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Morrison 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     Early Literacy Workshop     Education Support     Gaming     Holiday     Movies/Films     Multicultural     Performance/Dance/Music     Special Events/Festivals     Storytime     


Books/Literature/Writingback to top

Book Ends Book Club
This book club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 10:30. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Dance a Story: The Little Mermaid
Children will explore classic stories and characters through movement and dance at this event presented by the North Carolina Dance Theatre. For ages 3-8. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)

Anime Club
Join the J Club for discussion, movie or art on anime, manga and Japanese culture. For ages 12 - 18. Every first and third Thursdays of the month starting Thursday, June 21 - August 2 Audience: Teens (12-18)

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

Book Ends Book Club
This book club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 10:30. This week we will discuss The Mystery of Edwin Drood by Charles Dickens. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Life Affirmations Through Memoir Writing
Author and founder of the Rasberrirose Foundation, DeVondia Roseborough will discuss the emotional and technical processes of writing her memoir. She will also share her inspiring true story of living with AIDS. ASR12 Audience: Adults, Seniors

Murder by the Book
This book club meets every fourth Wednesday of the month to discuss murder mystery novels. This month we are discussing Bones by Jonathan Kellerman. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Computer Skills/Technologyback to top

Robotics Club
Come join us and learn how to design, build and program robots using LEGO Mindstorms. All skill levels welcome! For ages 11 - 18. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Computer Basics
Learn computer parts, terms and concepts, plus how to hold, move, click and double-click a mouse. Get hands-on experience with a mouse and keyboard. If you are uncomfortable using a computer and mouse, this is the class for you. Audience: Adults, Seniors

1 on 1 eReader Training
Want to learn how to borrow eBooks for your eReader or laptop? Sign up for one-on-one training. Bring your device or use our Nook and Kindle: we’ll show you how to find, check out and download books from our digital collection. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Excel Basics
Learn how to create, edit, and save a basic spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel 2007. This class is designed for adults who have no experience with Excel.  Audience: Adults, Seniors

Internet Basics
Ready to surf the Web? The class will teach you to access, navigate, and print a website. It also covers techniques for finding information on the Internet. adults with little or no Internet experience. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Google: Beyond the Simple Search
In a one-on-one tutoring session learn how to improve your skills using Google to search for text, images, or topics on the Internet. Registration required: (704) 416-5431 Audience: Adults

Email Tutoring
Want to start an email account or do you have questions about how to use your current email account? Sit down with our technology tutor for a one on one session and we'll get you on the right track. Audience: Adults, Seniors

Early Literacy Workshopback to top

Parent/Child Workshop: Fun with Letters
This workshop presents the five early literacy practices, along with interactive activities that parents and caregivers can use to help their children learn letter names and sounds. Come prepared to play and learn together with your child. Ages 2-5. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Toddlers (18-35 months)

Education Supportback to top

Chess Club
Whether you are a beginner interested in learning how to play, or a chess master, come and join! All skill level welcome! Instruction will be provided by experienced teenage chess players. For ages 11 - 18. Audience: Teens (12-18)

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

Gamingback to top

Chess Club
Whether you are a beginner interested in learning how to play, or a chess master, come and join! All skill level welcome! Instruction will be provided by experienced teenage chess players. For ages 11 - 18. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Robotics Club
Come join us and learn how to design, build and program robots using LEGO Mindstorms. All skill levels welcome! For ages 11 - 18. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Holidayback to top

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

Movies/Filmsback to top

Anime Club
Join the J Club for discussion, movie or art on anime, manga and Japanese culture. For ages 12 - 18. Every first and third Thursdays of the month starting Thursday, June 21 - August 2 Audience: Teens (12-18)

Multiculturalback to top

Anime Club
Join the J Club for discussion, movie or art on anime, manga and Japanese culture. For ages 12 - 18. Every first and third Thursdays of the month starting Thursday, June 21 - August 2 Audience: Teens (12-18)

Performance/Dance/Musicback to top

Dance a Story: The Little Mermaid
Children will explore classic stories and characters through movement and dance at this event presented by the North Carolina Dance Theatre. For ages 3-8. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)

Summer Reading Finale: Free Concert!
Enjoy a free outdoor concert with the fabulous Plaza Family Band! Bring a picnic blanket and snacks. Ice cream will be served. This will be a great time to pick up your final Summer Reading prizes and celebrate reaching your goal! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Special Events/Festivalsback to top

Summer Reading Finale: Free Concert!
Enjoy a free outdoor concert with the fabulous Plaza Family Band! Bring a picnic blanket and snacks. Ice cream will be served. This will be a great time to pick up your final Summer Reading prizes and celebrate reaching your goal! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Storytimeback to top

Dance a Story: The Little Mermaid
Children will explore classic stories and characters through movement and dance at this event presented by the North Carolina Dance Theatre. For ages 3-8. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)

Tiny Tots Storytime
Stories, music and movement for tiny tots. Storytime is designed to develop language, listening and coordination skills. For ages 18 to 24 months with a parent or caregiver. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months)

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. For ages 2-5. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers

Two Time Storytime
Two-year-olds will enjoy their own storytime experience to encourage language development, listening and social skills. For ages 24-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Audience: Toddlers (18-35 months)

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. For ages birth to 17 months. Audience: Babies (0-17 months)

Preschool Storytime: Just for Me
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. This storytime is for ages 3-5 without a parent or caregiver. Audience: Preschool (3-5)