Past events

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February 23, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Learn to use a crow quill to add form and volume to your illustrations. It doesn’t matter if your inspiration is cartooning, comics or fine art – the techniques learned will help improve your renderings. This class is for all skill levels; just bring your desire to be inspired and a reference of your choice to help influence you. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult
February 23, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Come play the Wii, Xbox Kinect or board games. Students in grades 6-12 welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
February 23, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Come to see the Anythink Huron Street’s stellar film and music submissions. Wear your best dress to walk down the red carpet and receive your prizes and awards. Teens and parents welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
Feb 23 2012

Find and release your inner mad scientist at this fun program where anything and everything science-y is possible. Appropriate for ages 11-14. No registration required.

Age: 
Family
February 23, 2012 - 11:00 am to 11:25 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
February 23, 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
Feb 22 2012

Visit the library today to play with lots and lots of Lego bricks! Can you make a tall rocket, or a car to race with? Kids through 5th grade welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Children
Feb 22 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
February 22, 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
February 22, 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
February 22, 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
Feb 22 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
February 22, 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
February 21, 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. No registration required.

  • Feb. 7: Bingo for Books – Join us and play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books from our varied collection for all ages.
  • Feb. 14: Oreo Pops – Make a tasty treat to give to a loved one, or to eat yourselves.
  • Feb. 21: Bottle Cap Craft – Use this small object that most consider trash to create a truly unique craft.
  • Feb. 28Pictionary – Let’s get together for this old-time favorite so we can participate in a little teamwork and a little friendly competition.
Age: 
Family
February 21, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Don’t be overwhelmed booking airline tickets, hotels, rental cars and restaurants. This interactive class will introduce you to the many free online resources to help you plan the perfect vacation. Intermediate Internet skills and an email address are required for this class. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult
February 21, 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
February 21, 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
Feb 21 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
Feb 21 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
February 21, 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
February 21, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Do you know how to surf? Tired of fishing? Get some tips on how to effectively surf the Internet. You will learn how to get better results from a search engine. The class requires participants to have basic computer skills such as how to use a mouse and keyboard. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Teen
February 20, 2012 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
February 20, 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
February 18, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Be a kid again! On the third Saturday of every month, we’ll be hosting a Family Fun Saturday with an activity and snacks. In February, come celebrate Black History month with us at the library. Join our special guest Jawana in creating crafts, and learn to dance to traditional African drum music.

Age: 
Family
Feb 18 2012

Come join us at the library for a morning of crocheting. Whether you’re an expert or just beginning, a teacher will be here to help guide you. Please bring your own materials. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
February 16, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Ready to take your job search online, but aren’t sure where to start? Take a résumé online and find all of the resources available when searching for a job. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult
February 16, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Learn to use a crow quill to add form and volume to your illustrations. It doesn’t matter if your inspiration is cartooning, comics or fine art – the techniques learned will help improve your renderings. This class is for all skill levels; just bring your desire to be inspired and a reference of your choice to help influence you. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult
Feb 16 2012

As our Valentine’s Day gift to you, join us at the library as Chef Ian, owner of the food entertainment company “The Inventing Room”, will delight participants with his molecular gastronomy. Watch him invent and sample his creations: ice cream frozen by liquid nitrogen, exploding whipped cream topping and homemade Pop Rocks. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
February 16, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Participants will learn email basics like sending an email and attaching files on a variety of free email platforms. Participants are encouraged to have an email address prior to this class. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
February 16, 2012 - 11:00 am to 11:25 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
February 16, 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
Feb 15 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
February 15, 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
February 15, 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
February 15, 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
Feb 15 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
February 15, 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
February 14, 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. No registration required.

  • Feb. 7: Bingo for Books – Join us and play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books from our varied collection for all ages.
  • Feb. 14: Oreo Pops – Make a tasty treat to give to a loved one, or to eat yourselves.
  • Feb. 21: Bottle Cap Craft – Use this small object that most consider trash to create a truly unique craft.
  • Feb. 28Pictionary – Let’s get together for this old-time favorite so we can participate in a little teamwork and a little friendly competition.
Age: 
Family
February 14, 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

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