January / February Access Magazine by Richland Library

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JANUARY | FEBRUARY 2013 RICHLANDLIBRARY.COM

from the director

what’s happening at richland libraries

Have you ever caught sight of yourself in a mirror and thought “Maybe it’s time for a new look?” Could be those acid washed jeans you can still rock (good for you!) or that closet full of plaid flannel shirts and Doc Martens that are still your go-to wardrobe staples. Or maybe you have a haircut that could just as easily be from 1963 as 2013? On the outside, you look dated and out of touch, but inside you still feel young and vibrant. That’s exactly how we felt.

so. We’ve got a new, contemporary look that better reflects how we and our customers feel about what we do. Hopefully you’ve noticed the new logo on our signs and the shortened name - bringing the focus to the word “library.” Our new tagline, “Access Freely,” is exactly how we want you to use and think of all the wonderful resources we offer. But while much of this may sound cosmetic, our makeover is more than skin deep. For the past two years, our staff has been working hard to change who

Our library is a contemporary, vibrant organization, valued and supported by the community and customers like you. Now, we have a brand – the visual look and feel – that reflects this. On

December 3, the Richland Library unveiled a new brand, which included a name change, a new logo and a new website at RichlandLibrary.com.

Guess who’s starting the year with a makeover? It’s your very own library! Noticed? We sure hope

New Look. Same Mission.

“Our makeover is more than skin deep. For the past two years, our staff has been working hard to change who we are from the inside out. Like any good company, we understand that we have promised things to you that we intend to deliver.”

we are from the inside out. Like any good company, we understand that we have promised things to you and we intend to deliver. We promise to be:

The logo demonstrates the evolution of the library, leaving itself to interpretation by the viewer. It respects the tradition of the library, while looking forward to and embracing its future. Some may see a book, an eReader or a laptop. The logo is both traditional and digital, bold yet simple, new and recognizable. The color blue, perhaps one of the most well-liked colors, is refreshing, imaginative, approachable,

Featured Staff:

established and stable.

Lori Cook | Job Readiness Trainer

We’ve spent the last several months developing the library’s

What’s your favorite thing about the library?

brand and considering how the community views and uses

The library is the common dominator - everyone belongs here!

the library. With the help of the local agency ADCO, we’ve

Welcoming - We are not only friendly, we are familiar. We pride ourselves on our hospitality and treat our customers like guests.

developed the look and feel of our brand, and tested it

What surprised you most about the library

Caring - You use the library because you need something we have to offer - but the reason you’ll return is because you know we care.

with actual and potential customers. Implementation of the

once you started working here?

Committed to Offering You the Best - We are passionate about what we do. We pride ourselves on being ahead of the curve.

brand is all about our customers though, ensuring a quality,

The diversity of services, collections and people inspires me every

Helpful - We jump at the chance to help. We are flexible and try to eliminate barriers. We always work to put “Yes” before “No.”

personalized experience that exceeds expectations.

day. Whether you like the convenience of downloading books to your iPad or the feel of a good paperback, the library has you covered.

Fresh and Fun - We work to be current and interesting. We look for ways to have fun at work, to share our passions and interests with you.

Ever used the saying “Pretty is as pretty does?” That’s what comes to mind when I read our promises. No matter how exciting

The Richland Library provides resources and information that

Where else can you view a gallery art exhibit, download the latest

advances our community. Access freely!

Avett Brothers song, book a personal librarian and research your

our makeover is, how we act is what people will remember.

family tree all within three short escalator rides? Amazing!

Warmly,

What did you want to be as a child? A cast member of “Hee Haw.” Sadly, the show was cancelled before I got my shot at down home country stardom.

Melanie Huggins | Executive Director

How does your job help the library and the community? Director’s Picks

As part of the Business and Job Center Team, I encourage, inform and coach job seekers every day to acquire the skills and confidence

I just finished

I’m just starting

I can’t stop listening to

Holidays On Ice | David Sedaris

Saturday | Ian McEwan

King Animal | Soundgarden

You don’t want to miss

they need to move forward toward fulfilling employment.

An Evening with Morihiko Nakahara SC Philharmonic Music Director 7 p.m., Tuesday, January 15

What reality TV would you like to star in? Real Housewives of Columbia. My tag line? “In a city that’s famously hot, I’m one cool librarian. When you judge this book by its cover, you will want to check it out.”

BOARD MEETINGS Library: 5:30 p.m., Mondays, January 14 and February 11

I couldn’t live without:

Friends: 12:30 p.m., Fridays, January 4 and February 1

Goodwill, Unsweet Peach Tea and Fresh Basil

Foundation: Noon, Wednesday, February 13 2

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from the director

what’s happening at richland libraries

Our library is a contemporary, vibrant organization, valued and supported by the community and customers like you. Now, we have a brand – the visual look and feel – that reflects this. On

December 3, the Richland Library unveiled a new brand, which included a name change, a new logo and a new website at RichlandLibrary.com.

Guess who’s starting the year with a makeover? It’s your very own library! Noticed? We sure hope

New Look. Same Mission.

we are from the inside out. Like any good company, we understand that we have promised things to you and we intend to deliver. We promise to be:

Featured Staff:

established and stable.

Lori Cook | Job Readiness Trainer

We’ve spent the last several months developing the library’s

What’s your favorite thing about the library?

brand and considering how the community views and uses

The library is the common dominator - everyone belongs here!

the library. With the help of the local agency ADCO, we’ve

Welcoming - We are not only friendly, we are familiar. We pride ourselves on our hospitality and treat our customers like guests.

developed the look and feel of our brand, and tested it

What surprised you most about the library

Caring - You use the library because you need something we have to offer - but the reason you’ll return is because you know we care.

with actual and potential customers. Implementation of the

once you started working here?

Committed to Offering You the Best - We are passionate about what we do. We pride ourselves on being ahead of the curve.

brand is all about our customers though, ensuring a quality,

The diversity of services, collections and people inspires me every

Helpful - We jump at the chance to help. We are flexible and try to eliminate barriers. We always work to put “Yes” before “No.”

personalized experience that exceeds expectations.

day. Whether you like the convenience of downloading books to your iPad or the feel of a good paperback, the library has you covered.

Fresh and Fun - We work to be current and interesting. We look for ways to have fun at work, to share our passions and interests with you.

Ever used the saying “Pretty is as pretty does?” That’s what comes to mind when I read our promises. No matter how exciting

The Richland Library provides resources and information that

Where else can you view a gallery art exhibit, download the latest

advances our community. Access freely!

Avett Brothers song, book a personal librarian and research your

our makeover is, how we act is what people will remember.

family tree all within three short escalator rides? Amazing!

Warmly,

What did you want to be as a child? A cast member of “Hee Haw.” Sadly, the show was cancelled before I got my shot at down home country stardom.

Melanie Huggins | Executive Director

How does your job help the library and the community? Director’s Picks

As part of the Business and Job Center Team, I encourage, inform and coach job seekers every day to acquire the skills and confidence

I just finished

I’m just starting

I can’t stop listening to

Holidays On Ice | David Sedaris

Saturday | Ian McEwan

King Animal | Soundgarden

You don’t want to miss

they need to move forward toward fulfilling employment.

