Clay County Public Library Happenings Newsletter: November 2023
From: Green Cove Springs Library
November 3, 2023
November 2023
Holiday Closures:
Friday, November 10 - All Clay County Public Libraries will be closed all day in observance of Veterans Day.
Wednesday, November 22- Clay County Public Libraries will be closing at 5 p.m. in observance of Thanksgiving.
Thursday, November 23 AND Friday, November 24 - All Clay County Public Libraries will be closed all day in observance of Thanksgiving.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: Closed
One-on-One Help
- Computer/Internet basics
- Microsoft Office
- Phone apps
- E-readers/Tablets
- Digital library resources (Libby, hoopla, LinkedIn Learning, etc.)
- and More!
Need help? Make an appointment!
Grand Opening of the Creation Spaces
- Orange Park Library - Wednesday, November 8 at 6 p.m.
- Fleming Island Library - Thursday, November 9 at 6 p.m.
You are invited to see the equipment available for use at each of our Creation Space locations!
Visit the Creation Space on our website to see the available equipment, book an orientation appointment, or to reserve the equipment after completing the orientation.
All Ages Programs
Big Cabin Holiday Open House - Camp Chowenwaw, 1517 Ball Rd.
ADULTS PROGRAMS
Arts & Crafts
Needle Felted Gnomes
Perler Bead Art
- Fleming Island Library - Tuesday, November 14 at 2 p.m.
Card Making with the Cricut
Trinket Dishes
- Keystone Heights Library - Friday, November 17 at 10 a.m.
Jewelry Making
- Keystone Heights Library - Tuesday, November 28 at 10 a.m.
BOOK CLUBS
Read Between the Wines Book Club
The Maid by Nita Prose - Thursday, November 2 at 7 p.m.
This library book club meets in the back room of Red's Wine Bar, 414 Walnut St., Green Cove Springs.
A look ahead: December's book is: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Keystone Heights Library Book Club
Hurricane Season by Lauren K. Denton - Friday, November 3 at 10 a.m.
This book club meets in the meeting room at Keystone Heights Library.
A look ahead: December's book is: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver
Fleming Island Library Book Club
Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty - Saturday, November 11 at 10 a.m.
This book club meets in the meeting room at Fleming Island Library.
A look ahead: December's book is: The Maid by Nita Prose
Middleburg-Clay Hill Library Book Club
Our Darkest Night by Jennifer Robson - Monday, November 13 at 6 p.m.
This book club meets in the meeting room at Middleburg-Clay Hill Library.
A look ahead: December's book is: Homecoming by Kate Morton
Orange Park Library Book Club
The Crazyladies of Pearl Street: A Novel by Trevanian - Tuesday, November 21 at 6 p.m.
This book club meets in the conference room at Orange Park Library.
A look ahead: December's book is: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
CONCERTS
First Coast Flute Choir
- Orange Park Library - Saturday, November 11 at 2 p.m.
First Coast Harp Ensemble Open Rehearsal
- Fleming Island Library - Saturday, November 18 at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Chair Yoga
- Fleming Island Library - Every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.
Diabetes Education
- Orange Park Library - Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 2:30 p.m.
- Fleming Island Library - Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Baby Bump Club
- Fleming Island Library - Thursday, November 9 at 6 p.m.
Tobacco Cessation Class
- Fleming Island Library - Thursday, November 2 at 5:30 p.m.
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Saturday, November 11 at 10 a.m.
Eat Healthy, Live Well
- Fleming Island Library - Thursday, November 16 at 2 p.m.
Stress & How to Manage It
- Fleming Island Library - Monday, November 20 at 5:30 p.m.
INFORM & CONNECT
Adult Education
- Orange Park Library - Every Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Want to Earn Passive Income?
- Fleming Island Library - Thursday, November 2 at 5:30 p.m.
New Investors Club
The Monkey Farm
- Orange Park Library - Monday, November 6 at 5:30 p.m.
