Wednesday, March 1st - 1:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Schedule a FREE 30-minute training session with an expert technology librarian at the North County Library today. Registration is required. Contact the library for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Tracy

772-400-6357

Wednesday, March 1st - 2:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Please join us at Wellness Wednesday February 1^st at 2PM, as we kick off the 30 Days of Heart Challenge.

Better health starts with one small step.

We have joined the American Heart Association to bring you a program that teaches simple ways to improve your heart and brain health from home while having fun along the way.

30 Days of Heart Challenge journals will be handed out at Wellness Wednesday.

Copies are limited, so make sure you get one.

Registration is not required.

Karrie

772-400-6310

kcole@ircgov.com

Wednesday, March 1st - 4:00 PM

Brackett Library — Storytime Room

Bring the kids by to practice their reading skills with Solaris!  Solaris is a licensed Therapy Dog and the fluffiest and most non-judgmental reading coach you could meet! No registration is required. 

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Wednesday, March 1st - 5:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

TEENS ONLY! No registration required. Rejoice! Persephone has brought spring into the mortal realm. Join us for an ancient Greek mythology themed celebration. Feel free to come dressed as your favorite Greek hero, heroine, god, or goddess. Want to associate more with the earthly greats? Cosplay as Socratic philosophers Plato or Aristotle. We will be performing table-reads of books, creatively crafting, competitively gaming and more!

Gi Lee

772 400 6308

glee@ircgov.com

Wednesday, March 1st - 5:30 PM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Grab your friends and join us for popcorn and blockbuster hits for adults!  From the classics to the newly released.   No registration is required.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 2nd - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Storytime Room

Story time for children 3 to 5 years old. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

77 2400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Thursday, March 2nd - 11:30 AM

Brackett Library — Conference Room

Bring your projects and join us to knit, crochet, and weave with new friends.  No registration is required.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 2nd - 1:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Reference Study Room

One-on-one technology tutoring.  30 minute sessions are available Thursdays from 1-3pm at IRC Main Library.  Registration is required and masks are strongly encouraged.

Main Library Reference Desk

772-400-6331

jmatthews@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 2nd - 1:30 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Join Joe "the Movie Man" on the first Thursday of each month, 1:30 pm. Free. Watch a film then join in the fun with a short movie trivia contest with prizes and refreshments.

North IRC Library

772-400-6360

Thursday, March 2nd - 4:30 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Let loose your creative spirit. Draw, paint, craft, anything you like! If you would like, you can exhibit your works every 3 months at the library. Come get messy with us! Teens only, grades 6-12. No registration required. Face masks encouraged. 

Gi Lee

772 400 6308

glee@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 2nd - 4:30 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

TEENS ONLY! No registration required. Let loose your creative spirit. Come get messy with us! Draw, paint, and craft to your heart’s content. The best part? You can bring your work of art home with you.

Gi Lee

772 400 6308

glee@ircgov.com

Friday, March 3rd - 10:00 AM

Brackett Library — Conference Room

Join us to practice your Spanish in a fun and relaxed setting.  All are welcome. No registration is required.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Friday, March 3rd - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Florida History Room

The Writer's Window Pane is a cold-critique workshop where everyone gets instant constructive feedback on his or her writing. The forum is for novels and short stories, but any form of writing is acceptable. It is free for anyone who wants to start writing or tighten up a manuscript they already have. Registration is not required.

Karrie

772-400-6310

kcole@ircgov.com

Friday, March 3rd - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Conference Room

North IRC Library

772-400-6360

Friday, March 3rd - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Kid-Fit is a fun physical fitness class for 3 to 6 year olds. Children must wear sneakers, comfortable clothing and should bring a filled water bottle.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Friday, March 3rd - 12:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Newly released movies for adults.  Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a movie and popcorn on us!   Please call 772-400-6310 for movie title. 

Melanie

772-400-6311

msmart@ircgov.com

Saturday, March 4th - 11:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Time to get creative and MESSY! This hands-on program for three to five year olds will feature various media including painting, stamps, clay and more. Registration is not required, but children should wear clothes that can get dirty. 

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com

Monday, March 6th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Storytime Room

The Sign Language classes are informal, fun and educational experiences for birth to two year olds and their families. The programs focus primarily on rhymes and songs and learning of common sign language words and phrases. Registration is not required for these programs.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Monday, March 6th - 10:00 AM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Story time for children 2 to 5 years old and their families. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Monday, March 6th - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Storytime Room

Story time for children 18 months to 3 years old. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Monday, March 6th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Grab-and-Go

You’ve read them, now it’s time to vote on them!

