As 2022 comes to a close, we have A LOT of fun and adventures coming in the new year! Something we are very pleased to announce is the introduction of a series called An After Hours Affair. These events will take place in the evenings on the first Friday of the month. They will include the Library Lounge Series and various themed events all year! Our first one in January will be Vintage Game Night for all ages. Not every event will be for all ages or need registration but each one will offer a fun, pressure-free environment to come together. So, be sure to spread the news! 

Something prominent on our minds for the month of December is always giving to others. Come in or follow us on our socials for all the ways you can extend a hand in your community. We always have our donation bins for FEAST, Clothes to Kids, Pack-A-Snack, and Suncoast Animal League. There are also two new pet and children's Giving Trees along with many more impactful ways to spread joy this season! On December 2nd, we will be packing up our Silver Santas Tree and wow... THANK YOU to everyone who has provided a local senior with a meaningful gift. We even had to request more tags for the tree twice! Everyone should know that we truly are in a wonderful community. We hope your heart is smiling as much as ours! 

Check out our FULL calendar of events here

*The library will be closed on Saturday Dec. 24th, Sunday Dec. 25th, Monday Dec. 26th, and Monday January 2nd.*

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

Featured Events

ON SALE NOW! Our artPHL Evening fundraiser is back on Friday, January 27th, 2023 at 7 PM for the 6th year! Tickets are available now online and in person. The first 95 tickets that are purchased in-person (only) will receive a complimentary wine stopper. The event is 21+ so be sure to book your babysitter if need be! We are so excited to see you and show off some amazing artists. See our Featured Artist, Nathan Heinze, in the video above!

We are also looking for sponsors! Sponsors confirmed by Dec. 16th will be in our event program. Find the form on our event page!

We would like to honor the incredible women that continue to make our beautiful Palm Harbor community better everyday. On March 20th, 2023 the Palm Harbor Library will be holding a ceremony to recognize four selected women. Head here to obtain information on how to nominate a woman in our community.

Calling all cottagecore crafters! Join us for an afternoon of holiday-themed fun, as we needle felt a tiny but precious Christmas tree that is guaranteed to give you a boost of serotonin in these (somewhat) chilly winter months. This program is geared toward our burgeoning New Adult demographic who range in ages 18-35. Patrons above the age of 34 are of course welcome! Register here!

Our Library Lounge Series Presents Harp's Holiday Delight has a few spots left! Register for this event, here.

See our next Library Lounge Series event here: Registration begins tomorrow! March features The Bernie Maloney Jazz Group. 

These events are sponsored by the, Palm Harbor Friends of the Library

Join the Florida Fanfare Brass group here at the library as part of the Friends of the Library Concert series. This will be held on Saturday, December 10th from 2 till 3 PM. Please register for the event here.

Ready for a holiday Poké-Party? We sure are! Come join us for some snowy crafts, a pack of presents, and the epic Pokémon movie "Lucario and Mystery of Mew"!
Caregivers encouraged to attend with children 7 or younger. Register here!

Pizza and a Movie: Reserve your space for the return of this monthly event! This month's movie is: A Christmas Story. Register here.

Mystery Science Film Club: Join us this month for a special holiday movie! Mystery Science Film Club showcases and discusses movies that are generally considered low-quality, especially dated, or sometimes just plain weird! Talking during the movie is not only allowed, but encouraged! Register here.

Saturday Morning Cartoons: Join us for Saturday morning cartoons. We will be watching all of your childhood favorites and having breakfast snacks. Feel free to come in your PJs, bring a blanket, and get comfy! No registration needed.

We are seeking local artists who wish to exhibit in the library’s John Brock Art Alcove in 2023-2024. This is an indoor space dedicated to displaying the artistic talents of residents in the Tampa Bay area. Learn more here! Applications are due by Friday, 12/9!

Book Clubs

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 Henna Artist by Alka Joshi. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. Please register here.

Ales & Tales: This month you can join Jinelle at Stilt House Brewery at 625 Alt 19 for a discussion of The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. No registration needed! More info here

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