Brackett Library
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Friday, October 7th — 10:00 AM
Learn the 9 Principles of Florida Friendly Landscaping and other exciting gardening topics. This is a free program offered by the Master Gardener's of Indian River County. Registration is REQUIRED.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/master-gardeners-growing-series-brackett-library-482329 to register.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
IRC Main Library
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Saturday, October 8th — 12:00 PM
Bring your gently used costumes to the Main, Brackett, or North County Libraries and receive swap tickets to use at the event. Costumes of all sizes are welcome.
Rules:
1. Costumes will be accepted from September 1 - October 7, 2022.
2. Costumes and accessories of ALL sizes are welcome.
3. All costumes must be in clean and wearable condition with no rips, stains, or tears unless they are part of the costume.
4. Those swapping costumes will receive an orange COSTUME swap ticket when they drop off their costume. Costumes that come in multiple pieces will be treated as ONE costume and receive ONE costume swap ticket. The tickets can be redeemed beginning at 12pm on October 8th.
6. Those swapping accessories (hats, wands, crowns, wigs, jewelry) will receive ONE purple ACCESSORY ticket per item. The tickets can be redeemed beginning at 12pm on October 8th.
7. We reserve the right to decline donations that are not appropriate or in wearable condition.
8. The Swap is open to everyone beginning at 1pm. Swap tickets are not necessary. One costume/accessory per person in attendance during this time.
Jessica 772-400-6306 jmatthews@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Wednesday, October 12th — 6:00 PM
Join us for an evening of drumming! No experience is necessary and drums are provided. All ages are welcome!
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Thursday, October 13th — 3:00 PM
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
Brackett Library
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Thursday, September 8th — 10:30 AM
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Thursday, October 13th — 10:30 AM
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Thursday, November 10th — 10:30 AM
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Thursday, December 8th — 10:30 AM
Join us for this monthly journey into all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Each month will feature a new project/experiment.
This program is for 6-12 year olds ONLY. Registration is required.
Shannon Hawk 772 400 6375 shawk@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Friday, October 14th — 10:00 AM
Learn the 9 Principles of Florida Friendly Landscaping and other exciting gardening topics. This is a free program offered by the Master Gardener's of Indian River County. No registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
IRC Main Library
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Saturday, October 15th — 1:00 PM
Bark like Zero! Laugh with Oogie Boogie! Join us for a free, interactive showing of this holiday classic. This is Halloween, everybody make a scene! Registration not required
Gi Lee 772 400 6308 glee@ircgov.com
North IRC Library
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Monday, September 19th — 1:00 PM
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Monday, October 17th — 1:00 PM
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Monday, November 21st — 1:00 PM
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Monday, December 19th — 1:00 PM
Join us to play board games, both old and new. Games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own to share. This program is intended for six to twelve year olds.
Patti Fuchs 772 400 6318 pfuchs@ircgov.com
IRC Main Library
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Monday, October 17th — 3:00 PM
Join us on October 17th at 3pm to make your own upcycled book pumpkin. All materials and instruction provided. Registration is required. Please contact Jessica at 772-400-6306 if you would like to attend.
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, October 18th — 6:00 PM
Join us the third Tuesday of the month for some messy and creative fun! Each month we'll try our hand at a new project.
Finger painting is not just for the kids! Let's get a little messy and create a masterpiece!
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
North IRC Library
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Tuesday, October 18th — 6:00 PM
Ages 6 and up are invited to make their own Fairy Gardens. This program is free, but registration is required.
Susan Melasi 772 400 6358 smelasi@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Wednesday, October 19th — 6:00 PM
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Wednesday, November 16th — 6:00 PM
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Wednesday, December 14th — 6:00 PM
Great Britain - Oct 19th
Japan - Nov 16th
Brazil - Dec 14th
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us each month for food, crafts and games on theme. This program is intended for 6 to 12 year olds.
Registration is required, to register contact
Ms. Shannon at 772 400 6375 or email shawk@ircgov.com
Shannon Hawk 772 400 6375 shawk@ircgov.com
North IRC Library
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Wednesday, July 27th — 1:00 PM
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Friday, October 21st — 10:30 AM
Adults can make a creepy or cute gnome decked out in Halloween or fall attire. Registration is required and will begin on October 10.
Sponsored by the Friends of the North IRC Library.