We’ve chosen the titles from our collection with the highest circulation numbers in 2022.

For 4 weeks, you will have the opportunity to vote for the books you think are most deserving of the title “March Madness Champion”.

16 books will face off throughout the month, going head-to-head in 4 matchups until one book is crowned champion.

Round 1: Voting March 6-12

Round 2 Voting March 13-19

Round 3: Voting March 20-26

Round 4: Voting March 27-31

Your vote each week automatically enters you into a drawing for a weekly prize!

The 16 contenders are:

Sparring Partner by John Grisham

The 6:20 Man by David Baldacci

The Investigator by John Sanford

22 Seconds by James Patterson

The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hildegard

Portrait of a Woman by Daniel Silva

The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

What Happened to the Bennetts by Lisa Scottoline

Freezing Order: A True Story of Money Laundering, Murder & Surviving Vladimir Putin’s Wrath by Bill Browder

Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels & Crooks by Patrick Radden Keefe

The Revolutionary: Sam Adams by Stacy Schiff

And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln & the American Struggle by Jon Meacham

The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama

I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jeanette McCurdy

Friends, Lovers, & the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry

Like a Rolling Stone by Jann Wenner

Melanie

772-400-6311

msmart@ircgov.com

Monday, March 6th - 2:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

New York Times best selling author Michael J. Tougias presents a narrated slide presentation for his newest book, Extreme Survival: Lessons From Those Who Triumphed Against All Odds.

North IRC Library

772-400-6360

Tuesday, March 7th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Storytime Room

Story time for children 2 to 5 years old and their families. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Tuesday, March 7th - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Storytime Room

Story Time for infants to 18 month old babies. Baby Time consists of age appropriate storytelling, music and movement. It is a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library from infancy.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Tuesday, March 7th - 11:00 AM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Kid-Fit is a fun physical fitness class for 3 to 6 year olds. Children must wear sneakers, comfortable clothing and should bring a filled water bottle.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Tuesday, March 7th - 12:30 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

·        We provide the tools, you provide the creativity during our “crafting bee” sessions! Meet new friends to craft with! From sewing to yarn crafts to scrapbooking, we have what you need. Bring your own projects and chat too.

North IRC Library

772-400-6357

tgalentine@irclibrary.org

Tuesday, March 7th - 1:00 PM

Brackett Library — Conference Room

Get together every Tuesday afternoon for Craft N' Chat!  Create crafts out of recycled materials or use good ole fashioned methods. Stop by and check out our chatty craft room.  Patrons provide their own materials.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Tuesday, March 7th - 4:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Florida History Room

Join Ms. Thalia as she helps you learn how to draw a new character each week! This program is for 6 to 12 year olds only. Registration is not required. 

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com

Tuesday, March 7th - 4:00 PM

Marian Fell Library — Main Room

Join us for this free program that features Lego contests, games and more! Legos are provided. This program is intended for first through fifth graders. Registration is not required. 

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com

Wednesday, March 8th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

New to the gardening world, or just enjoy sharing your knowledge and experiences with gardening? This club is the place for you. Each month we will focus on different aspects of having your own garden at home! Come see our friendly faces and become a part of the crew. No registration is required. 

Karrie

(772)400-6310

kcole@ircgov.com

Wednesday, March 8th - 12:00 PM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Join us each month for the film adaptation of your favorite books! No registration is required.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Wednesday, March 8th - 1:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Schedule a FREE 30-minute training session with an expert technology librarian at the North County Library today. Registration is required. Contact the library for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Tracy

772-400-6357

Wednesday, March 8th - 6:00 PM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Shannon Hawk

772 400 6375

shawk@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 9th - 10:00 AM

Brackett Library — Conference Room

Schedule a free one - on - one appointment to receive training help with your device. Thirty minute sessions available by appointment only.  For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Richard at 772-400-6380. 

Richard

772-400-6380

rfrancis@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 9th - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Storytime Room

Story time for children 3 to 5 years old. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

77 2400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Thursday, March 9th - 11:00 AM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Shannon Hawk

772 400 6375

shawk@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 9th - 11:30 AM

Brackett Library — Conference Room

Bring your projects and join us to knit, crochet, and weave with new friends.  No registration is required.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 9th - 1:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Reference Study Room

One-on-one technology tutoring.  30 minute sessions are available Thursdays from 1-3pm at IRC Main Library.  Registration is required and masks are strongly encouraged.

