Programs & Events Listings
The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 8/3/2012 to 8/3/2012.
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
Get Set 4 Kindergarten
Rising kindergartners participate in stories and activities that build pre-reading skills and help prepare children for success in school. MUST BE ENTERING KINDERGATEN IN THE FALL OF 2012! Audience: Preschool (3-5)
Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Senior Financial Wellness
Financial wellness is especially important in our golden years. Learn about fraud, scams, financial abuse and financial exploitation directed against senior citizens so you can better protect yourself and your hard-earned assets. ASR12 Audience: Adults, Seniors
Financial Literacy - Women in Transition
Women’s financial needs can undergo dramatic shifts during their lives. Join Barbara Bennett from the NC Secretary of State Securities Division for a discussion on planning your financial future and avoiding potential fraud. Men welcome too! ASR12 Audience: Adults, Seniors
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 - Everthing you Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask
This is a class for people who have little to no knowledge about computers. We will learn how the computer works, the parts of the PC, how to use the keyboard and the mouse, and more...! Audience: Adults, Seniors
Computer Basics
Get a basic overview of computers in this class for adults with
little of no computer experience. Audience: Adults
Technology Tutors
One-on-one computer help sessions with a technology volunteer. Get assistance with Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and using the mouse. These sessions last between 30 and 45 minutes. Registration required: (704) 416-5600 Audience: Adults, Seniors
PAWS to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading to a certified therapy dog. Come by the library on Fridays between 11am-12noon and take turns reading to a new library friend named Pal.
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Get Set 4 Kindergarten
Rising kindergartners participate in stories and activities that build pre-reading skills and help prepare children for success in school. MUST BE ENTERING KINDERGATEN IN THE FALL OF 2012! Audience: Preschool (3-5)
Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Cada viernes tendremos una hora de cuento en español con el proposito de preparar niños 0 a 5 para la escuela. Para mas información llame a Veronica al 704-416-0556. A spanish language storytime to prepare children birth to 5 enter school ready. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Toddlers (18-35 months), Family/Youth & Caregivers
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)
Learn, Quest, Play: Monopoly Tournament
Take a ride on the Boardwalk and rule the board in this tournament in the Loft. Audience: Teens (12-18)
Music and Southern History
Spiritual music, Blues, Jazz and Hip Hop have influenced African Americans in the South for the past 200 years. Learn about and experience music from the past with Kamille Bostick of the Levine Museum of the New South. ASR12 Audience: Adults, Seniors
From page to Screen
The library will show a special screening of the movie Puss in Boots (PG) inspired by the fairy tale Puss in Boots. Seeing a story brought to life will enhance children's understanding of a familiar story. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
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
Family Storytime
Children enjoy favorite stories, songs and movement activities that support early literacy skills. Help foster a love of reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. For ages birth to 5 years.
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
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. All ages welcome. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers
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)
Summer Reading Families: Puppets on Parade
Join us for fun, literacy based activities that promote summer reading and learning. We will explore stories and storytelling through puppets! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Cada viernes tendremos una hora de cuento en español con el proposito de preparar niños 0 a 5 para la escuela. Para mas información llame a Veronica al 704-416-0556. A spanish language storytime to prepare children birth to 5 enter school ready. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Toddlers (18-35 months), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
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