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University City Regional: Programs & Events Listings


The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 8/1/2012 to 9/15/2012.

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Program Types: (choose a type to jump to list of programs)
Books/Literature/Writing     Computer Skills/Technology     Education Support     En Español     Gaming     Holiday     Jobs/Careers     Movies/Films     Special Events/Festivals     Storytime     


Books/Literature/Writingback to top

End of Adult Summer Reading Party
As a thank you to all the UC participants of the Adult Summer Reading program please stop by for a snack, register to win prizes, add any final reading time to your account, and as always find a good book to read. Audience: Adults

Lifelong Learners Book Club
The Lifelong Learners Book Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. to discuss recent non-fiction of general interest. Audience: Adults

Computer Skills/Technologyback to top

Computer Basics
Get a basic overview of computer terms & concepts and learn the basics of using a computer, keyboard, and mouse in this class for adults with little or no previous computer experience. Audience: Adults

Education Supportback to top

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

Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Afternoon Adventures: Origami
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be origami! Audience: Elementary (5-11)

En Españolback to top

Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
A Spanish Baby storytime: It introduces Spanish language songs, rhymes and books in order to foster a love for reading from a young age. Una hora de cuentos para recien nacidos a 2 en español que promueve la lectura a los mas pequeños. Audience: Babies (0-17 months), Toddlers (18-35 months), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Gamingback to top

Learn, Quest, Play: Video Gaming
Teamwork, problem solving, and critical thinking have never been so much fun. Join your peers to develop your skills and engage with the library on a whole new level. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Holidayback to top

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

Jobs/Careersback to top

Resume & Job Search Assistance
One-on-one sessions for resume help and assistance with job search strategies. Please bring a printed copy of current or partial resume. No advance registration required. Sign in at Reference Desk at 5:15 p.m. Audience: Adults

Movies/Filmsback to top

From Page to Screen
Join us to watch a great movie based on an award winning book--this week, we'll watch Alice in Wonderland! Audience: Elementary (5-11)

Teen Afternoon Movie: Wrath of the Titans
Teens, stop by University City Library and watch the action packed follow up to Wrath of the Titans. Hang out with other teens and enjoy some snacks. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Teen Afternoon Movie: The Hunger Games
Teens come to the library and watch the movie adaptation of the bestelling book The Hunger Games. Hang out with other teens and enjoy some snacks. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Special Events/Festivalsback to top

Summer Reading Finale
Celebrate all of your reading accomplishments over the summer by collecting your incentives and enjoying a special presentation by the Carolina Raptors Center as well as a fun puppet show! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Own the Night: End of Teen Summer Reading Extravaganza!!
Teens come celebrate the end of Teen Summer Reading and your great reading accomplishments. Enjoy video gaming, make a video book review, enjoy snacks and drinks and have some fun. Audience: Teens (12-18)

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)

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

Baby Storytime
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)

Tiny Tots Storytime
Stories, music and movement for tiny tots (ages 18 to 23 months). Storytime is designed to develop language, listening and coordination skills. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months)

Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
A Spanish Baby storytime: It introduces Spanish language songs, rhymes and books in order to foster a love for reading from a young age. Una hora de cuentos para recien nacidos a 2 en español que promueve la lectura a los mas pequeños. Audience: Babies (0-17 months), Toddlers (18-35 months), Family/Youth & Caregivers

Family Storytime: Pajama Party
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. Pajamas are welcome attire! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

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)