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Sea Needles

Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project!

Play-doh Club (Ages 2 – 5)

Bring your little ones to squish, roll, and sculpt their way to better fine motor skills with our fun, sensory building challenges! Join…

Powerade Panama City Beach Marathon

The Powerade Panama City Beach Marathon presented by Visit Panama City Beach will take place on Saturday, December 5, 2026 in beautiful…

Seaside Stitchers

We offer a warm, seaside welcome to anyone who is interested in needle arts. Bring your latest sewing project and join us as we knit…

Saturday Storytime (Ages 3 – 6)

Join us for a fun storytime followed by a craft! Recommended for ages 3 – 6, but all kids are welcome. Today’s Theme: The Joy of Giving

Saturday Programs (Ages 6 – 12)

Join your friends for a fun program each month! Today we’ll create gingerbread houses out of graham crackers!

Montessori Mondays (Ages 2 – 5)

Join us for purposeful play, an environment inspired by Montessori principles. Little ones will explore independent learning stations…

Community Chess Club

Learn the game of kings and queens at our library Chess Club! All ages and abilities welcome.

New Adult Social Hour (Ages 18 – 25)

Drop in to hang out and work on a craft or activity on select Mondays! This program is for ages 18 – 25.

Mother's Day

Bouncin’ Babies & Toddlin’ 2’s (Ages 0 – 2)

Join us for books, bounces, and rhymes just for little ones! There are two class times: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. CT. Classes are usually…

Computer Basics (Registration Required)

Develop your computer literacy skills by attending our free digital literacy classes! In Computer Basics, you’ll learn and review basic…

Book Babies (Ages 0 – 2)

Stop by for delightful stories and silly songs perfect for your little ones! This program is for ages 0 – 2 with caregiver. Space is…

Coffee & Conversations

Meet up with old friends and make new ones while enjoying a cup of coffee at the library!

Hosford Senior Friends

Mature adults can gather to enjoy good company, activities like crafts and games, and coffee and snacks! We meet every Tuesday and…

Ukulele Club of the Forgotten Coast (Ages 7+ with adult)

Join the Ukulele Orchestra to strum tunes every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. ET! Bring your own instrument or borrow one from the library…

Crafternoon (Adults & Teens 16+)

Interested in crafts? Parker Library hosts crafternoon once a month. Bring your own work in progress or you can make the small craft…

Mahjong Meetup (Adults)

Play the tile-based game Mahjong with other experienced players! *Experience is needed.

Crafternoon with Marilyn: Christmas Craft Stations (Ages 6+)

Stations will be set up to make Christmas crafts and ornaments. Make one or make them all! Materials will be provided by the library.…

LEGO Club (Ages 7 – 12)

Make new friends while creating cool, themed LEGO challenges! This program is for ages 7 – 12. Due to limited space, registration is…

Art Club (Ages 12 – 17)

Join us to make themed arts and craft projects! Registration required , call 850-522-2118 to register! Today’s Craft: Snowflake Ornament

Youth Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 8 – 12)

Adventure through a tabletop session of Dungeons & Dragons, Fifth Edition. Beginners welcome! Registration required ; call 850-522-2118…

Business After Hours – Annual Christmas Party

Join us to celebrate the holidays and end of another great year at McGuire’s Irish Pub . Don’t forget to bring a new unwrapped toy to…

Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with caregiver)

Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills! No storytime on 12/24 and 12/31.

Youth Writing Group (Ages 6 – 12)

Practice basic fiction writing with other young writers! This program is geared for ages 6 – 12.

Internet Basics (Registration Required)

Develop your computer literacy skills by attending our free digital literacy classes! In Internet Basics, you’ll learn more about…

Sail Into School (Ages 3 – 5)

Get ready to learn with engaging stories, songs, and crafts! This program is for ages 3 – 5 with caregiver. Space is limited to 24…

BCPL Virtual Book Club (Zoom Program, Registration Required)

December 10: How to Read a Book by Monica Wood BCPL Virtual Book Club meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 10:30 a.m. on Zoom. New…

Preschool Storytime (Ages 0 – 4)

Join us for music, movement, and stories carefully selected to inspire a love of learning! Best for ages infant – 4 years with caregiver.

Panama City Youth Orchestra Holiday Concert

Join us for an afternoon of orchestral music performed by the young musicians of the Panama City Youth Orchestra! You don’t want to miss…

Sea Needles

Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project!

40th Annual Boat Parade of Lights

The holiday season has officially set sail in Panama City, Florida and Destination Panama City is thrilled to announce the…

Teen Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13 – 17)

Adventure through a tabletop session of Dungeons & Dragons, Fifth Edition. Beginners welcome! Registration required ; call 850-522-2118…

Seaside Stitchers

We offer a warm, seaside welcome to anyone who is interested in needle arts. Bring your latest sewing project and join us as we knit…

Happy Hive Homeschoolers

Join us for a fun filled story time along with craft and activity. Recommended ages 4-10, but all are welcome. December 12 – Winter…

Santa at the Library

Come see Santa and his elf as they stop by the library for a visit! Each child will receive a DIY ornament while supplies last.

11th Street Dulcimer Group Holiday Concert

Stop by the library meeting room to enjoy holiday tunes performed by the 11th Street Dulcimer Group! This concert is free and open to…

Montessori Mondays (Ages 2 – 5)

Join us for purposeful play, an environment inspired by Montessori principles. Little ones will explore independent learning stations…

Community Chess Club

Learn the game of kings and queens at our library Chess Club! All ages and abilities welcome.

