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BRANCHING OUT W I N T E R 2016 E D I T I O N
ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS, AND ITIES, PROGRAMS, AND EAVCETNI V TS EVENTS A Publication of the Clayton County Librar y System A Publication of the Clayton County Librar y System
Forest Park Headquarters Forest Park Headquarters
Jonesboro Lovejoy Jonesboro Lovejoy
Morrow Riverdale Morrow Riverdale
Table of Contents
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Letter from the Director
Find out how your library can build confidence and curiosity.
4 Board Acknowledgements
Get to know the Clayton County Library Board of Trustees
and the Board of Commissioners.
5 Letter of Appreciation
Hear from one of our many satisfied families.
6 Get to Know Your Branches
Where are Clayton County Library System’s six locations?
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Headquarters Branch Events
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Jonesboro Branch Events
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Lovejoy Branch Events
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Morrow Branch Events
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Riverdale Branch Events
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From the Director
Message from the Director EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
I recently read an article titled, “How parents can prepare their children to be Entrepreneurs and Bosses”. Two of the 8 ways identified were to help your children develop “self confidence” and “curiosity”. So how can parents accomplish this? Ultimately, it’s by teaching children effective preparation for whatever they’re doing, encouraging their opinions, exposing them to situations where they can ask questions, and giving them opportunities to make decisions. How can the library help parents in building of “self confidence” and “curiosity” in their children? We can introduce our patrons and their children to the many resources that we offer that put them, “In The Know”. We have the capability to increase the knowledge base of our citizens in so many ways. We offer: Knowledgeable staff, trained to help you find the information you need-- Just in Time or Right on Time. Downloadable magazines, eBooks, new music & more on your digital devices--whenever/wherever you want. Live and online tutoring, music mixing, robotics, and many other STEAM programs. Free Computer Training – from basic computer classes to Microsoft Office Classes (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and more). Access to resources that identify jobs in the area and match your skills to available jobs. Mind expansion opportunities for kids, by giving them the chance to get up close and personal with reptile, birds of prey and even using our Zoo pass to visit Zoo Atlanta. Adult programs that range from Starting a Business to Developing Literacy Skills. Foreign language software that can be accessed from the comfort of your own home. Arts and Crafts for all ages including making bath salts and sugar scrubs as special gifts. Movie, Jazz Concerts, Author Events and Community Forums at your neighborhood branch. Digital devices training and the chance to try digital devices before you buy them. Year-round entertainment for kids ranging from attending magic shows, juggling acts, puppetry shows and much more. A Family Place environment experience, the opportunity to learn parenting skills, and information about our B-4 program. Your library is the center of your community, and the core of your Knowledge Base. Help your children develop “self confidence” and curiosity by encouraging them to learn, prepare, and actively make decisions based on information and knowledge.
Director Rosalind K. Lett 3
Governing Boards
Clayton County Library Board of Trustees The Library Board of Trustees consists of 11 members appointed by the Clayton County Commissioners. The Library Board is a legal entity that has the authority to make policy and govern the affairs of the Library. All board meetings are open to the public. Board Members (not all shown in picture): Ms. Brenda Morant, Chair; Mr. Daniel L. Small , Vice Chairman; Ms. LaShonda R. Dillard, Secretary; Ms. Pamela Lake, Treasurer; Ms. Patricia Shepherd; Ms. Bejanae Kareem; Dr. Gwendolyn Wiggins; Mr. Charlton Bivins; Ms. Sherry Hamilton; Mr. Bernell Wesley; Ms. Brenda Rayburn
Clayton County Board of Commissioners Jeffrey E. Turner (Chairman), Sonna Singleton Gregory (Commissioner District 1), Gail Hambrick (Commissioner District 2 // Vice-Chairman), Shana M. Rooks (Commissioner District 3) and Michael Edmondson (Commissioner District 4)
Clayton County Library Mission Statement To contribute to the success of the citizens of our diverse community by offering a full range of library services that meet their informational, educational and leisure interests, fostering the love of reading in our youth and the lifelong pursuit of knowledge for all. 4
Letter of Appreciation Greg Street & The Clayton County Library System’s “We Need 2 Read: Read-a-thon $3000” was a Success! We had an amazing time hosting Greg Street’s “We Need 2 Read: Read-A-Thon $3000.” Over 127 middle and high school students participated and read for a combined total of 762 hours! Thanks to our patrons, sponsors, and partners for making this event such a success! Below are the names of the event winners: High School Winners 1. Abdul Etuazim - Marthau Ellen Stillwell School of the Arts - 63 Books 2. Winagodwin Anyanwu - Riverdale High School 60 Books 3. Vgvy Thai - Morrow High School - 54 Books Middle School Winners 1. Elizabeth Barrragan - Rex Mill Middle School - 54 Books 2. Danielle Reid - Point South Middle School - 50 Books 3. Vyvy Nguygen - Morrow Middle School - 41 Books Stay tuned for more programs and events from the Clayton County Library System! We are already gearing up for the spring event, which is promised to be BIGGER and BETTER!
A Letter from Our Community To Director R. Lett and the other Clayton Library leaders, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! I deeply appreciate the efficiency and accessibility of our library system in Clayton! I’ve been a lifelong lover and user of the library. I’ve been a cardholder at many other branches around the state. I moved back to Clayton and recently visited the Headquarters Branch and got the shock of my life...that at least one library in this state offers great hours! Four days a week, open late? Why I thought I’d died and gone to library heaven! :-) And it’s clean, still mostly quiet like a library should be, and efficiently run, as I suspect the other branches are too. So just know that your work and service aren’t going unnoticed. Keep up the good work, and keep our libraries open. I appreciate ALL of you as the library will forever be -- in my eyes -- one of the most valuable assets to our communities. Gracias! Danke! Merci! Ose! THANK YOU! - Carol Folsom-Scott
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Library Branches
Forest Park Branch 4812 West Street Forest Park, GA 30297 Phone: 770.347.0160 Branch Manager: Kimberly S. Clayton kimberly.sclayton@co.clayton.ga.us
Headquarters Branch 865 Battle Creek Road Jonesboro, GA 30236 Phone: 770.473.3850 Branch Manager: Lydia Bigard lydia.bigard@co.clayton.ga.us
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Library Branches
Jonesboro Branch 124 Smith Street Jonesboro, GA 30236 Phone: 770.478.7120 Branch Manager: Kimberly Oliver kimberly.oliver@co.clayton.ga.us
Lovejoy Branch 1721 McDonough Road Hampton, GA 30228 Phone: 770.472.8129 Branch Manager: Lisa Bowens lisa.bowens@co.clayton.ga.us
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Library Branches
Morrow Branch 6225 Maddox Road Morrow, GA 30260 Phone: 770.347.0170 Branch Manager: Francis Adebola-Wilson francis.adebolawilson@co.clayton.ga.us
Riverdale Branch 420 Valley Hill Road SW Riverdale, GA 30274 Phone: 770.472.8100 Branch Manager: LaWanza Griffin lawanza.griffin@co.clayton.ga.us
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Event Calendar - Forest Park
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
F O R E S T PA R K
January, February, March 2016 For information, please call the Forest Park Branch, (770) 347-0160.
