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Read With PRIDE! Books to read this June (and year round)
Pride Month has arrived! While every day is a time to be proud of your identity and orientation, June is that time for boldly celebrating LGBTQIA community. Join libraries across the nation to celebrate June as Rainbow Book Month, a nationwide celebration of the authors and books that reflect the lives and experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Things To DO This Summer at the Library!
Readers of all ages Summer Reading is here! Dive into reading this summer during our Summer Reading program with Ocean of Possibilities. This year we’re diving into the ocean depths to bring you and your family tons of exciting events!
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Parrot Storytime-All Summer Long!
In partnership with Nancy Forrester’s Secret Garden, Join the library every Saturday from 11-3 spend an afternoon reading to parrots at Nancy Forrester’s Secret Garden then come back to the library to earn a reading prize.
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Oceans of Possibilities-Summer Reading 2022!
Readers of all ages Summer Reading is here! Dive into reading this summer during our Summer Reading program with Ocean of Possibilities. This year we’re diving into the ocean depths to bring you and your family tons of exciting events!
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Book Club in a Bag Collection
The Monroe County Public Library is excited to announce the new Book […]
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Big Pine Book Lovers Book Club
The Big Pine Book Lovers Book Club invites you to their next […]
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Great Books to Read for Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month(and all year)
This Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, celebrate the many cultures and stories within the AANHPI community with books by authors of Asian, East Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage and cultures
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Madan Sara: the power of Haitian Women-Film Screening and Discussion with Director Etant Dupain May 14th 1pm
Join us Saturday May 14th 1:00 PM in the Key West Public Library Auditorium for a Film Screening followed by a discussion with Director Etan. Then stick around for a Haitian food demonstration. Madan Sara, created by Haitian filmmaker Etant Dupain, profiles the lives of the women at the heart of Haiti’s informal economy; working tirelessly day in and day out to deliver food and other essentials to market. Madan Sara shows the vital importance these women play in the Haitian economy and for the next generation. It highlights the dangers they face in a country in the midst of growing instability, and allows audiences to hear directly from the Madan Sara about what needs to change.
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Key West Oceans of Possibilities-Summer Reading 2022!
Readers of all ages Summer Reading is here! Dive into reading this summer during our Summer Reading program with Ocean of Possibilities. This year we’re diving into the ocean depths to bring you and your family tons of exciting events!
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Write Your Own Superhero-Writing Workshop with Allie Qiu, May 7 | 2-3pm
Write Your Own Superhero Saturday, May 7 | 2-3pm at the Key […]
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Reads For Ramadan-Books with Muslim Main Characters
Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim friends! For book club this month we thought it would be fitting to read books written by Muslim Authors and books with Muslim characters.
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Island Farm Storytime-Friday April 22nd
Island Farm will be a special Storytime guest April 22nd at 11am.
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Saving South Florida’s Butterflies: Miami Blue-Robin Sarabia, Florida Keys Butterfly Technician March 29th 10am
Join us on Tuesday March 29th 10-11 am with Robin Sarabia, a Florida Keys Butterfly Technician as we discuss rare butterflies found in Key West National Wildlife Refuge. Despite captive-breeding and reintroduction efforts, this sun-loving coastal butterfly, once common throughout South Florida, is now one of the rarest insect species in North America.
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Holi Festival of Color – Saturday March 19th
What better way to welcome spring than the Festival of colors?! Come have fun throwing bright colors with the librarians as we observe and appreciate Indian culture on Saturday March 19th at the Key West Public Library. Starting with a cooking demo at 1:00, then the Festival of colors at 2:00. This program is free and open to all ages.
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Community Resource Fair
Wednesday, March 23 11am-2pm The Key Largo Public Library is hosting a […]
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YA and Juv Books to Read During Black History Month(AND EVERY MONTH!)
From anthologies to graphic novels, atmospheric fantasies to realistic tales tinged by everyday issues, there’s something to offer every type of reader in every one of these stories. Start this year off strong by supporting Black authors and their stories!
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Basic Sewing Classes During Family Time!
For the month of November visit the library every Saturday at 1:00 to learn about watercolor basics!
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What’s New In YA!
The Youth Department has tons of new titles waiting for you to check out!
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The Marathon Branch Library Launches 24/7 Locker System
Unlock your next read! Marathon Branch Library is pleased to introduce an […]
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December What’s New In Kids & Teens!
