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The City of Niceville has programs in the Library, Children's Park, Community Center, and Youth Center for citizens to enjoy. Additional community events are posted here as well.
If you have an event you would like to have posted, send an email with the details.
Flyers and websites may also be linked for further information.
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November 2008
Nov. 1st- The Department of Environmental Protection’s Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park will hold their fall Pioneer Day event. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Emerald Coast State Parks. Family activities will include candle-dipping, rag doll making, weaving and campfire cooking demonstrations. Other special activities include live dulcimer and flute music, quilting, storytelling and more. The main feature is the restored late 1800’s chuck wagon. Event will be held between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. For more information see flyer.
Fees: Park admission and event free for participants
Contact: (850)833-9144 or anker1729@aol.com
Nov. 4th- Remington Display - Explore the art of Frederic Remington, the painter who gave America the iconic images of cowboys as we remember them today. This Teacher's Discovery display banners will be in YS.
Nov. 5th-6th- Raising Readers-Preshcool Storytime - Inspire your future reader at our preschool storytime. Join us for exciting stories selected just for children ages 3-5 years old. Programs will be held in Youth Services. Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Nov. 5th and 6th; "Birthday Bash"
Nov. 12th and 13th; "Teeny Tiny things"
Nov. 20th and 21st; "Happy Fall"
Nov. 26th and 27th; NO PROGRAMS
Nov. 7th- Discover the sights and sounds of nature at night! Nonie ’s Ark Animal Encounters will host a free hour-long night walk for the Choctawhatchee Audubon Society on Friday, at 5:00 p.m. at Oak Tree Nature Park in Mary Esther. All are invited but focus is on ages 4-10. Bring a flashlight/ headlamp to light your way & please wear bug repellent. RSVP to 862-9588 or www.choctawhatcheeaudubon.org
Nov. 7-9- 21st Annual Thunderbird Intertribal Powwow, "Discover the Rhythm of the Dance." Located at the Mullet Festival Site at the corner of SR 85 and College Blvd. Visit our website, Thunderbirdpowwow.org for schedules and events. Admission $2 at gate. This is a drug and alcohol free event.
Nov. 7th- Baby Bookworms - This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Program is suited for children from birth to age 3. Please meet in YS program room on Fridays, Prewalkers 9:30, Walkers 10:30
NO program on Nov. 14th or 28th.
Nov. 8th- Tools 'n' Treasures Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Niceville Library Niceville - Among items for sale will be old farm implements, antiques, gently used furniture, as well as tools and "treasures" donated by your friends and neighbors. In addition the Friends will have baked goods for sale. Popcorn and balloons will also be available for a small donation. Proceeds from the sale benefit the Niceville Public Library. Located at Community Center 204 N. Partin Drive (next door to the library)at 7:30 am until 1:00 pm
Nov. 8th- Saturday Morning Treasure Chest- For our families, something new each week will be offered for all age groups; story times, craft days, movies, guests, games, music, trivia and more! Drop in for a great family time between 10:00 a.m.-12:00
Nov. 8th; "Creative Clay", suggested age 5 & up
Nov. 15th; American Girls Book Club; "Changes for Kaya". Sign up is required.
Nov. 22nd; "Thanksgiving Craft", suggested age 5 & up
Nov. 28th; No Treasure Chest
Nov. 12th-13th- Raising Readers-Preshcool Storytime - Inspire your future reader at our preschool storytime. Join us for exciting stories selected just for children ages 3-5 years old. Programs will be held in Youth Services. Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.; "Teeny Tiny things"
Nov. 15th- Saturday Morning Treasure Chest- For our families, something new each week will be offered for all age groups; story times, craft days, movies, guests, games, music, trivia and more! Drop in for a great family time between 10:00 a.m.-12:00; American Girls Book Club; "Changes for Kaya". Sign up is required.
Nov. 15th- American Girls Book Club-This club for ages 7 & up meets the 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:00-12:00 in the YS program room. Please register in YS or call to reserve your seat 729-4554. Please read "Changes for Kaya" before this month's meeting.
Nov. 18th- Afterschool Program-Special Date; This program is for children 6-12 years old, held the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 4:15-5:30 unless otherwise noted. "Welcome to the Wild West" is our next adventure for the Time Trekkers. Cowboys, boomtowns, wagon trains and western plains are all included in this journey. Please call 729-4554 to reserve your trip.
Nov. 20th-21st- Raising Readers-Preshcool Storytime - Inspire your future reader at our preschool storytime. Join us for exciting stories selected just for children ages 3-5 years old. Programs will be held in Youth Services. Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.; "Happy Fall"
Nov. 21st- Baby Bookworms - This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Program is suited for children from birth to age 3. Please meet in YS program room on Fridays, Prewalkers 9:30, Walkers 10:30
NO program on Nov. 14th or 28th.
Nov. 21st- Remington Display - Explore the art of Frederic Remington, the painter who gave America the iconic images of cowboys as we remember them today. This Teacher's Discovery display banners will be in YS.