EVENTS FOR FAMILIES NON-RECURRING EVENTS Monday Night Movie: “Paddington Bear” 1/25/16 6:00-7:30pm A young Peruvian bear travels to London in search of a home. Finding himself lost and alone at Paddington Station, he meets the kindly Brown family, who offer him a temporary haven. Rated PG All Ages Family Game Night @ Forest Park (Card Game Night) 2/9/16 3:00 PM Patrons can enjoy family-friendly games & competitions. All Ages Family Movie: “Gladiators of Rome” 2/29/16 6:00-7:30 pm Timo, a student at the Gladiators’ Academy in Rome, has no desire to become a legendary gladiator like his stepfather. That is, until the mesmerizing Lucilla walks into his life. With the help of an unlikely band of sidekicks, Timo is determined to
be the gladiator of her dreams and embarks on an action-packed journey to become the Colosseum’s first victor. All Ages Family Movie: “The Cat in the Hat” 3/2/16 3:30-5:00 pm Sally and Conrad are two bored kids whose lives are turned up-side-down when a talking cat comes to visit them. All Ages Family Game Night @ Forest Park (Board Game Night) 3/8/16 3:00pm Patrons can enjoy family-friendly games & competitions. All Ages
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN RECURRING EVENTS Baby and Me Time Every Tuesday of the Month January 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9, 16, 23 March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10:30-11:15 am This is an interactive time of stories, songs, fingerplays, and play time for parents, grandparents, and caregivers
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to spend time with their little ones. Ages Newborn-20 months Toddler Storytime Every Tuesday of the Month January 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9, 16, 23 March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 11:30am-12:15 pm Enjoy interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and an extended activity with your toddler. Ages 21-36 months Pre-School Storytime Every Thursday of the Month January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:30-11:30 am Join Ms. Jen for a fun-filled storytime! There will be stories, songs, fingerplays, games, and extended activity. Participant Limit: 45. Ages 3-6 Registration required.
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Craft Club! Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 pm Come join the fun! Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, come join us for some awesome and super fun crafts. Ages 4 - 11
Event Calendar - Forest Park Computer Basics for Kids 1/9, 2/13, 3/12 10:00-11:00 am We are excited to announce that we will be starting a Computer Basics class for kids! Every 2nd Saturday of the month, students will learn the basic concepts and have hands on practice. Participant Limit: 20. Ages 4-8 Registration required. MLK Birthday Celebration 1/8/16 3:00-4:00 pm Let’s celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We will watch the Movie: “Our Friend Martin”, discuss the life and legacy of Dr. King, and make a make-it-take-it toilet paper roll craft. Participate Limit: 30. Ages 4 - 11 Registration required. Groundhog Day Stories & Craft 2/1/16 6:00-7:00pm Do you know the story behind Groundhog Day? Come listen to stories about Groundhog Day and afterwards do a make-it-take-it craft. Ages 4 - 10 Chinese New Year Celebration 2/8/16 6:00-7:00 pm In honor of Chinese New Year, we are going to have an “ooh ooh ahh ahh” good time for the Year of the Monkey. So bring your bananas and let’s listen to some monkey stories and do a craft afterwards. Ages 4-8 Valentine’s Day Party 2/13/16 2:00-3:30 pm Join the Valentine’s Day Ball! Dressed in your favorite attire, bring your parents, grandparents, siblings, or anyone that is special to you. There will be music, games, and light refreshments. Participation Limit 50 Ages 3 - 11 Registration required.
Winter Break Scavenger Hunt 2/16/16 2:00-3:00 pm School is out and you have nothing to do. The library is the place to be. We will be having a library Scavenger Hunt. Once you have completed the hunt, you will receive a small prize. Ages 6 - 11 Registration required. African American Read-In 2/22/16 6:00-7:00 pm Join us at the a read-in where we will feature books written by African American authors. After the stories, you will be able to make a book with African American’s who made an impact. Ages 5 - 11 Read Across America 3/2/2016 10:00-11:00 am Oh the places you will go when you come to the library! And to think you saw it at the Forest Park Library! Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Join our special guest readers as they read their favorite Dr. Seuss book. There will also be a special appearance from the Cat in the Hat! Participant Limit: 80. Ages 2-10. Registration Required. Barbie’s Birthday! 3/12/16 2:00-3:30 pm I’m a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world! It’s Barbie’s Birthday! Even though the time has passed, we can still celebrate her day. Bring your Barbies, come mingle with others, and enjoy your time at the library. There will be games, crafts, and light refreshments. Participant Limit 30 Ages 3 - 11 Registration required. St. Patrick’s Day Stories & Craft 3/14/16 6:00-7:00 pm Let’s get ready for St. Patrick’s Day. Listen to stories and afterwards do a make-it-take-it craft. Make sure to wear your green. Ages 3-9
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St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt 3/17/16 4:00-5:00 pm Are you feeling lucky? Can you find the pot of gold? Come see how lucky you are by participating in this scavenger hunt at the library. All participants will receive a prize at the end of the scavenger hunt. Participant Limit 30 Ages 5 - 11 Registration required. Spring is Here! 3/21/16 6:00-7:00 pm Spring is here so that means the weather is changing, the birds are singing, and the flowers are blooming. Come listen to Spring stories and afterwards do an extended activity. Ages 3-9
EVENTS FOR TEENS NON-RECURRING EVENTS Teen Zone Movie Night: ANT-MAN 1/5/16 5:00pm Armed with a super-suit with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, cat burglar Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, plan and pull off a heist that will save the world. Rated: PG-13 Ages 12 - 18 Teen Zone: Flavors of Popcorn 1/19/16 5:00pm Ages 12 - 18 Teen Zone Movie Night: The Fantastic Four 2/2/16 5:00pm Transported to an alternate universe, four young outsiders gain superhuman powers as they alter their physical form in shocking
Event Calendar - Forest Park ways. Reed Richards becomes Mr. Fantastic, able to stretch and twist his body at will, while pal Ben Grimm gains immense strength as the Thing. Johnny Storm becomes the Human Torch, able to control and project fire, while his sister Sue becomes the Invisible Woman. Together, the team must harness their new abilities to prevent Doctor Doom from destroying the Earth. Rated PG-13 Ages 12 - 18 Teen Zone Craft: Valentine Craft 2/9/16 5:00pm Join the Teens of Forest Park in a fun and exciting craft where Teens can express the greatest sentiments with creativity and words. Ages 12 - 18 Teen Zone Jeopardy: Black History Trivia 2/16/16 5:00pm How much Black History Trivia do you know? Who was the first to do it? Where did this historical event take place? Come out and enjoy with the Teens of Forest Park and test your knowledge in a game of trivia with music, refreshments, and a good time!!! Ages 12 - 18 Teen Zone Movie Night: Me and Earl and the Dying Girl 3/1/16 5:00pm An awkward high-school senior (Thomas Mann) and a gravely ill classmate (Olivia Cooke) surprise themselves by becoming inseparable friends. PG-13 Ages 12 - 18 Teen Zone Craft: Rock Art Craft 3/8/16 5:00pm Join the Teens of Forest Park in a fun and exciting craft where Teens can express the greatest sentiments with creativity and words. Ages 12 - 18 Teen Zone Jeopardy: Women’s History Trivia
Registration required.
