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Poetry Coffeehouse Night

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Poetry & Writing
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join us for an open-mic night. You are invited to read an original poem of your own or just sit back and enjoy.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Event Details:

Join us for an open-mic night. You are invited to read an original poem of your own or just sit back and enjoy.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notice

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with nuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Astronomy Week

All Day 2/16 - 2/20
Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Our annual celebration of the sky is back! Join us all week for classes, lectures, crafts, and skygazing for all ages.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Event Details:

Our annual celebration of the sky is back! Join us all week for classes, lectures, crafts, and skygazing for all ages.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Junior Astronomers

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join astronomy expert Nanci Adler as she teaches us fascinating facts about the sun. Afterwards, we will get to make our own sun dials. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join astronomy expert Nanci Adler as she teaches us fascinating facts about the sun. Afterwards, we will get to make our own sun dials. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Waiver

Children and adults participating in Maitland Public Library's programs may be photographed or recorded by Library staff members, newspaper or television reporters/photographers, or others involved with the program. The Maitland Public Library reserves the right to use such photographs or recordings for promotional purposes, in print and online. All library patrons consent to the use of their photo and/or video for such purposes, without compensation. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be labeled with personally identifiable information without express consent. Notify Library staff if you do not want to be photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Telescope Night with CFAS

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Don't miss one of our most popular Astronomy Week events! Join Douglas Woods, Outreach Chair of Central Florida Astronomical Society for a telescope viewing of the night sky at Quinn Strong Park.

All ages welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Event Details:

Don't miss one of our most popular Astronomy Week events! Join Douglas Woods, Outreach Chair of Central Florida Astronomical Society for a telescope viewing of the night sky at Quinn Strong Park.

All ages welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Waiver

Children and adults participating in Maitland Public Library's programs may be photographed or recorded by Library staff members, newspaper or television reporters/photographers, or others involved with the program. The Maitland Public Library reserves the right to use such photographs or recordings for promotional purposes, in print and online. All library patrons consent to the use of their photo and/or video for such purposes, without compensation. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be labeled with personally identifiable information without express consent. Notify Library staff if you do not want to be photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Astronomy with Azaria

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lecture/Presentation, Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join expert and student Azaria Arnold for a fun-filled afternoon learning astronomy, followed by a related activity.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lecture/Presentation, Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join expert and student Azaria Arnold for a fun-filled afternoon learning astronomy, followed by a related activity.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Waiver

Children and adults participating in Maitland Public Library's programs may be photographed or recorded by Library staff members, newspaper or television reporters/photographers, or others involved with the program. The Maitland Public Library reserves the right to use such photographs or recordings for promotional purposes, in print and online. All library patrons consent to the use of their photo and/or video for such purposes, without compensation. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be labeled with personally identifiable information without express consent. Notify Library staff if you do not want to be photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mobile Planetarium from MOAS

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture/Presentation, Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Lift off and explore the universe in a portable planetarium! Observe space under the dome and enjoy an educational and entertaining experience led by a Museum of Arts and Sciences expert.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Lecture/Presentation, Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Event Details:

Lift off and explore the universe in a portable planetarium! Observe space under the dome and enjoy an educational and entertaining experience led by a Museum of Arts and Sciences expert.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Waiver

Children and adults participating in Maitland Public Library's programs may be photographed or recorded by Library staff members, newspaper or television reporters/photographers, or others involved with the program. The Maitland Public Library reserves the right to use such photographs or recordings for promotional purposes, in print and online. All library patrons consent to the use of their photo and/or video for such purposes, without compensation. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be labeled with personally identifiable information without express consent. Notify Library staff if you do not want to be photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Telescope Night with CFAS

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Don't miss one of our most popular Astronomy Week events! Join Douglas Woods, Outreach Chair of Central Florida Astronomical Society for a telescope viewing of the night sky at Quinn Strong Park.

All ages welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Event Details:

Don't miss one of our most popular Astronomy Week events! Join Douglas Woods, Outreach Chair of Central Florida Astronomical Society for a telescope viewing of the night sky at Quinn Strong Park.

All ages welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Waiver

Children and adults participating in Maitland Public Library's programs may be photographed or recorded by Library staff members, newspaper or television reporters/photographers, or others involved with the program. The Maitland Public Library reserves the right to use such photographs or recordings for promotional purposes, in print and online. All library patrons consent to the use of their photo and/or video for such purposes, without compensation. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be labeled with personally identifiable information without express consent. Notify Library staff if you do not want to be photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sunspot Viewing

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Courtyard at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology/STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join local astronomy expert Don Crowell as he fixes his telescope on our closest star, the Sun. Safely view the Sun and look for sunspots and solar flares in detail in the library courtyard.


 

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology/STEM
Event Details:

Join local astronomy expert Don Crowell as he fixes his telescope on our closest star, the Sun. Safely view the Sun and look for sunspots and solar flares in detail in the library courtyard.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Waiver

Children and adults participating in Maitland Public Library's programs may be photographed or recorded by Library staff members, newspaper or television reporters/photographers, or others involved with the program. The Maitland Public Library reserves the right to use such photographs or recordings for promotional purposes, in print and online. All library patrons consent to the use of their photo and/or video for such purposes, without compensation. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be labeled with personally identifiable information without express consent. Notify Library staff if you do not want to be photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Telescope Night with Emil Buehler Planetarium

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join Derek Demeter, astronomer and director of the Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College for a telescope viewing of the night sky at Quinn Strong Park and learn about our solar system and celestial happenings.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Event Details:

Join Derek Demeter, astronomer and director of the Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College for a telescope viewing of the night sky at Quinn Strong Park and learn about our solar system and celestial happenings.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Waiver

Children and adults participating in Maitland Public Library's programs may be photographed or recorded by Library staff members, newspaper or television reporters/photographers, or others involved with the program. The Maitland Public Library reserves the right to use such photographs or recordings for promotional purposes, in print and online. All library patrons consent to the use of their photo and/or video for such purposes, without compensation. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be labeled with personally identifiable information without express consent. Notify Library staff if you do not want to be photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Meet an Analog Astronaut

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Sharife Gacel will join us to discuss what it's like to be an Analog Astronaut with NASA

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology/STEM, Special Event
Event Details:

Sharife Gacel will join us to discuss what it's like to be an Analog Astronaut with NASA

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poetry Awards & Coffeehouse

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Poetry & Writing, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

2024 Theme: Dreams & Dragons

  • The annual Poetry Contest is held each year, with entries collected in March.
  • Cash prizes for both adults and youth sponsored by the Friends of the Maitland Public Library.
Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing, Special Event
Event Details:

2024 Theme: Dreams & Dragons

  • The annual Poetry Contest is held each year, with entries collected in March.
  • Cash prizes for both adults and youth sponsored by the Friends of the Maitland Public Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notice

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with nuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poetry Coffeehouse Night

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Poetry & Writing
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join us for an open-mic night. You are invited to read an original poem of your own or just sit back and enjoy.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Event Details:

Join us for an open-mic night. You are invited to read an original poem of your own or just sit back and enjoy.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notice

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with nuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Maitland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.

Library Branch: Maitland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Friendship, books & social interaction!

Next Chapter is a book club for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. All levels of reading ability are welcome.