An Evening with Morihiko Nakahara SC Philharmonic Music Director 7 p.m., Tuesday, January 15

BOARD MEETINGS Library: 5:30 p.m., Mondays, January 14 and February 11

I couldn’t live without:

Friends: 12:30 p.m., Fridays, January 4 and February 1

Goodwill, Unsweet Peach Tea and Fresh Basil

Foundation: Noon, Wednesday, February 13 2

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Library Director, Board Member Honored for Community Impact The South Carolina Library Association named Richland Library’s Executive Director Melanie Huggins as the 2012 South Carolina Outstanding Librarian at the end of October. Huggins joined the library in 2009 and is currently vice chair/chair elect of the Urban Libraries Council and President of the SC Association of Public Library Administrators. She has also served on the IMLS National Task Force to Define 21st Century Skills for Museums and Public Libraries and is an active member of the American Library

storytimes We’re In Your Neighborhood locations & hours

what’s happening at richland libraries Main | 799-9084 Children’s Room | 929-3434 1431 Assembly St., Columbia 29201 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ballentine | 781-5026 1321 Dutch Fork Rd., Irmo 29063 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Blythewood | 691-9806 218 McNulty Rd., Blythewood 29016 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cooper | 787-3462 5317 North Trenholm Rd., Columbia 29206 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Eastover | 353-8584 608 Main St., Eastover 29044 Mon., Tues., 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wed., Fri., Sat., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thurs., 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Association and the Public Library Association. “Melanie’s passion for her work, vision for the future of libraries and dedication to our profession have made her a leader in South Carolina and beyond,” noted Richland Library Outreach Manager Georgia Coleman in her nomination. “Under her leadership, the library has refreshed its mission, enhanced the customer experience and brought it back to the forefront of our community.” Library Board Member Bob Gahagan, who was instrumental in bringing Huggins to the library in 2009, was also honored as the 2012 South Carolina Outstanding Trustee. Nominated for his more than eight years of dedication to Richland Library’s Board of Trustees, Gahagan is also a member of the library’s Foundation Board of Trustees and has been influential in recruiting new foundation board members tasked with pursuing substantial, long-term funding for the library’s capital needs. “Bob is a gifted leader with the expertise and capacity to motivate and cultivate board members,” said Huggins. “His sense of humor, coupled with his inspiring dedication to the education and well-being of our community, is contagious to all who have the pleasure of serving under his leadership.”

North Main | 754-7734 5306 North Main St., Columbia 29203 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Northeast | 736-6575 7490 Parklane Rd., Columbia 29223 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sandhills | 699-9230 1 Summit Parkway at Clemson Rd., Columbia 29229 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Southeast | 776-0855 7421 Garners Ferry Rd., Columbia 29209 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. St. Andrews | 772-6675 2916 Broad River Rd., Columbia 29210 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Wheatley | 799-5873 931 Woodrow St., Columbia 29205 Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tues., Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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Main | 929-3434 Family Storytime for all ages Stories, songs and much more. 10:30 a.m., Saturdays, January 5 – February 23 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26

Congaree National Park Storytime for all ages Enjoy storytime with a Congaree National Park Ranger as a guest Reader!

Reading Rumpus for all ages Talk, sing, read, write and play as we build your child’s early literacy skills. 6:30 p.m., Mondays, January 7 – February 25 except January 21

11 a.m., Saturday, January 19 , Southeast 11 a.m., Saturday, February 2 , Northeast Group storytimes are available by request. Please call your location to arrange a time.

Toddler Storytime for ages 2-3 Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world. 10:30 a.m., Mondays, January 7 – February 25 except January 21 9:30 a.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26 Mother Goose Storytime birth to 12 months Introduce your baby to the world of books and nurture a love of reading with stories, rhymes and songs. 9:30 a.m., Wednesdays, January 9 – February 27 Hello Baby! birth-23 months Your baby will love storytime while increasing vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. • 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, January 9 – February 27 • 9:30 a.m., Thursdays, January 10 – February 28 Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 Get ready for kindergarten and gain independence in this kids-only storytime. 3:30 p.m., Thursdays, January 10 – February 28 Ballentine | 781-5026 Family Storytime for all ages 11 a.m., Fridays, January 4 – February 22 Blythewood | 691-9806 Family Storytime for all ages 10:30 a.m., Fridays, January 4 – February 22 Cooper | 787-3462 Family Storytime for all ages • 11 a.m., Saturdays, January 5 – February 23 • 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, January 10 – February 28

Eastover | 353-8584 Family Storytime for all ages Head to Eastover Town Hall, 624 Main St. for family fun! 10 a.m., Wednesdays, January 9 and 23, February 6 and 20. North Main | 754-7734 Family Storytime for all ages 11 a.m., Tuesday, January 8 - 29 and February 5 -26 except February 12 Northeast | 736-6575 Toddler Storytime ages 2-3 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, January 3 – February 21 Family Storytime for all ages 11 a.m., Saturdays, January 5 – February 25 Pajamarama Bedtime Storytime for all ages Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear to a relaxing storytime. 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 8 Sandhills | 699-9230 Family Storytime for all ages 11 a.m. Saturdays, January 5 – February 23 Exceptional You for all ages * Stories and songs for children with special needs and their families. Please call ahead to let us know how we can accommodate you and your child. 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, January 8 and February 5 Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 * 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, January 24 – February 28

Southeast | 776-0855 Hello Baby! birth-23 months 10 – 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, January 3 - February 28 Pajamarama Storytime for all ages Wear your PJs and snuggle up for some bedtime stories and songs. 6:30 - 7 p.m., Mondays, January 7 – February 11, February 25 Family Storytime for all ages • 10:30 - 11 a.m., Wednesdays, January 9 – February 20 • 11 – 11:30 a.m., Saturdays, January 5, 19, February 23 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Family Storytime for all ages • 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, January 2 – February 27 • 11 a.m., Saturdays, January 5 – February 23 Hello Baby! birth-23 months * 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, January 3 – February 28 Wheatley | 799-5873 Family Storytime for all ages 10:30 a.m., Fridays, January 4 – February 22 Valentine Storytime for all age Enjoy family storytime from the heart, make and take a special valentine. 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 1 Year of the Snake for all ages Celebrate the Chinese New Year through stories, a lion dance and activities. 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 8 * please register

Toddler Storytime for ages 2-3 * 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, January 16 – February 20 Musical Strings and Stories Enjoy stories and music by classical guitarist Marina Alexandra and her students. 11 a.m., Saturday, February 9

Stories help develop a child’s imagination and discover new ideas. JANUARY | FEBRUARY

storytimes We’re In Your Neighborhood locations & hours

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Main | 929-3434 Family Storytime for all ages Stories, songs and much more. 10:30 a.m., Saturdays, January 5 – February 23 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26

Congaree National Park Storytime for all ages Enjoy storytime with a Congaree National Park Ranger as a guest Reader!

Reading Rumpus for all ages Talk, sing, read, write and play as we build your child’s early literacy skills. 6:30 p.m., Mondays, January 7 – February 25 except January 21

11 a.m., Saturday, January 19 , Southeast 11 a.m., Saturday, February 2 , Northeast Group storytimes are available by request. Please call your location to arrange a time.

Stories help develop a child’s imagination and discover new ideas. JANUARY | FEBRUARY

for families

Fun with Science Do you like science, or need help with a science project? Let’s do it together.

2:30 pm, Saturday, January 12 North Main

Wild Winter Zoo Program What do animals do when the winter gets wild? Join Emily from the Riverbanks Zoo to find out!

10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 17

for school-age children Main | 929-3434 Hands on Art for ages 2-5 Simple art fun for the very young. Dress for a mess! 11 a.m., Fridays, January 4 & February 1

Go Your Own Way Learn how to play Go, a 2,000-year-old strategy game. Win free books and comics. 4 – 5:30 p.m., Fridays, January 11 & February 8

Afternoon of Puppets Watch your favorite stories performed by the Children’s Room puppets! 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 16 3:30 p.m., Monday, February 18

Be My Valentine! 11 a.m., Saturday, February 9

Ballentine | 781-5026 Guess How Many? Guess how many snowflakes enter to win! January 2 – 31 (except January 21)

Wheatley

Happy Valentine’s Day Make Valentines for your loved ones! All day, Thursday, February 14

Ready, Set, Snow! for ages 3 – 8

Blythewood | 691-9806 Whoooooo’s There? for ages 3-8 * Join us as we read stories about owls and learn about the nighttime creatures. 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 16

Hear snow day story favorites and make a snow inspired craft.

4 p.m., Wednesday, January 23 St. Andrews

Pssst, Bear is Sleeping! * Find out why some animals hibernate during the winter months and make a craft. 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 12

Gustafer Yellowgold Award-winning illustrator and songwriter Morgan Taylor presents a live performance of music, animated illustrations and storytelling.

3 p.m., Sunday, February 3 Bostick Auditorium, Main

Columbia City Ballet The Columbia City Ballet will present excerpts and readings from their world premiere performance of the storybook classic The Little Prince by Antoine Saint Exupery.