3/15/2016 5:00-6:00 pm Ages 12-18
EVENTS FOR ADULTS RECURRING EVENTS Computer Basics Series Every Tuesday in January January 5, 12, 19 and 26 6:00pm – 8:00 pm Designed for adults who have little or no experience using computers. Learn basic concepts and get hands on practice in this 3 class series. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Computer Basics Series Every Friday in February February 5, 12, 19 and 26 2:00pm – 4:00 pm Designed for adults who have little or no experience using computers. Learn basic concepts and get hands on practice in this 3 class series. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Computer Basics Series Every Monday in March March 7, 14, 21 and 28 11:00am – 1:00pm Designed for adults who have little or no experience using computers. Learn basic concepts and get hands on practice in this 3 class series. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Microsoft Office Basics Series: Word 1/6/16 10:00am – 12:00 pm Designed for adults who understand all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn skills to create and save, format text and paragraphs, insert pictures and modify margins and page orientation to create professional documents. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up
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T.G.I.F. Trivia Night @ Forest Park (Hollywood Edition) 1/8/16 3:00 PM Patrons can display their knowledge on various subjects in a game-show setting. January’s trivia will be focused on participant’s knowledge of Hollywood & the Entertainment industry. Participation Limit: 15 (1st come basis) Ages 18 and up Adult Craft – Popsicle Stick Snowflake (Home Décor Series) 1/13/16 3:00pm – 5:00 pm Patrons will design creative snowflake designs that can be painted and wall mounted as home décor. Participation Limit: 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Job Hunting and Skills Lab 1/15/16 10:00am – 1:00 pm Use lab time to write or update your resume, search for jobs, fill out online job applications, or work on improving your computer skills by taking online classes through Job & Career Accelerator or practice tests through Learning Express. The instructor will be available to assist you with basic questions and help you get to the right website or program for your needs. However, all participants should already have basic computer skills and be able to access their own email accounts. This lab time does not count against your normal daily computer use time. However, this lab time is NOT to be used for non-job or non-skill-building activities such as Facebook, YouTube, checking personal email, or playing online games. Ages 18 and up
Microsoft Office Basics Series: Publisher 1/20/16 10:00am – 12:00 pm Designed for adults who understand
Event Calendar - Forest Park all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to create flyers, newsletters and other print materials by using and modifying templates by starting from scratch. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Adult Movie Series – Forest Park Friday Matinee 1/22/16 3:00 PM Showing: Cop Out (2010) (w/Bruce Willis & Tracy Morgan) ***A comedy about a veteran NYPD cop whose rare baseball card is stolen. Since it’s his only hope to pay for his daughter’s upcoming wedding, he recruits his partner to track down the thief, a memorabilia-obsessed gangster. Ages 18 and up Microsoft Office Basics Series: Powerpoint 1/27/16 10:00am – 12:00 pm Designed for adults who understand all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to create slide show presentations, use and modify themes. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Microsoft Office Basics Series: Powerpoint 2/3/16 1:00pm – 3:00 pm Designed for adults who understand all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to create slide show presentations, use and modify themes. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Microsoft Office Basics Series: Excel 2/10/16 1:00pm – 3:00 pm Designed for adults who understand all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to enter data into worksheets, work with multiple worksheets, write formulas to perform basic calculations and create charts. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up
Adult Movie Series – Forest Park Friday Matinee 2/12/16 3:00 PM Showing: Date Night (2010) (w/Steve Carell & Tina Fey) ***In New York City, a case of mistaken identity turns a bored married couple’s attempt at a glamorous and romantic evening into something more thrilling and dangerous. Ages 18 and up Microsoft Office Basics Series: Publisher 2/17/16 1:00pm – 3:00 pm Designed for adults who understand all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to create flyers, newsletters and other print materials by using and modifying templates by starting from scratch. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Adult Craft – Faux Stain Glass Votive (Home Décor Series) 2/17/16 Patrons can be creative and fashion faux stain glass candle holders from any household jar. (Participants must bring own jars). Participation Limit: 30 Ages 18 and up Registration required. T.G.I.F. Trivia Night @ Forest Park (Black History Edition-Part II) 2/19/16 Patrons can display their knowledge on various subjects in a gameshow setting. February’s trivia will be focused on Black History. Participants will have two times to test their knowledge during Black history Month. Participation Limit: 15 (1st come basis) Ages 18 and up Job Hunting and Skills Lab 2/22/16 1:00pm – 4:00pm Use lab time to write or update your resume, search for jobs, fill out online job applications, or work on improving your computer skills by taking online classes through Job & Career Accelerator or practice tests through Learning Express.
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The instructor will be available to assist you with basic questions and help you get to the right website or program for your needs. However, all participants should already have basic computer skills and be able to access their own email accounts. This lab time does not count against your normal daily computer use time. However, this lab time is NOT to be used for non-job or non-skill-building activities such as Facebook, YouTube, checking personal email, or playing online games. Ages 18 and up Microsoft Office Basics Series: Excel 3/3/16 11:00am – 1:00pm Designed for adults who understand all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to enter data into worksheets, work with multiple worksheets, write formulas to perform basic calculations and create charts. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Adult Movie Series – Forest Park Friday Matinee 2/26/16 (3:00pm) Showing: Grant Torino (2008) (w/ Clint Eastwood) Disgruntled Korean War veteran Walt Kowalski sets out to reform his neighbor, a Hmong teenager who tried to steal Kowalski’s prized possession: a 1972 Gran Torino. T.G.I.F. Trivia Night @ Forest Park (Disney vs. Pixar Edition) 3/4/16 3:00pm Patrons can display their knowledge on various subjects in a gameshow setting. March’s trivia will test participant’s knowledge of the different animated films that have been released by Disney and Pixar animation studios. Participation Limit: 15 (1st come basis) Ages 18 and up Microsoft Office Basics Series: Publisher 3/10/16 11:00am – 1:00pm Designed for adults who understand
Event Calendar - Forest Park all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to create flyers, newsletters and other print materials by using and modifying templates by starting from scratch. Participation Limit: 12 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Adult Movie Series – Forest Park Friday Matinee 3/11/16 3:00pm Showing: The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) (w/Keanu Reeves) *** A remake of the 1951 classic sci-fi film about an alien visitor and his giant robot counterpart who visit Earth. Ages 18 and up Job Hunting and Skills Lab 3/16/16 10:00am–1:00 pm Use lab time to write or update your resume, search for jobs, fill out online job applications, or work on improving your computer skills by taking online classes through Job & Career Accelerator or practice tests through Learning Express. The instructor will be available to assist you with basic questions and help you get to the right website or program for your needs. However, all participants should already have basic computer skills and be able to access their own email accounts. This lab time does not count against your normal daily computer use time. However, this lab time is NOT to be used for non-job or non-skill-building activities such as Facebook, YouTube, checking personal email, or playing online games. Ages 18 and up
3/25/16 3:00 PM Showing: Shutter Island (2010) (w/ Leonardo DiCaprio) *** A U.S Marshal investigates the disappearance of a murderess who escaped from a hospital for the criminally insane. Ages 18 and up
Microsoft Office Basics Series: Powerpoint 3/31/16 11:00am–1:00 pm Designed for adults who understand all concepts of Computer Basics. Learn to create slide show presentations, use and modify themes. Ages 18 and up Registration required.
