Past events

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March 21, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Do something fun and different with others every Wednesday! Appropriate for grades 6-12. No registration required.

  • April 4: Hula Hoops – Make your own hula hoop, then boogie down!
  • April 11: Kinect! – Practice your dance moves and play fun Xbox Kinect games with others.
  • April 18: Merfolk Jewelry – Learn how to create ocean-themed jewelry.
  • April 25: Tea Tasting – Experience teas from around the world and have fun hanging out.
Age: 
Teen
March 21, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Do you draw? Like to write? Making a film? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then the Creation Space is the place for you. We provide a quiet space to create – no grades and no judgment. Share if you wish, or keep you work to yourself. Any way is good. So please stop by and join the fun. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
March 21, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Learn how to cook something new, simple and delicious. We’ll provide the recipe and ingredients – all you need to bring along is your appetite. Grades 6-12 welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
March 21, 2012 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
March 21, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
March 21, 2012 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
Mar 21 2012

Join us for a morning of silly songs and colorful books. Appropriate for ages birth-2. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
March 21, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

We want your 3-5 year-old to be dazzled and intrigued by this program that features numerous activities for you to do together. The theme for May is “Reading & Writing,” so you’ll have lots of chances to play with letters and sounds. Due to the nature of this program, it is reserved for 3-5-year-olds with an adult, only. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
March 21, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
March 20, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Each week features a different activity for families with children and teens of all ages. Join us in the program space downstairs for culinary, creative and technological fun. All ages welcome.

  • April 3: Bingo for Books – Bingo! Come join us to play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books and other treats from our varied collection for all ages.
  • April 10: Cup-Stacking – Have a lot of fun by strengthening your coordination and ambidexterity. Practice or compete in this fast-paced sport that’s all the rage.
  • April 17: Family Painting – Local artist Brooke will teach you how to create their very own piece of artwork on canvas.
  • April 24: Microwave Cooking – Snack on a newly concocted creation and learn a simple recipe that you can try at home.
Age: 
Family
March 20, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Use Microsoft PowerPoint and Publisher to create professional presentations and documents. Participants will learn the basics of these two powerful software products and get hands-on experience with presentation and publication creation and editing. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
Mar 20 2012

Let your imagination soar through music in a 45-minute concert by recording artist Katherine Dines and her award-winning story songs, zany props, musical instruments from around the world, and plenty of audience participation. No registration required.

Age: 
Children, Family
March 20, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

We’ll have crafts, games, the Wii or Xbox Kinect for children to play. It’s a chance to hang out with your friends every week. Appropriate for elementary-school-aged children. No registration required.

Age: 
Children
March 20, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Do you like to do crafts? If you’re in 4th-6th grade, come by the library after school and make a craft. Learn how to do some special pop-up cards just in time for Valentine’s Day. Each time we’ll make something different and fun. All materials will be supplied, so all you need to bring is your creativity. No registration required.

Age: 
Children
March 20, 2012 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

The Memory Palace by Mira Bartok follows the heartbreaking story of a mentally ill mom and how her daughters have loved, left and returned to care for her in her last days. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
Mar 20 2012

Join Ms. Rene for a great time in this program for 3-6-year-olds who love to dance, sing and have a good time. We’ll play games, use easy musical instruments, shake beanbags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving!

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
March 20, 2012 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am

Spend time with your preschooler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
Mar 20 2012

A new way to explore early literacy! This drop-in program is for children through 6 years old and their parents. Six different centers will be set up reflecting one of each of the early literacy skills. Centers may include books, hands-on activities, crafts or music. Participants will be gathered together two times during the hour to do a group movement or story activity. This is a new and exciting way to create the path to lifelong learning.

Age: 
Children
March 20, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Wondering what to do with your pictures on your digital camera? Organize them on your computer in folders and see how to put pictures onto a website like Picasa, Flickr or Facebook to share with friends and family. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
March 20, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Come with your little one (18 months-4 years) to enjoy one or all of our interactive play stations. We provide a place for you to have a “play date” at our house! No registration required.

Age: 
Children
March 19, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Children can wear their pajamas and bring their favorite blanket for this storytime suitable for all ages. Perfect for working parents! No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children, Family
March 19, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

This beginner’s class for adults will be taught in a creative, whole-brain learning method using various study guides and audio-visual materials. Classes will be led by Aracely Henton, who conducted individual instruction at Language World, Inc. in California. Also, attendance is encouraged at the corresponding study group held on March 8, 15 and 22 (see the calendar for separate listings). Space is limited, registration required.

Age: 
Adult
Mar 19 2012

Time to bring the music to the library! We’ll jam to songs from the Wii Rock Band game. Take turns playing guitar, drums, or singing songs. Snacks will be provided. This program is for students in grades 6-12. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
March 19, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Ever wonder about the whizzing and whirring noises that are coming from your computer? Want to take a look at the guts of the computer and identify the different parts? Come to this class to start learning the basics of opening up a computer and dismantling it completely. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
March 19, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Are you frustrated and feeling isolated as a job hunter? Join a supportive, networking, and skills-sharing weekly meeting. All career changers are welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult
March 19, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children, Family
March 19, 2012 - 9:45 am to 10:30 am

Calling all babies 12 months and younger! Come enjoy a play date in a space with our youngest Anythinkers in mind. Soft crawling pillows and toys, foam flooring, and gentle music will set the tone for you and your baby to enjoy each other and other caregivers. To make an inviting space for the babies, we want to limit it to 12 months and younger only, please. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
March 19, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
March 17, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Be a kid again! On the third Saturday of every month, we host a Family Fun Saturday with an activity and snacks. This Saturday we’ll be playing indoor bowling. Plus, don’t forget to dress up in a St. Patrick’s Day-related costume. There will be prizes for the team with the best costume and for the team with the highest score. Space is limited, so please register your team at the front desk.

Age: 
Children, Family
March 15, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

This beginner’s class for adults will be taught in a creative, whole-brain learning method using various study guides and audio-visual materials. Classes will be led by Aracely Henton, who conducted individual instruction at Language World, Inc. in California. Also, attendance is encouraged at the corresponding study group held on March 8, 15 and 22 (see the calendar for separate listings). Space is limited, registration required.

Age: 
Adult
March 15, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:20 am

Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
March 15, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
Mar 14 2012

Creativity reigns with each new weekly arts and crafts project. There will be a special chick-related craft on April 25. All ages welcome.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
March 14, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Do something fun and different with others every Wednesday! Appropriate for grades 6-12. No registration required.

  • April 4: Hula Hoops – Make your own hula hoop, then boogie down!
  • April 11: Kinect! – Practice your dance moves and play fun Xbox Kinect games with others.
  • April 18: Merfolk Jewelry – Learn how to create ocean-themed jewelry.
  • April 25: Tea Tasting – Experience teas from around the world and have fun hanging out.
Age: 
Teen
March 14, 2012 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children

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