Programs & Events Listings
The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 2/9/2013 to 2/9/2013.
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
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: Hunter
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This afternoon the theme will be Valentine's Day. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Lit Lite!
Join us in this exciting new book club to read and discuss literary books under 300 pages. This meets second Sat. of every month. Our selection this month is Guernesy Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. Audience: Adults, Seniors
VITA Income Tax Preparation
Saturday Volunteer Income Tax Preparation is walk-in, first-come-first-serve. Bring all necessary documents. 2/16/2013 is located in Job Help Center smaller computer lab. 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
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)
Community Service Saturdays
Being involved in the community is a great way to make connections and build your leadership skills.
Ages 10-13 Audience: Preteen (8-11), Preteen (8-11)
PAWS to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
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: Hunter
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Cultural Exploration: Chinese New Year
Join us as we celebrate Chinese New Year ( This program will include stories,crafts and literacy activities) Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers
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
Learn, Quest, Play: Giant Tumble Tower
Use strategy and teamwork skills to play this jenga-like game
Audience: Teens (12-18)
Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This afternoon the theme will be Valentine's Day. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Community Service Saturdays
Being involved in the community is a great way to make connections and build your leadership skills.
Ages 10-13 Audience: Preteen (8-11), Preteen (8-11)
Black History Month Film Series: FEBRUARY ONE
This film documents the lunch counter "sit-ins" that took place in Greensboro during the early 1960s. The sit-ins served as a blueprint for the non-violent civil rights protests that swept across the South in the early 1960s. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)
Teen Afternoon Movie: Brave
Stop by and join us for an afternoon flick. Hang out with other teens and enjoy some snacks.
Audience: Teens (12-18)
Teen Anime Club
Join us in exploring Japanese culture and media awareness with teen anime enthusiasts. The Anime Club is a group of fans, ages 12-18, who gather in the library every three weeks to watch, discuss, and draw anime. New members are welcome! Audience: Teens (12-18)
Cultural Exploration: Chinese New Year
Join us as we celebrate Chinese New Year ( This program will include stories,crafts and literacy activities) Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers
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)
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)
Cultural Exploration: Chinese New Year
Join us as we celebrate Chinese New Year ( This program will include stories,crafts and literacy activities) 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
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)
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)
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