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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 8/11/2012 to 8/11/2012.

Program Types: (choose a type to jump to list of programs)
Art/Photography     Books/Literature/Writing     Computer Skills/Technology     Education Support     Exhibits     Gaming     Genealogy/History     Movies/Films     Multicultural     Performance/Dance/Music     Special Events/Festivals     Storytime     


Art/Photographyback to top

Back To School Block Party/Talent Show
Come compete in our Teen Talent Show at the Back to School Block Party on Saturday, September 15th @ 2pm. Each performer/group will be allowed a five(5)minute set. Registration is Aug 9-Aug 17. Auditions will be held Aug.15-27 from 3-4:30. Audience: Teens (12-18)

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

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Call 704-416-5200 to register. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11)

Meet the Author - Danny Bernstein
Explore the NC mountains and surrounding areas with author and hiking enthusiast Danny Bernstein. She will highlight local areas of interest and talk about her writing process. ASR12 Audience: Adults, Seniors

Lit Lite!
Join us in this exciting new book club to read and discuss literary books under 300 pages. This meets second Sat. of every month. Our selection this month is Chronicle of a Death Foretold by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Audience: Adults, Seniors

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

Education Supportback to top

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Call 704-416-5200 to register. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11)

PAWS to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Exhibitsback to top

Junior Classical League Student Art Exhibit
The Junior Classical League, an organization of local students engaged in classical studies, will exhibit a variety of student art under the direction of Sherri Madden, Coordinator. Audience: Adults, Teens (12-18), Elementary (5-11)

Gamingback to top

Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games
Children in rising 1st to 6th grade participate in self-directed board games that encourage team work, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and other skills. Registration is required and can be done in person or by calling 704-416-6600, #2. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Genealogy/Historyback to top

Charlotte: Murder, Mystery and Mayhem
David Aaron Moore digs deep into the closet of Charlotte's dark history, exploring the various crimes and atrocities documented in his book. Interact with him to learn keys to finding unsolved mysteries right outside your own doorstep. ASR12 Audience: Adults, Seniors

Movies/Filmsback to top

Read to Reel: Independent Films "The Painted Veil" PG-13
Films can educate about cultural interactions and diversity as well as entertain, helping us define ideas and cultural experiences in our world. Enjoy popcorn while watching movie adaptations of these books written for adult readers. ASR12 Audience: Adults, Seniors

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

Performance/Dance/Musicback to top

Back To School Block Party/Talent Show
Come compete in our Teen Talent Show at the Back to School Block Party on Saturday, September 15th @ 2pm. Each performer/group will be allowed a five(5)minute set. Registration is Aug 9-Aug 17. Auditions will be held Aug.15-27 from 3-4:30. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Special Events/Festivalsback to top

Back To School Block Party/Talent Show
Come compete in our Teen Talent Show at the Back to School Block Party on Saturday, September 15th @ 2pm. Each performer/group will be allowed a five(5)minute set. Registration is Aug 9-Aug 17. Auditions will be held Aug.15-27 from 3-4:30. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Block Party Festival
Children, teens, and families will enjoy books and literacy activities as well as meet members from your community in this back to school kick-off festival. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Summer Reading Final event
Explore our tent and talk about some survival tips, enjoy some ice cream and get your face painted out beside the library! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Storytimeback to top

Children's Programming in August
There will be no regular programming this month as we get the library ready for the start of school. Programming will resume in September. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Family Storytime
Children enjoy favorite stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skills. Help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Call 704-416-5200 to register. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11)