Reposted with permission from Martin County Watchdog
Looking for free and/or family-friendly activities this holiday season? There are many local fun-packed events hosted by the Martin County Library System coming up:
1. Winter Reading Challenge! Kids in Martin County can earn a free Culver’s frozen custard, kids’ meal, and a free book when they read 10 books Nov. 22 – Jan. 3! Books can be logged on the Beanstack Tracker app or on a Culver’s bookmark provided at your local library! Sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
2. Family Gingerbread House Building
Sunday, December 3 | 2pm–4pm
Blake Library:
Drop into the John F. and Rita M. Armstrong Wing, where building materials and decorations will be provided. Supplies for one gingerbread house per family will be provided, while supplies last. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
3. Holiday Concert
Saturday, December 9 | 11am–12:30pm
Saturday, December 9 | 2pm–4pm
Blake Library:
Join us for An Old-Fashioned Christmas, the annual holiday concert of the Stuart Community Concert Band, featuring many of Americans’ favorites including “Sleigh Ride,” “Greensleeves,” “Hallelujah Chorus,” “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” and so much more. Because of the popularity of this event, there will be two performances with limited seating. Free tickets are required and available beginning 4pm Thursday, Nov. 30 in the Blake Library John F. and Rita M. Armstrong Wing and at the Blake Information Desk thereafter. Limit of two tickets per person. Come early as tickets go fast! Doors open at 3:30pm for 4pm distribution.
4. Free holiday photos with the family:
Festive Photo Shoot
Thursday, December 14 | 4pm–5pm
Hoke Library:
Want a festive photo with your family or friends? Stop by the Hoke Library to take a snapshot with your favorite people. Both digital and print options available! The backdrop used will be red with white snowflakes. Props are not provided, but feel free to bring your own. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration requested. See comment section for link to registration.
Tuesday, December 19 | 5pm-7pm
Blake Library:
Get into the holiday spirit and come wrap with friends. Bring your own presents, and we’ll provide the wrapping paper, ribbons, and all the trimmings you need to make your gifts look great. Holiday beverages will be provided. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration requested. See comment section for link to registration.
6. Sunday Cinema Series
Sunday, December 17 | 2pm–4pm
Blake Library:
A Christmas Story (1hr 39min) [PG] 1983
Nostalgia personified! Bring a light jacket or sweater as the room tends to be chilly. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
Tuesday, December 5 | 6pm–7:30pm
Elisabeth Lahti Library:
Get into the holiday spirit by decorating your own glass cup with pre-customized holiday prints! With a wide variety of choices, you will also have one (1) customizable text printed out and cut by our in-house Silhouette Cameo 4! This event is for adults only. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. See comment section for link to registration.
7. Take & Make: Diamond Art Snowmen
Tuesday, December 12 | 12am–12am
Elisabeth Lahti Library:
Get in the holiday spirit by taking home a diamond painting of a snowman to make. This event is for adults only. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. See comment section for links to registration.
8. Winter Family Fun Day
Wednesday, December 20 | 2pm–4pm
Hobe Sound Public Library:
Winter in Florida? Come join us for our second annual Winter Family Fun Day with a flurry of family fun full of games, crafts, snacks, and a festive photo booth. This year stop in to learn if the Pigeon got to drive the sleigh with a fun little tale. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
9. Family Place
Fridays, December 1, 8, 15 & 29 | 11am–12:15pm
Elisabeth Lahti Library:
This series encourages parents/caregivers to play with their child in a fun, educational setting. A local resource professional is available at each session to discuss parenting topics. After an hour of free play, gather for a short circle time with Miss Kelly, our Family Place coordinator, for songs, finger plays, and bubbles! Recommended for ages 0-4. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
Este programa alienta a los cuidadores a jugar con su hijo en un ambiente educativo y divertido. Un profesional de recursos locales está disponible para discutir temas de crianza. Después de una hora de juego, reúnase para un breve círculo con la señorita Kelly, nuestra coordinadora del lugar familiar. Recomendado para edades 0-4. Este evento está patrocinado por Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
10. Noon Year’s Eve Arts & Crafts
Saturday, December 30 | 11am–12pm
Elisabeth Lahti Library:
Join us for a fun-filled hour at the library where we will be having an arts and crafts event for Noon Year’s Eve! This program is for children, recommended for ages 10 and under. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
11. Take-and-Make: Winter Craft
Tuesday, December 5 | 10am–5pm
Hobe Sound Public Library:
Starting December 5, Hobe Sound Public Library will be offering a winter-themed kit you can pick up and do at home. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
12. An Afternoon with the Grinch
Saturday, December 9 | 2pm–3pm
Hobe Sound Public Library:
We all know about the Grinch who lived in Whoville. But did you ever want to know more about him? Come join us here at the Hobe Sound Public Library as we learn more about the Grinch. There will be fun facts about the Grinch and fun crafts! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
13. Winter Family Fun Day
Wednesday, December 20 | 2pm–4pm
Hobe Sound Public Library:
Winter in Florida? Come join us for our second annual Winter Family Fun Day with a flurry of family fun full of games, crafts, snacks, and a festive photo booth. This year stop in to learn if the Pigeon got to drive the sleigh with a fun little tale. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
14. Holiday Clay Crafting
Wednesday, December 6 | 5pm–6pm
Robert Morgade Library:
Do you want to build a snowman? Celebrate the holiday season by crafting your own clay creation. Join us at the Robert Morgade Library for holiday fun with polymer clay. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.
15. Teen Cookie and Canvas Painting
Thursday, December 7 | 5pm–7pm
Blake Library:
Like painting with a twist, but instead with cookies! Teens can learn how to create a geometric 8-pointed star painting using free library resources that nourish your creativity while having some great snacks and drinks! Recommended ages 11-18. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. Registration required. Link to registration will be posted in the comment section.
For those looking to give back, see “Season’s Readings,” sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc.:
Give the gift of literacy! Nov. 1 – Dec. 8, donate a brand new book to children in Martin County. Visit your local library branch for more details or go to: https://www.martin.fl.us/seasons-readings-instructions.
*All information was sourced and quoted from Martin County Library System.*
Also coming up: The Annual Stuart Christmas
Parade on December 1, 2023 at 7:00 pm.
Here is the event calendar Martin County Libraries.
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Thanks to Martin County Watchdog for the information.
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