AtoZdatabases Premier reference and marketing database including 30 million business profiles and 220 million residents.
Brainfuse
Chilton Automotive Manuals Auto repair manuals for thousands of vehicles.
Adult Craft – Patio Pinhole Lamp (Home Décor Series) 3/16/16 3:00-5:00 pm Patrons can create & decorate a pinhole lamp for use outdoors on their patios, picnic tables, etc. Participation Limit: 30 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Adult Movie Series – Forest Park Friday Matinee
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Live, online tutoring for children, teens, and adults in popular topics – math, science, social studies, Microsoft Office, and more. Practice tests and test preparation for GED, SAT, ACT, US Citizenship test, and more. Assistance is available in English and Spanish.
Event Calendar - Headquarters
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
H E A D Q UA R T E R S
January, February, March 2016 For information, please call the Headquarters Branch, (770) 473-3850.
EVENTS FOR FAMILIES RECURRING EVENTS Family Story time Tuesday mornings January 6 through April 14 10:00 am – Toddlers ages 21-36 months 11:00 am – Preschoolers ages 3-6 years Enjoy interactive stories, songs, action verses and extended activities. You may register for a series any time, in person, by email, or by telephone. Parents must remain in the story time with their children. PLEASE NOTE: This story time is for families only and we regret that we cannot permit child care groups to attend this story time series. However, the library does schedule story times on other weekdays specifically for both in-home and child care groups. Please ask staff for scheduling details.
NON-RECURRING EVENTS January 2016 Science and Snow Program 01/25/2016 4:00 pm Students in elementary, middle and high school will be creating and molding fake snow at the library. Along with the hands-on project, there is a presentation & video explaining the true science behind snow. Space is limited so reserve your seat
in advance, in person, or by phone. Ages 6-12 SuperBowl Family Fun Party 1/30/16 1:30-3:00 pm Come and have a fun time wearing your favorite team colors, NFL or College. There will be games and fun family competitions like trivia and best team spirit. You don’t want to miss out! See you at our Super Bowl family fun Party! All Ages Art it Up! 2/6/16 10:00am-4:00 pm Open craft time for people of all ages. This activity allows families to come together and create artistic creations with an African American theme. All ages
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN RECURRING EVENTS Brain Boosters for Preschoolers Third Wednesdays of the month January 20, February 17, March 23 10:00 am Parents and caregivers with children ages 2 to 6years are invited to join the fun each month. Activities will focus on one of the following topics: Science, Rhyming, music and movement, problem solving and sensory exploration. Children will participate in a wide range of challenging games and activities that will stimulate their brains mental muscles which would lead the way to academic success.
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NON-RECURRING EVENTS 1000 Books Before Kindergarten KICKOFF 1/12/16 10:30 AM Reading is instrumental in jumpstarting your child’s language skills, vocabulary and brain development. It’s never too early to introduce them to read for pleasure as they learn. You’re invited to attend this special storytime to receive your free reading log and bookmark. Space is limited so reserve your seat in advance, in person or by phone. Ages 1-4 Technology 101 for Elementary Students 3/21/16 4:00-5:00 pm Students in grades 2nd - Students in 2nd - 5th grades will be introduced to various basic computer concepts such as: typing, copy, cut, paste, using the mouse vs. keyboard, printing, Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, effective internet searches, and different ways to use a desktop, tablet, and laptops. We will walk students through self-help books within the PINES network, pointing out areas that are applicable to their academic. Ages 7-11
EVENTS FOR TEENS RECURRING EVENTS
Event Calendar - Headquarters Teen Book Club Every 3rd Monday January 18, February 15, March 21 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Call for more information Copies of the book will be available to check out for each participant at the Headquarters Library. Ages 12-18
NON-RECURRING EVENTS TEEN READ WEEK: “Create it @ Your Library” GOT CODING? Technology is shaping the world and coding is the basic platform for creating. Come learn how to develop games, mobile apps, or databases in this hands-on-workshop. The secrets and tips of developing code will be taught in this beginner’s workshop. Reservation Required with Parent’s Permission. Ages 12-18 Registration required. COLLEGE BOUND? SHOW ME THE MONEY! Tuesday, January 5 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 12-18 If the idea of college tuition is giving you nightmares, there is information that will help you sleep better. Let the Georgia Student Finance Commission provide advice on scholarship, loan and grant information in this free financial aid workshop. Space is limited so reserve your seat in advance, in person, or by phone. Interacting with the Police 2/27/16 12:00-1:30 pm Former Clayton County Magistrate Court Judge Stephen N. Knights Jr. invites all teens to a discussion focused on their rights when interacting with a law enforcement officer. Ages 12-18 Registration required. Iron Chef Chopped 3/9/16 6:00- 7:00 pm Teens this season join the library for our very own Iron Chef Chopped. Do you have what it takes to rattle taste buds? Participants will create a dish using selected ingredients with 5 minutes to prep and 25 minutes to cook. Ages 12-18 Registration required.
