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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 8/21/2012 to 8/21/2012.

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)     Exhibits     Multicultural     Sensory Programs     Storytelling     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

Book-A-Reader's Advisor
Do you want to read books similar to your favorite authors or do you want something different from your usual type of book? Are you looking for page-turners that will keep you reading late into the night, an engaging biography or a true crime mystery? Or do you need suggestions to spark discussion in your book group? Book a 1-on-1 30min. session with a Reader's Advisor. Audience: Adults

eReader Basics
Want to learn how to borrow eBooks for your eReader, tablet or laptop? Bring your device or questions: we’ll show you how to find, check out and download books from our digital collection. Tour the new website Freading. Audience: Adults

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

Story Explorers
Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities including math, science, games and more!  Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Wordplay Tuesdays: Comic Creations
Expand your understanding of comics and graphic novels, learn storytelling and cartooning techniques. 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

Excel Basics*
Learn how to create, edit and save a basic spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel 07. Designed for adults with basic computer skills and familiarity with Word. Registration is required. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Powerpoint Basics
Learn to create, edit and save a basic presentation using Microsoft’s PowerPoint 2007. This class is designed for adults with some computer experience but little or no previous PowerPoint experience. Registration is required. Audience: Adults

eReader Basics
Want to learn how to borrow eBooks for your eReader, tablet or laptop? Bring your device or questions: we’ll show you how to find, check out and download books from our digital collection. Tour the new website Freading. Audience: Adults

Education Supportback to top

Get Set For Kindergarten
Rising kindergartners participate in stories and activities that build pre-reading skills and help prepare children for success in school. Audience: Preschool (3-5)

Crossroads Cafe: Free English Classes / Aprenda inglés con Crossroads Cafe
This is a course for students who cannot attend traditional courses or who choose to study English independently. Students receive study materials to study at their own pace, check out books from the library, and meet with a teacher once a week. This program runs from August 21st-November 13th. Questions about registration? call 704-330-4861 Audience: Adults

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

En Españolback to top

Connections that Count/Conexiones que Cuentan
Cada martes tendremos cuentos, canciones y dynamicas para niños de recien nacidos a 5 años.Spanish Language storytime for children age birth to 5 every Tuesday with songs, stories and hands-on activities Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5)

Conexiones que Cuentan / Connections that Count
Un tiempo de cuentos en español con música y actividades para niños de 0 a 5 años de edad con el fin de prepararlos para la escuela. A story time in Spanish featuring stories, music and activities for children ages 0-5. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Toddlers (18-35 months), Babies (0-17 months)

Conexiones que Cuentan- Connections that Count
Una hora de cuentos en español para niños 0 a 5 para prepararlos a entrar a la escuela. Para mas información llame a Verónica al 704-416-0556. A Spanish language storytime that prepares children birth to 5 enter school. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months), Preschool (3-5)

Conexiones Que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Cada martes tendremos cuentos, canciones y dynamicas para niños de recien nacidos a 5 años.Spanish Language storytime for children age birth to 5 every Tuesday with songs, stories and hands-on activities. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Crossroads Cafe: Free English Classes / Aprenda inglés con Crossroads Cafe
This is a course for students who cannot attend traditional courses or who choose to study English independently. Students receive study materials to study at their own pace, check out books from the library, and meet with a teacher once a week. This program runs from August 21st-November 13th. Questions about registration? call 704-330-4861 Audience: Adults

ESL (English as a Second Language)back to top

Conexiones que Cuentan- Connections that Count
Una hora de cuentos en español para niños 0 a 5 para prepararlos a entrar a la escuela. Para mas información llame a Verónica al 704-416-0556. A Spanish language storytime that prepares children birth to 5 enter school. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months), Preschool (3-5)

Global Cafe
Learn about America's history and culture while improving your English conversational skills. No registration necessary. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Crossroads Cafe: Free English Classes / Aprenda inglés con Crossroads Cafe
This is a course for students who cannot attend traditional courses or who choose to study English independently. Students receive study materials to study at their own pace, check out books from the library, and meet with a teacher once a week. This program runs from August 21st-November 13th. Questions about registration? call 704-330-4861 Audience: Adults

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)

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

Water Play!
ImaginOn's youngest visitors are welcome to join us in the Courtyard for water-based activities and crafts. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months), Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Storytellingback to top

Conexiones Que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Cada martes tendremos cuentos, canciones y dynamicas para niños de recien nacidos a 5 años.Spanish Language storytime for children age birth to 5 every Tuesday with songs, stories and hands-on activities. Audience: Preschool (3-5), 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

Preschool Storytime
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. Audience: Preschool (3-5)

Connections that Count/Conexiones que Cuentan
Cada martes tendremos cuentos, canciones y dynamicas para niños de recien nacidos a 5 años.Spanish Language storytime for children age birth to 5 every Tuesday with songs, stories and hands-on activities Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5)

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

Conexiones que Cuentan / Connections that Count
Un tiempo de cuentos en español con música y actividades para niños de 0 a 5 años de edad con el fin de prepararlos para la escuela. A story time in Spanish featuring stories, music and activities for children ages 0-5. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Toddlers (18-35 months), Babies (0-17 months)

Conexiones que Cuentan- Connections that Count
Una hora de cuentos en español para niños 0 a 5 para prepararlos a entrar a la escuela. Para mas información llame a Verónica al 704-416-0556. A Spanish language storytime that prepares children birth to 5 enter school. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months), Preschool (3-5)