Main Library Reference Desk

772-400-6331

jmatthews@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 9th - 2:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Join your travel host for a tour across the country or around the world...from sea to shining sea and everywhere in between. Free and open to the public.

North IRC Library

772-400-6360

Thursday, March 9th - 3:00 PM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Copies are available for the month's selection from the Brackett Library.  Read the book and peruse the provided discussion questions.  Join us in the Pole Barn at the  Laura Riding Jackson House on the date of the meeting to share your thoughts and discuss with the group.

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 9th - 5:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

TEENS ONLY! Registration REQUIRED. To register, contact the Young Adult Librarian, Gi Lee at glee@ircgov.com or (772) 400-6308.

March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Teens will be divided into teams and competing against one another to guess the icon behind the images and sounds presented to them. Here’s a hint: everything involved will center around themes of female empowerment!

Gi Lee

772 400 6308

glee@ircgov.com

Friday, March 10th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Florida History Room

The Writer's Window Pane is a cold-critique workshop where everyone gets instant constructive feedback on his or her writing. The forum is for novels and short stories, but any form of writing is acceptable. It is free for anyone who wants to start writing or tighten up a manuscript they already have. Registration is not required.

Karrie

772-400-6310

kcole@ircgov.com

Friday, March 10th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Kid-Fit is a fun physical fitness class for 3 to 6 year olds. Children must wear sneakers, comfortable clothing and should bring a filled water bottle.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Friday, March 10th - 2:00 PM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Join us for Bingo the second Friday of the Month @ 2:00 PM. No registration is required.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Saturday, March 11th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Jessica Matthews

772-400-6306

jmatthews@ircgov.com

Saturday, March 11th - 11:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Time to get creative and MESSY! This hands-on program for three to five year olds will feature various media including painting, stamps, clay and more. Registration is not required, but children should wear clothes that can get dirty. 

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com

Monday, March 13th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Storytime Room

The Sign Language classes are informal, fun and educational experiences for birth to two year olds and their families. The programs focus primarily on rhymes and songs and learning of common sign language words and phrases. Registration is not required for these programs.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Monday, March 13th - 10:00 AM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Story time for children 2 to 5 years old and their families. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Monday, March 13th - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Storytime Room

Story time for children 18 months to 3 years old. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Monday, March 13th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Grab-and-Go

You’ve read them, now it’s time to vote on them!

We’ve chosen the titles from our collection with the highest circulation numbers in 2022.

For 4 weeks, you will have the opportunity to vote for the books you think are most deserving of the title “March Madness Champion”.

16 books will face off throughout the month, going head-to-head in 4 matchups until one book is crowned champion.

Round 1: Voting March 6-12

Round 2 Voting March 13-19

Round 3: Voting March 20-26

Round 4: Voting March 27-31

Your vote each week automatically enters you into a drawing for a weekly prize!

The 16 contenders are:

Sparring Partner by John Grisham

The 6:20 Man by David Baldacci

The Investigator by John Sanford

22 Seconds by James Patterson

The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hildegard

Portrait of a Woman by Daniel Silva

The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

What Happened to the Bennetts by Lisa Scottoline

Freezing Order: A True Story of Money Laundering, Murder & Surviving Vladimir Putin’s Wrath by Bill Browder

Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels & Crooks by Patrick Radden Keefe

The Revolutionary: Sam Adams by Stacy Schiff

And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln & the American Struggle by Jon Meacham

The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama

I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jeanette McCurdy

Friends, Lovers, & the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry

Like a Rolling Stone by Jann Wenner

Melanie

772-400-6311

msmart@ircgov.com

Monday, March 13th - 3:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Karrie

772-400-6310

kcole@ircgov.com

Tuesday, March 14th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Storytime Room

Story time for children 2 to 5 years old and their families. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Tuesday, March 14th - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Storytime Room

Story Time for infants to 18 month old babies. Baby Time consists of age appropriate storytelling, music and movement. It is a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library from infancy.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Tuesday, March 14th - 11:00 AM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Kid-Fit is a fun physical fitness class for 3 to 6 year olds. Children must wear sneakers, comfortable clothing and should bring a filled water bottle.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Tuesday, March 14th - 1:00 PM

Brackett Library — Conference Room

Get together every Tuesday afternoon for Craft N' Chat!  Create crafts out of recycled materials or use good ole fashioned methods. Stop by and check out our chatty craft room.  Patrons provide their own materials.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Tuesday, March 14th - 4:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Florida History Room

Join Ms. Thalia as she helps you learn how to draw a new character each week! This program is for 6 to 12 year olds only. Registration is not required. 