The Youth Department has tons of new titles waiting for you to check out!
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December Holidays Around the World!
atter how you choose to celebrate the holiday season, the one thing all of these traditions have in common is togetherness.
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Moving at Your Library with StoryWalk®
Get Moving @ Your Library with StoryWalk®Literacy and Recreation Program now available […]
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Storytime with Santa Claus!
It’s the happiest time of the year and we are so excited to announce that Santa is coming to Storytime!
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Storywalk In the Library Garden!
StoryWalk® is a fun way for children — and adults! — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Take a stroll through our library garden while going from page to page following the numbers to enjoy the full story.
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November is Native American Heritage Month-Check out these great reads!
November is Native American Heritage Month in the United States. Celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of indigenous peoples by reading books from our recommended reading list. Check out our recommended reading list below mixed with wide variety of genres —drama, memoirs, young adult fiction.
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With LawDepot, easily create basic legal documents.
LawDepot’s extensive library of documents and legal resources delivers easy-to-use assistance with […]
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Weekly Storytime at the Key West Branch!
Get your wiggles out with our weekly Storytime every Friday at 11:00. Storytime is a fun early literacy program for children. Join Ms. Trisha for an hour of interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts. The
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Halloween Scavenger Hunt At The Key West Branch
Grab your costumes and head over to the Key West Public Library […]
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Big Pine Book Lovers
The book club selection for September is The Invisible Life of Addie […]
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month
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September is Library Card Sign-up Month
September is library Card Sign-Up Month. Visit you library in person or online to get your very own library card!
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August Is National Family Fun Month!
August has arrived and that means families are getting ready to go Back-to-School. August is traditionally seen as the Back-to-School month but here at the library we like to see it as National Family Fun Month!
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Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Tuesday August 17th at 10:00 am: Michelle Leonard-Mularz, Environmental Horticulture Agent with […]
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Lecture: Sargassum and the Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease
Tuesday, August 10th at 10:00 am: Shelly Krueger, Florida Sea Grant Agent […]
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Plan Your Next Big Adventure! DnD Collection and Other Table Top Games
Interested in playing DnD? Not sure where to start? Or have you played before and looking for more resources? Never fear for your librarians are here! The library has many books in our collection to help you with you next big adventure.
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Read With PRIDE!
Pride Month has arrived! While every day is a time to be proud of your identity and orientation, June is that time for boldly celebrating LGBTQIA community. Join libraries across the nation to celebrate June as Rainbow Book Month,
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Congrats to Class of 2021!
MCPL would like to congratulate all our graduating seniors. From shelving to Storytime, teaching computer classes, and braving the full force of Summer Reading; Our student volunteers joined the Jr. Library Program early on in their middle school days and made it to their Senior year.
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Your 24/7 library is now open.
We’re here for you with these resources: Get your Virtual library card […]
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May Book Club for Among Us Fans
Among Us is a game that has the player doing normal, astronaut tasks…while there is a murderer, who is also a player, afoot! See if you can figure out who was the imposter in these books similar to Among Us.
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May What’s New In Kids & Teens!
Check out new titles for May 2021 in the youth department!
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April is National Poetry Month & National Library Week
April 2021 is the 25th annual celebration of poets and poetry! We’re also celebrating National Library week April 4-10, 2021.
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March What’s New In Kids & Teens!
Although the Monroe County Public Libraries are still closed to in-person visits you can still check out our new YA titles!
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We’re hiring!
Monroe County Public Libraries are hiring across the Keys. View the Monroe […]
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YA Reads for Women’s History Month
After the 100 year milestone passage of the 19th Amendment legally protecting women’s right to vote, women continue to be trailblazers, pioneers, innovators, and leaders in their fields. Join us this month as we honor and observe women’s history.
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National Reading Month & Dr. Seuss’ Birthday
March is National Reading Month and we’re starting the celebration off with a birthday party! Not just anyone’s birthday party but Dr. Seuss’ birthday!
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What’s New In Graphic Novels & Manga!
While libraries are operating contact-free, you can still check out our new YA titles!
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African-American READ-IN
Read or listen to a book with us on Saturday Feb 20th in a day of reading! Choose any African-American author of your choice to read or listen to
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10 Children’s Picture Books That Celebrate Black History Month and All Year Round
Join us this month as we celebrate Black History Month 2021. These […]
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Black History Month 2021
The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity February 1st – March 1st is […]
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What’s New In YA Fiction!