EVENTS FOR ADULTS RECURRING EVENTS Celebrating Our Heritage Mondays February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 6:00-8:45 pm Come and celebrate Black History Month by attending a showing of blockbuster film presentations. Dynamic movies include: 42: Jackie Robinson; Glory Road; Get On Up; War Room, and Get On the Bus. Participant Limit: 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Get fit at your library Boot Camp First Friday of every month January 1, February 5, March 4 4:00-6:00 pm Mr. Sammie Reed will provide free boot camp classes here at the Headquarters Library. Easy to learn fitness exercises will be taught to improve your overall health and physical fitness. Participants are encouraged to bring their own water and equipment to increase their intensity levels. Ages 18 and up B-Links (Breast Feeding Support Club) Mondays January 11, February 8, March 4 11:00am-1:00 pm Join us for a lunch & learn session with current moms and soon to be mothers like yourself. Bring your bagged lunches and babies and learn breastfeeding facts and tips and gain advice from our experienced professionals. Participant Limit: 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Headquarters Mystery Book Club Every Third Tuesday of the Month January 19, February 16, March 15 7:30-8:50 pm Do you enjoy reading mystery/thriller books? The Headquarters Library Mystery Book Club is the group for you. Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk at the Headquarters Branch. Participant Limit: 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Atlanta Regional Mobile Center Lab Every other Tuesday of the Month January 5, 19; February 2, 16; March 1, 15, 29
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9:00am-12:00 pm The Atlanta Regional Workforce Board’s Mobile Career Lab will be available at the Headquarters Branch to assist patrons with their job search needs. Services include: assistance in career planning, job readiness coaching, information about training opportunities, access to computer workstations, photocopying & printing, and use of career guidance and career assessments. Ages 18 and up Black Lives Matter Daily 9:00am-6:00 pm Use your creative juices and create a video or write an essay on how black lives matter. The top two videos and the top two essays will win a prize. In addition, the winners will be posted on our library website and on the library’s social media pages such as Facebook and Instagram. Deadline for submission will be on Wednesday, February 24th Ages 18 and up
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Get Fit - with Smoothies 1/8/16 4:00-6:00 pm Join us for the 21 day smoothie challenge. We will provide you with the tools needed to begin your New Year’s weight loss resolutions. Ages 18 and up Genealogy 2/1/16 10:00am-12:00 pm Join representatives from the Family History Center in Jonesboro, Ga. as they guide you through how to start researching your family history. Ages 18 and up Registration required. African American Living History Museum 2/18/16 4:00-6:00 pm The Headquarters Branch invites you to join us as we transform our library into a living African-American History Museum. Children will interact with historical figures and learn about their contributions. Space is limited so reserve your ticket into the museum in advance, in person, or by phone. All ages Registration required.
Event Calendar - Jonesboro
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
JONESBORO
January, February, March 2016 For information, please call Jonesboro Branch, (770) 478-7120.
EVENTS FOR FAMILIES RECURRING EVENTS Knitting Workshop Every Second Tuesday of the Month Jan 12, February 9, March 8, 6:30-7:30 pm We are pleased to announce that once a month we will be having knitting lessons in the evening for those who cannot attend the classes on Wednesday mornings. The class will be an open forum where you can come and learn to knit or bring in a project you are working on and in need of some help. If you are a beginning knitter wanting to learn, please bring a skein of worsted weight yarn in a light color and size 8 knitting needles. Ages 18 and up
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Make a Bead Bracelet 2/16/16 6:00-8:00 pm We will be making a simple bracelet using the peyote stitch. All materials will be provided. Participant Limit: 10 Ages 18 and up Registration required.
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN
RECURRING EVENTS Family Story Time Every Wednesday of the Month January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 11:00am-11:45 pm Enjoy interactive stories, songs, action verse and an extended activity. Parents must remain in the story time with their children. Ages 2 - 5
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Saturday Afternoon Movie: Annie 1/2/16 2:00 – 4:00 pm A foster kid, who lives with her mean foster mom, sees her life change when business tycoon and New York mayoral candidate Will Stacks makes a thinly-veiled campaign move and takes her in. Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. 1/15/16 4:00-5:00 pm Children will celebrate MLK Jr’s birthday by learning about his accomplishments and doing a craft. Ages 5 -11 Pooh Story Time 1/19/16 4:00-4:45 pm We will celebrate Winnie the Pooh’s birthday though story time and craft. Ages 2 - 9 Saturday Afternoon Movie: Ruby Bridges February 6 2:00pm-4:00pm The true story of Ruby Bridges, an
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African-American girl who helped to integrate the all-white schools of New Orleans. All Ages Rated: G For more information call 770-478-7120. Conversation Heart Science 2/11/16 4:00-4:45 pm Children will conduct science experiments by placing candy hearts into different kinds of liquids and recording results. Reservation required. Participant Limit 20 Ages 6-11 Registration required. Black History Month Program 2/22/16 4:00-4:45 pm Children will learn about the men and women who fought for civil rights and changed the world. Ages 6-11 Fractured Fairy Tales 2/26/16 4:00-5:00 pm Story time where fractured fairy tales will be read to the kids, followed by a craft. Ages 5-11 Read Across America 3/2/16 4:00-4:45 pm Children will come to a special story time focused on Dr. Seuss followed by a craft. Ages 4-11 Saturday Afternoon Movie: Minions 3/5/16 2:00-4:00 pm Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlett Overkill, a supervillain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world. (IMDB) Rated G
Event Calendar - Jonesboro All Ages
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Skittles: Taste the Rainbow 3/14/16 6:00-7:00 pm Children will learn about density by using candy and water. Participant Limit 20 Ages 6-11 Registration required.
Marshmallow Engineering 3/28/16 6:00pm-7:00pm Teens will construct figures using marshmallows and toothpicks Ages 12-18 For more information call 770-478-7120.
St. Patrick’s Day Story Time and Craft 3/17/16 4:00pm-4:45pm Children will celebrate St. Patrick’s day through books, songs and crafts. Ages 3-9 For more information call 770-478-7120. Children’s Easter Celebration 3/25/16 2:00-5:00 pm Children will celebrate Easter through stories, crafts and an Easter egg hunt. Ages 2-11
EVENTS FOR TEENS NON-RECURRING EVENTS Duct tape Creations 1/11/16 6:00-7:00 pm Teens will use their creativity to make things out of duct tape. Ages 12-18 “I Have a Dream” 1/25/16 6:00-7:00pm Teens will watch Martin Luther King, Jr.’s, “I Have a Dream” speech and discuss it and how it applies to today. Ages 12-18 Valentine’s Day Craft 2/10/16 4:15-5:15 pm Teens will make a special valentine’s day craft. Ages 12-18 Black History Trivia Night 2/29/16 6:00-7:00 pm Teens will come have fun with a trivia game about Black history. Ages 12-18 DIY Charging Station 3/7/16 6:00-7:00 pm Teens will create a charging station for their electronics. Ages 12-18
EVENTS FOR ADULTS RECURRING EVENTS Basic Spanish Mondays Jan 4, 11, & February 1, 8 7:00-8:00 pm Come out and learn beginner Spanish at your library with Basic Spanish Classes offered by Mrs. Mary Cortez. Patrons must bring pen or pencil. Reservation Required. Participant Limit: 20 For information call 770.473.3850. Introduction to PowerPoint Second Thursday of the Month January 14, February 11, March 10 10:00am–12:00 pm Not sure where or how to begin creating an impressive presentation for your class or job? This PowerPoint Workshop will teach you the basics on how to get stated. Participant Limit: 10 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Introduction to Email Third Thursday of the Month January 21, February 18, March 17 10:00am–12:00 pm Modernize the way you communicate with others. Creating, sending and retrieving an email is much quicker than a drive to the post office. This class is designed for those who have never created or used an email account. Participant Limit: 10 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Knitting / Crochet Club Every Wednesday January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:00am–12:00 pm Come out and share knitting /crochet patterns and ideas with other yarn enthusiast. Beginners are welcome and will even be given instruction on how to start. For information call 770.478.7120. Introduction to Word Processing / Microsoft Word
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First Thursday of the Month January 7, February 4, March 3 10:00 am–12:00 pm Enhance your computer skills. Learn how to perform many common functions used to create documents. Participant Limit 10 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Intermediate Spanish Every Monday in March March 7, 14, 21, 28 7:00-8:00 pm Come out and learn Spanish at your library with Intermediate Spanish Classes offered by Mrs. Mary Cortez. Patrons must bring pen or pencil. Participant Limit: 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required.
