Programs & Events Listings
The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 9/28/2012 to 9/28/2012.
Banned Books Week: Banned Books Display Contest
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Celebrate Banned Books Week at your library by creating Banned Books Week displays to show your support of the First Amendment! Audience: Teens (12-18), Elementary (5-11)
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: Banned Books Display Contest
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Celebrate Banned Books Week at your library by creating Banned Books Week displays to show your support of the First Amendment! Audience: Teens (12-18), Elementary (5-11)
An Afternoon with Dame Daphne Du Maurier
Join us for a fun look at the life & books of another author of British Mystery, Daphne Du Maurier! We will read the book, Rebecca" then watch the movie of the same name; & also enjoy a PowerPoint presentation of her life. Refreshments served. Audience: Adults, Seniors
Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games
Children participate in board games that encourage cooperation, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and critical thinking skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
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
Technology Tutoring
One-on-one computer help sessions with a technology tutor. Topics covered may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office, Internet, email and online applications. Sessions are 30 minutes. Audience: Adults, Seniors
Teen Tutoring Program
Interested in developing leadership, communication, and teaching skills? Apply for the Teen Tutoring Program and provide one-on-one tutoring in reading, writing, or math for elementary school students on Saturdays from November through May. Audience: Teens (12-18)
Puzzles: Challenge Friday
Test your logic and reasoning skills and your ability to think analytically with a self-paced puzzle activity. Audience: Teens (12-18)
PAWS to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Registration required. 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
Global Cafe
Learn about America's history and culture while improving your English conversational skills. No registration necessary. Audience: Adults
Learn, Quest, Play: Twister Tournament
Test your flexibility as you are put at the mercy of the color wheel. Audience: Teens (12-18)
Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games
Children participate in board games that encourage cooperation, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and critical thinking skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
An Afternoon with Dame Daphne Du Maurier
Join us for a fun look at the life & books of another author of British Mystery, Daphne Du Maurier! We will read the book, Rebecca" then watch the movie of the same name; & also enjoy a PowerPoint presentation of her life. Refreshments served. Audience: Adults, Seniors
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
Global Cafe
Learn about America's history and culture while improving your English conversational skills. No registration necessary. Audience: Adults
Basic Spanish II
Learn to read, write and speak Spanish for beginners and advanced beginners. Contact Adriana Garcia at bruandadi@hotmail.com to register for class. Audience: Adults, Teens (12-18)
An Afternoon with Dame Daphne Du Maurier
Join us for a fun look at the life & books of another author of British Mystery, Daphne Du Maurier! We will read the book, Rebecca" then watch the movie of the same name; & also enjoy a PowerPoint presentation of her life. Refreshments served. Audience: Adults, Seniors
Sensory Storytime (children and their families)
Children with special needs or disabilities: This special program series will give your child an opportunity to practice their communication, social, and participation skills. Books geared towards a preschool-early elementary –age audience. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Family Storytime (all ages)
Registration at the door for the first 20 children: Children enjoy favorite stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skills. Help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Stories will be geared toward a 2-5 year olds audience. 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)
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
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 reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. For ages birth - 5 year. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers
Preschool Storytime (ages 3 to 5)
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)
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)
Sensory Storytime (children and their families)
Children with special needs or disabilities: This special program series will give your child an opportunity to practice their communication, social, and participation skills. Books geared towards a preschool-early elementary –age audience. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers, 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
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