3 p.m., Sunday, February 24 Bostick Auditorium, Main

Cooper | 787-3462 Cooper Puppet Playhouse 3:30 p.m., Thursday, January 24 Hands on Art for ages 2-5* 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 26 North Main | 754-7734 Chinese New Year * Celebrate the Chinese New Year through stories, a lion dance and activities. 10:30 am, Wednesday, February 6 Be My Valentine! Enjoy stories and songs while making something sweet for your Valentine. 11 a.m., February 12 Northeast | 736-6575 Hands on Art for ages 2-5 10:30 a.m., Fridays, January 4 and February 1

Blythewood Bookworms

Helping your child learn doesn’t take a lot of extra time or money. Head to the library for free family fun.

for ages 9-12 * Don’t know what to read next? Get some ideas, check out author websites, play games and make new friends!

3 p.m., Saturday, January 12 & February 9

Sandhills | 699-9230 Family Fun Stay after story time for some crafty fun. 11:30 a.m. Saturdays, January 5 and February 2 Southeast | 776-0855 Peek a Boo: Did I See You? Celebrate Groundhog Day with stories, songs and crafts. 11 a.m. - Noon, Saturday, February 2 Inspire Your Heart with Art Use color to express what words cannot. 11 a.m. - Noon, Saturday, February 9 Library Lovers’ Day for all ages Tell us why you love your library! 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., Thursday, February 14 Lights, Camera, Action Madagascar: Europe’s Most Wanted (PG) 1:30 – 3 p.m., Monday, February 18 Tell Me a Fairy Tale A great morning to hear enchanted stories. 10:30 - 11 a.m., Wednesday, February 27 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Family Game Night * Share your Sudoku, Chess or Scrabble skills and sharpen your mind. 6 p.m., Thursday, January 24 & February 28 Slurpy Soup Day for ages 3- 8 Hear some soupy stories, find some new recipes and make a craft. 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 5

Blythewood

Main | 929-3434 Paws for Reading for ages 6-9 Practice your reading with service dogs who love to listen to a good story! For new readers. 3:30 p.m., Saturdays, January 12 & February 23

Book Explorers for ages 9-12 * Tweens, get some great book suggestions to take you away from the winter weather. 3 p.m. Saturdays, January 19 & February 16

Blythewood | 691-9806 LEGO Dream Team: Castles for ages 6-12 * Build with LEGOs to make the world of a Medieval castle! 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 23

Southeast | 776-0855 Oh! That’s Gross! for ages 9-12 See what can happen to your body from head lice to toe jam. 11 a.m. – Noon, Saturday, January 12

North Main | 754-7734 Twix-n-Between for ages 9-13 Join us for a great read from fantastical to ghost stories and everything in between 2:30 p.m., Saturdays, January 5 & February 2

Adventures in Archaeology for ages 9-12 “Dig” the past of what kids your age did hundreds of years ago with hands-onactivities and crafts. 4 – 5 p.m., Fridays, January 25 & February 15

Northeast | 736-6575 LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 Create robots, cities, creatures and more, all using LEGOs! 3:30 p.m., Mondays, January 14 & February 18 Mardi Gras for ages 6-12 Create a mask for our private parade during the library’s Mardi Gras celebration! 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 12 Sandhills | 699-9230 Read to a Dog for ages 6-12 Practice your reading with one of our furry friends. 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, January 2 – February 27

Happy Valentine’s Day for ages 6-12 Make paper valentines for your favorites. 4 – 5 p.m., Tuesday, February 12 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Be My Valentine for ages 6-12 Come celebrate this lovely holiday with stories and songs and make your own valentines. 4 p.m., Thursday, February 14 Thursday Tween Reads for ages 9-12 * Good books, good times! Join us as we discover some tween reads! 3:30 p.m., Thursday, February 21

* please register * please register

Weekly Wednesday Chapters for ages 6-8 Join us as we read aloud from great chapter books and play games. Snacks will be provided!

3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, January 16 – February 13 Cooper

Journal Me This for ages 9-12 Follow in the footsteps of Greg and Amelia by keeping a record of your amazing life, and share your favorite moments rom the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

3:30 p.m., Friday, January 18 Northeast

Help, I Need A Science Project Idea!

for ages 9-12 Watch cool science tricks and get excited about the world of science.

4 – 5 p.m., Tuesday, January 29 Southeast

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for families

Fun with Science Do you like science, or need help with a science project? Let’s do it together.

2:30 pm, Saturday, January 12 North Main

Wild Winter Zoo Program What do animals do when the winter gets wild? Join Emily from the Riverbanks Zoo to find out!

10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 17

for school-age children Main | 929-3434 Hands on Art for ages 2-5 Simple art fun for the very young. Dress for a mess! 11 a.m., Fridays, January 4 & February 1

Go Your Own Way Learn how to play Go, a 2,000-year-old strategy game. Win free books and comics. 4 – 5:30 p.m., Fridays, January 11 & February 8

Afternoon of Puppets Watch your favorite stories performed by the Children’s Room puppets! 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 16 3:30 p.m., Monday, February 18

Be My Valentine! 11 a.m., Saturday, February 9

Ballentine | 781-5026 Guess How Many? Guess how many snowflakes enter to win! January 2 – 31 (except January 21)

Wheatley

Happy Valentine’s Day Make Valentines for your loved ones! All day, Thursday, February 14

Ready, Set, Snow! for ages 3 – 8

Blythewood | 691-9806 Whoooooo’s There? for ages 3-8 * Join us as we read stories about owls and learn about the nighttime creatures. 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 16

Hear snow day story favorites and make a snow inspired craft.

4 p.m., Wednesday, January 23 St. Andrews

Pssst, Bear is Sleeping! * Find out why some animals hibernate during the winter months and make a craft. 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 12

Gustafer Yellowgold Award-winning illustrator and songwriter Morgan Taylor presents a live performance of music, animated illustrations and storytelling.

3 p.m., Sunday, February 3 Bostick Auditorium, Main

Columbia City Ballet The Columbia City Ballet will present excerpts and readings from their world premiere performance of the storybook classic The Little Prince by Antoine Saint Exupery.

3 p.m., Sunday, February 24 Bostick Auditorium, Main

Blythewood Bookworms

Helping your child learn doesn’t take a lot of extra time or money. Head to the library for free family fun.

for ages 9-12 * Don’t know what to read next? Get some ideas, check out author websites, play games and make new friends!

3 p.m., Saturday, January 12 & February 9

Blythewood

Main | 929-3434 Paws for Reading for ages 6-9 Practice your reading with service dogs who love to listen to a good story! For new readers. 3:30 p.m., Saturdays, January 12 & February 23

Book Explorers for ages 9-12 * Tweens, get some great book suggestions to take you away from the winter weather. 3 p.m. Saturdays, January 19 & February 16

Blythewood | 691-9806 LEGO Dream Team: Castles for ages 6-12 * Build with LEGOs to make the world of a Medieval castle! 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 23

Southeast | 776-0855 Oh! That’s Gross! for ages 9-12 See what can happen to your body from head lice to toe jam. 11 a.m. – Noon, Saturday, January 12

North Main | 754-7734 Twix-n-Between for ages 9-13 Join us for a great read from fantastical to ghost stories and everything in between 2:30 p.m., Saturdays, January 5 & February 2

Adventures in Archaeology for ages 9-12 “Dig” the past of what kids your age did hundreds of years ago with hands-onactivities and crafts. 4 – 5 p.m., Fridays, January 25 & February 15

* please register * please register

Weekly Wednesday Chapters for ages 6-8 Join us as we read aloud from great chapter books and play games. Snacks will be provided!

3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, January 16 – February 13 Cooper

Journal Me This for ages 9-12 Follow in the footsteps of Greg and Amelia by keeping a record of your amazing life, and share your favorite moments rom the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

3:30 p.m., Friday, January 18 Northeast

Help, I Need A Science Project Idea!

for ages 9-12 Watch cool science tricks and get excited about the world of science.

4 – 5 p.m., Tuesday, January 29 Southeast

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for teens Can We Talk? for teen males only Join in workshops that help males navigate the challenges of life.

7 p.m., Wednesday, January 16 North Main

Guitar Club * Bring your instrument and participate in a group or individual lesson to get you started with a great instrument.

7 p.m., Thursdays, January 17 & February 21 St. Andrews

Y.A. Book Club Discuss the best recent young adult fiction.