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Couponing Tips and Tricks January 19 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Come find out how to easily save money on groceries at your favorite stores. Reservation Required. Participant Limit: 20 For information call 770.478.7120 Poetry Sip 1/22/16 4:30-5:30 pm Unwind with a little Hot Chocolate and come share your original poetry in the company of fellow poets. Participant Limit: 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required. Essential Oils 101 2/8/16 6:30-7:30 pm Learn what essential oils are, how they are used and the many ways to use them for everyday issues. Participant Limit 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required. A Valentine’s Basket with You in Mind 2/12/16 4:30-5:30 pm Create a basket of love for Valentine’s Day. Learn inexpensive techniques to stuff a gift basket with special items that say, “I care”. Ages 18 and up Quilting Memories 3/15/16 5:30-6:30 pm Bring your scrap fabric and learn the art of quilting. Participant Limit: 20 Ages 18 and up Registration required.
Event Calendar - Lovejoy
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L OV E J O Y
January, March 2016 2015 October, February, November, December For please call the Lovejoy (770) 472-8129. For information, information call Jonesboro Branch, Branch, 770.478.7120
EVENTS FOR FAMILIES
Clayton County’s very own Raymond Wilcox. Artwork will be displayed throughout the Lovejoy library. All Ages
African American Read-In 2/4/16 10:30am-11:15 am Come join us in celebrating the 26th Let Freedom Ring Annual National African American 1/15/16 Read-In. There will be stories written 4:30-5:30 pm by African American authors read to Students will write a short essay about you. what it means to be free. All Ages All ages
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Popcorn Day 1/19/16 3:30-4:30 pm Join us for the national day to celebrate popcorn and to bring the library and the community closer. All Ages Belly Laugh Day 1/25/16 3:30-4:30 pm Learn the health benefits of laughter and how this day came to be. All Ages National Puzzle Day 1/29/16 3:00-4:00 pm This program is designed to challenge the mind and help with problem solving. All Ages African American Art Display Every day in February February 1-29 3:30-4:30 pm Come and enjoy the paintings of
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN RECURRING EVENTS Storytime Every Wednesday of the Month January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30am-11:15 am Join us for stories, crafts, music, dance and lots of laughs! Ages 3 and up
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Out With the Old, In With the New 1/4/16 3:30-4:30 pm Kids and teens celebrate the New Year with us by sharing ideas and preparing for new challenges and opportunities. Ages 6 and up
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Children’s Authors and Illustrators Week 2/2/16 9:00am-6:00 pm Experience the work of children’s authors and illustrators from around the globe. All Ages Black History Trivia for Kids 2/9/16 3:30-4:30 pm Program will focus on little known facts about important African Americans, past and present. All Ages I Luv You this Much Valentine Story and Craft 2/11/16 3:00-4:00 pm Create a valentine masterpiece that would make even cupid blush! Ages 3 and up Happy Birthday Dr. Suess! 3/3/16 10:30am-11:15 am Enjoy stories and a craft centered around Dr. Seuss. Ages 3 and up Preschool Wiggleworms 3/9/16 10:30am-11:15 am Join us for an interactive storytime designed to get children excited about reading and all things library related. Ages 3 and up
Event Calendar - Lovejoy Battle of the Ages 3/15/16 5:00-6:00 pm Teen and Seniors go head to head in old school games vs. new school games. It’s Checkers vs. Temple Run and several other classic games. Ages 8 and up
EVENTS FOR TEENS RECURRING EVENTS Teen Movie Monday Mondays January 4, 11, 25; February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28 4:00-5:30 pm The Lovejoy Library is hosting Teen Movie Mondays. All movies are geared for middle school to high school students. Light snacks will be served during each movie. After School Club Every Wednesday of the Month January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 3:30-5:30 pm Teens come and enjoy an afternoon of board games. All teens are welcome to bring and share their own board games. This program is geated for middle school to high school students.
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Teen Choice Awards Showdown 1/16/16 4:00-5:00 pm Teens can stop by and vote for their favorite Teen Celebs. Free to Read 3/23/16 4:00-5:00 pm Discuss popular banned books and why they were banned and what books should or should not be banned. Ages 13-18
EVENTS FOR ADULTS RECURRING EVENTS Super Saver Coupon Club Every First Monday of the Month January 4, February 1, and March 7 6:00-7:00 pm The Lovejoy Branch Library is hosting a “coupon club.” It will allow people to trade coupons specifically for their household needs. Couponing expert Diana Acquaye will be on hand to share her tips on successful couponing. Ages 18 and up Registration required. CLASES DE MICROSOFT WORD, POWERPOINT BASICO Y BUSQUEDAS EN INTERNET EN ESPAÑOL Every Tuesday, January 5, 12, 19, 26; February 2, 9,16, 23; March 1, 8, 15, 22 (6:00-8:00 p m) Las clases se dictarán en Español y son gratuitas. Para inscribirse por favor llame al teléfono 770-472-8129. Límite de participantes: 10. Se debe reservar.
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Cinema, Coffee, and Conversation 2/15/16 1:00-2:30 pm In celebration of African American Heritage, the Lovejoy Library is showing the movie “42”. Light refreshments will be served. Ages 18 and up Registration required. Throwback Movie Double Feature 2/29/16 1:00-5:30 pm Come join the Lovejoy Library staff dressed to impress in 70s & 80s style clothing. We will show the movies, “Cooley High” and “Cornbread Earl and Me”. Throwback conversation is encouraged. Light refreshments will be served. Ages 18 and up Registration required.
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Event Calendar - Morrow
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M O R R OW
January, February, March 2016 October, November, December 2015 For information, please call the Morrow Branch, (770) 347-0170. For information call Jonesboro Branch, 770.478.7120
EVENTS FOR FAMILIES NON-RECURRING EVENTS Popcorn Party & Family Movie: “Inside Out” 1/19/16 5:00-8:00 pm National Popcorn Day! We are celebrating with a Popcorn Bar! Join us from 5:00-6:00 as we make freshly popped popcorn and you get to top it with whatever you like. We will have an assortment of goodies for you to try. At 6:00 p.m. we will begin the movie: “Inside Out” After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions—joy, fear, disgust and sadness conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house & school. Rated PG 94 min. All Ages Family Tea Party 1/22/16 4:30-5:30 pm January is Hot Tea Month, and to celebrate, Morrow is hosting a Tea Party. Families are invited to dress up (if they wish), bring a tea cup, or use one of ours. We will have hot and cold teas, as well as little finger snacks. Parents must accompany children under the age of 14. All Ages Registration required.
Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day 1/25/16 12:00-9:00 pm In honor of the best stress reliever ever (!) Morrow Library will hand out little stress relief kits for patrons to take home. In the evening we will host a Bubble Wrap Walk for teens and adults, and a Bubble Wrap craft for kids. Parents must accompany children under the age of 14. NOTE: Kit handout will be from 12:00pm9:00pm and the craft and walk are from 5:00pm-5:30pm. All Ages Family Movie Tuesday: “Ruby Bridges” 2/9/16 6:00-7:30 pm The true story of Ruby Bridges, an African-American girl who, in 1960 at the age of 6, helped to integrate an all-white school. PG 96 min. All Ages
off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for. Rated PG 94 min. All Ages Family Movie Tuesday: “Boxtrolls” 3/8/16 6:00-7:45 pm A young orphaned boy raised by underground cave-dwelling trash collectors tries to save his friends from an evil exterminator. This movie is based on the children’s novel ‘Here Be Monsters’ by Alan Snow. Rated PG 96 min. All Ages
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Saturday Craft & Charlie Brown DVD 2/13/16 2:30-3:30 pm Valentine’s Day with the Peanuts gang: Charlie Brown tries to muster up the courage to ask the little redhaired girl to the school dance. Afterward, we will make a paper-plate Valentine. All Ages
Saturday Morning Tutoring Every Saturday of the Month January 2,9,16,23, 30; February 6, 13,20, 27; March 5,12,19,25 10:00 - 12:00 pm Library staff member, James, will offer tutoring in Writing and Math. Please have specific tutoring needs in place when attending. Participant Limit: 15 Ages 6-11 years Registration required.
Family Movie Tuesday: “Shaun the Sheep” 2/23/16 6:00-7:30 pm When Shaun decided to take the day
Story Time Every Thursday of the Month January 7,14,21,28; February 4,11,18,25; March 3,10,17,24 10:00-10:45 am
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Event Calendar - Morrow Stories, music & fun! Groups are welcome, but MUST pre-register! All Ages Registration required. Pajama Storytime 1/12/16, 2/16/16 6:00-6:45 pm Come in your pajamas (or not) enjoy stories, music and fun! Ages 3-8 years
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Family Tuesday Movie: “Tomorrowland” 1/5/16 6:00-8:00 pm Bound by a shared destiny, a teen bursting with scientific curiosity and a former boy genius inventor embark on a mission to unearth the secrets of a place somewhere in time and space that exists in their collective memory. Rated PG 130 min. All Ages Saturday Craft 1/9/16 2:30-3:15 pm Come and enjoy some winter stories, afterward we will make a snow globe craft. All Ages Saturday Craft & Charlie Brown 3/12/16 2:30-3:30 pm “It’s the Easter Bunny Charlie Brown” The Peanuts gang prepare for Easter in their own clumsy ways. Afterward we will make a paper plate bunny Easter Basket. All Ages
EVENTS FOR TEENS RECURRING EVENTS Basic Computer 101 First Monday of the Month January 4, February 1, March 7 6:30-8:00 pm Learn how to do the basic computer things you need to know, such as: email, printing, uploading and downloading documents, and more.
A limited number of laptops will be available, participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops. Participant Limit: 10 Ages 15 and up Registration required. Lunch and a Movie Third Saturday of the Month January 16, February 20, March 19 1:00-3:30 pm Do you want to eat in the library?! Well, bring your own lunch and have a seat in the meeting room to watch a movie. (Please note: food and drink are not allowed in the main part of the library, only in the meeting room.) Parents must accompany children under the age of 14. Ages 14 and up Basic Computer 101 Third Wednesday of the Month January 20, February 17, March 16 10:30-12:00 pm Learn how to do the basic computer things you need to know, such as: email, printing, uploading and downloading documents, and more. A limited number of laptops will be available, participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops. Participant Limit: 10 Ages 15 and up Registration required. Book to Movie Club Last Monday of the Month January 25, February 29, March 28 6:00-8:30 pm Yeah, but have you read the book? How many times do you say that or have it said to you when you talk about a movie based on a book? Now is your chance to read and discuss a book, watch the movie, and compare the two. Call in for this month’s selection. Book will be available via OverDrive, your local library, or the PINES collection. Participant Limit: 45. Light refreshments will be provided. Movies will be PG-13 rated.
EVENTS FOR ADULTS RECURRING EVENTS Pinterest Crafternoon for Adults First Saturday of the Month
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January 2, February 6 & March 5, 2016 2:00-4:00pm Adults wanting to try their hand at crafting are invited to attend this monthly craft session where we make a craft straight from Pinterest. Will it be a Pinterest Success or a Pinterest Fail?! Participant Limit: 20 Reservation Required. Basic Computer 101 First Monday of the Month January 4, February 1 & March 7 6:30-8:00 pm Learn how to do the basic computer things you need to know, such as: email, printing, uploading and downloading document, and more. Because only a limited number of laptops will be available, participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops.Participant Limit: 10 Reservation Required. For ages 15 and up Basic Computer 101 Third Wednesday of the Month January 20, February 17 & March 16 10:30am-12:00 pm Learn how to do the basic computer things you need to know, such as: email, printing, uploading and downloading document, and more. Because only a limited number of laptops will be available, participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops.Participant Limit: 10 Reservation Required. For ages 15 and up Book to Movie Club Last Monday of the month January 25, February 29 & March 28 6:00pm-8:30 pm “Yeah, but have you read the book?” How many times do you say that, or have it said to you when you talk about a movie based on a book? Now is your chance to read and discuss a book, watch the movie, and compare the two. Call in for this month’s selection. Book will be available via OverDrive, your local library, or the PINES collection. Participant Limit: 45. For teens and adults only please. Light refreshments will be provided. Movies will be PG-13 rated. For teens and adults
Event Calendar - Riverdale
NON-RECURRING EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES EVENTS Monday Night Movie 1/11/16 6:00-8:30 pm “Ticket collecting romantic pretends to be engaged to an unconscious man but can’t fool his brother. Feel free to bring your own refreshments!” Parents must accompany children under the age of 14. Ages 14 and up Popcorn Bar 1/26/16 5:00-6:00 pm We are a week late in celebrating National Popcorn Day, but that’s okay! Participants will be able to take popcorn and visit the “bar” to add their own unique toppings of candies, fruits, and other flavor toppings. (Popcorn must remain in the meeting room.) Stay for our family movie and enjoy your popcorn during the show! Parents must accompany children under the age of 14. Ages 14 and up Family Movie 1/26/16 6:00-8:00 pm After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house, and school. Parents must accompany children under the age of 14. Ages 14 and up Date Night: Movie & Sweets 2/8/16 6:00-8:00 pm Couples are invited to join us for an early Valentine’s Day date. We will show a movie, and offer sweet treats. Ages 18 and up Monday Night Movie 2/22/16 6:00-8:30 pm “A murder trial brings a small Mississippi town’s racial tensions to a flashpoint. An unseasoned but idealistic young attorney mounts a stirring courtroom battle for justice amid a frenzy of activist marches, Klan terror, media clamor and brutal riots.” Patrons 18 and over must show ID to
