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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 2/16/2013 to 2/16/2013.

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

Between The Covers Adult Book Club
Please join us for this new book club to discuss the book Snow Flower And The Secret Fan by Lisa See. Copies of the book will be held for you to pick up at the front desk. Light refreshments will be served. Please register online or at the branch. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5), Preteen (8-11)

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

PreTeen Book Club
A book club for students in grades 3-6. Participants will discuss and share opinions on Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, by Mildred Taylor. Audience: Preteen (8-11)

Rookie Science
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Audience: Elementary (5-11) Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Let's Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War
Dr. Brian Jones, professor at Johnson C. Smith University, will facilitate this five-part reading and discussion series at the Matthews and Mint Hill Branches. Participants must call to pre-register and are encouraged to attend all the discussions. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Rookie Science
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Computer Skills/Technologyback to top

Access Basics
This class will provide a brief overview of what an Access database is and how it can be used for collecting and organizing information. Registration is required as is previous experience with MS Excel. Audience: Adults

Technology Tutor
One-on-one computer help sessions with a technology tutor. Topics covered include but are not limited to Microsoft Office, Internet, email and online applications. Sessions are 30 minutes. 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)

School Age Tutoring
Drop into the Children's Department and get help with elementary-level reading, math or homework from a trained Teen Tutor. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)

Operation College Launch: FAFSA Completion Workshop
Completing the Free Application for the Federal Student Aid can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Join us to complete the FAFSA form online with technical assistance from an expert. Bring your student and parent tax forms and W2 forms. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5), Preteen (8-11)

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

Operation College Launch: PSAT Understanding Your Score and Success Strategies
Participate in an actual Practice PSAT exam then attend the Learn How to Improve your Scores seminar to learn success secrets. Recommended for 8th-10th grade students. Registration is required as sessions fill up quickly. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Rookie Science
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Gamingback to top

Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games (1st to 5th grades)
Children in grades 1 to 5 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)

Wii U Gaming - Family Time
Families are invited to play the Nintendo Wii U during this time. Family members will actively participate in Wii U games that encourage cooperation, problem solving and critical thinking skills. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Genealogy/Historyback to top

Let's Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War
Dr. Brian Jones, professor at Johnson C. Smith University, will facilitate this five-part reading and discussion series at the Matthews and Mint Hill Branches. Participants must call to pre-register and are encouraged to attend all the discussions. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Movies/Filmsback to top

Social Issues: From Pain To Power (Love Speaks Out)
A program hosted by "Love Speaks Out" that focuses on teen dating violence. Come watch a short documentary and engage in meaningful discussion with a representative from the Women's Commision. Audience: 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)

Performance/Dance/Musicback to top

Musical Petting Zoo
The Musical Petting Zoo, presented by the Symphony Guild of Charlotte, brings real instruments to ImaginOn for children to try. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Special Events/Festivalsback to top

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5), Preteen (8-11)

Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games (1st to 5th grades)
Children in grades 1 to 5 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)

Musical Petting Zoo
The Musical Petting Zoo, presented by the Symphony Guild of Charlotte, brings real instruments to ImaginOn for children to try. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Discover and Discuss through Dance
An educational and entertaining experience and we explore the history of song, spoken word and dance in the African American Culture. Event will include performances from the dancers of the Oneaka Dance Company and the North Carolina Dance Theatre. Audience: Adults, Family/Youth & Caregivers, Teens (12-18)

Let's Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War
Dr. Brian Jones, professor at Johnson C. Smith University, will facilitate this five-part reading and discussion series at the Matthews and Mint Hill Branches. Participants must call to pre-register and are encouraged to attend all the discussions. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Carolina Be-Bop Kings
Come discover the music of jazz greats Dizzy Gillespie, John Coltrane, and Thelonius Monk and explore their North Carolina roots with Tyrone Jefferson, the director of A Sign Of the Times of the Carolinas. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Adults, Teens (12-18)

Rookie Science
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

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)

Sensory Storytime
Children practice their communication, social, and participation skills through books and activities. For children(ages 3-6) with disabilities or special needs and their families Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11)

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)

Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games (1st to 5th grades)
Children in grades 1 to 5 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)

Listen and Move
Children and parents will participate in stories, songs and movement activities that build both gross and fine motor skills, which children need to develop in order to read and write. Stories included in this high-energy storytime will focus on healthy living. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11)