Our Summer Reading Program is in full swing! This year's theme is Color Our World. Readers of all ages are invited to participate in this free program and are eligible for an array of prizes. Adult Summer Reading prizes include a Kindle, tickets to see Weird Al Yankovic at the Baycare Sound, and giveaways from Madison Avenue Pizza and Southern Lights Brewing.
The city of Clearwater and the Clearwater Public Library System celebrate Juneteenth! On Monday, June 16 at 1 p.m., join us at the Countryside Library for a lively and insightful presentation by Dr. Anthony E. Dixon celebrating African-American Freedom Day. This event is free, open to the public and includes refreshments.
Anthony E. Dixon, Ph.D., is a public historian specializing in African American and African Diaspora history and culture. He earned his Ph.D. in history from Indiana University in 2007, focusing on African Diaspora History, and holds a Master’s of Information Science from Florida State University. His earlier studies were completed at Florida A & M University, where he received a Bachelor's (1994) and Master’s degree (2001).
Clearwater libraries will be closed June 19 in celebration of Juneteenth.
 The Clearwater Public Library System will have new hours beginning Saturday, June 28.
The change in hours is a result of seeking more operational efficiency and cost savings for the library system, and in response to a higher level of activation in Coachman Park. Concerts and events at The BayCare Sound and Coachman Park regularly impact Saturday hours at the Main Library. Hours will be changed to the following:
Countryside Library
- 2642 Sabal Springs Drive
- Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Sunday, closed
Main Library
- 100 N. Osceola Ave.
- Monday to Wednesday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday, closed
North Greenwood Library
- 905 N. MLK Jr. Ave.
- Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Sunday, closed
East Community Library @ SPC
(Hours are not changing at this location.)
- 2465 Drew St.
- Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Sunday, closed
The Beach Library remains closed due to damage sustained from last year’s hurricanes.
Now through July 31 at all Clearwater Libraries
The Clearwater Public Library System is partnering with the Suncoast Animal League for a pet supply donation drive, now through July 31. Feel free to donate at any Clearwater library branch. Accepted items include food, pet toys, leashes and bedding.
Looking for an escape from the summer heat? The library offers FREE museum passes to more than a dozen local museums! From the Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, to the Glazer Children's Museum in Tampa, there are lots of museums to explore all around the Tampa Bay area. Passes are valid for up to two adults and three children.
 Check out the June/July 2025 issue of the Clearwater Public Library System's newsletter, which includes events happening at all of our library branches.
Sunset on the Roof is one of our most popular fall and winter programs at the Main Library. Patrons are welcome to visit the roof, watch the sun set over Clearwater Harbor, and enjoy refreshments.
Some nights, we even have telescope viewings with our Division Branch Manager David Stoner, or live music like Gemma Briggs Bagpipes! We hope to see you back this fall after daylight saving time ends in November.
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