North IRC Library 772-400-6360
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, October 25th — 6:00 PM
We'll provide the thrift store figurines and you provide the creativity and horror! All supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
North IRC Library
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Tuesday, October 25th — 5:30 PM
Join a relay race to see which team can make Eleven's favorite treat - the Eggo Waffle, the fastest. Stranger Things have happened...
Registration is not required.
Gi Lee 772 400 6308 glee@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Wednesday, October 26th — 2:30 PM
Inspired by the claymation in the film Coraline, we'll be forming spooky clay creations. See you on the other side of the mirror.
Registration is not required.
Gi Lee 772 400 6308 glee@ircgov.com
IRC Main Library
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Monday, October 31st — 10:00 AM
Families are invited to stop by the IRC Main Library any time on Halloween Day for games, crafts, candy and more!
Patti Fuchs 772 400 6318 pfuchs@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, November 1st — 6:00 PM
Can you replicate common objects using just Play-Doh? Of course you can! Join us for a friendly competition and lots of fun!
Contestants will work in teams to replicate a common object that is given to them. Each team will have one hour to mold their object to present to the judges. The team with the Play-Doh sculpture closest resembling the object, will be crowned the champion!
This program is geared towards teens and adults. Registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Friday, November 4th — 2:00 PM
Make the holidays a bit brighter for some local shelter pets. Drop in to create a pillow for yourself and a small blanket for pets at a local animal shelter.
All supplies provided! No registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Thursday, November 10th — 3:00 PM
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
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, November 15th — 6:00 PM
Join us the third Tuesday of the month for some messy and creative fun! Each month we'll try our hand at a new project.
Let's get messy and learn the art of acrylic paint pouring. Registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
IRC Main Library
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Monday, November 28th — 6:30 PM
Join us the last Monday of each month to discuss a different non-fiction book. October's book is Comedy Comedy Drama: A memoir by Bob Odenkirk. Registration is not required. Book club titles are available for checkout from the Main Library.
Jessica Matthews 772-400-6306 jmatthews@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, November 29th — 6:00 PM
Living by the Stream creates a new and unique musical style entirely it's own by harnessing the tones of violin, guitar, and vocals into a colorful amalgam of sound imbued with joy and wonder.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Friday, December 2nd — 2:00 PM
We're getting into the holiday spirit at the library! Join us at our paint and take holiday ornament painting party!
Registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Thursday, December 8th — 3:00 PM
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
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, December 20th — 6:00 PM
Join us the third Tuesday of the month for some messy and creative fun! Each month we'll try our hand at a new project.
Join us to make unique and special holiday ornaments that you'll be proud to hang on your tree!
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Wednesday, December 28th — 6:00 PM
Join us for an evening of drumming! No experience is necessary and drums are provided. All ages are welcome!
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Thursday, January 5th — 2:00 PM
Join us to create your own Vision Board! A Vision Board is a collage of images and words representing a person's wishes or goals, intended to serve as inspiration or motivation. All supplies are provided. No registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, January 10th — 6:00 PM
New Jersey native, Dave DeLuca is an accomplished singer, songwriter, musician and recording engineer who has been performing for over 30 years. Join him for All Shook Up, a tribute to Elvis Presley's first decade of hits.
No registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Thursday, January 12th — 3:00 PM
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
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, January 17th — 6:00 PM
Join us the third Tuesday of the month for some messy and creative fun! Each month we'll try our hand at a new project.
You don't have to be an artist to create a masterpiece. Join us as we learn the technique of using dots to create something beautiful!
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, January 24th — 6:00 PM
You think you can puzzle? Think you can lead your team to puzzle-making victory? Flex your puzzle muscles at our puzzle race! Teams will compete to see who can complete a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle before time runs out! Registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
IRC Main Library
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Monday, January 30th — 6:30 PM
Join us the last Monday of each month to discuss a different non-fiction book. January's book is Emotional: How feelings shape our thinking by Lenoard Mlodinow. Registration is not required. Book club titles are available for checkout from the Main Library.
Karrie 772-400-6310 kcole@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Tuesday, February 14th — 2:00 PM
Join us for tea, snacks, and fun tea party games! Registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Connect with your inner artist in our Tiny Art Show! Starting January 3rd you can pick up a tiny paint kit, while supplies last. Kits include a mini canvas, paints and brush. Art returned to the library will be displayed beginning in February! Please only take a kit if you plan to display your art at the library. The Library reserves the right to exclude any works.
Submission Deadline: February 6th.