Craft Camp (Ages 8 – 12)

Join us for winter-themed crafts in Youth Services. Dress for the mess! * Registration required ; call 850-522-2118 to register. This…

New Adult Social Hour (Ages 18 – 25)

Drop in to hang out and work on a craft or activity on select Mondays! This program is meant for ages 18 – 25.

Bouncin’ Babies & Toddlin’ 2’s (Ages 0 – 2)

Join us for books, bounces, and rhymes just for little ones! There are two class times: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. CT. Classes are usually…

Storytime with Santa

Santa will read holiday stories and be available for pictures at this cheer-filled storytime!

Hosford Senior Friends

Mature adults can gather to enjoy good company, activities like crafts and games, and coffee and snacks! We meet every Tuesday and…

Ukulele Club of the Forgotten Coast (Ages 7+ with adult)

Join the Ukulele Orchestra to strum tunes every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. ET! Bring your own instrument or borrow one from the library…

Mahjong Meetup (Adults)

Play the tile-based game Mahjong with other experienced players! *Experience is needed.

Chapter Chat Book Club

This month’s Chapter Chat Book Club will be a littler earlier than usual due to the holidays! Join us as WJHG News Channel 7 anchor,…

LEGO Club (Ages 6 – 12)

Tackle LEGO challenges and put STEM concepts into action at LEGO Club! Due to limited space, registration is required. Call 850-522-2118…

Read & Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with caregiver)

Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills! No storytime on 12/24 and 12/31.

Chess & Chat (Ages 8 – 12)

Meet other youth for casual games of chess. Boards and pieces provided by the library. This program is for ages 8 – 12.

Preschool Storytime (Ages 0 – 4)

Join us for music, movement, and stories carefully selected to inspire a love of learning! Best for ages infant – 4 years with caregiver.

LEGO Club (Ages 6 – 12)

Join up with friends for exciting monthly challenges along with free play! LEGOs provided by the library. Program geared for ages 6 – 12.

Shelf Indulgence Book Club (Off-Site)

Join our off-site genre book club! Meet us at Wild Root in downtown Panama City to discuss different book genres and books we’ve read…

Sea Needles

Join us and make new friends as you work on your own sewing, knitting or crochet project!

Teen Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13 – 17)

Adventure through a tabletop session of Dungeons & Dragons, Fifth Edition. Beginners welcome! Registration required ; call 850-522-2118…

Seaside Stitchers

We offer a warm, seaside welcome to anyone who is interested in needle arts. Bring your latest sewing project and join us as we knit…

Community Chess Club

Learn the game of kings and queens at our library Chess Club! All ages and abilities welcome.

Mini Makers (Ages 5 – 7)

Enjoy a read-aloud story followed by a craft! Registration required ; call 850-522-2118 to register. This program is for ages 5 – 7.

Hosford Senior Friends

Mature adults can gather to enjoy good company, activities like crafts and games, and coffee and snacks! *No meeting on 12/24.

Christmas Day

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Montessori Mondays (Ages 2 – 5)

Join us for purposeful play, an environment inspired by Montessori principles. Little ones will explore independent learning stations…

Community Chess Club

Learn the game of kings and queens at our library Chess Club! All ages and abilities welcome.

Mahjong

Join the library Mahjong group the last Tuesday of each month! Come for the strategy, stay for the laughter and community! Bring a…

Hosford Senior Friends

Mature adults can gather to enjoy good company, activities like crafts and games, and coffee and snacks! We meet every Tuesday and…

Ukulele Club of the Forgotten Coast (Ages 7+ with adult)

Join the Ukulele Orchestra to strum tunes every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. ET! Bring your own instrument or borrow one from the library…

Mahjong Meetup (Adults)

Play the tile-based game Mahjong with other experienced players! *Experience is needed.

New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop

New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop Presented by Coca-Cola Panama City Beach may be best known for fun in the sun, but one of Northwest…

Emerald Coast Philharmonic – NEW YEAR’S EVE STRAUSS CELEBRATION

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the glow of candlelight with an evening of timeless waltzes and the vibrant spirit of the Roaring Twenties.…

Preschool Storytime (Ages 0 – 4)

Join us for music, movement, and stories carefully selected to inspire a love of learning! Best for ages infant – 4 years with caregiver.

Montessori Mondays (Ages 2 – 5)

Join us for purposeful play, an environment inspired by Montessori principles. Little ones will explore independent learning stations…

Community Chess Club

Learn the game of kings and queens at our library Chess Club! All ages and abilities welcome.

New Adult Social Hour (Ages 18 – 25)

Drop in to hang out and work on a craft or activity on select Mondays! This program is meant for ages 18 – 25.

Bouncin’ Babies & Toddlin’ 2’s (Ages 0 – 2)

Join us for books, bounces, and rhymes just for little ones! There are two class times: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. CT. Classes are usually…

Computer Basics (Registration Required)

Develop your computer literacy skills by attending our free digital literacy classes! In Computer Basics, you’ll learn and review basic…

Ukulele Club of the Forgotten Coast (Ages 7+ with adult)

Join the Ukulele Orchestra to strum tunes every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. ET! Bring your own instrument or borrow one from the library…

Mahjong Meetup (Adults)

Play the tile-based game Mahjong with other experienced players! *Experience is needed.

The Changeling’s Journey Home with Storyteller Robyn Rennick

“The Changeling’s Journey Home” is a chapter book of 9-year-old Marissa’s adventures as she looks for her real family. Robyn will…

Teen Advisory Board (Ages 14 – 17)

Earn volunteer hours and help your library! Talk about books you enjoy and ideas for teen library programs. Registration required, call…

Beach Book Club

Join our monthly book club! Enjoy great discussions and light refreshments. January’s Title: Whistler by Ann Patchett