Nov. 22nd- Saturday Morning Treasure Chest- For our families, something new each week will be offered for all age groups; story times, craft days, movies, guests, games, music, trivia and more! Drop in for a great family time between 10:00 a.m.-12:00; "Thanksgiving Craft", suggested age 5 & up
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December 2008
Dec. 2nd- Holiday Happenings in Youth Services Beginning Dec. 2nd our ever popular Guessing contest; how many pieces of candy are in the jar? One vote per visit, for children up to 13 years old.
The week Dec. 16th through Dec. 20th, something special will be offered for our youth patrons.
Dec. 16th; make a paper gingerbread man and ornaments to decorate Youth Services (all day) What holiday book do you love most? Vote all day. We'll post the favorite.
Dec. 17th; holiday activity sheets (as long as supply lasts) Throw a "snowball" to win a treat. (all day)
Dec. 18th; Christmas movie 10:30 a.m.
Dec. 19th; Last day to enter Guessing contest. Winner will be announced that evening. Decorate your own holiday bookmarks; one to keep, one to give. (all day)
Dec. 3rd-4th- Raising Readers-Preshcool Storytime- Inspire your future reader at our preschool storytime. Join us for exciting stories selected just for children ages 3-5 years old. Programs will be held in Youth Services Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Dec. 3rd-4th; "I Don't Want to go to Sleep"
Dec. 10th-11th; "Happy Holidays"
Dec. 4th- "Dark is Rising" Movie- Family book discussion group will follow up with the book to movie "Dark is Rising" Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
Dec. 5th- Baby Bookworms- This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Program is suited for children from birth to age 3. Please meet in YS program room on Fridays, Prewalkers 9:30, Walkers 10:30.
Dec. 5th - 26th- Drive/Walk-Around Display - The goal of the Niceville Community Christmas is to provide a free public event where residents and guests of our local community can come together to share in the beauty of the holiday season. The event will be reminiscent of an old fashioned holiday, complete with strolling carolers, plenty of local entertainment and a mix of homemade and professional displays. To be held at the Niceville City Hall Complex. For more information, please call Connie at 678-7595 or Lynne at 678-3593
Dec. 6th- Saturday Morning Treasure Chest- For our families, something new each week will be offered for all age groups; story times, craft days, movies, guests, games, music, trivia and more! Drop in for a great family time between 10:00 a.m.-12:00.
Dec. 6th; "Christmas Crafts to decorate YS"
Dec. 13th; "More Christmas Crafts"
Dec. 20th; "American Girl Book Club"
Dec. 9th- Afterschool Program - This program is for children 6-12 years old, held the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 4:00-5:30 unless otherwise noted. "A Victorian Christmas" is our next venture for the Time Trekkers. Crafts, refreshments and Victorian traditions are all a part of this month's journey. Please call 729-4554 to reserve your trip.
Dec. 10th- Annual Patron’s Party is planned for Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Lots of goodies and loads of fun ~ Come and enjoy!
Dec. 10th-11th- Raising Readers-Preshcool Storytime- Inspire your future reader at our preschool storytime. Join us for exciting stories selected just for children ages 3-5 years old. Programs will be held in Youth Services Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. featuring "Happy Holidays"
Dec. 12th- Baby Bookworms- This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Program is suited for children from birth to age 3. Please meet in YS program room on Fridays, Prewalkers 9:30, Walkers 10:30.
Dec. 13th- Saturday Morning Treasure Chest- For our families, something new each week will be offered for all age groups; story times, craft days, movies, guests, games, music, trivia and more! Drop in for a great family time between 10:00 a.m.-12:00. Todays activity "More Christmas Crafts"
Dec. 16th- Twilight Discussion - Stephanie Meyer "Twilight" discussion group meets again to discuss the movie release. Ages 13-18 meet in Youth Services 6:30-7:30. Call Ms. Christina to reserve a seat.
Dec. 16th-19th- Holiday Happenings in Youth Services Beginning - The week Dec. 16th through Dec. 20th, something special will be offered for our youth patrons.
Dec. 16th; make a paper gingerbread man and ornaments to decorate Youth Services (all day) What holiday book do you love most? Vote all day. We'll post the favorite.
Dec. 17th; holiday activity sheets (as long as supply lasts) Throw a "snowball" to win a treat. (all day)
Dec. 18th; Christmas movie 10:30 a.m.
Dec. 19th; Last day to enter Guessing contest. Winner will be announced that evening. Decorate your own holiday bookmarks; one to keep, one to give. (all day)
Dec. 20th- Saturday Morning Treasure Chest- For our families, something new each week will be offered for all age groups; story times, craft days, movies, guests, games, music, trivia and more! Drop in for a great family time between 10:00 a.m.-12:00. Todays activity "American Girl Book Club"
Dec. 20th- American Girl Book Club - This club for ages 7 & up meets the 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:00-12:00 in the YS program room This month we celebrate "An American Christmas". Please register in YS or call to reserve your seat 729-4554.
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January 2009
Jan 8th-Dates for VNGSA girls slow pitch softball league registration.
Jan 8, 6pm-8pm
Jan 10, 9am-1pm
Jan 15, 6pm-8pm
Jan 17, 9am -1pm
Jan 24, 9am – 1pm
All dates are at Niceville City Hall. Our website is www.vngsa.org. We would LOVE to have that listed as well. Please contact me if you need any additional information.
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