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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 2/15/2013 to 2/15/2013.

Program Types: (choose a type to jump to list of programs)
Books/Literature/Writing     Computer Skills/Technology     Ecology/Environment     Education Support     En Español     Gaming     Multicultural     Parent/Caregiver/Teacher Education     Storytime     


Books/Literature/Writingback to top

Literacy Activities
Children participate in a variety of self-directed literacy activites that support the five early literacy proactices as identified by the Every Child Ready to Read 2 program: talking ,singing, reading, writing, and playing Audience: Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers

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 websites for ebooks. Audience: Adults

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

Computer Skills/Technologyback to top

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 websites for ebooks. Audience: Adults

Ecology/Environmentback to top

City of Charlotte - Quality of Life Public Meeting
The meeting is being conducted by the City of Charlotte to familiarize area residents with the 2012 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Quality of Life Study. The study is a collection of economic, physical, environmental and social data that provides a snapshot of the health of our neighborhoods. The study is commonly used by residents, service providers, government agencies, real estate agents, and universities to help understand the dynamics of our neighborhoods. The study data also helps organizations develop programs and determine service delivery strategies to Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents. Audience: Adults

Education Supportback to top

Literacy Activities
Children participate in a variety of self-directed literacy activites that support the five early literacy proactices as identified by the Every Child Ready to Read 2 program: talking ,singing, reading, writing, and playing Audience: Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Homework Help
Students in grades k-12 can receive free homework help from Hands On Charlotte volunteers in one-on-one or group setting. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)

Teen Library Scavenger Hunt
How well do you know your library? Participate in a Library Resources Scavenger Hunt and learn more about your library and the variety of resources that are available to you. Prizes!!! Audience: Teens (12-18)

Spanish Now!
Learn basic Spanish for beginners while also touching on the history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries. Adults and teens welcome. No registration necessary. Contact Instructor for details. Audience: Adults, 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: Tyson
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog, Tyson. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

En Españolback to top

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

Gamingback to top

Learn, Quest, Play: Video Gaming
Develop literacy, critical thinking and teamwork skills with video games. Audience: Teens (12-18), Preteen (8-11)

Multiculturalback to top

Spanish Now!
Learn basic Spanish for beginners while also touching on the history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries. Adults and teens welcome. No registration necessary. Contact Instructor for details. Audience: Adults, Teens (12-18)

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)

Parent/Caregiver/Teacher Educationback to top

Literacy Activities
Children participate in a variety of self-directed literacy activites that support the five early literacy proactices as identified by the Every Child Ready to Read 2 program: talking ,singing, reading, writing, and playing Audience: Preschool (3-5), 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)

Storytimeback to top

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)

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) Audience: Preschool (3-5)

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

Sensory Storytime
Children practice their communication, social, and participation skills through books and activities. For children with disabilities or special needs and their families. Books are geared toward a preschool level. 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. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5), Toddlers (18-35 months)

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)

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