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Library events this week

By Tom Vaught
Manatee County Library Sunshine For Your Mind

Thriller discussed

The Island Branch Library Book Club meets at 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, on Thursday, Dec. 21 from 10:15-11:15 a.m. They will discuss “”Somebody I Used to Know,” a mystery by David Bell. Call 941-778-6341 for more information.

Needlepoint for fun

If you’re good with needles or want to be, there is a meeting at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, about knitting and crocheting. The next one is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. Bring your latest project and enjoy. Call 941-778-6341 for more information.

Mahjong players meet

The Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts mahjong on Friday, Dec. 22 from 1-3 p.m. Call 941-778-6341 for more information.

 

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