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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 10/1/2012 to 10/1/2012.

Program Types: (choose a type to jump to list of programs)
Books/Literature/Writing     Computer Skills/Technology     Education Support     En Español     ESL (English as a Second Language)     Jobs/Careers     Multicultural     Sensory Programs     Special Events/Festivals     Storytime     


Books/Literature/Writingback to top

1 on 1 eReader Training
Want to learn how to borrow eBooks for your eReader, tablet, smartphone or laptop? Call or stop by Independence Regional Library to schedule an appointment for one-on-one training. Bring your device or questions: we’ll show you how to find, check out and download books from our digital collection. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Banned Books Week
Celebrate Banned Books Week by celebrating your freedom to read at your library. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Banned Books Week : Banned Books Matchup for Teens
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Celebrate Banned Books Week with us by matching excerpts from various banned books with their titles. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Banned Books Week: Banned Books Matchup
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Celebrate Banned Books Week with us by matching excerpts from various banned books with their titles Audience: Teens (12-18)

Banned Books Week: Banned Books Matchup for Teens
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Celebrate Banned Books Week by matching excerpts from various banned books with their titles. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Banned Book Week: Book Display
Join us in celebrating books and the right to read what you want as we recognize Banned Book Week at Independence. Assist your IB teen staff with a Banned Books display. We will enter a photo of our display into a system wide contest. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading to a certified therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)

Teen Writers Club for Guys - CANCELLED
Collaborate with other teen guys as you share your writing, give and receive feedback, and support each other through the writing process. Bring 1-2 pages of something you're working on to share with the group. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Computer Skills/Technologyback to top

eReader Assistance
Do you have specific Nook, Kindle, or Overdrive issues? Our staff member, Amy, can help. Make an appointment for personal assistance. Call or come in person to make an appointment. Audience: Adults, Seniors

1 on 1 eReader Training
Want to learn how to borrow eBooks for your eReader, tablet, smartphone or laptop? Call or stop by Independence Regional Library to schedule an appointment for one-on-one training. Bring your device or questions: we’ll show you how to find, check out and download books from our digital collection. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Computer Basics for Adults & Seniors
Five-part series, on Mondays. Covers the basic skills you need to get around in Windows using a mouse. It also covers how to use an easy word processing program, create and edit pictures, and an introduction to the Internet. No experience necessary. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Curso de computación en español / Computer Basics in Spanish
Curso de computación para principiantes. Temas incluyen: introducción a la computadora, procesador de palabras, Internet y correo electrónico. Introductory computer course in Spanish. Topics covered include computer basics, Word, Internet and Email. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Technology Tutoring
One-on-one computer help with a technology tutor for a 1-hour session (6PM & 7PM) every Monday evening. Topics covered include but are not limited to Microsoft Office, Internet, email, and online employment applications. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Education Supportback to top

Amigos Homework Tutoring / Ayuda con las tareas escolares (South County)
Students in K-5th grades can receive free homework help from high school student volunteers in one-on-one or group settings. English as a Second Language (ESL) and non-ESL students welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Amigos Homework Tutoring / Ayuda con las tareas escolares
Students in K-5th grades can receive free homework help from high school student volunteers in one-on-one or group settings. English as a Second Language (ESL) and non-ESL students welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Homework Tutoring
The Library and Hands on Charlotte have partnered together to create a program where highly trained professionals and volunteers provide homework tutoring on all subjects to students in grades k-12. Registration preferred but walk-ins welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18)

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

En Españolback to top

Curso de computación en español / Computer Basics in Spanish
Curso de computación para principiantes. Temas incluyen: introducción a la computadora, procesador de palabras, Internet y correo electrónico. Introductory computer course in Spanish. Topics covered include computer basics, Word, Internet and Email. Audience: Adults, Seniors

ESL (English as a Second Language)back to top

Amigos Homework Tutoring / Ayuda con las tareas escolares (South County)
Students in K-5th grades can receive free homework help from high school student volunteers in one-on-one or group settings. English as a Second Language (ESL) and non-ESL students welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Amigos Homework Tutoring / Ayuda con las tareas escolares
Students in K-5th grades can receive free homework help from high school student volunteers in one-on-one or group settings. English as a Second Language (ESL) and non-ESL students welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Jobs/Careersback to top

Resume & Job Search Assistance
One-on-one sessions for resume help and assistance with job search strategies. Please bring a printed copy of current or partial resume. No advance registration required. Sign in at Reference Desk at 5:15 p.m. Audience: Adults

Multiculturalback to top

Changing Places: From Black and White to Technicolor
Available during ImaginOn regular business hours, this exhibition project explores how Charlotte, NC is dealing with rapid demographic and cultural change. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Sensory Programsback to top

Sensory Storytime
Children practice their communication, social, and participation skills through books and activities. For children with disabilities or special needs and their families. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Special Events/Festivalsback to top

Banned Books Week: Banned Books Matchup
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Celebrate Banned Books Week with us by matching excerpts from various banned books with their titles Audience: Teens (12-18)

Storytimeback to top

Baby Storytime (Mondays in September & October)
This program is full. Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. New sights and sounds are shared with a parent/caregiver through books, songs, and rhymes. Ages: Up to 18 months. Registration required. Audience: Babies (0-17 months)

Two Time Storytime
Two-year-olds will enjoy their own storytime experience to encourage language development, listening and social skills. For ages 24-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months)

Toddler Storytime
Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months)

Baby Storytime
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. New sights and sounds are shared with a parent/caregiver through books, songs, and rhymes. For ages birth to 17 months. Audience: Babies (0-17 months)

Tiny Tots Storytime (Mondays in September & October)
This program is full. A Storytime for children ages 18 to 23 months. Stories, music and movement for tiny tots. Storytime is designed to develop language, listening and coordination skills. Ages 18 to 23 months. Registration required. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months)

Preschool Storytime: Just for Me
Preschoolers engage with books and activities that encourage language and pre-reading skills. Hear stories, sing songs, and develop the skills needed to become a successful reader. This storytime is for ages 3-5 without a parent or caregiver. Audience: Preschool (3-5)