Although the Monroe County Public Libraries are still closed to in-person visits you can still check out our new YA titles!
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Jill’s Little Library
Hello everyone! Welcome to December! What is your favorite part of this […]
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Jill’s Little Library
Hello everyone! Welcome to November! What is your favorite part of this […]
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Virtual Storytime!
Although the libraries are still closed to in person visits, your family […]
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Jill’s Little Library
Hello everyone! Welcome to October! What do you look forward to most […]
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Banned Books Week
Banned Books Week 2020 will be held September 27 – October 3. The theme of this year’s event is “Censorship is a dead end. Find your freedom to read!”
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month
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Little Free Library Refill!
We refilled a bunch of the Little Free Libraries around town and […]
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Jill’s Little Library
Hello everyone! Welcome to September! It’s officially fall (not that that means […]
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Goodreads: The Social Network For Book Lovers!
Join the Key West Library on the largest site for readers and book lovers. Goodreads helps people find and share books they love.
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Library Card Sign-Up Month 2020
Library cards empower students and fuel academic success. This year, DC’s Wonder […]
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Tools for Job Seekers
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity’s website provides access to unemployment and […]
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Our County Counts! ¡Nuestro condado cuenta!
Be counted for your community, your county, your state and your country! It is not too late for you and your family to be counted in the 2020 Census. Results of the Census affect how our tax dollars are spent in our communities.
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Bedtime Storytime With Ms.Trisha!
As you settle down for bed tonight , let’s curl up and listen to a good story. While many may be staying close to home this summer, readers can go anywhere using their imagination!
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Around the World With Cinderella
What do you know about Cinderella? Maybe Disney’s iconic blonde-haired, blue eyed […]
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Summer Reading 2020 Imagine Your Story
While many may be staying close to home this summer, readers can […]
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Tampa Taiko
“Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).”
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Talks with Tom Hambright
An occasional series of chats with Historian Tom Hambright. Produced and filmed […]
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How to Use Libby on Your Devices
This tutorial will teach you how to download and use Libby! Libby […]
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New Adult Book Club Week 2
Week 2 is here for our New Adult Book Club. A little bit of everything for everyone!
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National Gallery of Art has education resources
The National Gallery of Art has educational resources for teachers as well […]
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Tim Dorsey Discussing Book Suggestions
Hope everyone is doing well and staying safe. … I’ve seen a […]
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Dave Pilkey & Library of Congress
Dav Pilkey, the children’s author and illustrator behind award-winning and worldwide bestselling […]
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Smithsonian Libraries
The Smithsonian libraries site has lots of interesting stuff. Including online books […]
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How to Access OverDrive on Your Devices
This is a step-by-step tutorial on how to set up an account […]
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Streaming videos from the library
Our streaming film partner, Kanopy, has opened unlimited access to the Kanopy […]
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Extra streaming films
Our streaming film partner, Kanopy, has generously put together a collection of […]
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Census 2020
Safe. Secure. Significant. Monroe County Public Libraries are ready for Census 2020. […]
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Online Historical Archive Surpasses 30,000,000 views
A modest 2002 grant started something that grew quite big. This month, […]
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We give thanks. Libraries closed Thursday 11/28 & Friday 11/29
The libraries will close at 6pm on Wednesday, then remain closed Thursday […]
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Books librarians love
Stuck for a new read? Book club been boring lately? Then, please […]
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Speak up with Mango Languages
Free with your library card–24/7 access to 70+ languages and ESL courses. […]
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September is Library Card Sign Up Month
Happy #LibraryCardSignup Month! Celebrate by getting your very own library card this […]
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Stream these Summer Films
Beat the heat with these Best of Summer films, curated by the […]
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Award-winning eBooks for summer reading
The Sunshine State Young Readers Award Program (SSYRA) is a statewide reading […]
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Stream these Feel-Good Films
Get your happy on with these selected Feel-Good films, curated by the […]
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Stream Earth Day Films
From the charming story of San Francisco’s avian population in THE WILD […]
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Libraries closed Friday
Monroe County Public Libraries will be closed on Friday, April 19th in […]
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Streaming Films for Women’s History Month
In honor of Women’s History Month, Kanopy has carefully curated a collection […]