4 – 5 p.m., Fridays, • January 25 | Pathfinder by Orson S Card Northeast

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February 22 | Virals by Kathy Reichs Northeast

Richland Library Resources * Join us for an exploration of some FUNdamental databases that will make your homeschool projects a breeze.

11 a.m. - Noon, Friday, February 8 Southeast

Financial Aid 101: College Goal South Carolina Join the experts with USC’s Educational Talent Search program for hands-on help filing the FAFSA form the first step to receiving financial aid. For students and parents.

10 a.m., Saturday, February 23 Bostick Auditorium, Main

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for teens Main Rock the Vote? Find out more about the political process, the parties and how you can make a difference. 3:30 p.m., Saturday, January 5 Seminar Room Teen Otaku Association For fans of anime, manga and everything Japanese, check out our anime club for videos, food and fun! 6 p.m., Mondays, January 7, 14 & 28, and February 4-25 Bostick Auditorium • February 4- Animation Workshop with Morgan Taylor Teen Idol All Stars: Audience Favorite Performance Enjoy a live performance of Audience Favorite, Susan Ellis. Noon - 1 p.m., Saturday, January 19 C. David Warren Gallery, Main TOA Marathon Mark your calendars for cosplay and a special anime marathon hosted by the Teen Otaku Association. 10 a.m., Saturday, February 23 Children’s Room TAB’s Anti-Valentine: The Hunger Games May the odds be ever in your favor as you compete with your friends in challenges inspired by The Hunger Games. 3:30 p.m., Saturday, February 2 Children’s Room Illustration & Cartooning Gustafer Yellowgold creator Morgan Taylor will show you how to draw panel art, plot basics and character creation. 6 p.m., Monday, February 4 Bostick Auditorium Cooper TAB Discuss programming ideas and get the word out about cool things happening at the library. Also earn volunteer hours. 3:30 p.m., Saturdays, January 26 & February 23 Game On! Bring your friends for pizza, Wii games, card games, and classic board games. Winners take home bragging rights. 6 p.m., Wednesday, January 9

Valentine’s Party We’re throwing back to elementary school to celebrate this year - cupcakes, Valentine’s candy, and DIY cards to get you into the Valentine’s Day mood. 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 13 North Main Craft Café Join us for an afternoon of crafts and more. 2:30 pm, Saturday, January 19 Northeast Y.O.S.H.I. The Youth Organization for Selection of Hypnotic Illustrations wants you! We select anime to watch together in a relaxed setting and discuss manga. 6 – 8 p.m., Wednesdays, January 2 – February 27

Southeast Hablamos for teens and adults Learning Spanish? Ya lo hablas? Join us on the first and third Wednesday evenings every month and enjoy an hour of some relaxed Spanish chit chat. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays, January 2 & 16, February 6 & 20 Graphic Novel Book Club * Join your fellow “Graphicionados” to talk about Graphic Novels and Manga. 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Fridays, January 4 & February 1 Ready Animator Lab * Use one of our Ready Animator production tools and create your own stop motion short. Space is limited. 10 a.m. – Noon & 3-5 p.m.,Saturdays, January 12 & February 9

Play It Loud for ages 10+ Bring your friends and make some noise playing wall-projected videogames or gather around for tabletop games. 3 – 5 p.m., Saturdays, January 5 & February 2

Teen Cinema What better way to celebrate than to watch the classic comedy, “Groundhog Day?” Pizza served at beginning of film, popcorn throughout. 3-5 p.m., Saturday, February 2

LitWits Writers Club for teens and adults Whether you’re working on a great novel or trying to find your creative spark, you will find friends among the Litwits. 3 – 5 p.m., Saturdays, January 19 & February 16

Create a Cookbook Bind, stitch, and press pages together, and then transcribe family recipes, favorite dishes, and tasty treats to create a cookbook. 3 - 4 p.m., Saturday, February 23

Sandhills Homework Support Lab Laptops and library resources for 6th to 8th graders. 2:30 – 5 p.m., Mondays, January 7 – February 25

St. Andrews Teen Game Time Hang out with your friends at St. Andrews and play your favorite video games after school. 3 -5 p.m., Thursdays, January and February

Teen Bookgroup Great books, great discussion. Meet with Sandhill’s adult book group and discuss The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker. 7 p.m., Wednesday, January 9 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 19

St. Andrews Chess Club for teens and adults Show your mental mastery against the Columbia Chess Club in a casual game or a tournamen. 6 p.m., Monday, January 7

Sources of Light Margaret McMullan Recommended by Rebecca Kolb Children’s Room Librarian When Sam moves to Jackson, Mississippi, she encounters a world very different from the one she left in Pennsylvania. The year is 1962, and Sam and her mother, an art professor, find themselves at the center of the struggle for civil rights. Sam takes pictures of a sit-in and uses her camera to try to understand the discrimination she sees all around her. Can she find a source of light amid all the hate? This novel, perfect for middle and high school students, shows the 1960s South from new perspective and offers an honest glimpse at both sides of the Civil Rights movement.

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for teens Can We Talk? for teen males only Join in workshops that help males navigate the challenges of life.

7 p.m., Wednesday, January 16 North Main

Guitar Club * Bring your instrument and participate in a group or individual lesson to get you started with a great instrument.

7 p.m., Thursdays, January 17 & February 21 St. Andrews

Y.A. Book Club Discuss the best recent young adult fiction.

4 – 5 p.m., Fridays, • January 25 | Pathfinder by Orson S Card Northeast

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February 22 | Virals by Kathy Reichs Northeast

Richland Library Resources * Join us for an exploration of some FUNdamental databases that will make your homeschool projects a breeze.

11 a.m. - Noon, Friday, February 8 Southeast

10 a.m., Saturday, February 23 Bostick Auditorium, Main

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Play It Loud for ages 10+ Bring your friends and make some noise playing wall-projected videogames or gather around for tabletop games. 3 – 5 p.m., Saturdays, January 5 & February 2

Teen Cinema What better way to celebrate than to watch the classic comedy, “Groundhog Day?” Pizza served at beginning of film, popcorn throughout. 3-5 p.m., Saturday, February 2

Create a Cookbook Bind, stitch, and press pages together, and then transcribe family recipes, favorite dishes, and tasty treats to create a cookbook. 3 - 4 p.m., Saturday, February 23

Sandhills Homework Support Lab Laptops and library resources for 6th to 8th graders. 2:30 – 5 p.m., Mondays, January 7 – February 25

St. Andrews Teen Game Time Hang out with your friends at St. Andrews and play your favorite video games after school. 3 -5 p.m., Thursdays, January and February

St. Andrews Chess Club for teens and adults Show your mental mastery against the Columbia Chess Club in a casual game or a tournamen. 6 p.m., Monday, January 7

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Homework Help Workshop: Intro to Research Tools *

Learn where to search for reliable online resources to help your middle or high school student with assignments and projects.

6 p.m., Thursdays, January 10 & 24 Blythewood

The True History of Lake Murray Historian Randall Shealy presents the ‘true’ history of Lake Murray through artifacts, photographs and stories from the era of dam construction in 1927.

3 p.m., Sunday, January 13 Walker Local and Family History

Struggling Readers: A Program for Parents Tracey Ely, Director of Tutor Eau Claire, shares tips and fun activites to help your child increase fluency and comprehension.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 15 Bostick Auditorium, Main

Bad Art Night: My Bloody Valentine Join other 20/30 somethings in creating sub-par art while listening to cheesy tunes. Worst art of the night wins an even more hideous prize. We’ll provide the supplies and snacks!

7 p.m., Wednesday, February 6 , Bostick Auditorium, Main

English as a Second Language: Survival English * Students from all nations are welcome to participate in an eight-week course concentrating on survival English and citizenship skills.

