Storytimes near UMATILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Umatilla Public Library - Curriculum Room

Plant a seed and Read this summer at storytime. Join us in engaging storytime and a artistic craft. All ages welcome.

Umatilla Public Library - Curriculum Room

Learn all about reptiles at this show and tell with our friends from Trout Lake.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

In Literary Society book lovers get together and discuss whatever they are reading. They compare notes, make lists of new titles to try, and encourage each other to break out of reading ruts.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Remember and reflect on your life and preserve these memories in a book or series of essays. This memoir writing class is perfect for senior citizens. Taught by the Friends President, Janet Pauley. Pre-registration recommended. Call the library to register.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Learn how to garden to attract birds to your yard. All materials provided. Taught by the Lake Beautyberry Chapter of the Native Plant Society.

Umatilla Public Library - Children's Room

Bring your babies and toddlers under 35 months to the library for a fun and energetic storytime featuring Every Child Ready to Read pre-literacy. Playgroup follows. Please do not attend if you are sick.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Non-competitive, fun & laid back chess club. Beginner friendly. KG - 8th Grade. Pre-Registration Required.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Join Umatilla Police Chief Seeley for a cup of coffee (and cookie for the kids). Enjoy a chat with your local police chief. Ask questions or share ideas. Drop-in between 9 am and 11 am. Fresh baked cookies by Brenda Gail's Sweets & Treats! Sponsored by the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce. Questions: Contact the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce at (352) 669-3511 or umatilla@umatillachamber.org.

Umatilla Public Library - Curriculum Room

Storytime Finale Party! Join us in celebrating the day of summer reading.

Umatilla Public Library - Curriculum Room

Umatilla Public Library - Curriculum Room

Learn the basics of bee keeping for kids and teens with expert David Westervelt. Mr. Westervelt is the Retired Chief of Apiary for the State of Florida and is an internationally respected expert in the feild.

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Meet some of your friends and neighbors who are also published authors. Books will be available for purchase. An autographed book makes a wonderful Christmas present. Light refreshments will be served. No registration required for the public to attend. LOOKING FOR AUTHORS: Are you a local author looking to get your book into the hands of new readers? Whether you’ve just published your debut novel, released a collection of poetry, or penned a deep dive into local history, the Umatilla Public Library wants to showcase your voice. We are officially inviting authors from North Lake County to join us for our upcoming Local Author Expo—a day dedicated to celebrating the literary talent right here in our backyard. How to Apply Space is limited, and tables are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re a resident of Umatilla and the surrounding community and have a published book (traditionally or self-published), we want to hear from you! Register online here and we will be in touch!

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Discover timeless tales with the Umatilla Literary Society's Classics Book Club, where we explore the enduring stories that have shaped literature. This term we will read Mark Twains's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, often called the great American novel. A digital copy is available here: https://mylakelibrary.overdrive.com/media/2307. Unit 1: The Escape and the River (Chapters 1–23) The Hook: This section covers Huck’s life in St. Petersburg, his escape from Pap, and the beginning of the journey with Jim. It focuses on the development of their friendship and the episodic "World on the Banks" they encounter. Key Plot Points: Huck’s struggle with "civilizing" influences (Widow Douglas vs. Pap). The faking of his own death and the discovery of Jim on Jackson's Island. The fog incident and Huck’s first realization of Jim’s humanity. The Grangerford-Shepherdson feud (a satire of "civilized" honor). The arrival of the Duke and the King. Discussion Themes: Nature vs. Society: How does Huck’s morality change when he is on the raft versus when he is on shore? Superstition: The role of omens and luck in Huck and Jim’s world. Satire: How Twain uses the various families they meet to mock Southern "gentility." Breakdown suggested by Gemini AI.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Play BINGO for fun prizes. Limited Seating. Pre-Registration Required.

Umatilla Public Library - Curriculum Room

Teens are welcome in July. Finally, a book club designed with YOU in mind! Our women's book club welcomes your littles during meetings, making it easy to prioritize your love of reading and intellectual discussion. Enjoy stimulating conversations, discover new perspectives, and build connections with fellow book lovers, without the stress of finding childcare. The children will be in the same room so that you can keep an eye on them. Not a mom? That's OK! If you don't mind having kids in the room you are very welcome. The first book will be chosen soon. Watch this space or call the library for more information.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

In Literary Society book lovers get together and discuss whatever they are reading. They compare notes, make lists of new titles to try, and encourage each other to break out of reading ruts.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

Discover timeless tales with the Umatilla Literary Society's Classics Book Club, where we explore the enduring stories that have shaped literature. This term we will read Mark Twains's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, often called the great American novel. A digital copy is available here: https://mylakelibrary.overdrive.com/media/2307. Unit 2: The Moral Crisis and the "Evasion" (Chapters 24–End) The Hook: This section deals with the darkest scams of the Duke and King, Huck’s ultimate moral choice regarding Jim’s freedom, and the controversial final sequence at the Phelps farm. Key Plot Points: The Wilks family scam (the "Royal Nonesuch" aftermath). The Climax: Huck’s decision to "go to hell" rather than betray Jim. The arrival at the Phelps plantation and the reappearance of Tom Sawyer. The overly complicated "escape" plot orchestrated by Tom. The final revelation of Jim’s status and Huck’s decision to "light out for the Territory." Discussion Themes: The "Sound Heart" vs. the "Deformed Conscience": Breaking down Huck’s internal conflict between what he feels is right and what society has taught him is "holy." The Tom Sawyer Problem: Many readers find the ending frustrating. Does Tom’s presence undermine the growth Huck achieved on the river? Freedom: What does "freedom" actually look like for Jim versus Huck at the end of the novel? Breakdown suggested by Gemini AI.

Umatilla Public Library - Program Room

UF/IFAS Master Gardener Program - Pre-Registration Required Hydroponics is a method of growing plants in a water based nutrient solution rather than soil. This presentation is for beginners and focuses on the least expensive and easiest method to use. There will be no electricity used to circulate the solution which simplifies the method and keeps the costs low.

Umatilla Public Library - Curriculum Room

Join DIY Garden 2 Table for a free family garden club which is a fun, hands-on program where families learn to grow their own food, care for plants, and enjoy the rewards of gardening together! Grow, learn, create, harvest together. Every class will include educational videos, hands-on activities, family projects, take-home plants gardening skills that will last a lifetime. Registration is required. All six classes are a unit, a series meant to build on each skill weekly, so please plan to attend all six. Your registration is for the entire semester. Please see the listing below for all dates and topics. This 6-week fall family gardening adventure is for ages 8 and up. All children must attend with a parent, grandparent or guardian. 9/26/26: Class # 1: Raised Bed Gardening. Learn the do's and don'ts of raised bed gardening. Plant a seed. 10/3/26: Class # 2: Pollinator Plants & Propagation. What are pollinator plants? Make plants from cuttings. Take home your own starter plant. 10/17/26: Class # 3: From Seed to Garden Seed starting methods. Germination basics. Transplanting seedlings. 11/7/26: Class # 4: Natural Garden Protection Beneficial insects. Natural pest control. Mold and disease prevention. Organic gardening methods. 11/21/26: Class # 5: Soils for Success Understanding soil types. Compost & mulch. Building healthy garden soil. Soil testing demos. 12/5/26: Class # 6: Plant a Fruit Tree Tree selection. Planting techniques. Essential tools. Long-term tree care.