Martin County Library System

In 1976, students at Warfield Elementary School marked the nation's 200th birthday by dressing in patriotic costumes as part of the community-wide Bicentennial celebrations. 🎆 Across Martin County, schools, organizations, and residents found creative ways to commemorate this historic milestone.

Scan gift of Historical Society of Martin County. Martin Digital History is a participatory archive that works to make historical photographs, documents, and stories accessible to everyone. Explore this image and thousands more: https://www.martindigitalhistory.org/items/show/4325

🗓️ Please be reminded of these event cancellations and check out the online calendars for other fun stuff at your local library! https://www.martin.fl.us/events-classes-clubs
• August 4: Story Time (Robert Morgade Library); Cultural Exchange Class (Blake Library)
• August 7: Music & Motion (Robert Morgade Library); Crafty Kids Art (Elisabeth Lahti)

Thanking everyone that came out to “flex their fandom” with us this past weekend—we had tons of fun! Tell us your favorite part of Fanfest or what your favorite costume was! 🎉🎭

Special thanks to our planning committee, library volunteers, 501st Legion, and to our Library Foundation of Martin County, Inc. for sponsoring the event...we’re already looking forward to planning our next one!

We are sorry about the following event cancellations:
"Vitamins & Supplements" (7/29) and "Yoga with Tracy" (7/30).

View our event calendar for more upcoming events:

Library Events | Classes | Clubs | Martin County Florida The Martin County Library System offers a wide variety of events, classes, book club resources, and more.

We are sorry to cancel Family Place at Elisabeth Lahti Library this morning, Saturday 7/25, and apologize for the short notice. Find more youth events and activities on the online calendar https://www.martin.fl.us/kids

Rods, reels, and real good meals! A kids' fishing tournament (circa 1955) wrapped up with a picnic and fish fry that had the whole community smiling...this is what summer's all about! ☀️🧺

Scan gift of Sandra Thurlow; photo by Earl Dyer Ricou. Martin Digital History is a participatory archive that works to make historical photographs, documents, and stories accessible to everyone. Explore this image and thousands more: https://www.martindigitalhistory.org/items/show/2690

July is Parks and Recreation Month in Martin County! 🏕️🗓️
For more than a century, the UF IFAS Extension Martin County has connected residents with education and outdoor experiences through its partnership with Martin County, the University of Florida, and the USDA. One of its best-known programs is 4-H. In this photo, 32 Martin County 4-H girls are heading off to summer camp for an adventure they'll never forget!

Scan gift of Sandra Thurlow; photo by Arthur Ruhnke.
Martin Digital History is a participatory archive that works to make historical photographs, documents, and stories accessible to everyone. Explore this image and thousands more: https://www.martindigitalhistory.org/items/show/749

🔔 Reminder for TEENS to bring their best "fandom" this Saturday, July 25; 2pm-4pm at Blake Library for http://tiny.cc/MCLS_Fanfest_2026
Sponsored by the Library Foundation of Martin County 🎉🎭

Remind your Teens, if their jam is:
Cosplay 🎭 Gaming 🎮 Snacks🍿 Photo Booth 📸 Trivia 🎴 and Prizes 🎁, they won't want to suffer FOMO from our Fanfest on Saturday, July 25; 2pm-4pm at Blake Library!

FREE admission, recommended ages 11-18. Costumes encouraged! Guests from our local 501st Legion will be joining us! 🌌 Sponsored by our Library Foundation of Martin County, Inc.

🔔 Reminder that the following events are CANCELLED:
• Story Time (Blake Library) July 23; Thursday
• Yoga With Tracy (Hobe Sound Public Library) July 23; Thursday
• Yoga With Kim (Peter & Julie Cummings Library) July 25; Saturday
Be sure to find other events and activities for all ages on our online calendars:
https://www.martin.fl.us/events-classes-clubs

Preparing for a new baby isn't just about the nursery, it's also about helping your older child feel safe, included, and loved. 💜

Our latest blog shares 10 expert-backed tips to help prepare your child for a new sibling, from navigating big feelings to strengthening your connection during this exciting transition.

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