LIBRARY STATION BRANCH PROGRAMS

Monday, September 6, 2010

  • Labor Day
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    All libraries will be closed Monday, September 6, for Labor Day.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Essential Computer Skills
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Make sure you have the mouse, keyboard and word processing skills you need to effectively function in today's technology-based society. Brush up on your computing skills and get familiar with Windows desktop functions. Learn the basics of word processing using Microsoft Word, including entering and editing text, formatting, opening and saving documents, printing and where to go for help. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts August 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts August 01; call 865-1340.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

  • Chatting up the Books
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    "Absolute Power" by David Baldacci.

Friday, September 10, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.
  • 'Tween Town
    6:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
    We're opening up the Storyhour Room just for 'tweens! Enjoy Wii, Dance-Dance Revolution, American Idol Karaoke Revolution and Rock Band. Play board games or just hang out with your friends.

Monday, September 13, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Internet Browsing, Searching & Communicating
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to navigate the Internet using the browser's menus and toolbars. Access Web sites by typing in a Web address or by using search engines, directories and other starting points. Learn how to register for and use free Web-based e-mail services and find out about other methods of online communication. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts August 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts August 01; call 865-1340.

Friday, September 17, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

  • Sunday Sounds
    2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    Rock Concert at the Station. A variety of bands will rock the Station with fast-paced children's songs, rock and pop music. Refreshments provided by Panera Bread.

Monday, September 20, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Building Job-Winning Resumes
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to create a resume that will get the results you want. This session will cover how to use resume software and/or templates and provide resume tips and some winning examples. Complete a resume during the session. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required and basic Microsoft Word skills are recommended.
    Registration starts August 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts August 01; call 865-1340.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

  • Bite into Books
    12:30 pm to 1:30 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Bring a sack lunch and visit with others about the current read. "The Bridges of Madison County" by Robert James Waller.

Friday, September 24, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Saturday, September 25, 2010

  • Welcome to America Curious George
    11:00 am to 11:30 am in the story hour room for ages 2-6.
    Seventy years ago, Margret and H.A. Rey brought Curious George to America. Celebrate his arrival with stories about Curious George and all sorts of other monkey business.

Monday, September 27, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    5:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts August 01; call 865-1340.

Friday, October 1, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Saturday, October 2, 2010

  • Health and Wellness Information Sessions
    2:00 pm to 4:15 pm in the Santa Fe room
    Drop by any one or more of the health and wellness sessions to learn how to find information on important health care topics including drugs and supplements, nutrition, senior heath, health videos, symptoms and diseases. Made possible by a grant from the Smith-Glynn-Callaway Medical Foundation.
  • Health & Wellness Information Booth
    2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
    Learn to find the answers you need. Staff will show you how to navigate Library resources to find the health answers you seek. Made possible by a grant from the Smith-Glynn-Callaway Medical Foundation.

Monday, October 4, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Essential Computer Skills
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Make sure you have the mouse, keyboard and word processing skills you need to effectively function in today's technology-based society. Brush up on your computing skills and get familiar with Windows desktop functions. Learn the basics of word processing using Microsoft Word, including entering and editing text, formatting, opening and saving documents, printing and where to go for help. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts September 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts September 01; call 865-1340.

Friday, October 8, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.
  • 'Tween Town
    6:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
    We're opening up the Storyhour Room just for 'tweens! Enjoy Wii, Dance-Dance Revolution, American Idol Karaoke Revolution and Rock Band. Play board games or just hang out with your friends.

Monday, October 11, 2010

  • Staff Training

    All libraries will be closed Monday, October 11, for Staff Training.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Internet Browsing, Searching & Communicating
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to navigate the Internet using the browser's menus and toolbars. Access Web sites by typing in a Web address or by using search engines, directories and other starting points. Learn how to register for and use free Web-based e-mail services and find out about other methods of online communication. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts September 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts September 01; call 865-1340.
  • Library Station Blood Drive
    4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
    You may be eligible to help someone else with the gift of blood. Stop by the Library Station during this Community Blood Center blood drive.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

  • Chatting up the Books
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
    Read a craft book of your choice and bring in an item made from the book.

Friday, October 15, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

  • Sunday Sounds
    2:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    Light of Home. Known for their great harmony, this band will play contemporary and traditional bluegrass. Refreshments provided by Panera Bread.

Monday, October 18, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Building Job-Winning Resumes
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to create a resume that will get the results you want. This session will cover how to use resume software and/or templates and provide resume tips and some winning examples. Complete a resume during the session. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required and basic Microsoft Word skills are recommended.
    Registration starts September 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts September 01; call 865-1340.

Friday, October 22, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Monday, October 25, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    5:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts September 01; call 865-1340.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

  • Bite into Books
    12:30 pm to 1:30 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Bring a sack lunch and visit with other about the current read. "Jurassic Park" by Michael Crichton.

