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Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
NVL - Children's Program Room at Niceville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool

Join us for exciting stories, rhymes, music, and activities selected just for children ages 3-5 years. Children enjoy doing themed crafts in the end of the program.

Upcoming
Registration Available
This event is in the "Baby - Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
FWB - Children's Story Room at Ft Walton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool

Join Ms. Meghan every Wednesday for stories, songs, rhymes, and activities made for children ages 3-6! After storytime, children can choose to stay and play with the materials provided, including playdoh and building blocks.

Available
Registration Available
This event is in the "Adults" group

Contemporary Fiction Book Club

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
NVL - Conference Room at Niceville Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The Niceville Public Library is excited to introduce genre-specific book clubs AND a podcast club for 2026. We're also increasing the capacity for our quarterly Cookbook Club by adding a second group.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Q&A Session

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
DES - Calhoun Room at Destin Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

All Winter Wednesday events begin at 2pm. The doors will open for seating at 1:30pm.

There will be a 30 minute tech Q&A session starting 30 minutes prior to all Wednesday events

Available
Registration Available
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Hang-Out

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:45pm - 3:00pm
Valparaiso Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Friends Group, Games and Gaming, Movie
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, ages 11-17, are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 1:45-3:00.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Winter Wednesdays: "Bogart: Life Comes in Flashes" Movie Screening

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
DES - Calhoun Room at Destin Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults

Explore the life and legacy of Hollywood legend Humphrey Bogart in this compelling documentary.

Available
Registration Available
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Life Skills

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
CVW - Meeting Room at Crestview Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Library Partners, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This class series is designed to teach ages 13 and up basic skills that will help them in life. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Baby - Preschool" group
This event is in the "School-Age" group

Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
FWB - Children's Story Room at Ft Walton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Baby - Preschool, School-Age

All ages are welcome to join Ms. Meghan for storytime! We'll read some stories, sing some songs, and end with a craft. No registration required.

February Storytime Dates:

Wednesday, February 4th and 18th at 4pm

This event is in the "Adults" group

Coffee with the City Manager

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 8:00am - 9:00am
FWB - Meeting Room at Ft Walton Library
Program Type:
Helping Agencies, Library Partners
Age Group:
Adults

Come meet the new City Manager, Jason Davis. This is YOUR opportunity to get to know him, his vision for the City and give you a voice.

Thank you Tom Tona and the Florida Place Food Trucks for providing coffee!

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool" group

Lapsit Storytime (pre-walkers)

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
NVL - Children's Program Room at Niceville Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Justice on the Block

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Valparaiso Library
Program Type:
Library Partners
Age Group:
Adults

The first Thursday of each month, 10-11:00 a.m. Free Legal Help Clinic will be at the library.  Areas: housing issues, veterans issues,  Economic impact payment issues, landlord-tenant, tax disputes, foreclosures

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
DES - Calhoun Room at Destin Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool

Preschool Storytime for ages 3 to 5.

Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie, for a morning of song & dance, stories, movements, music, and toys!

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESOL Classes

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Crestview Library
Age Group:
Adults

Do you need to practice your English with native speakers? Are you looking for a natural way to learn to speak English and practice with friends? Join us at the Crestview Library every week, and see how much you will learn and grow.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Helen's Puzzle Swap

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Niceville Library
Program Type:
Games and Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us each Thursday from 10 am - 2 pm!

  • Swap up to four puzzles each week
  • Puzzles must be new or like-new and come from a smoke-free environment
  • Sign-in is required (look for the clipboard)
This event is in the "Baby - Preschool" group

3 - 6 yrs old Story Time

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Mary Esther Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool

Story Time will have songs, stories, and activities to encourage a lifelong love of learning. Older and younger siblings are welcome! Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards! No registration required.

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool" group

Toddlers Storytime (walkers up to age 3)

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
NVL - Children's Program Room at Niceville Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more.

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool" group

Lapsit

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
FWB - Children's Story Room at Ft Walton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool

Join us every week for stories, songs, rhymes, cookies, and play time! For babies 0-3.

Lapsit takes place on:

Thursdays at 10:30am

Registration is required. 

Available
Registration Available
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mini-Mania

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Valparaiso Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Mini-Mania will be Feb 5th at 11am. We will be using acrylic paint to make mini works of art! This activity is for ages 12 and up. 

Upcoming
Registration Available
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery by the Book Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
FWB - Meeting Room at Ft Walton Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to discuss mystery and detective novels.

December book: The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita Prose

AARP Tax Prep

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
CVW - Story Room at Crestview Library
Program Type:
Helping Agencies, Library Partners

AARP Tax Prep - Free to everyone

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Hang-Out

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:45pm - 3:00pm
Valparaiso Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Friends Group, Games and Gaming, Movie
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, ages 11-17, are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 1:45-3:00.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Nintendo Switch Tournament

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 2:15pm - 4:15pm
NVL - Teen Room at Niceville Library
Program Type:
Games and Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a Nintendo Switch Gaming Program! It is a fun and engaging way for teens to relax, connect, and show off their skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anime Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Valparaiso Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Teens

Every Thursday in February (excluding the 19th), at 3:00pm-4:00pm, The Library's Anime Club will meet to watch anime. The Anime will be rated from G to PG13 & TV14.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi for Seniors

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
FWB - Meeting Room at Ft Walton Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Library Partners, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Seniors of all skill levels are invited to learn Tai Chi, which can improve your balance and reduce your risk of falling!

Registration is required! Contact Jennifer Van Dyke at 850-669-0579 or jennifer@wfahec.org