The Port Orange Regional Library, 1005 City Center Circle, will offer a variety of fun and informative programs, sponsored by the Friends of the Port Orange Library, in March. Stop by one of these free programs to meet new friends and learn a new skill or two. For more information, please call the library at 386-322-5152.
DIY Home, Health, &
Body.
11 a.m. Thursday, March 7. Long week worn you out?
Come and join us as we create one or two skincare, cosmetic, and homecare
products while learning the health benefits of the ingredients used in a
relaxed environment.
Trivia Night. 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7. Do you know random facts and information? Do you like to test your knowledge against others? If so, this is the event for you. Challenge the limits of your knowledge in science, history, pop culture and more during our general trivia night at the Port Orange Regional Library.
Autism Presentation and
Screenings. 2
p.m. Tuesday, March 12. A representative of the Easter Seals will offer Autism
screenings from 2 to 2:30 p.m. followed by an informational program about
autism.
Recipe and Reads Culinary Lab: Ambrosia Salad. 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 13. Learn how to create a delicious creamy fruit salad that includes marshmallows.
Bird Hearts. 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 13. Create a beautiful heart image composed of tiny birds. Registration is required.
Living Your Best Life. 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 13. Anne S. Tracy, R.N. of Halifax Health will present a talk focusing on memory changes and forgetfulness.
Celtic Music with Emily Ann Thompson. 2 p.m. Thursday, March 14. Join us for a Celtic music adventure! From fast, high-energy jigs and reels to captivating airs and songs, Emily Ann Thompson’s performance is energetic and passionate. She performs traditional Irish, Scottish, and Canadian fiddle tunes, sings in English and Irish Gaelic, and clogs while fiddling. Emily Ann’s husband, Kelly, joins her on guitar, percussion, and vocals. Emily’s brilliant fiddling with foot percussion, and her sweet, lilting voice combined with Kelly’s driving rhythmic guitar and rich, unabashed vocals create a diverse & highly entertaining combination.
“The Sugar Warehouse” Painting Class. 2 p.m. Friday, March 15; 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 16. Celebrate Other Birds by painting an image inspired by the book during one of these two identical classes. Registration is required.
Tabletop Roleplaying Game. 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16. The Port Orange Regional Library is hosting a tabletop roleplaying game based on the legendary game Dungeons and Dragons! Do you have what it takes to brave the wiles of the Feywild? This program is intended for ages 18 years and older.
Ask a Master Gardener:
Growing Fruit. 2
p.m. Tuesday, March 19. There are many fruits that can be grown successfully in
Central Florida. Learn from Master
Gardener Julie Warner which ones are most successful in our climate and
determine how to plant, how to fertilize, and how to harvest. UF/IFAS Master Gardeners will also share
gardening tips and answer questions during the Ask a Master Gardener session.
Residents can bring their plants for a free check-up.
DIY Spirit Balls. 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 20. Dating back over 600 years, legend says that negative energy and spirits are attracted to the beauty of the spirit ball and become trapped inside. The spirit balls were traditionally hung at the entrance to a property to protect it from evil influences. We will explore several techniques to make our own version of a Spirit Ball which we can then use as gazing balls in our garden, a pretty decoration for our windows or even as a centerpiece. Supplies are limited. Registration is required.
Grief
& Loss, Am I Normal? 2 p.m. Thursday, March 21. People somehow
expect a quick fix when experiencing grief and loss. They compare themselves to
others who appear to recover quickly or listen to people who tell them they
should just “move on.” Sometimes they even experience things that make them
feel a little crazy in the process. Is this normal? Topics such as normalizing
grief, the brain and grief, and learning to move forward after loss will be
explored. With Cheryl Walsh, Advent Health Hospice Care Bereavement Counselor.
Genealogy Interest Group. 2 p.m. Friday, March 22. This is an informal space where you can meet and work with other family historians in a small group setting. Basic assistance with genealogy research is available. Feel free to bring your own laptop or device. Please call 386-322-5152, option 4 to reserve a library laptop. A very limited number are available for reservation, so call soon! Reservations are not required to attend the session.
How to Draw a Mandala. 2 p.m. Saturday, March 23. Learn about the art of mandala and how to create an original design. Registration is required.
Meditative
Healing Techniques for All Ages. 11 a.m. Monday, March 25. Spiritualist
Diane Rivera will teach us meditative techniques that can help us to live our
lives through a space of peace, quiet, balance, and well-being.
Paper Craft Club. 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 26. Come express your creativity and design something beautiful! Paper crafters of all skill levels are welcome and are encouraged to share their knowledge and skills with others. Use our supplies or feel free to bring your own!
The
Birds of Volusia County. 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 26. Calling all
bird enthusiasts! Find out more about
our local feathered friends as David Hartgrove of the Halifax River Audubon
Society presents “The Birds of Volusia County.”
David is the editor of the society’s newsletter, The Pelican.
Ancient Fermentation: The Archaeology of Beer, Wine, and Fermented
Food. 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27. Fermentation
is an ancient art that has allowed people to preserve foods, bake bread, and
brew beer and wine. Learn how archaeologists uncover clues about ancient
fermentation and what this can teach us about foodways, traditions, and tastes
through history and around the world.
The Art of Decluttering. 2 p.m.
Thursday, March 28. Decluttering your home is not impossible. Learn some simple
tips and tricks to create a more organized and clutter-free space.
Fall
in Love at the Movies Movie Marathon. Saturday, March 30. Get ready
to fall in love, and possibly shed some tears, with a movie marathon of
romantic dramas set in the Carolinas.