Conversational English: For Speakers of Other Languages
- Orange Park Library - Tuesday, November 7 at 5:30 p.m.
ASK-A-LAWYER
- Orange Park Library - Tuesday, November 14 from 5:30-7 p.m.
The History of Green Cove Springs: Looking Back 150 Years
- Green Cove Springs Library - Thursday, November 16 at 6 p.m.
Family Search Workshop
How to Winterize Your Garden
- Orange Park Library - Tuesday, November 28 at 6 p.m.
RECREATION
Bingo For Books
- Fleming Island Library - Wednesday, November 1 at 10 a.m.
Rummikub® Klub
- Fleming Island Library - Saturday, November 4 at 2 p.m.
- Orange Park Library - Tuesday, November 7 at 2 p.m.
NaNoWriMo: Your Story Matters
- Fleming Island Library - Wednesday, November 8 at 1 p.m.
- Keystone Heights Library - Wednesday, November 15 at 3 p.m.
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Friday, November 17 at 2 p.m.
- Green Cove Springs Library - Thursday, November 30 at 5:30 p.m.
Bricks and Brews
- Cultured Collective Brewing Co., 835 Park Ave, Orange Park - Monday, November 27 at 6 p.m.
TEEN SCENE
Clay County Library School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
These programs for teens are inspired by the Harry Potter book series
Care of Magical Creatures
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Thursday, November 2 at 6 p.m
History of Magic
- Fleming Island Library - Tuesday, November 7 at 2:30 p.m.
Potions Class
- Green Cove Springs Library - Thursday, November 9 at 6 p.m.
Hogwart’s Kitchens Field Trip
- Keystone Heights Library - Tuesday, November 14 at 2:30 p.m.
Defense Against the Dark Arts
- Orange Park Library - Thursday, November 16 at 2:30 p.m.
NaNoWriMo Teen Writing Circle
- Keystone Heights Library - Wednesday November 1 at 6 p.m.
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Wednesday, November 8 at 6 p.m.
- Fleming Island Library - Wednesday, November 15 at 6 p.m.
- Green Cove Springs Library - Tuesday, November 21 at 6 p.m.
- Orange Park Library - Wednesday, November 29 at 6 p.m.
Young Investors Club
Teen Needle Felting Workshop
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - November 7 at 6 p.m.
DIY Soap Making
- Green Cove Springs Library - Tuesday, November 14 at 6 p.m.
Discover Art through 3D Pens
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Wednesday, November 29 at 6 p.m
CHILDRENS PROGRAMS – School Age: Ages 6 to 11 years old.
Be a SmARTie!
Be a SmARTie! is a program led by UF/IFAS Extension to encourage art-literacy for children grades K-5. Art activities are some of the best ways to promote literacy and provide children with authentic self-expression. Each session will include a story, short lesson, and art project.
- Fleming Island Library - Thursday, November 16 at 4 p.m.
Bingo for Books
Come join us for a fun game of Bingo! Every child that gets a Bingo will get a free book!
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Saturday, November 11 at 2 p.m.
Creation Lab
Imagine, Design, Create! Join us at the library where your school age child can flex their creative muscles through a variety of art concepts and media.
Creation Lab Camp
Imagine, Design, Create! Pick from a variety of craft projects each day!
- Orange Park Library
- Monday, November 20 at 2 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 21 at 2 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 22 at 2 p.m.
Exploration Lab
Explore, Experiment, Learn! Join us at the library where your school age child can have fun while exploring STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) concepts through engaging hands on activities.
Family Board Game Day
Do you like playing card and board games? We have several giant games along with a variety of other games available for good, family fun!
Homeschool Hangout
Hey, homeschoolers! Join us for a special program that provides kids with an opportunity to socialize, have fun, and enjoy all of the library's great resources.
- Fleming Island Library - Monday, November 13 at 1 p.m.
LEGO® at the Library
Calling all LEGO® Lovers! Join us for some LEGO® fun, where we will build amazing creations!