Friday, October 29, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

  • Trick-or-Treat Parade
    11:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Frisco room for ages 2-6.
    Get your costumes on and come to the Library for a storytime that's a little spooky, but a lot of fun, and go on a trick-or-treat parade through the Library!

Monday, November 1, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Essential Computer Skills
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Make sure you have the mouse, keyboard and word processing skills you need to effectively function in today's technology-based society. Brush up on your computing skills and get familiar with Windows desktop functions. Learn the basics of word processing using Microsoft Word, including entering and editing text, formatting, opening and saving documents, printing and where to go for help. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts October 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts October 01; call 865-1340.

Friday, November 5, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Monday, November 8, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Internet Browsing, Searching & Communicating
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to navigate the Internet using the browser's menus and toolbars. Access Web sites by typing in a Web address or by using search engines, directories and other starting points. Learn how to register for and use free Web-based e-mail services and find out about other methods of online communication. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts October 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts October 01; call 865-1340.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

  • Veterans Day

    All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 11, for Veterans Day.

Friday, November 12, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • 'Tween Town
    6:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
    We're opening up the Storyhour Room just for 'tweens! Enjoy Wii, Dance-Dance Revolution, American Idol Karaoke Revolution and Rock Band. Play board games or just hang out with your friends.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Monday, November 15, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    5:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts October 01; call 865-1340.

Friday, November 19, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prerare their children for learning to read.
  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

  • Thanksgiving on Sunday
    2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Travel back in time like the characters from the popular Magic Tree House books to experience Colonial America and play games such as Naughts & Crosses and Hubbub. Put together a miniature replica of the Mayflower and try your hand at sailing it to Plymouth Rock. Plus, learn to talk like a pilgrim, make homemade butter, master some of the period's most challenging tongue twisters and engage in a variety of other activities from Colonial days.
  • Sunday Sounds
    2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    Christmas Show. Enjoy holiday music with a touch of bluegrass from Route 66 at 2 p.m. and Southern Raised at 3 p.m. Refreshments provided by Panera Bread.

Monday, November 22, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am to 10:30 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and use play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Building Job-Winning Resumes
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to create a resume that will get the results you want. This session will cover how to use resume software and/or templates and provide resume tips and some winning examples. Complete a resume during the session. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required and basic Microsoft Word skills are recommended.
    Registration starts October 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts October 01; call 865-1340.

Thursday, November 25, 2010

  • Thanksgiving Day
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    All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 25, for Thanksgiving.

Friday, November 26, 2010

  • This Friday
    6:00 pm to 7:45 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    There’s always something happening on Fridays for teens at the Library Station. Maybe we’ll try out new table-top games created by library teens, or play some contemporary classics like Memoir '44, Apples to Apples or Kill Dr. Lucky. There could be a computer workshop featuring free software, or maybe you’ll get a shot at the Station's Trivia Title. You might even take the lead role in the sock-puppet parody of your favorite YA novel.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Essential Computer Skills
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Make sure you have the mouse, keyboard and word processing skills you need to effectively function in today's technology-based society. Brush up on your computing skills and get familiar with Windows desktop functions. Learn the basics of word processing using Microsoft Word, including entering and editing text, formatting, opening and saving documents, printing and where to go for help. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts November 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts November 01; call 865-1340.

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Internet Browsing, Searching & Communicating
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to navigate the Internet using the browser's menus and toolbars. Access Web sites by typing in a Web address or by using search engines, directories and other starting points. Learn how to register for and use free Web-based e-mail services and find out about other methods of online communication. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is recommended.
    Registration starts November 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts November 01; call 865-1340.

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Building Job-Winning Resumes
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn how to create a resume that will get the results you want. This session will cover how to use resume software and/or templates and provide resume tips and some winning examples. Complete a resume during the session. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required and basic Microsoft Word skills are recommended.
    Registration starts November 01; call 865-1340.
  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts November 01; call 865-1340.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

  • EDGE to the Rescue: Learn It! Write It! Find It!
    5:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    Learn or update your software skills, write a resume, find job opportunities online, complete online application and learn how to research a company. Experience using a mouse and keyboard is required.
    Registration starts November 01; call 865-1340.

Friday, December 24, 2010

  • Christmas Holiday
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    All libraries will be closed Friday, December 24, and Saturday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday.

Saturday, December 25, 2010

  • Christmas Day

    All libraries will be closed Saturday, December 25, for Christmas Day.

Friday, December 31, 2010

  • New Year's Eve & Day

    All libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, December 31, for New Year's Eve and will remain closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.

Saturday, January 1, 2011

  • New Year's Day

    All libraries will be closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.

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