2 - 5 p.m., Saturdays, February 9–March 30 Sandhills

Cooper Have Your Cake and Ebook, Too 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thursday, January 3

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Main Walking in the Past Lane Timothy Hein, artistic director of the Columbia Baroque Soloists will discuss music in colonial-era South Carolina. 6 p.m., Thursday, January 3 Walker Local and Family History iPick Film Series:Weight of the Nation HBO addresses obesity and an initiative to launch one of the most far-reaching public health campaigns on this epidemic. • Parts 1-2: 3 p.m., Saturday, January 5, Bostick Auditorium • Parts 3-4: 3 p.m., Sunday, January 6, Bostick Auditorium

Lakeview, Booker and Johnson: The Hallowed This documentary describes the history of Booker T. Washington, C.A. Johnson and Lakeview high schools through interviews with teachers and alumni. Meet the filmmaker, Mr. Eugene Washington 3 p.m., Sunday, January 27 Bostick Auditorium Altered Books: Create Funky Art Out of Books! * Use a book as your canvas to create funky original artwork that you’ll want to display. 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 29 Bostick Auditorium

Anime for Adults Connect with others who love one of Japan’s pop-culture exports. 3 p.m., Saturday, January 12 and February 9 Bostick Auditorium

Have Your Cake and E-Book Too See how e-readers work, learn about the 3M Cloud Library and have some cake too! 5 p.m., Wednesday, January 30 Bostick Auditorium

Struggling Readers: A Program for Parents Help your child increase fluency and comprehension with fun games and reading tips. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 15 Bostick Auditorium

An Evening with Morihiko Nakahara What’s playing at the Philharmonic? SC Philharmonic Music Director Nakahara discusses the upcoming concert program. 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 5 Film and Sound

Lunch & Listen Bring your lunch and enjoy the sounds of local artist. Coffee’s on us! 12:30 p.m. Thursdays, January 17 and February 21 Film and Sound

Walking in the Past Lane John Brown Still Lives is a finalist for the 2012 Frederick Douglass Book Prize. Author, scholar and USC professor R. Blakeslee Gilpin will join us to discuss. 6 p.m., Thursday, February 7 Walker Local and Family History

Speed Friending Bring your favorite book and come prepared to chat about it as we guide you through lively rounds of rapid friending. We’ll provide the snacks and the tunes. 7 p.m., Thursday, January 17 Bostick Auditorium

iPick Film Series: Chimpanzee Disneynature takes moviegoers deep into the forests of Africa with a new True Life Adventure introducing an adorable baby chimp named Oscar. 3 p.m., Sunday, February 17 Bostick Auditorium

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Women’s Self Defense Class * Richland County Sheriff’s Deputies will teach you self-defense. This class is for women only, 18 years or older or ages 16+ with a parent. Comfortable clothing is recommended. 9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m., Saturday, January 12 Scam Smart * Sergeant Lori Tumlin of the Forest Acres Police Department will address issues of door to door and telephone scams. 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 12 North Main Basket Weaving Experience the art of Pine needle basket weaving. 11 a.m., Wednesdays, January 2-30 and February 13-27 Computer Clinics: Computer Care If you know how to use a computer, but get frustrated with certain tasks, help is here! 6:30 pm, Tuesday, January 15 GED Preparation Join us for free GED classes. 4 p.m., Mondays, January 7- February 25 Wednesdays, January 9- February 27 Northeast Consumer Law Legal Clinic Join members of the South Carolina Bar pro-bono program to learn about the issues of Consumer Law and have your questions answered about credit card, purchases, and loans. 6:30 – 8 p.m., Thursday, January 31 Acrylic Landscape Painting Workshop Learn basic techniques in creating acrylic landscape paintings with professional artist, Victoria Billings. Supplies provided. 3 – 5 p.m., Saturday, January 26 Sandhills eReady Or Not! Bring your device and your questions to our drop-in sessions. 6:30 – 8 p.m., Mondays, January 7 – 28 An Evening with Morihiko Nakahara SC Philharmonic Music Director Nakahara discusses the upcoming concert program. 7 p.m., Tuesday, January 15

Tai Chi Tai Chi improves balance and coordination, and is for any fitness level. 10 – 11 a.m., Fridays, January 4 –February 22 Southeast Homeschooling and Your Child Home School Association representatives discuss teaching from home. 11 a.m. - Noon, Friday, January 4 Homeschool Tools Learn how our databases can enhance your homeschool efforts. 11 a.m. - Noon, Friday, February 1

Garden Like a Master Learn about plants native to the area from the South Carolina Midlands Master Gardeners. Cooper | 787-3462

Native Plants * 10 a.m., Friday, January 18

Roses * 10 a.m., Friday, February 15 Wheatley | 799-5873

Pruning * 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 6

New Year, New You Become a better you! Financial 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Fitness 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Nutrition 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Less Stress Living 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday,

Southeast | 776-0855

Pruning January 19 February 16

3 – 4:30p.m., Saturday, January 26

Butterfly Gardens 7 p.m., Thursday, February 21

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International Film, Fare and Discussion Watch and discuss an international film. Light food or drink from film’s country of origin will be served. 2:30-5 p.m., Saturdays, February 9 & April 13 20/30 Somethings Join other 20 and 30 somethings for good times through trivia and other games. 7 – 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 27 Beginner ASL Learn the basics of American Sign Language. 7 – 8 p.m., Wednesdays, January 9, February 13 & April 10 GED & Join us 4 p.m., 4 p.m.,

WorkKeys Classes * for free GED & WorkKeys classes. Mondays, January 7- February 25 Wednesdays, January 9- February 27

St. Andrews The Burning of Columbia 1865 * Sherman’s drive to the sea left Columbia in ashes. Get the real scoop from author and SC Civil War historian Tom Elmore. 7 p.m., Tuesday, February 26 Chinese Tea House: The Traditional Place of Leisure * Learn to identify tea leaves and enjoy a good cup of tea. Co-sponsored by USC’s Confucius Institute. 3 p.m., Saturday, January 12 JANUARY | FEBRUARY

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Homework Help Workshop: Intro to Research Tools *

Learn where to search for reliable online resources to help your middle or high school student with assignments and projects.

6 p.m., Thursdays, January 10 & 24 Blythewood

The True History of Lake Murray Historian Randall Shealy presents the ‘true’ history of Lake Murray through artifacts, photographs and stories from the era of dam construction in 1927.

3 p.m., Sunday, January 13 Walker Local and Family History

Struggling Readers: A Program for Parents Tracey Ely, Director of Tutor Eau Claire, shares tips and fun activites to help your child increase fluency and comprehension.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 15 Bostick Auditorium, Main

7 p.m., Wednesday, February 6 , Bostick Auditorium, Main

English as a Second Language: Survival English * Students from all nations are welcome to participate in an eight-week course concentrating on survival English and citizenship skills.

2 - 5 p.m., Saturdays, February 9–March 30 Sandhills

Cooper Have Your Cake and Ebook, Too 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thursday, January 3

Programs and resources to engage your mind and expand your horizons. Access freely.

Anime for Adults Connect with others who love one of Japan’s pop-culture exports. 3 p.m., Saturday, January 12 and February 9 Bostick Auditorium

Have Your Cake and E-Book Too See how e-readers work, learn about the 3M Cloud Library and have some cake too! 5 p.m., Wednesday, January 30 Bostick Auditorium

Struggling Readers: A Program for Parents Help your child increase fluency and comprehension with fun games and reading tips. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 15 Bostick Auditorium

An Evening with Morihiko Nakahara What’s playing at the Philharmonic? SC Philharmonic Music Director Nakahara discusses the upcoming concert program. 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 5 Film and Sound

Lunch & Listen Bring your lunch and enjoy the sounds of local artist. Coffee’s on us! 12:30 p.m. Thursdays, January 17 and February 21 Film and Sound

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Garden Like a Master Learn about plants native to the area from the South Carolina Midlands Master Gardeners. Cooper | 787-3462

Native Plants * 10 a.m., Friday, January 18

Roses * 10 a.m., Friday, February 15 Wheatley | 799-5873

Pruning * 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 6

New Year, New You Become a better you! Financial 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Fitness 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Nutrition 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Less Stress Living 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday,

Southeast | 776-0855

Pruning January 19 February 16

3 – 4:30p.m., Saturday, January 26

Butterfly Gardens 7 p.m., Thursday, February 21

April 20 May 18

WorkKeys Classes * for free GED & WorkKeys classes. Mondays, January 7- February 25 Wednesdays, January 9- February 27

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Interested in knitting, needlework, scrapbooking or other crafts? Bring your own portable craft project and share with fellow crafters!

