FLORENCE-The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library have a fun March in store. Here are just a few events scheduled for March at the Library.
The War of 1812 in the South: Causes and Consequences
Sunday, March 8, 2:00 pm
Dr. Tom Kanon will discuss the reasons why the War of 1812 was important to the early southern frontier.
Film Screening: Big Fish
Monday, March 9, 7:30 pm
Prepare for Big Fish author Daniel Wallace’s visit to UNA with this free screening of the film adaptation of his most famous novel. The film will be introduced by UNA English Professor Daryl Brown. 
Lego Build Competition
Saturday, March 14 (rescheduled due to weather)
Kids can participate in a Lego competition in Youth Services! Registration required.
Izora the Magical Horse Book Signing
Saturday, March 14, 1:30-4:00 pm
Local author Adriane Waldrep will sell and sign copies of her children’s book Izora the Magical Horse. For more information, call 256-764-6564, ext. 28.
Beer and a Book
at Rivertown Coffee Company
Monday, March 16, 6:00 pm
This month’s book is An Everlasting Meal by Tamar Adler.
Anime and Manga Club
Thursday, March 19, 5:00-6:00 pm
For teens aged 11-15. Guest speaker Morgan Mizell will talk about cosplay
Book Talk/Signing with Tom McDonald
Saturday, March 21, 1:00 pm
Tom McDonald, younger brother of late historian William Lindsey McDonald, will visit the library to talk about his books When Memories Come Calling and Dirt Road Memories. Both books are collections of true stories of Tom’s experiences from his boyhood, marriage, family life, and career in education right here in the Shoals. For more information, call 256-764-6564, ext. 28.
The Red Stick War
Sunday, March 22, 2:00 pm
Dr. Kathryn Holland Braund will explore the Creek War and its relationship to the War of 1812.
What Do You Mean You Haven’t Seen Dragonheart?
Tuesday, March 24, 7:00 pm
Film buff and stand-up comic Duell Aldridge hosts a screening of 1996 fantasy adventure Dragonheart, starring Dennis Quaid and featuring the voice of Sean Connery.
Eat Healthy, Be Active PLUS
Thursdays, 10:00-11:00 am, March 26-April 30
If living a healthier lifestyle is one of your goals for 2015, this series is for you. There will be six workshops, each focusing on a low-impact physical activity as well as nutrition tips.
Each session lasts one hour and includes activities such as aerobics, yoga, and line dancing, as well as handouts and videos designed to help you make healthier choices. You will learn about foods to increase, foods to decrease, how to balance calories, and many more nutrition and health related topics. This series is sponsored by Florence-Lauderdale Public Library and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
For more information or to pre-register for the FREE workshops call the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library at 256-764-6564, ext. 28. or Elaine Softley at 256-324-2851.
Get Dirty at the Library
Last Friday of Each Month at 11:30 am
Chris Becker of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System will provide tips and answer questions on a different gardening topic each month at the library. For more information, call 256-764-6564, ext. 28.
Friday, March 27, 11:30 am: Protecting Pollinators
Friday, April 24, 11:30 am: Tomatoes
Friday, May 29, 11:30 am: Fire Ant Management
