Programs & Events Listings
The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 2/22/2013 to 2/22/2013.
Community Service Project: Book Repair Workshop
Being involved in the community is a great way to make connections and build your leadership skills. Support your local library; join us for a book repair workshop to extend the life of library items. Sign up online or just show up. (Monthly) Audience: Teens (12-18)
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
1-on-1 eReader Training
Want to learn how to borrow eBooks for your eReader, tablet, Smartphone or laptop? Sign up 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
Books Into Movies: An Afternoon with Emily Bronte
Come to another Books into Movies - Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights." Watch a Powerpoint on the author's life & books,then watch the 1939 Oscar-movie starring Merle Oberon & Laurence Olivier, as the ill-fated Cathy & Heathcliff. Refreshments. Audience: Adults, Seniors, 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)
Introduction to Finding Funders
Learn how to get started using Foundation Directory Online to find potential private foundation funders for your nonprofit. Please phone 704-416-0128 or email ltowery@cmlibrary.org with questions or to register.
Audience: Adults
Internet Basics
Learn how to surf the Web. This workshop will cover how to access, navigate, and print a web site; and will demonstrate some basic techniques for finding information on the Internet. Audience: Adults
1-on-1 eReader Training
Want to learn how to borrow eBooks for your eReader, tablet, Smartphone or laptop? Sign up 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
Excel Basics - Part 2
After a review of Excel, we'll discuss writing formulas, modifying a spreadsheet, and creating charts and graphs. Registration required. Audience: Adults
Microsoft Excel Basics
Create a simple worksheet using Microsoft Excel. Participants must be comfortable with working in the Windows environment. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word is helpful. Audience: Adults
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)
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
Learn, Quest, Play: Video Gaming
Develop literacy, critical thinking and teamwork skills with video games. Audience: Teens (12-18), Preteen (8-11)
Yoga Storytime with Karey Tom
Children enjoy stories together with fun and easy yoga moves. Discover how movement can bring stories to life in new ways. This program is led by a certified yoga instructor Karey Tom. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers
Books Into Movies: An Afternoon with Emily Bronte
Come to another Books into Movies - Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights." Watch a Powerpoint on the author's life & books,then watch the 1939 Oscar-movie starring Merle Oberon & Laurence Olivier, as the ill-fated Cathy & Heathcliff. Refreshments. Audience: Adults, Seniors, 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)
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)
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)
Books Into Movies: An Afternoon with Emily Bronte
Come to another Books into Movies - Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights." Watch a Powerpoint on the author's life & books,then watch the 1939 Oscar-movie starring Merle Oberon & Laurence Olivier, as the ill-fated Cathy & Heathcliff. Refreshments. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)
Yoga Storytime with Karey Tom
Children enjoy stories together with fun and easy yoga moves. Discover how movement can bring stories to life in new ways. This program is led by a certified yoga instructor Karey Tom. 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)
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
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