida Author, Gordan Halleck, presents his Floridingers book with art project to follow. Program designed for ages 4 - 10.
Color Our World: Rock Painting (Adults & Families)
Color Our World: Rock Painting (Adults & Families)
Join us for rock painting. All supplies provided.
7 events,
Beach Book Club
Beach Book Club
July: Does This Beach Make me Look Fat? by Lisa Scottoline **July's monthly meeting is on a Thursday! 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 […]
Salt Painting (Registration Required / Ages 14 – 17)
Salt Painting (Registration Required / Ages 14 – 17)
Make a galaxy painting using watercolors and salt! Program geared for ages 14 - 17. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 or visit the Youth Services Department to register. Program is part of the "Color Our World" Summer Reading Programming.
4 events,
Closed for Independence Day
All Northwest Regional Library System Locations will be CLOSED for Independence Day (Friday, July 4). All locations will close by 5 p.m. on July 3.
7 events,
Seaside Stitchers
Seaside Stitchers
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!
Saturday Adventures: Tigers
Saturday Adventures: Tigers
Bring a blanket for this outdoor fun day! Read books, play games, and have a snack!
YA Book Club
YA Book Club
Join us on Saturday, July 5 at 12:00 p.m. EST for conversation about your favorite manga titles! Program geared for Teens. July Focus: Manga Call the library for more information at 850-229-8879!
Closed for Memorial Day