Fresh-Baked Fun: Find It This Month at Your Library During American Heritage Month
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American Heritage Month kicks off in July, and Broward County Library has a summer full of fun to celebrate. Before, during and after the Fourth of July (the anniversary of the U.S.'s independence), there will be events, exhibits and more to celebrate the heritage of the United States. With musical performances, historical presentations, movies and more, there are plenty of ways to salute the history and the heritage of our country.
Events
June 28 - Quilting Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Northwest Regional Library
July 7 - Film: For Love and Liberty: The Story of America’s Black Patriots, 2 to 4 p.m., North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library
July 9 - Life During the Civil War: Presented by Robert and Kathy Feeney, 2 to 3 p.m., West Regional Library
July 17 - Native American Dream Catcher Craft, ages 5-12, 2 to 3 p.m., please pre-register: 954-785-2181![]( "Call: 954-785-2181") , Pompano Beach Branch Library
July 20 - Moon Day, 1 to 3 p.m., Main Library
July 21 - Shade Tree Pickers: Bluegrass Celebrates American Heritage Month, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Northwest Regional Library
July 23 - Life During the Civil War: Presented by Robert and Kathy Feeney, 1 to 4 p.m., West Regional Library
History Comes to Life
 In addition to these programs, make plans to visit the Broward County Historical Commission during American Heritage Month. Tour the building and see the latest exhibit Broward Schools: A Look Back and view memorabilia, publications and other historical artifacts. Take a historic road trip around town and celebrate Florida's American Heritage by seeing Broward County's Must-See Historical Sites or view a sampling of historic photos here.
Displays & Exhibits
American Heritage Month Book Displays
American Presidents Book Display
Civil War Exhibit
Historic Broward County
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