Main | 231-6329 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 & 15 and February 12 & 26 Ballentine | 781-5026 6 p.m., every Thursday North Main | 754-7734 11 a.m., Thursdays, January 3 & 17 and February 7 & 21

Northeast | 736-6575 11 – 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 & 15 and February 12 & 19

Sandhills | 699-9230 1 – 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26 Southeast | 776-0855 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26

St. Andrews | 772-6675 * 1 p.m., Thursdays, January 3 & 17, February 7 & 21

Let’s Speak English

Internationals, join our conversation sessions and practice speaking English in a relaxed environment!

Main | 231-6329 10 a.m., Wednesdays, January 9 – February 27 Bostick Auditorium Northeast | 736-6575 7 p.m., Mondays, January 28 – February 25

Sandhills | 699-9230 11 a.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26 Southeast | 776-0855 7 – 8 p.m., Tuesdays, January 15 – February 26

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Main | 231-6329 Tuesday Morning Literary Discussion Group: Romantic Love Join Dr. Keen Butterworth to discuss: • Great Expectations 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 15 Bostick Auditorium • The Great Gatsby 10 a.m., Tuesday, February 19: Bostick Auditorium Vista Book Group A contemporary readers’ meet-up. • 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami 6 p.m., Wednesday, January 23 Film and Sound • Life of Pi: A Novel by Yann Martel 6 p.m., Wednesday, February 27 Film and Sound

Third Thursday Book Club In January, we are reading The Age of Miracles by Karen Walker Thompson In February, we are reading the One Book, One Columbia selection. 1 p.m., Thursdays, January 17 and February 21

Southeast | 776-0855 3rd Thursday Book Group * Please call for this month’s selection. 7 – 8:30 p.m., Thursdays, January 17 & February 2 Brown Bag Short Story Discussion * Please call for this month’s selection. 2nd Wednesday of the month Noon – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10

Urban Book Group The Help by Kathryn Stockett Contact Crystal at 929-3400 to find out more. 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 5 Bank of America Conference Room

St. Andrews | 772-6675 International Book Club for Beginners International ESOL friends join volunteers to practice English in a relaxed atmosphere. Read and discuss books exploring diverse cultures. 10 a.m., Tuesdays, January 15 – February 26

Great Books Discussion Group • Conscience by Immanuel Kant 7 p.m., Wednesday, January 9 Bank of America Conference Room • Alienated Labour by Karl Marx 7 p.m., Wednesday, February 13 Bank of America Conference Room

International Book Club for Advanced Readers * International ESOL friends join volunteers to practice English in a relaxed atmosphere. Read and discuss books exploring diverse cultures. 7 p.m., Thursday, February 14

Ballentine | 781-5026 Bookin’ It in Ballentine * 6:30 p.m., January 30 and February 27

Book Banter Discussion Group Join others for a discussion of interesting books. New members welcome. 7 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 & February 12

Cooper | 787-3426 Cooper Branch Book Club * Meets the first Monday of every month. 10 a.m., Mondays, January 7 & February 4 North Main | 754-7734 Page Turners 6:30 pm, Tuesday, January 29 and February 26 Northeast | 736-6575 Northeast Regional Book Group 7 p.m. Thursday, January 10 & February 14 Sandhills | 699-9230 Second Wednesday Book Club Discuss The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker. In February, we will be reading the One Book, One Columbia selection. 7 p.m., Wednesdays, January 9 and February 13

Wheatley | 799-5873 Wheatley’s Book Club Please join the Wheatley Branch for lively book discussions. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Saturdays January 26 and February 23

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Computer Basics

Main | 231-6329 Introduction to Computers I * Learn basic terms, the parts of the computer and how it works. Practice using the mouse by completing a self-paced tutorial. • 10 a.m., Saturday, January 5 Training Room • 6:30 p.m., Thursday, February 7 Training Room Microsoft Word (2010) * Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Word 2010. • 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 9 Training Room • 10 a.m., Saturday, February 2 Training Room Introduction to Computers II * Learn how to perform basic computer tasks using Microsoft Windows. Open programs and learn how to edit and organize files. • 10 a.m., Saturday, January 12 Training Room • 6:30 p.m., Thursday, February 14 Training Room Microsoft Powerpoint (2010) * Learn basic skills for creating a presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint (2010). Learn to create new slides, edit text and insert images. • 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 16 Training Room • 10 a.m., Saturday, February 9 Training Room Email Basics * Become familiar with using electronic mail to create, send, and receive messages. Learn how to save contacts and tips for identifying junk mail. 10 a.m., Saturday, January 19 Training Room Microsoft Excel (2010) * Learn the basics of building a spreadsheet, creating charts and performing calculations using Microsoft Excel (2010). • 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 23 Training Room • 10 a.m., Saturday, February 16 Training Room

Internet Basics I * Become familiar with using a Web browser to view information on the Internet. Learn how to use search engines, such as Google, to find information. 6:30 p.m., Thursday, February 21 Training Room Intermediate Microsoft Word (2010) * Learn intermediate skills for Microsoft Word 2010, such as creating lists, using headers and footers, working with tables, and adding pictures and graphics. 6:30 p.m., Thursday, February 28 Training Room

Sandhills | 699-9230 Internet Basics 10 – 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 16 Microsoft Word 10 – 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 30 Email Basics 10 – 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 13 Introduction to Computers II 10 – 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 27

Cooper | 787-3426 Introduction to Computers I * 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 15 Introduction to Computers II * 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 22 Email Basics * 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 12 Email Basics II * 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 19 Basic Internet I * 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 29 Basic Internet II * 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 5 Northeast | 736-6575 Introduction to Computers I * 10:30 – 12:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 9 Introduction to Computers II * 10:30 – 12:30 a.m., Wednesday January 30

Southeast | 776-0855 Computer Basics I * • 6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursdays, January 10 & March 7 • 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturdays, February 2 & April 6 Computer Basics II * • 6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursdays, January 17 & March 14 • 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturdays, February 9 & April 13 E-Mail Basics * • 6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursdays, January 24 & March 21 • 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturdays, February 16 & April 20 Microsoft Word 2010 Basics * • 6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursdays, January 31 & March 28 • 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturdays, February 23 & April 27

Email Basics * 6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, February 7

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Introduction to Computers * 7 p.m., Wednesday, February 27 Internet Basics * 10:30 – 12:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 13

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series for adults Book Clubs

Sew Divine

Interested in knitting, needlework, scrapbooking or other crafts? Bring your own portable craft project and share with fellow crafters!

Main | 231-6329 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 & 15 and February 12 & 26 Ballentine | 781-5026 6 p.m., every Thursday North Main | 754-7734 11 a.m., Thursdays, January 3 & 17 and February 7 & 21

Northeast | 736-6575 11 – 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 & 15 and February 12 & 19

Sandhills | 699-9230 1 – 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26 Southeast | 776-0855 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26

St. Andrews | 772-6675 * 1 p.m., Thursdays, January 3 & 17, February 7 & 21

Let’s Speak English

Internationals, join our conversation sessions and practice speaking English in a relaxed environment!

Main | 231-6329 10 a.m., Wednesdays, January 9 – February 27 Bostick Auditorium Northeast | 736-6575 7 p.m., Mondays, January 28 – February 25

Sandhills | 699-9230 11 a.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26 Southeast | 776-0855 7 – 8 p.m., Tuesdays, January 15 – February 26

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Urban Book Group The Help by Kathryn Stockett Contact Crystal at 929-3400 to find out more. 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 5 Bank of America Conference Room

Ballentine | 781-5026 Bookin’ It in Ballentine * 6:30 p.m., January 30 and February 27

Book Banter Discussion Group Join others for a discussion of interesting books. New members welcome. 7 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 & February 12

Wheatley | 799-5873 Wheatley’s Book Club Please join the Wheatley Branch for lively book discussions. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Saturdays January 26 and February 23

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Computer Basics

Email Basics * 6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, February 7

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Introduction to Computers * 7 p.m., Wednesday, February 27 Internet Basics * 10:30 – 12:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 13

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2 4 Main | 231-6329 African Songs and Rhythms for all ages Join renowned artist Baba Seitu for drums, stories, songs and more. 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 2

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Voices of Our People for all ages A celebration of African-American history and culture through music, poetry and dance hosted by Zuri of Zuri’s Parallel Worlds. 3 p.m., Saturday, February 16 Harlem Hellfighters for adults The 369th Harlem Hellfighters were an integral part of the French Army during WWI. President and historian of the Harlem Hellfighters museum, Major General Nathanial James, will give a presentation about this unit. 3 p.m., Sunday, February 17 Walker Local and Family History

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TOP PICKS AT RICHLAND LIBRARY | 2012 CHILDREN’S BOOKS 1. Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet Jane O’Connor 2. The Duckling Gets A Cookie! Mo Willems

TEEN BOOKS 3. Between the Lines Jodi Picoult 4. Insurgent Veronica Roth

MOVIES 7. Real Steel (PG-13) 8. Contagion (PG-13)

MUSIC 9. 2012 Grammy Nominees 10. Some Nights Fun.