Outsmart Germs
Join us for the glo germ handwashing experiment to learn about how easily germs can spread and proper handwashing techniques!
- Fleming Island Library - Wednesday, November 29 at 4 p.m.
Prepare with Pedro
Learn all about hurricane safety with Pedro the Penguin!
- Fleming Island Library - Saturday, November 4 at 2 p.m.
Reading with Rover
Is your child ready for a PAWsitive reading experience? Come to the library and read to a certified therapy dog. We have partnered with Clay Humane and their therapy dog teams to offer this special program to provide a comforting and judgement free reading experience.
EARLY CHILDHOOD – Ages 5 Years and Under
STORYTIMES
Baby Storytime
Sing, Bounce, Play! Designed for children ages 0-23 months or those who haven’t begun to run around.
- Orange Park Library - Following Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
- 11/6- Theme: Dinosaurs
- 11/13 - Theme: Dinosaurs
- 11/20 - Theme: Thanksgiving
- 11/27 - Theme: Animals on the Farm
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Following Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- 11/7 - Theme: Apples
- 11/14 - Theme: Fall
- 11/21 - Theme: Thanksgiving
- 11/28 - Theme: Playing
- Fleming Island Library - Following Thursdays at 10:15 and 11 a.m.
- 11/2 - Theme: Dinosaurs
- 11/9- Theme: Shapes
- 11/16 - Theme: The Body
- 11/30 - Theme: Zoo
Toddler Storytime
Get ready to sing, dance, and learn together! Designed for children ages 2-3 years old or those who can confidently walk around.
- Fleming Island Library - Following Tuesdays at 10:15 and 11 a.m.
- 11/7 - Theme: Dinosaurs
- 11/14 - Theme: Hats
- 11/21 - Theme: Thanksgiving
- 11/28 - Theme: Music and Dance
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, rhymes, games, and crafts! Develop school readiness skills and engage your child's growing imagination. Designed for 3-5 year olds or those interested in school readiness skills.
- Fleming Island Library - Following Wednesdays at 10:15 and 11 a.m.
- 11/1 - Theme: Letters U and V
- 11/8 - Theme: Letters W and X
- 11/15 - Theme: Letters Y and Z
- 11/22 - Theme: Thanksgiving
- 11/29 - Theme: Dinosaurs
- Green Cove Springs - Following Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
- 11/3 - Theme: Wolves
- 11/17 - Theme: T-Rex Tea Party
Family Storytime
Listen, Rhyme, Sing! Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes that explore early literacy skills. Designed for children 5 years old and under who enjoy picture books, music, and play.
- Orange Park Library - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- 11/7 - Theme: Dinosaurs
- 11/14 - Theme: DInosaurs
- 11/21 - Theme: DInosaurs
- 11/28 - Theme: DInosaurs
- Middleburg-Clay Hill Library - Following Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- 11/1 - Theme: The Library
- 11/8 - Theme: Dinosaurs
- 11/15 - Theme: Moose
- 11/29 - Theme: Raccoons
- Keystone Heights Library - Following Thursdays at 11 a.m.
- 11/2 - Theme: Dinosaurs
- 11/9 - Theme: Dinosaur Yoga
- 11/16 - Theme: Dinosaur Thanksgiving
- 11/30 - Theme: Pet Dinosaurs
Storytime at the Park - Exploring Animals at Foxmeadow Park
This special pop-up storytime and nature center is all about bears!
- Foxmeadow Park - Thursday, November 30 at 11 a.m.
- 1155 Foxmeadow Trail, Middleburg
LEARN & PLAY
Little Creators
Imagine, Create, Play! Bring your little ones for a fun time of creation and pretend play. Your child will develop their imaginations through a variety of art concepts and media.
Little Explorers
Explore, Play, Learn! Bring your little ones for a fun time of exploration. Your child can explore beginning STEM concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) through hands on play activities.
Music & Movement
Wiggle, Giggle, Groove! Bring your little ones to stretch, sing, dance, and make some music.
