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The Big Read 2010

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Several of our upcoming programs are listed below. View all programs by branch, audience, or subject by clicking the links at left.


Wednesday, March 17, 2010

  • Storytime
    Library Center
    9:30 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
    Fair Grove Branch Library
    10:00 am 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 prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    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
    Republic Branch Library
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    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
    Library Center
    10:15 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
    Library Center
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    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.
  • Brown Bag Travelogue
    Brentwood Branch Library
    12:00 pm in the meeting room for Adult.
    Puerto Rico: The Island of Enchantment. Join Debbie Ikerd for a journey through this colorful US territory.
  • St. Patty's Day Movie
    Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
    3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Celebrate St. Patty's Day by catching a movie (rated PG or under) in The Spot. We'll provide the popcorn!
  • Anime Alliance
    Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
    3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
    Love anime? Ally yourself with others to do improv, learn Japanese and, of course, watch anime.
  • Crafty 'Tweens
    Library Center
    4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
    'Tweens are crafty and need time to relax and create after school. Make some great swag and new friends; we'll provide materials, snacks and show you the coolest craft books. St. Patrick's Day Registration starts March 8; call 882-0714.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

  • Funding 101: Research and Writing Skills for Nonprofits
    Library Center
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Harrison room.
    Learn how to get background information on foundations using the Library's Funding Information Center and Internet resources, then find out how to break down the sections of a grant, address each one in detail and put them together in a readable "whole." Registration starts March 4; call 882-0714.
  • Trading Card Game Day
    Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
    3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Trading Card Gamers, bring your Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering or other TCGs to the Spot every Thursday to duel!
  • Acting Out @ The Library
    Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
    3:00 pm in the basement meeting room for grades 6-12.
    Can you think on your feet? Do you have acting or comedic talent? Try your hand at improv!
  • Armchair University: Exploring World Cultures
    Republic Branch Library
    4:00 pm.
    Travel lovers, history buffs and culture vultures will enjoy learning about the Library's history, biography and culture databases. Worldwide in scope, these databases cover ancient history to the present. Learn how to find maps, photographs, videos, slideshows and recipes from around the world. Registration starts March 9; call 732-7284.
  • Anime Afternoon
    Republic Branch Library
    4:30 pm for grades 6-12.
    Watch anime and talk about your favorite anime and manga while enjoying snacks.

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