Event List

Elites on the Rise is a coaching and mentorship program designed to give our "next generation" hands-on, practical, and relevant teaching in areas that foster success in life.

Who Can Apply: Youth and young adults ages 10 - 25

Program Length: 8 weeks

This program includes Orientation + 6-week Curriculum + Graduation Ceremony TBA

Mandatory Orientation: Parents are requested to join the orientation session on Wednesday, April 17, 2023.

Cost: This program is FREE

Register Here: MyClearwater.info/Elites. Class open to residents of Clearwater only.

About Andrea

Andrea is a native Floridian who was born and raised in Clearwater. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Financial Business Management from Florida Southern College. During her 17 year corporate life she held positions that included Bank Branch Assistant, Auditor, and Financial Budgeting Director.

Andrea is a published Author and in addition to being a speaker at your next event you may obtain several services that will help you ELEVATE INTENTIONALLY TOWARDS EXCELLENCE and SUCCESS as an individual and or entrepreneur.

https://successfuldiva.mobi/ 

Ages 13-18. Video games, board games, Dungeons & Dragons, and trading card games. Gaming consoles and board games provided. Bring your own trading card decks and handheld gaming devices.

Partnership program with the Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas for students to practice conversational English with literacy tutors.

Mothers, grandmothers, & other maternal figures and your little ones are invited to join us for a Mother's & Others Tea Party! We will read a special story, have tea, and make crafts. Ages 3 to 6.

Registration is required.

Buzz, Bounce, Books! Join us for storytime where we will sing and read together with your baby! Enjoy playtime after the program with your busy bee friends! 

Ages 0-18 months old 

*No Registration Required* 

Join us for our last Homeschooler’s Club event for this year: a fun-filled hour of games, including a variety of board games, as well as the opportunity to play a kid-friendly, tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG)! For ages 5 to 18. Registration is required. 

We will return with Homeschooler’s Club in September, but in the meantime, be sure to check out our adventure-packed summer programs! 

One-on-one help with basic computer skills and troubleshooting, Overdrive/Libby, email basics, social media, office productivity software (e.g., Word, Excel) Kindles, tablets, smartphones and laptops. 30 minute appointment time does not allow for comprehensive instruction or complicated troubleshooting issues. The library is not responsible for damage to computers/software or patron-owned devices. Please have log-in and password information for your device handy when you come to the appointment. 

Please call the Clearwater East Community Library @ SPC at (727) 562-4970, option 4, to register an appointment with our librarians.  If sessions are not booked walk-ins are welcome.

One-on-one help with basic computer skills and troubleshooting, Overdrive/Libby, email basics, social media, office productivity software (e.g., Word, Excel) Kindles, tablets, smartphones and laptops. 30 minute appointment time does not allow for comprehensive instruction or complicated troubleshooting issues. The library is not responsible for damage to computers/software or patron-owned devices. Please have log-in and password information for your device handy when you come to the appointment. 

Please call the Clearwater East Community Library @ SPC at (727) 562-4970, option 6, to register an appointment with our librarians.  If sessions are not booked walk-ins are welcome.

English for Speakers of Other Languages classes are provided for students of intermediate and advanced levels by the Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas. For more information call 727-298-3080 ext.1724 or visit http://lcup.net. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome!

Author lecture, meet & greet, and book signing!!!

“Kelly gives a broad view of organized crime in Florida, interspersed with his own personal anecdotes, highlighting the unique and often crazier-than-fiction story of organized crime in the Sunshine State.”—Scott M. Deitche, author of Cigar City Mafia: A Complete History of the Tampa Underworld “A fascinating and fresh look at infamous gangsters and criminals who lived and operated throughout Florida. Kelly’s varied business ventures and hobbies often landed him directly among the characters depicted throughout the book, and while some readers may find many of the names familiar, it’s Kelly’s engrossing firsthand accounts that set this book apart from others.”—Avi Bash, author of Organized Crime in Miami

A vivid, wild ride through a century of Mafia lore, this book tells stories of organized crime rings that have settled in Florida and made the state their base of operations for bootlegging, gambling, extortion, money laundering, and drug running. Sunshine State Mafia divulges the hidden history of the mob from the Keys to Pensacola and Jacksonville. Featuring Al Capone and crime rings in Miami and South Florida, the Trafficante family in Tampa, Harlan Blackburn and his gambling empire in Orlando, and many more individuals both infamous and little known, this book explains how and why mob bosses from northern states came to Florida in the early 1900s—they saw the state as a respite from cold weather and a good place to evade law enforcement. The cast of characters in these stories includes cops, sheriffs, prosecutors, judges, and politicians who took bribes or even conspired with criminals. Doug Kelly offers never-before-told information from newly released files, interviews with retired police and FBI agents, and his own career as a security consultant during the Cocaine Cowboys era. Kelly’s line of work involved brushes with criminal elements and notorious characters, which he recounts here. He also defines roles within Mafia families, discusses how changes in policing have impacted the patterns of criminal organizations, and talks about what distinguishes the Mafia from other groups.

The first book to survey the origins and activities of the Mafia across Florida, Sunshine State Mafia will surprise readers with its insights into the influence of organized crime in the history of the state’s small towns and cities.

Join us on the third floor in the non-fiction section to play American Mahjong every Thursday! We will provide the sets and scorecards for up to four games at once. We'll see you in the stacks!

This English conversation class will emphasize citizenship preparation, history, civics, and life and culture in the U.S. Students who want to prepare for citizenship, new citizens, or students who enjoy English conversation are welcome. Students will be able to deepen their understanding of the democratic process and strengthen their English language skills. This class is designed for all skill levels. Classes are provided by the Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas. For more information call 727-298-3080 ext.1724 or visit http://lcup.net

Learn basic macrame or bring a project to work on. Open to all levels. Share your skills with others or learn new ones. 

The Clearwater Upcycled Crafts program is a crafting group designed to expose participants to more eco-friendly ways to craft. This group will fabricate craft items where one or more of the materials required for the craft are recycled, repurposed or upcycled from items that would otherwise be sent to the landfill. Registration is required for this program.

Seniors (ages 55+), drop-in for technology assistance with a librarian offered on a first come, first serve basis. Assistance can be provided for Microsoft Office, library databases, e-readers, tablets, various apps and email only. Time does not allow for comprehensive instruction or complicated troubleshooting issues. The library is not responsible for damage to computers/software or patron owned devices. Please have log-in and password information for your device ready when you come to the session. 

Does soil affect plant health? Yes! Let's discover the basics of soil science and nutrients, the organisms that inhabit topsoil, and how they all interact with each other. Learn best practices for healthy soil and healthy plants for happy gardeners!

Do you like exploring different mediums of art? Grow into a well-rounded artisan as we create with our hands. 

*Registration Required* 

*Ages 10-18* 

Join us in-person at the Clearwater North Greenwood Library or from the comfort of your own home via ZOOM to discuss literary works by African American authors, monthly on the second Saturday of each month.

May 11: I Did a New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free by Tabitha Brown

June 8: This Close to Okay by Leesa Cross-Smith

July 13: The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson

August 10: The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

Virtual participants will need access to the Internet, a microphone, and preferably a webcam. Online registration is required to receive the Zoom meeting ID and password.

For more information, please contact Christa Smith at christa.smith@myclearwater.com.

This is a gentle introduction to literacy through stories, songs and fingerplays for infants up to 24 months. 

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and your local Area Agency on Aging. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance questions by providing  counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased and confidential. Registration is required.

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and your local Area Agency on Aging. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance questions by providing  counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased and confidential. Registration is required.