North Main | 754-7734 Voices of Our People for all ages Celebrate Black History Month and AfricanAmerican culture with songs, poems, speeches and more. 2:30 pm, Saturday, February 9 Northeast | 736-6575 Our Own Renaissance for ages 9-12 Listen to Langston Hughes and try your hand at writing and performing your own poetry during this celebration of the Harlem Renaissance. 3:30 p.m., Friday, February 15 I Lost My Tooth… for ages 5-12 Learn what happens when you lose your tooth in Africa, as well as other cool cultural facts! 3:30 p.m., Saturday, February 23

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Celebrate Black History Month for all ages Hear a special storytime honoring Black History Month. 11 a.m., Saturday, February 9 St. Andrews Sandhills | 699-9230 Voices of Our People for adults Celebrate Black History Month and African-American culture with songs, poems and speeches by famous African-Americans. 6 p.m., Thursday, February 7

Southeast | 776-0855 Echoes from the Motherland for all ages Join us as we celebrate the richness of African dance, songs and culture. Noon - 1 p.m., Saturday, January 26 Voices of Our People for all ages 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, February 18 Wheatley | 799-5873 African American Storytelling for all ages Join Jeanette Samuels, M.Ed., NBCT, an accomplished educator and storyteller as she tells fanciful fables and spins her own stories that combine new and old cultures. 11 a.m., Saturday, February 9

Finding Your Unsung Heroines Join Alexia Helsley in a discussion of unsung heroines of the Carolina Frontier through the lens of African-American Genealogy.

10:30 a.m. – Noon, Saturday, February 9 Northeast

Lift Every Voice and Sing for all ages Celebrate Black History month through the talents of local children’s choirs.

Noon - 1 p.m., Saturday, February 16 Southeast

Representing Our Yesterdays, Today and Tomorrows for all ages Samuel’s Blessed Bears Day Care Center creatively portrays famous African Americans.

10:30 am, Saturday, February 23 North Main

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ADULT BOOKS 5. Fifty shades of Grey E.L. James 6. Private: #1 Suspect James Patterson

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black history month

2 4 Main | 231-6329 African Songs and Rhythms for all ages Join renowned artist Baba Seitu for drums, stories, songs and more. 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 2

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TOP PICKS AT RICHLAND LIBRARY | 2012 CHILDREN’S BOOKS 1. Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet Jane O’Connor 2. The Duckling Gets A Cookie! Mo Willems

TEEN BOOKS 3. Between the Lines Jodi Picoult 4. Insurgent Veronica Roth

MOVIES 7. Real Steel (PG-13) 8. Contagion (PG-13)

MUSIC 9. 2012 Grammy Nominees 10. Some Nights Fun.

Finding Your Unsung Heroines Join Alexia Helsley in a discussion of unsung heroines of the Carolina Frontier through the lens of African-American Genealogy.

10:30 a.m. – Noon, Saturday, February 9 Northeast

Lift Every Voice and Sing for all ages Celebrate Black History month through the talents of local children’s choirs.

Noon - 1 p.m., Saturday, February 16 Southeast

Representing Our Yesterdays, Today and Tomorrows for all ages Samuel’s Blessed Bears Day Care Center creatively portrays famous African Americans.

10:30 am, Saturday, February 23 North Main

* please register

ADULT BOOKS 5. Fifty shades of Grey E.L. James 6. Private: #1 Suspect James Patterson

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the business & job center Career Encore Monthly Networking & Support Group * Share the challenges you are facing, obtain workplace development advice and resources and enhance your networking opportunities in a supportive and empowering environment.

9:30 a.m., Thursday January 3 and February 7 Bostick Auditorium, Main

Job Hunting Tips and Tricks on Fridays * Get personal assistance with your resume and job search.

2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Fridays January 4 – February 22 Blythewood

Building Your Social Network Learn the ins and outs of Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, including tips for building a useful and relevant social network. Beginners welcome.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays January 29 & February 26 Northeast

How to Find the Work You Love * Sylvie Golod, Career Specialist, shows how to best use of your time to find the work you love.

12 p.m., Tuesday February 14 Business and Job Center, Main

the business & job center

Grow your business and your career at the library. Social Networking for Your Small Business * Learn how to use social media Web sites to promote and market your business. 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 22 Business and Job Center

Main | 929-3457 Interview Practice Practice Interviews for individuals are first come, first served. Groups by appointments only please. 10 a.m.-Noon, Wednesdays January 2 - February 27 Business and Job Center Now is the time! Tackling Your Career Resolutions in the New Year * Dr. Marva Coates, Richland One Adult Education, Crystal Johnson, Richland Library’s Computer Basics Instructor and Sylvie Golod, Richland Library’s Career Specialist, to learn how the library can help you with GED classes, computer classes and career coaching. 12 p.m., Thursday, January 10 Business and Job Center Business Etiquette Class * Learn the rules of professionalism and ways to present yourself in person, in writing, online and in social business interactions. 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 15 Business and Job Center Interviewing Do’s and Don’t s * Be prepared on interview day! Discuss what “to do” and “not to do” during that important interview. 3 p.m., Wednesday, January 16 Business and Job Center Don’t Fear IT! How to Relieve Your Techno-Stress * Understanding technology in today’s job market is more important than ever before. Let us help you reduce your techno-stress. 12 p.m., Thursday, January 17 Business and Job Center LinkedIn Open Lab Over 130,000 recruiters use LinkedIn to search for job candidates, so improve your LinkedIn profile. • 12 p.m., Friday, January 18 Business and Job Center • 10 a.m., Friday, February 22 Business and Job Center

Resume Open Lab Work with trained staff to actively construct a targeted resume that will help you get the interview. • 12 p.m., Wednesday, January 23 Business and Job Center • 12 p.m., Saturday, February 16 Business and Job Center Dive Right In! The Latest in Social Networking * Join Jason Broughton, Workforce Development Trainer from the SC State Library, to learn how fun and fresh websites can help you get organized, improve your job search and stand out among job seekers! 12 p.m., Thursday, January 24 Business and Job Centerr Find a Job Online * Explore online resources and ways to search for and apply for jobs online. Learn how to upload a resume to a Web site or application. 2 p.m., Monday January 28 Business and Job Center Social Networking for Your Job Search * Learn about LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to network and search for jobs. 12 p.m., Wednesday, February 13 Business and Job Center How to Find the Work You Love * Sylvie Golod, Career Specialist, shows how to best use of your time to find the work you love. 12 p.m., Tuesday February 14 Business and Job Center

Career Change? How About a Career in Education? * Learn about the opportunities with Patricia Williams, Alternative Education at the SC Department of Education, Rick Wise, Troops to Teachers Program Manager and Sally Barefoot, Office of Leader Effectiveness. 1 p.m., Tuesday, February 19 Business and Job Center Brand You! Market Yourself to Get the Job!* Discover how to define yourself through the development of a personal brand. 3 p.m., Wednesday, February 20 Business and Job Center Enhance Your Employability * Improve your employability with free online learning and web resources for job seekers. 3 p.m., Monday, February 25 Business and Job Center Blythewood | 691-9806 Interviewing Dos and Don’ts* 2 – 4 p.m., Friday, February 1 Eastover | 353-8584 Tech Tuesdays One-on-one computer assistance with software, resumes and job searching. 4-8 p.m., Tuesdays, January 8 – February 26

North Main | 754-7734 Technology Thursdays Get assistance on online job applications, resumes, cover letters and more. 4 p.m., Thursdays, January 3-31 and February 7 -28

Sandhills | 699-9230 Online Jobs and Resume Lab Continue your job search with hands-on computer lab time. 10 – 11:30a.m., Wednesday, January 9 & 23 and February 6 & 20

Northeast | 736-6575 Resume Open Lab Receive one-on-one assistance in constructing or updating your resume 6:30 – 8 p.m., Thursday, January 17

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Enhance Your Employability Improve your employability with free online learning and web resources for job seekers. 3 p.m., Wednesday, January 30

Enhance Your Employability Improve your employability with free online learning and web resources for job seekers. 3 p.m., Wednesday, January 23 Brand You! Market Yourself to Get the Job! Discover how to define yourself through the development of a personal brand. 3 p.m., Wednesday, February 6 Find a Job Online Class Explore various online resources and learn ways to search and apply for jobs online. 3 – 5 p.m. Wednesday, February 27

Wheatley | 799-5873 Job Safari Need help applying for a job online or setting up your resume? Schedule an appointment for personalized assistance. 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Mondays, January 7 - February 27 T-N-T Tuesdays Stay “Technology N’ Touch”! Create or update your Facebook, LinkedIn or Google+ Account or get help with adding books to

* please register

Career Makeover Tips for the New Year!

