Do you enjoy knitting? Bring your own projects, tips, techniques and ideas to share with fellow knitters at the Parkland Library. Please visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207 for more information.

Children will have fun using their imaginations while building log cabins, towers or whatever else they become inspired to make. Parkland Library card required to register. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

Come to the Parkland Library to practice your reading skills by reading to therapy dog Finn. This program encourages children to read by providing a non-judgmental listener and furry friend who won’t mind if you make a mistake. Bring a book from home or choose one at the library. Each child will have the opportunity to read for about 5 minutes. Parkland Library card required to register. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

Children of all ages! Bring your old crayons and have some fun while also helping Mother Earth. In honor of Earth Day this month, the Parkland Library will be participating in the Crayon Initiative, which collects donated crayons, melts them down, remanufactures them and donates them to children’s hospitals. At the library, kids will donate and sort their old crayons, hear a story, learn about recycling, and visit a real Waste Management recycling truck. Parkland Library card required to register. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

Join us for this fun look at scandals created by raucous British monarchs from Henry VIII to today’s most recent royal newlyweds. Dr. Margery Marcus’s lively and informative lectures have earned her a following at lifelong learning societies and cultural events throughout South Florida. Registration required. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

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Decompress and let your mind wander while enjoying this latest creative trend: coloring books for adults. We’ll add some soothing background music and light snacks to create a little “me time” in your day. We will provide the supplies or you may bring your own. Parkland Library card required to register. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

Children will have fun decorating a wooden mixing spoon and wooden egg, and will then get to participate in a friendly egg rolling contest. Parkland Library card required to register. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

Would your child benefit from a Reading Buddy? The Juniorettes’ Reading Buddies is a cross-age, effective method of energizing young readers. Parkland elementary school age students are welcome to attend. When younger students read with older students, literacy skills are picked up in an enjoyable manner. Building partnerships between our high-achieving, high school girls and elementary-age children is an excellent way to reinforce lifelong reading success. Young students will build self-confidence and enhance literacy skills! Registration is not required. Please visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207 for more information.

Come to the library to discuss this month’s book and enjoy an activity and a snack. Read the book before we meet so you can add to the discussion! This month’s book is Fish Finelli: Seagulls Don’t Eat Pickles by E.S. Farber. Parkland Library card required to register. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

The City of Parkland is bringing the big screen to your own backyard! Presenting Movies in the Park featuring MARY POPPINS RETURNS at the Pine Trails Park Amphitheater (10555 Trails End) on Friday, April 26. Join us as we transform the park into our own local movie theater with an 18-foot inflatable movie screen, freshly popped popcorn, and more. Bring your chairs, blankets, and pillows and get comfortable under the stars.

Discover the courage of compassion through the eyes of parents journeying towards acceptance of their one-of-a-kind kids. Based on The New York Times bestseller by Andrew Solomon, Far From the Tree is an intimate, profoundly human look at families raising children society deems abnormal: a mother and son determined to show the world that his Down syndrome does not define him; a couple learning to communicate with their bright but nonverbal autistic son; a young woman dealing with what it means to be the only little person in her family; and parents whose deep love for their son persists even after he has committed an unspeakable crime. Tracing their joys, challenges, tragedies, and triumphs, Far From the Tree invites viewers to rethink what it means to be a normal family. Registration required. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

The City of Parkland is proud to announce the annual Parkland Farmers' Market presented by Northwest Medical Center. Customers will be able to purchase items such as fresh and organic vegetables, fruits, herbs, beautiful flowers, breads, pastries and other baked goods. We also feature a variety of gourmet foods such as jam, honey, dips, sauces, fresh pasta, cheese, and pickles. Our market is dog friendly so don't forget to visit our pet vendors.

Similar to a current events group, but focused on entertainment and culture, this lively discussion will cover topics like: What’s on the bestseller list? What’s big at the box office? What’s trending in pop culture? Share your thoughts, listen to others, and get your culture fix as we chat. Registration required. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.

Local cartoonist Cory Laub will teach children to draw some of their favorite superheroes and cartoon characters while entertaining them with fun facts about animation and comic book trivia. It's a great time, and children will have a ton of fun while learning to draw! Parkland Library card required to register. To register visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.