Monday, January 10, has not one but two programs showcasing local history. If you are free at noon, you can sit in on the kick-off of the Friends of the Library Brown Bag Series 2011. Bring a sandwich and enjoy complimentary coffee or tea while listening to author and local historian Harvey Oyer III. Mr. Oyer will talk about the Everglades and Florida’s unique history and natural environment. He will present images from his book The Adventures of Charlie Pierce: The Last Egret.
For those of you who come out at night, there will be a sizzling show beginning at 6:30 p.m. Michael Landress; the Emergency Medical Services Coordinator for the City of Boynton Beach, shares the history of the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Department. The fire department in Boynton began in 1924. Mr. Landress recently completed a book chronicling the service and adventures of the fire rescue department. The program is co-sponsored by the library and the Boynton Beach Historical Society.
Have tons of photos stashed around the house? Here’s your chance to meet with the library archivist and others interested in photo preservation in a friendly round-table workshop. Receive tips on preserving, displaying and storing your family photographs. The class will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 19. Seating is limited; please call 742-6390 to register.
Nearly everyone remembers television icon Julia Child. Here’s your opportunity to learn m
ore about her from Albie Walton, who photographed her for the 1975 From Julia Child Kitchen cookbook. On Tuesday, January 25, at 10:00 a.m., Mr. Walton will speak about his time spent with Julia Child in her kitchen. His photographic images of Julia Child are on display through the month of January along with an exhibit of vintage 1950s-1970s kitchen items. The display and lecture will take place on the 2nd floor of the library near the Local History & Archives. The exhibit and lecture is co-sponsored by the Art in Public Places Department.A special treat awaits those who love history tours. On Wednesday, January 26, come along on the Boynton Beach Magical History Tour. The Friends of the Boynton Beach City Library are sponsoring the 90 minute narrated bus tour. The tour of portions of the City of Boynton Beach will be from a historic perspective. Seating is limited and a donation of $20 to the Friends of the Boynton Beach City Library is required at time of registration. More details are available by calling 742-6390.
The library is located at 208 S. Seacrest Blvd. in downtown Boynton Beach. You can find us on the web at www.boyntonlibrary.org.