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com

Tuesday, March 14th - 4:00 PM

Marian Fell Library — Main Room

Join us for this free program that features Lego contests, games and more! Legos are provided. This program is intended for first through fifth graders. Registration is not required. 

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com

Tuesday, March 14th - 6:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Bob Lusk entertains us with a variety of historical and regional folk songs of Florida.

North IRC Library

772-400-6360

Wednesday, March 15th - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Conference Room

Whether you hope to grow your own vegetables, adorn the yard with gorgeous ornamentals, or simply keep your lawn neat and healthy, the Master Gardeners can help you develop a greener thumb.

North IRC Library

772-400-6360

Wednesday, March 15th - 1:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Schedule a FREE 30-minute training session with an expert technology librarian at the North County Library today. Registration is required. Contact the library for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Tracy

772-400-6357

Wednesday, March 15th - 2:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Looking to try a new craft?

Then stop by on the third Wednesday of each month for Creative Crafters, where you can have fun learning something new.

This program is geared toward adults. 

No registration is required.

Karrie

772-400-6310

kcole@ircgov.com

Wednesday, March 15th - 3:30 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

ALL AGES WELCOME! Registration REQUIRED. To register, contact the Young Adult Librarian, Gi Lee at glee@ircgov.com or (772) 400-6308.

Robotics is a constantly evolving interdisciplinary branch of computer science and engineering. Join us for our four-part introductory program, and step into a world of creativity and innovation. Led by Frances Pawlak, our third event will demonstrate how electronics work. Watch and wonder, as science comes alive in front of your eyes!

Gi Lee

772 400 6308

glee@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 16th - 10:00 AM

North IRC Library — Storytime Room

Story time for children 3 to 5 years old. Story Times consist of age appropriate storytelling, creative dramatics, music, movement and a craft. They are a wonderful way to encourage early literacy, a love of books and the library, as well as help prepare children socially for pre-school/kindergarten.

Patti Fuchs

77 2400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Thursday, March 16th - 11:30 AM

Brackett Library — Conference Room

Bring your projects and join us to knit, crochet, and weave with new friends.  No registration is required.  

Hollie

772-400-6366

hmcdougall@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 16th - 1:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Reference Study Room

One-on-one technology tutoring.  30 minute sessions are available Thursdays from 1-3pm at IRC Main Library.  Registration is required and masks are strongly encouraged.

Main Library Reference Desk

772-400-6331

jmatthews@ircgov.com

Thursday, March 16th - 2:00 PM

North IRC Library — Large Meeting Room

Join your travel host for a tour across the country or around the world...from sea to shining sea and everywhere in between. Free and open to the public.

North IRC Library

772-400-6360

Thursday, March 16th - 6:00 PM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Join us for St. Patrick's Day themed games, crafts, and activities. Registration is not required. This program is intended for 5 to 12 year olds. For more information contact Patti Fuchs at 772 400 6318 or email pfuchs@ircgov.com.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com

Friday, March 17th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Florida History Room

The Writer's Window Pane is a cold-critique workshop where everyone gets instant constructive feedback on his or her writing. The forum is for novels and short stories, but any form of writing is acceptable. It is free for anyone who wants to start writing or tighten up a manuscript they already have. Registration is not required.

Karrie

772-400-6310

kcole@ircgov.com

Friday, March 17th - 10:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Kid-Fit is a fun physical fitness class for 3 to 6 year olds. Children must wear sneakers, comfortable clothing and should bring a filled water bottle.

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@irclibrary.org

Friday, March 17th - 2:00 PM

Brackett Library — Bjorkman Room

Join us to practice your Spanish in a fun and relaxed setting.  All are welcome.  No registration is required.  

Cynthia Lowe

772-400-6369

clowe@ircgov.com

Saturday, March 18th - 11:00 AM

IRC Main Library — Large Meeting Room

Time to get creative and MESSY! This hands-on program for three to five year olds will feature various media including painting, stamps, clay and more. Registration is not required, but children should wear clothes that can get dirty. 

Patti Fuchs

772 400 6318

pfuchs@ircgov.com