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

Special Events

• SPECIAL EVENT at the GEM Theater
• When: February 7, 2023 at 2 PM
• Where: 118 NW 1st Ave. Mulberry, FL 33860
• The Wonderful Wizard of Song
• Dave DeLuca shares the music of composer Harold Arlen
• Relax in the GEM Theater with us and enjoy the music of Oz!
• FREE program

• 3rd Annual Electronics Recycling Event!
• January 2023
• Bring your damaged, outdated, or out of style electronics to the library for safe recycling.
• In partnership with Urban Recycling.
• Bin will be available in the library during library hours all month!
• FREE program

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.

• Read-a-Latte Society
• Morning Book Club
• FIRST FRIDAY at 10AM.
• Adults age 18 and up are welcome.
• No required reading!
• Read your picks at your pace!
• Relax and share your love of reading with others in the community.
• Books, Friendship and Laughter!
• Group meets in the library cafe – Stone Cabin Mulberry

• 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!

• Who Picked This Book?
• 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

• NEW Book Club!
• Cozy Mystery Book Club
• FOURTH MONDAY at 1 PM.
• Adults age 18 and up are welcome.
• Discuss the monthly selection and make new friends!
• Sample a treat based on the title selection!
• 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!

• SPECIAL EVENT! Tour the Polk County Genealogical Library!
• Mulberry Genealogy Club
• January 27, 2023 at 10 AM.
• Participants will need to provide their own transportation.
• Meet us at 100 E. Main Street Bartow, FL 33830
• Thank you to the Polk County Historical and Genealogical Library for their partnership.
• FREE program!

• 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.