view this film. For anyone under the age of 18, a parent MUST accompany in the room at all times. Patrons are welcome to bring snacks. Rated R, 149 minutes Ages 18 and up
For this month’s database demo: Brainfuse. For patrons coming in for the demo, the library will provide chips and dip for National Chip and Dip Day! Ages 18 and up
Job & Career Accelerator & Tortilla Chips 2/24/16 1:00-3:00pm February kicks off our monthly database demonstration. This month: Job & Career Accelerator. For patrons coming in for the demo, the library will provide tortilla chips for National Tortilla Chip Day! Ages 18 and up Old Stuff Swap Day 3/2/16 1:00-2:30 p m Today is Old Stuff Swap Day, so bring in your old stuff you want to swap, and see if another patron has something you might want to swap for. Please note: NO MONEY can change hands, all swaps are final and to the discretion of the owner. Participating patrons will need to sign a release form to participate For Adults Craft Day 3/10/16 1:00-5:00pm In honor of National Craft Month, patrons are encouraged to bring in crafts to work on, work on provided crafts, or even show off their own. The idea is to promote new crafts and sharing of ideas. Ages 18 and up Monday Night Movie 3/14/16 6:00-8:30pm “A female Senator succeeds in enrolling a woman into Combined Reconnaissance Team training where everyone expects her to fail.” In honor of National Potato Chip Day, patrons will be treated to some chips. Patrons 18 and over must show ID to view this film. For anyone under the age of 18, a parent MUST accompany in the room at all times. Patrons are welcome to bring snacks. Rated R, 125 minutes Ages 18 and up Brainfuse & Chips and Dip 3/23/16 1:00-3:00pm
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Event Calendar - Riverdale
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January, February, March 2016 For information, please call the Riverdale Branch, (770) 472-8100.
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN RECURRING EVENTS Preschool Story Time Every Wednesday January 6, 13, 20, and 27 10:00-11:00 am Join us at the Riverdale Branch Library as we encourage your little one’s love of books, reading, music, art and playing. Miss Amanda reads for thirty minutes then we listen to music and do body movement exercise! Pre School Age Registration required. Preschool Story Time February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2016. Every Wednesday (10:00-11:00 AM) Join us at the Riverdale Branch Library as we encourage your little one’s love of books, reading, music, art and playing. Miss Amanda reads for thirty minutes then we listen to music and do body movement exercise! Please Register, seats are limited. Pre School Age For information call 770.472.8100 Hibernation Family Storytime and Craft Every Wednesday February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2016 10:00-11:00 am Join us at the Riverdale Branch Library as we encourage your little one’s love of books, reading, music, art and playing. Miss Amanda reads for thirty
minutes then we listen to music and do body movement exercise! Pre School Age Registration required. Preschool Story Time Every Wednesday March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 10:00-11:00 am Join us at the Riverdale Branch Library as we encourage your little one’s love of books, reading, music, art and playing. Miss Amanda reads for thirty minutes then we listen to music and do body movement exercise! Pre School Age Registration required.
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Abstract Foil Art 1/15/16 3:00-4:00pm This activity is for parents, caregivers and children ages 5-15. Ages 5-15 Registration required. Crabby Valentine Craft 2/13/16 2:00-3:00 pm Card making for kids. Create a Crabby Valentine and other cards for friends and family. Also enjoy a sweet treat. Ages 4-12 Registration required.
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Color a Book Character Craft 2/16/16 1:00-2:00 pm Create your crayon masterpiece of your favorite book character. Ages 4-12 Registration required.
EVENTS FOR TEENS Color Portrait Class 01/09/2016 2:00PM-3:00PM Free Hands on art class at the Riverdale Library. Learn new art making techniques and experiment with materials. Meet other creative young artist. Please Register, seats are limited. AGES: TEENS For information call 770.472.8100 Pages of Love Art Program 2/2/16 6:00-7:0 0pm Make a Beautiful hand crafted Valentine painting (acrylic/ collage style). Also, we will make a Valentine fortune teller. Teen Tech Week Craft: Felt Monster cell phone holder 3/12/16 2:00-3:00 pm Protect your cell phone in style. Join us to make a monster felt cell phone holder and learn about awesome free apps from the Clayton County Library
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EVENTS FOR ADULTS RECURRING EVENTS How to Start Your Own Business Every Second and Fourth Tuesday of the Month January 12 and 26, February 9 and 23, March 8 and 22 6:00–7:00 pm Vincent Cornelius II will give instruction and free advice on how to start up your very own business. Ages 18 and up The Atlanta Regional Workforce Board’s Mobile Career Lab Every First & Third Tuesday of the Month January 5 and 19, February 2 and 16, March 1 and 15 9:00am–12:00 pm Looking to recharge your job search? We can help. Get free assistance with your job search every other Tuesday at the Riverdale Library. Ages 18 and up
How to Write, Publish, and Promote Your Book (re-scheduled) 1/23/16 12:00-2:00 pm Authors, Adrienne Prather and LaSaundra Gafford, will discuss what it takes to write, publish, and promote a new book. Ages 18 and up “Selma”: The Story Of A Movement 2/8/16 6:00–8:15 pm This film chronicles the tumultuous 3 month period in 1965, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led a dangerous campaign to secure equal voting rights in the face of violent oppositions. Ages 18 and up Valentine’s Day Cupcake War at Your Library 2/12/16 12:00-2:00 pm Patrons will submit 2 decorated cupcakes using a Valentine’s Day theme. Setup begins at 12:00pm, judging by staff begins at 1:00pm. ‘Bring it on’. (Cupcakes will be judged on originality, decorating and taste.) (There will be 3 prizes issued.) Ages 18 and up
Join The Exchange Every First Friday of the Month January 8, February 5, and March 4 12:00–2:00 pm The Riverdale Library has partnered with other community advocate agencies throughout Clayton County. Check out our Email Class, Basic Computer Class, Resume Building Class, clothing exchange, and a lot more. Participation for computer classes:10. Ages 18 and up Registration required.
NON-RECURRING EVENTS Hibernation Family Story time and Craft 01/19/2016 5:00-6:00PM P.J. Story time and craft for the whole family. Join us for hot chocolate and cookies. Please Register, seats are limited. AGES: Children and families
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