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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 8/19/2012 to 10/3/2012.

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Books/Literature/Writing     Computer Skills/Technology     Education Support     Holiday     Jobs/Careers     Movies/Films     Senior Living     Sensory Programs     Special Events/Festivals     Storytime     


Books/Literature/Writingback to top

An Afternoon With Agatha Christie: Books into Movies
Spend an afternoon with Dame Agatha Christie! Read her book, "Murder on the Orient Express", discuss the book and then watch the movie of the same name... Audience participation, refreshments offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors

The American Decades of the 20th Century...and Beyond
Part 1: 1900-1939, "A Time For Change" Take a stroll through this presentation through the early years of this century in history/politics/culture/science/literature & the arts. Informative and fun, refreshments will be offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Writing Workshop
Join Cyndy Etler for a writing workshop and learn how to write a memoir. Audience: Teens (12-18)

  • 9/8/2012 at 10:00 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.

CANCELLED: School Age Stories: Book Nuts!
Children will listen to stories chosen specifically to hold their interest, while improving literacy and critical thinking skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

The American Decades of the 20th Century. Part 2, 1940-1969, War & Turbulence
Join us for a fun and lively presentation of the decades from WWII to the Vietnam War in history/politics/culture/literature and the arts. Informative and educational; refreshments will be offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Far Horizons Non-Fiction Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion of the most popular books in Non-fiction: history, nature, health, current events, science and biographies/memoirs. BOOK: "The Woman Who Wasn't There" by Robin Fisher. Refreshments served . Audience: Adults, Seniors

The American Decades of the 20th Century...and Beyond
Part 3, 1970-2001 "The Times THey Are A-Changin' Join us for a lively presentation of the years after Vietnam to the tragic day of 9/11 in our nation's history/politics/culture/science/literature & the arts. Fun and informative; refreshments served. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Book Club for Teens: The Literati
Join the Literati on the last Tuesday of each month at 4:30 pm. New members are welcome! The book club selection for September is "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman. Audience: 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

Computer Skills/Technologyback to top

Internet 101: Navigating through the 'Net'
Come join us for this class on what the Internet is, & how it works. Then learn how to navigate using Google's search engine, hyperlinks, multi-media, how to maximize your Internet search ablities & all the point & clicks for fun and info! Audience: Adults, Seniors

Microsoft WORD I, Basics
Join us for a class in the Basics of Microsoft's WORD . Learn how to create word processing, and using formatting features such as BOLD, italicize, underlining, paragraphs, indent, inserting symbols, alignment, etc... Audience: Adults, Seniors

Computer Basics: Everything You Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask!
Come join us for "Computer Basics." This class is designed for the novice or the blooming beginner! We will discuss the parts of the PC, how to use the mouse and keyboard, and computer terms...more! 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

Education Supportback to top

Library Orientation: High School
Take a guided tour of the library and learn about the resources that are available to you for school and for fun! Audience: Teens (12-18)

Library Orientation: Elementary School
Take a guided tour of the library and learn about the resources that are available to you for school and for fun! Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Library Orientation: Middle School
Take a guided tour of the library and learn about the resources that are available to you for school and for fun! Audience: Teens (12-18)

Holidayback to top

Labor Day Holiday-Libraries Closed
Libraries Closed Audience: Adults, Family/Youth & Caregivers

Jobs/Careersback to top

CANCELLED: Getting a Job 101: exploreWork with Randstad US
This 7 part workshop, presented by Joey Paquette & Andrea Segraves of Randstad US, will teach you how to create a resume, search and apply for jobs, and prepare for your dream career. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Movies/Filmsback to top

An Afternoon With Agatha Christie: Books into Movies
Spend an afternoon with Dame Agatha Christie! Read her book, "Murder on the Orient Express", discuss the book and then watch the movie of the same name... Audience participation, refreshments offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors

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

Senior Livingback to top

An Afternoon With Agatha Christie: Books into Movies
Spend an afternoon with Dame Agatha Christie! Read her book, "Murder on the Orient Express", discuss the book and then watch the movie of the same name... Audience participation, refreshments offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors

The American Decades of the 20th Century...and Beyond
Part 1: 1900-1939, "A Time For Change" Take a stroll through this presentation through the early years of this century in history/politics/culture/science/literature & the arts. Informative and fun, refreshments will be offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

The American Decades of the 20th Century. Part 2, 1940-1969, War & Turbulence
Join us for a fun and lively presentation of the decades from WWII to the Vietnam War in history/politics/culture/literature and the arts. Informative and educational; refreshments will be offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

The American Decades of the 20th Century...and Beyond
Part 3, 1970-2001 "The Times THey Are A-Changin' Join us for a lively presentation of the years after Vietnam to the tragic day of 9/11 in our nation's history/politics/culture/science/literature & the arts. Fun and informative; refreshments served. Audience: Adults, Seniors, 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 Programsback to top

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 age. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Special Events/Festivalsback to top

The American Decades of the 20th Century...and Beyond
Part 1: 1900-1939, "A Time For Change" Take a stroll through this presentation through the early years of this century in history/politics/culture/science/literature & the arts. Informative and fun, refreshments will be offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Writing Workshop
Join Cyndy Etler for a writing workshop and learn how to write a memoir. Audience: Teens (12-18)

  • 9/8/2012 at 10:00 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.

The American Decades of the 20th Century. Part 2, 1940-1969, War & Turbulence
Join us for a fun and lively presentation of the decades from WWII to the Vietnam War in history/politics/culture/literature and the arts. Informative and educational; refreshments will be offered. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

The American Decades of the 20th Century...and Beyond
Part 3, 1970-2001 "The Times THey Are A-Changin' Join us for a lively presentation of the years after Vietnam to the tragic day of 9/11 in our nation's history/politics/culture/science/literature & the arts. Fun and informative; refreshments served. Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Storytimeback to top

Toddler Storytime (18 months to 35 months)
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)

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)

Baby Storytime (birth to 17 months)
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. New sights and sounds are shared with a parent/caregiver through books, songs, and rhymes. Audience: Babies (0-17 months)

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)

CANCELLED: School Age Stories: Book Nuts!
Children will listen to stories chosen specifically to hold their interest, while improving literacy and critical thinking skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11)

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

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 age. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and build confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Register for a 15 minute appointment between 10:30-12pm. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers

  • 9/29/2012 at 10:30 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.
  • 9/29/2012 at 10:45 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.
  • 9/29/2012 at 11:00 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.
  • 9/29/2012 at 11:15 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.
  • 9/29/2012 at 11:30 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.
  • 9/29/2012 at 11:45 AM: Matthews    Learn More | We're sorry, this event is currently full.