LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library System

06/13/2026

📚Discover creative workshops, engaging talks, and hands-on experiences for adults this summer at the Leon County Public Library.

🪡 Dinosaur Cross-Stitch
Learn beginner cross-stitch techniques while creating an adorable dinosaur design.

📍 Northeast Branch Library
📅 Saturday, June 20, at 10:30 a.m.

🪴 Terrarium Workshop
Create a miniature prehistoric landscape complete with tiny dinosaurs.

📍 Eastside Branch Library
📅 Saturday, June 20, at 1 p.m.

📍 Woodville Branch Library
📅 Saturday, June 27, at 1 p.m.

🦖 Feathered Tyrants
Discover how modern birds evolved from ancient dinosaurs in this fascinating talk on prehistoric life.

📍 Fort Braden Branch Library
📅 Tuesday, June 23, at 6 p.m.

🎨 Painting a Story
Explore the purpose and process behind early artistic expression and prehistoric art.

📍 Leon County Main Library
📅 Saturday, June 27, at 11 a.m.

📚 Full schedule: LeonCountyLibrary.org/SummerPrograms

06/12/2026

Need summer reading books for more than one reader? We’ve got you covered. ☀️

The library’s new Sunshine State Reader Kits bundle together four SSYRA titles in one convenient grab-and-go kit.

No two bags are exactly alike, so every checkout brings a new reading adventure.

Browse and reserve now:
LeonCountyLibrary.org/SunshineKits

06/12/2026

Celebrate creativity, identity, and self-expression through art at Express Yourself: Self-Portraits for Pride! 🎨🌈

Join local artist Laura Nicole for a hands-on mixed media workshop where you’ll create a self-portrait that reflects who you are while learning new artistic techniques in a welcoming environment.

Finished artwork will be featured in the "Faces of Pride" exhibition on display June 16 through July 16 at the Leon County Main Library.

📅 Sunday, June 14
🕑 2-4 p.m.
📍 Leon County Main Library

Learn more at: LeonCountyFL.gov/PrideMonth

06/11/2026

🧶 Unleash your creativity at Craft and Create: Open Lab! Explore maker tools, experiment with hands-on projects, or bring your own craft to work on in a welcoming creative space.

📅 Thursday, June 18
🕒 3-7 p.m.
📍 Lake Jackson Branch Library

Learn more: LeonCountyLibrary.org/Events.

06/10/2026

🎯 Design like a pro! Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced tools, creative layouts, and techniques for professional-quality graphics.

📅 Tuesday, June 16 | 6-7 p.m.
📍 Leon County Main Library

Learn more at LeonCountyLibrary.org/Events

06/10/2026

Celebrate wisdom, family, and legacy ❤️👴 On Thursday, June 18, at 2 p.m., Ted Page discusses "Good Grandpa," sharing heartfelt stories and lessons from grandfathers across generations.

Register now at LeonCountyLibrary.org/AuthorTalks 📖

06/09/2026

☀️ Summer BreakSpot is helping kids and teens stay fueled all summer long.

Free healthy meals are available for ages 18 and under at select Leon County Public Library locations through July 31. No application or registration is required.

Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or library programs, Summer BreakSpot makes it easy to grab a meal this summer.

📍 Find locations and schedules at LeonCountyLibrary.org/SummerBreakSpot

06/09/2026

🦖 We've officially unearthed an amazing start to summer reading! 📚 In just the first week of the Unearth a Story Summer Reading Challenge, readers logged:

📖 28,438 minutes read
🏅 747 badges earned
👥 297 registered readers

Our community goal is 200,000 minutes read this summer, and we're already off to a fantastic start!

Haven't joined the challenge yet? Readers of all ages can track their reading, earn badges, and work toward exciting prizes throughout the summer.

Sign up today at LeonCountyFL.Beanstack.com and help us reach 200,000 minutes read by July 31!

06/08/2026

🎓 Research projects, papers or personal learning goals? ProQuest provides free access to scholarly journals, dissertations and trusted publications covering a wide range of topics.

Start researching today at LeonCountyLibrary.org/DigitalLibrary

06/08/2026

🎉 Summer programs at the library this week:

🪄 Discover the Magic
Enjoy an unforgettable magic and comedy performance with magician Phil Meyer at all library locations June 8-12. Fun for the whole family.

🎮 Teen Programs This Week:

💎 Rock and Gem Discovery
Teens can sift, sort, and identify rocks and minerals.
📍 Fort Braden Branch Library
📅 Tuesday, June 9, at 6 p.m.

🦕 Prehistoric Button Factory
Create dinosaur-themed buttons using colorful materials and fun designs.
📍 Woodville Branch Library
📅 Thursday, June 11, at 6 p.m.

🧠 Dino Trivia
Test your dinosaur knowledge in a fun, game-style challenge.
📍 Northeast Branch Library
📅 Friday, June 12, at 2 p.m.

📚 LeonCountyLibrary.org/SummerPrograms

Join the Leon County Public Library in June and July for Unearth a Story summer programs. Discover a season filled with hands-on activities, creative exploration, and stories waiting to be uncovered.