Exhibit Dates: February 13th - March 13th.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
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
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
Brackett Library
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Third Monday of the Month — 3:00 PM
Join us the third Monday of the month for Craft Days! Simple projects will be introduced each month. This program is geared toward adults. No registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Starting November 1stMondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays — 12:00 PM
Pick up a kit at the Brackett Library and make a homemade paper card for seniors living in local facilities. Kits include materials and instructions for making a paper art project. Take your kit, make the project, and return back to us by December 15th. The completed art projects will be delivered to local senior facilities to brighten the residents' day!
Kits are geared for all ages and skill levels. Kits will be available until supplies run out. Kits do not include scissors and glue.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Last Monday of the Month — 1:00 PM
The Sexual Assault Assistance Program will have office hours at the Brackett Library for students and the general public who have been impacted by sexual violence or know of someone who has been impacted. They are available to provide emotional support and guidance throughout the next steps in the healing journey. If you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact Shavon at smcgoort@irsc.edu or 772-462-7033.
Brackett Library
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Last Monday of the Month — 12:00 PM
Join us for popcorn and blockbuster hits for adults! No registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
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
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
IRC Main Library
Brackett Library
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
Children 8 and under and their families are invited to join us for storytelling, dancing, games, crafts and more. Pajamas are encouraged, but not required. Registration is not required.
Shannon 772 400 6375 shawk@ircgov.com
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
North IRC Library
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First Tuesday of the Month, Third Tuesday of the Month — 12:30 PM
· 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
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
Gifford Library
Marian Fell Library
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. Face coverings are encouraged.
Patti Fuchs 772 400 6318 pfuchs@irclibrary.org
Brackett Library
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First Wednesday of the Month — 5:30 PM
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
Brackett Library
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First Wednesday of the Month — 4:00 PM
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
IRC Main Library
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Second Wednesday of the Month — 10:00 AM
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.
Chelsea Carlson (772)400-6310 ccarlson@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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Second Wednesday of the Month — 12:00 PM
Join us the second Wednesday of the month for thought provoking documentary films around social issues of our time.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
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
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
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
North IRC Library
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First Thursday of the Month — 1:30 PM
Classic Films with a Twist is back in the Library! 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.
North IRC Library 772-400-6360
IRC Main Library
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First Thursday of the Month — 4:30 PM
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
Brackett Library
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Second Thursday of the Month, Fourth Thursday of the Month — 10:00 AM
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
IRC Main Library
North IRC Library
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
Learn principles of Florida Friendly Landscaping and other exciting gardening topics. This is a free program offered by the Master Gardener's of Indian River County. No registration is required.
North IRC Library 772-400-6360
IRC Main Library
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First Friday of the Month — 12:00 PM
Newly released movies for adults. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a movie and popcorn on us! Please call 770-400-6310 for movie title.
Chelsea 772-400-6310 ccarlson@ircgov.com
Brackett Library
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First Friday of the Month — 10:00 AM
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
Brackett Library
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Second Friday of the Month — 2:00 PM
Join us for Bingo the second Friday of the Month @ 2:00 PM. No registration is required.
Hollie 772-400-6366 hmcdougall@ircgov.com
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
North IRC Library
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First Saturday of the Month — 10:00 AM
Learn what a Cricut is and what it's all about, how to use it and check out some finished projects. The Makerspace is equipped with 2 laptops, 1 Cricut Maker 3, an Easy Press, basic tools and minimal supplies for teaching new users. You can also bring your own.
Sandy 772-400-6360 sbachmann1@ircgov.com
IRC Main Library
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Saturday, May 14th — 10:00 AM
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Saturday, June 11th — 10:00 AM
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Saturday, July 9th — 10:00 AM
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Second Saturday of the Month — 10:00 AM
If you obsessively watch Investigation Discovery or are hooked on true crime podcasts, this book club is for you! Each month, join us for a cup of coffee and a lively discussion of our favorite true crime books.
October 8 - Tiger Girl and the Candy Kid: America's Original Gangster Couple by Glenn Stout
November 12 - Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels, and Crooks by Patrick Radden Keefe
December 10 - Blood & Ink: The Scandalous Jazz Age Double Murder that Hooked American on True Crime by Joe Pompeo
January 14 - American Demon: Eliot Ness and the Hunt for America's Jack the Ripper by Daniel Stashower
February 11 - The Ice Pick Surgeon: Murder, Fraud, Sabotage, Piracy, and other Dastardly Deeds Perpetrated in the Name of Science by Sam Kean
Jessica Matthews 772-400-6306 jmatthews@ircgov.com