The Arts & Education

Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach

411 Clematis St.

West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (561) 868-7700 | www.wpbcitylibrary.org n Homework Centers for elementary, middle, and high school students, staffed by certified teachers and volunteers who aid with all subjects and projects, after school on Mondays through Thursdays; healthy snacks provided n Weekly interactive story times for children n Cooking classes n STEAM programs n Dog Tales—where kids can read to a trained therapy dog n Coding classes for kids and teens n College test prep for teens n Workforce readiness programs for teens n Video gaming and 3D printing for teens n Driving simulator for teens working to get a driver’s license n Art, movement, and music classes for all ages n Support from a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for youth and families n Lois’ Food for Kids weekend meal bags for children ages 5-12 n Mandel Mobile providing educational support and job help at local parks

The Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach reaches out to inspire, inform and provide people with the support to enhance their quality of life. The librarians and staff promote early and enhanced literacy and a love of reading by providing outstanding programming for children from birth to 18 years old. All programs are provided free of charge.

Attention all teachers: Your class is invited for a private tour of the children’s department. Students in grades K-5 will enjoy an interactive art and literature program and hands-on extension activities. Students with special needs are invited to enjoy a storytime presentation to promote motor skills through movement and music activities. These visits familiarize students with the educational and fun resources at the library.

Additionally, the library performs outreach to local schools. A librarian brings a program to one class, multiple classes, or a group. Outreach can include book talks, book clubs, story time, songs and games, and an introduction to the library’s website and the online resources it offers to children. Call (561) 868-7703 for more information on classroom visits, field trips and requesting library materials for your classroom for free.

Norton Museum of Art

1450 S. Dixie Highway

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

(561) 832-5196 www.norton.org/schools

The Norton Museum of Art is known for the quality and depth of its collections of American, Contemporary, Chinese and European art and photography, as well as its innovative educational programming. School tours include: n “STEAM” (grades K-12) n “Learning to Look” (grades K-12) n “Stories in Art” (grades K-12) n “Special Exhibitions” (grades K-12) n The Norton offers live virtual tours streamed to your classroom or home! Engage with works of art through discussion and activities that connect to curriculum (grades K-12).

School tours are free for all K-12 school groups and connect to Florida State Standards. Free busing is available for Palm Beach County public schools coordinated through the museum. The museum also offers free art activities in the museum classroom with your tour. Reservations are required three weeks in advance, and one chaperone is required for every 10 students. All tours are docent-led. Middle school and high school teachers can self-tour the museum collection if they notify the education department in advance. For more information, visit www.norton.org/schools. Registration for 2023-2024 school tours opens August 8, 2023. Also, inquire about the Norton’s free teacher events and professional development opportunities.