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July Movies & Other Family Activities at St. Lucie County Libraries

July 2015

July 3, 2015
There's lots to do for kids and families at St. Lucie County libraries this month! Below is a run-down of movies and other activities at the Hurston, Morningside, and Fort Pierce branches.

"Jupiter" Ascends on Hurston Library on July 11th

The Zora Neale Hurston Branch Library presents the sci-fi, action film “Jupiter Ascending” (2015) on Saturday, July 11 at 2 p.m. as the Saturday Movie Matinee.

Featuring Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis, a young woman discovers her destiny as an heiress of intergalactic nobility and must fight to protect the inhabitants of Earth from an ancient and destructive industry. “Jupiter Ascending” is rated PG-13 with a running time of 127 minutes. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring a pillow or blanket and are welcome to bring their own snacks and drinks.

If your children love Legos, don’t miss Legos at the Library at the Hurston Branch on the third Saturday of each month (July 18 ) from 4:30 – 5 p.m. Suited for grades kindergarten through 5th, this event gives children the freedom to play, build and create with an assortment of Legos.

Parents are also encouraged to bring their toddlers to the Huston Branch Library’s Storytime Jam every Thursday (July 2, 9, 15, 23, 30) at 10:30 a.m. And don’t miss the Hero Lab on Tuesdays (July 7, 14, 21) at 3 p.m., featuring hands-on science experiments for grades K-5th.

Special programs offered as part of the Summer Spectacular include:
  • The Florida Bat Conservancy on Thursday, July 9 at 2 p.m. - Bats are amazing creatures that are very important not only to the environment, but to humans and the many products we consume. Learn all about these mysterious mammals.
  • Tampa Taiko’s Traditional Japanese Drumming on Thursday, July 16 at 2 p.m. Rhythm, melody and movement are woven together in an exhilarating interactive musical experience.
  • The Reactory Factory on Thursday, July 23 at 2 p.m. Don’t miss this interactive Super Hero Show full of music, reading and fun. Join the Reactory Factory crew and their secret lab for hands-on learning in science, technology, art, math and more.
The Zora Neale Hurston Branch of the St. Lucie County Library System is located at 3008 Avenue D, Fort Pierce. For more information call 772-462-2154 or email bella@stlucieco.org.


“Bark Ranger” Makes Noise at Morningside Library July 11

Watch animals set out on a summer adventure at the Morningside Branch Library as it presents “Bark Ranger” (2015) as part of its Movie Matinee on Saturday, July 11 at 2 p.m.

Featuring Lucius Hoyos, Zoe Fraser, Marty Adams and the voice of Jon Lovitz, this live-action film follows two kids and their trusty dog, Ranger, as they set out on the adventure of a lifetime in search of a forgotten gold mine. The movie is rated PG with a running time of 90 minutes. Best suited for ages 5-10, moviegoers are encouraged to bring a pillow or blanket and are welcomed to bring their own snacks and drinks.

Weekly storytimes for the summer months will be held every Thursday (July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) at 10:30 a.m., while Legos at the Library continues on the third Saturday (July 18) from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., which provides children the chance to build, learn and play with tons of Legos. And don’t miss the Hero Lab on Fridays (July 10, 17, 24) at 10 a.m., featuring hands-on science experiments for grades kindergarten through fifth.  

Special programs offered as part of the Summer Spectacular include:
  • The Florida Bat Conservancy on Wednesday, July 8 at 10 a.m.  – Learn all about these mysterious mammals with us.
  • Tampa Taiko presents Traditional Japanese Drumming on Wednesday, July 15 at 10 a.m. – Rhythm, melody and movement are woven together in an exhilarating interactive musical experience.
  • The Reactory Factory saves the Earth on Wednesday, July 22 at 10 a.m. – Join the Reactory Factory crew and their secret lab for hands-on learning in science, technology, art, math and more.
Be sure to enroll your child in the Library’s Sumer Reading Challenge where they can win free prizes such as Kindle Fire. There’s also the Teen Read Challenge, offering free audio books. 

For more information about Morningside Library events call 772-337-5632. The Morningside Branch of the St. Lucie County Library System is located at 2410 SE Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie.


“Bark Ranger” Sniffs Around the Fort Pierce Library July 18

A group of friends and animals set out on a summer adventure as the Fort Pierce Branch Library presents “Bark Ranger” (2015) as part of its Movie Matinee on Saturday, July 18 at 2 p.m.

Featuring Lucius Hoyos, Zoe Fraser, Marty Adams and the voice of Jon Lovitz, this live-action film follows two kids and their trusty dog, Ranger, as they set out on the adventure of a lifetime in search of a forgotten gold mine. The movie is rated PG with a running time of 90 minutes. Best suited for ages 5-10, moviegoers are encouraged to bring a pillow or blanket and are welcomed to bring their own snacks and drinks.

Parents are also reminded to stop by the Fort Pierce Library every Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m. for summer storytimes, along with the Puppet Theater on the fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. And don’t miss the Hero Lab on Thursdays (July 9, 16, 23) at 10 a.m., featuring hands-on science experiments for grades K-5th. 

Special programs offered as part of the Summer Spectacular include:
  • The Florida Bat Conservancy on Wednesday, July 8 at 2 p.m.  – Learn all about these mysterious mammals with us.
  • Tampa Taiko presents Traditional Japanese Drumming on Wednesday, July 15 at 2 p.m. – Rhythm, melody and movement are woven together in an exhilarating interactive musical experience.
  • The Reactory Factory saves the Earth on Wednesday, July 22 at 2 p.m. – Join the Reactory Factory crew and their secret lab for hands-on learning in science, technology, art, math and more.
Be sure to enroll your child in the Library’s Sumer Reading Challenge where they can win free prizes such as Kindle Fire. There’s also the Teen Read Challenge, offering free audio books.

The Fort Pierce Branch of the St. Lucie County Library System is located at 101 Melody Lane. For more information about children’s programs call Gicele Perna (Ms. Sally) at 772-462-2812, email pernag@stlucieco.org.

All library programs are free and open to the public – thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Library. For more information about library programs visit: http://library.stlucieco.gov.