The Mulberry Book Drop Podcast

- The Mulberry Book Drop Podcast!
- New episode on the THIRD TUESDAY of the month!
- Subscribe today on your favorite podcast app!
- Stitcher, Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, and more!
- Books, movies, library news, community events, and more!
- Email us if you have questions, or if there is something you’d like us to talk about! [email protected]
- You can also listen by visiting our podcast website.
- https://themulberrybookdrop.buzzsprout.com
2023 Adult Reading Challenge


Book Clubs

- Film Club
- FIRST WEDNESDAY at 1 PM
- In partnership with the GEM Theater
- Adults age 18 and up are welcome.
- Read the book, then come relax with us at the GEM theater for a viewing of the movie.
- Stay after the film for a discussion.
- Film Club meets at the GEM Theater in Mulberry, FL.
- Contact us at 863-425-3246 with questions, or for assistance obtaining the monthly title.
- FREE program.

- Titles With Tea
- Morning Book Club
- FIRST FRIDAY at 10AM.
- Adults age 18 and up are welcome.
- No required reading!
- Read your picks at your pace!
- Bring your favorite mug for tea & a relaxed discussion.
- Share your love of reading with others in the community.
- Group meets in the library.
- No Registration Required!
- FREE program!

- Chapter Chats
- Afternoon Book Club
- SECOND TUESDAY at 1PM.
- Adults age 18 and up are welcome.
- This group is going to read around the globe in 2023!
- Visit Antarctica, Sweden, Jamaica, Yemen, Cyrus and more!
- Discuss the monthly title and make new friends!
- Group meets in the library.
- No Registration Required!
- FREE program!

- Book Buzz
- Evening Book Club
- THIRD THURSDAY at 5 PM.
- Adults age 18 and up are welcome.
- Our 2023 titles are all selected by award committees, or popular book clubs!
- From the Florida Book Prize to the Pulizer Prize, from Reese’s Book Club to Oprah!
- Discuss the monthly selection and make new friends!
- Group meets in the library.
- No Registration Required!
- FREE program

- Cozy Mystery Club
- FOURTH MONDAY at 1 PM.
- Adults age 18 and up are welcome.
- Discuss the monthly selection and make new friends!
- Group meets in the library.
- No Registration Required!
- FREE program

- Join us on Goodreads!
- Visit our Mulberry Public Library Group!
- Check out our bookshelves and see what we have been reading!
- Receive book club updates.
- Be a part of our discussions.
- Make new friends!
- Socialize virtually with other book lovers!
Learning Opportunities

- Tech Assistance
- Mondays by appointment.
- Call 863-425-3246 to schedule a time.
- FREE assistance for personal devices.
- Smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
- Navigation, apps, or a simple Microsoft Office refresher.
Programs for the Hobbyist

- Mulberry Writers Group
- SECOND MONDAY at 10 AM.
- Call 863-425-3246 to schedule a time.
- Open to adults age 18 and up.
- Writing group meets in the library.
- Share your work, receive feedback, explore a new hobby.
- All writing types (fiction, poetry, memoir, etc.) welcome!

- Strings ‘n Things
- THIRD FRIDAY from 10AM-12PM.
- Group meets in the library.
- Bring a project, or practice with library supplies.
- Our craft time is open to adults age 18+.
- Socialize and brainstorm with other crafters!
- Teach and learn together!
- The Mulberry Library accepts small donations of craft supplies. Contact us at 863-425-3246 for additional information.

- Cookbook Club
- SECOND FRIDAY at 10AM.
- Do you love reading cookbooks?
- Do you enjoy cooking & baking?
- Come discuss cookbooks & share recipes with us!
- Bring along your favorite cookbook to show the group.
- Contact the library to learn the monthly theme!
- Optional: Bring a dish to share.

- Saturday Escapes
- All ages from 9:30-11:30 AM.
- 2nd Saturday: Jigsaw puzzles
- 3rd Saturday: Coloring
- 4th Saturday: Word puzzles
- Come relax at the library with us!
- FREE program.

- Game On for Adults!
- FIRST & THIRD SATURDAY at 1:30 PM.
- Inside the library.
- Adults age 18 and up welcome!
- Videogames, boardgames, cards, and more.

- Dungeons for Adults!
- SECOND & FOURTH SATURDAY at 1:30 PM.
- Inside the library.
- Adults age 18 and up.
- Interested in learning more about DnD? Need to build your character? Stop by and join our group!
- All levels welcome.

- Community Seed Bank
- “Borrow” flower, vegetable, fruit and herb seeds!
- You are welcome to “borrow” up to 5 seed packets PER visit!
- Grow your seeds at home and enjoy!
- If you are able to harvest seeds from your plants, donate them back to the library in a labeled envelope or small bag.
- We also welcome our patrons to utilize our community garden located near our front entrance. If you see an herb you need, trim a piece and enjoy!

- Zumba Returns January 2023!
- Tuesdays in the Mulberry Civic Center.
- $3 per person at the door.
- Class starts at 6:30PM.
- Dance and have a blast with Cristina Zumba!
- Follow us on Facebook for updates!

- Paws of Mulberry
- Free database for dogs in the Mulberry community of Polk County Florida.
- Email us at [email protected] and include a photo, name, breed, & distinguishing markings of your dog(s).
- Owners name, address, and contact phone number.
- If your dog is located, we will check our database and call you!
- Our goal is to return your dog quickly and safely.
- If you FIND or LOST a dog, call us at 863-425-3246.
- Watch our video to learn more

- Connect with Us
- Text “LIBRARY905” to 866-382-3671
- Follow us on your favorite social media platform.
- Tune in each month to The Mulberry Book Drop podcast.