April 2019
Minecrafters
Minecrafters is a hands-on event for kids. Learn, play and share the world of Minecraft. This program occurs on the 3rd Friday of the month in the Library's SEEDLab.
Find out more »Book Store 1/2 Price Sale
The Friends of the Library Book Store repeats their 1/2 price sale on the 3rd Saturday of every month.
Find out more »Computer Class: Getting Started with Google Drive
Intermediate Series: Google Drive has so much to offer! Not only can you save documents and pictures to the 'cloud' giving you access from anywhere in the world, it also provides free online software to create documents, spreadsheets, slideshows and more. This class will introduce you to these features as well as learn how to store, share, edit and create FREE online documents. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills a must for this class. Registration Required Note: If the class is full, feel free…
Find out more »Gardening & Landscaping Class: What’s Eating My Garden?
Presented by the UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardeners, hosted at the Winter Haven Public Library REGISTER
Find out more »Computer Class: Internet Safety & Security
Practical Series: In this class you’ll learn tips to create secure passwords, avoid internet scams, identify false or misleading information & shop securely online. Get advice on the best practices for browsing the web safely. Registration Required Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge is helpful. If the class is full, please come anyway and write your name at the bottom of the signup sheet. No-show seats will be filled by walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis.
Find out more »Creative Writing Critique Group
This group meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Attendees share and critique their writings. All aspiring writers are welcome. Questions? Send email to wekeig@gmail.com.
Find out more »Technology Help Desk
Having a problem figuring out your e-reader, laptop or other electronic device? Stop by our free IT Help Desk with your device on Thursdays between 5:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Find out more »Computer Class: iPad Basics
Beginner Series: Need some help getting started with your Apple iPad or iPhone? This class will take you on a tour of the basic features and functions. This class is not for Android tablets. Registration Required Note: Must bring your working iPhone and/or iPad and know your password to log in. This class is not for Android devices. If the class is full, please come anyway and write your name at the bottom of the signup sheet. No-show seats will…
Find out more »Saturday Afternoon Family Movies
Due to renovations at the library, the Saturday Afternoon Family Movies in April have been cancelled. We apologize for this inconvenience!
Find out more »Computer Class: Harvard From Your Couch
Beginners' Series:MOOCs (massive open online courses) are all the rage, allowing anyone with an internet connection and computer to take free classes on virtually any subject from elite universities and experts around the world. Join us for a lecture based class exploring the top MOOCs and other great sources for e‐learning. In addition, this class will include an overview of lynda.com – a resource the Library offers that gives you access to over 100,000 video tutorials to help enhance your…
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