Whether you’re unemployed, underemployed or transitioning to a different career, 2013 can be your opportunity for a fresh start! Begin with these helpful strategies:

Craft a vision...

Join a networking group...

You are the CEO of you. Think of your strengths and passions. When do you feel the most effective? What are your knowledge, skills and abilities? This way of thinking will help you create a focused and targeted career roadmap. The more you are driven by your interests, the more you will persevere.

such as Career . . . Encore! There is strength in numbers. Meet other job seekers every month and share ideas, experiences and connections.

Create an action plan... Set long and short term goals toward your vision. Each goal can then be broken down into manageable, weekly and monthly tasks. Schedule a Career Coaching appointment in the Business and Job Center for help creating your action plan.

Work smarter not harder... by spending time on job-search activities in proportion to how productive they are. For example, 50 percent or more of jobseekers find jobs through networking opportunities not sitting behind a computer!

Get organized.... Use the Business and Job Center as your office away from home. You have access to various workforce development resources, and you will be encouraged by the friendly, knowledgeable staff.

Plan some fun time... to take care of yourself. Remember to eat well, exercise, get a good night’s sleep and finally, do or say one nice thing for someone you know each day! This is called “paying it forward.”

Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest & Instagram.

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9:30 a.m., Thursday January 3 and February 7 Bostick Auditorium, Main

Job Hunting Tips and Tricks on Fridays * Get personal assistance with your resume and job search.

2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Fridays January 4 – February 22 Blythewood

Building Your Social Network Learn the ins and outs of Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, including tips for building a useful and relevant social network. Beginners welcome.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays January 29 & February 26 Northeast

How to Find the Work You Love * Sylvie Golod, Career Specialist, shows how to best use of your time to find the work you love.

12 p.m., Tuesday February 14 Business and Job Center, Main

the business & job center

North Main | 754-7734 Technology Thursdays Get assistance on online job applications, resumes, cover letters and more. 4 p.m., Thursdays, January 3-31 and February 7 -28

Sandhills | 699-9230 Online Jobs and Resume Lab Continue your job search with hands-on computer lab time. 10 – 11:30a.m., Wednesday, January 9 & 23 and February 6 & 20

Northeast | 736-6575 Resume Open Lab Receive one-on-one assistance in constructing or updating your resume 6:30 – 8 p.m., Thursday, January 17

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Enhance Your Employability Improve your employability with free online learning and web resources for job seekers. 3 p.m., Wednesday, January 30

* please register

Career Makeover Tips for the New Year!

Whether you’re unemployed, underemployed or transitioning to a different career, 2013 can be your opportunity for a fresh start! Begin with these helpful strategies:

Craft a vision...

Join a networking group...

such as Career . . . Encore! There is strength in numbers. Meet other job seekers every month and share ideas, experiences and connections.

Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest & Instagram.

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Books, Movies and More.

FRIENDS

Need a few books to accomplish a New Year’s

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resolution? Want to learn more about cooking? Or maybe you just want to find some of your

Mother Honored for Giving Back to Library Cynthia Byrd received the 2012 Best of Philanthropy Individual Award from Columbia Metropolitan Magazine and Central Carolina Community Foundation in November. Byrd raised more than $17,500 to dedicate a tree in the Children’s Room at Main and to rename the St.

classic favorites on vinyl. Find all of these and

Join the Friends

more at the Friends’ Winter Book Sale. Prices

The Richland Library Friends is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness of

who was killed in a car accident at the age of 20. Byrd credits the library

start as low as 50 cents for paperbacks and $1

and support for the library. Memberships start at only $25. Call 803-988-0885 to

for being an important resource to her three children, from learning to

for hard backs. Movies, music and auidobooks

join today.

read to using computers for school projects to filling idle time during

Andrews conference room in memory of her youngest son, Brandon,

are also available. Questions? Call 988-0885.

the summer. Cynthia Byrd, left, and Lee Rambo, right, of the Richland Library Foundation. Photo courtesy of the Central Carolina Community Foundation.

Preview Sale For Friends’ Memebers Only 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Friday, January 25

Friends’ Winter Book Sale 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, January 26

From Dewey to Digital at your Library Richland Library’s electronic resources were showcased at From Dewey

RCPL Operations Center

to Digital, an event exclusively for Richland Library Foundation donors

130 Lancewood Rd. | Columbia, SC 29210

at the Literary Circle level ($500 and up) in October. Participants saw interactive demonstrations on downloading e-books onto numerous

In addition to invitations to exclusive events, Literary Circle level donors are recognized in a number of ways: •

Your name is included on the Richland Library Literary Circle Wall on the First Level of Main.

•

You are assigned a personal librarian to assist you with all your library needs.

•

You receive a special Literary Circle library card.

•

Your name is included in an annual publication recognizing donors.

•

Your generosity will help Richland Library continue its tradition of inspiring a lifelong love of reading and helping the people of our community broaden their horizons.

devices as well as accessing music, magazines and Mango languages. Other cutting edge technology shown included the Makerbot 3-D printer and Ready Animator. The Richland Library Literary Circle is a group of individuals and Artist Brandon Reese (top left, bottom left) at the gallery opening in November. Reese is joined by Friends’ Board Member Susan Hackett (top center) and her husband, along with Director of Literacy and Learning Tony Tallent (bottom center) and Clo Cammarata, Programs and Partnerships Manager.

Laughter and Raindrops The digital art of North Carolina based artist Brandon Reese will be on display in the library’s Gallery at Main through January 31.

organizations dedicated to ensuring high quality programs and services for future generations. While the core level of membership is at the $500 level, other levels exist for those who wish to contribute more. To learn more or to make a Literary Circle level gift, please contact Tina Gills at 803-929-3424 or tgills@RichlandLibrary.com.

A poignant example of art translating to commercial applications, Reese’s exhibit Laughter and Raindrops features retro-inspired imagery as well as a contemporary edge, full of humor, emotion and delightful moments. The Richland Library Friends help make exhibits and events like these possible.

Save the Date Toast the library at the Literary Vine, the library’s annual wine and beer tasting,

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F O U N D AT I O N give freely.

Support the Foundation Help advance your community while making your library even better. Contact Tina Gills at 803-929-3424 or tgills@RichlandLibrary.com to support your library.

hosted by the Richland Library Friends. Stay tuned for details! Saturday, May 18 | Main 18

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support your library

RICHLAND LIBRARY

Books, Movies and More.

FRIENDS

Need a few books to accomplish a New Year’s

give freely.

resolution? Want to learn more about cooking? Or maybe you just want to find some of your

classic favorites on vinyl. Find all of these and

Join the Friends

more at the Friends’ Winter Book Sale. Prices

The Richland Library Friends is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness of

who was killed in a car accident at the age of 20. Byrd credits the library

start as low as 50 cents for paperbacks and $1

and support for the library. Memberships start at only $25. Call 803-988-0885 to

for being an important resource to her three children, from learning to

for hard backs. Movies, music and auidobooks

join today.

read to using computers for school projects to filling idle time during

Andrews conference room in memory of her youngest son, Brandon,

are also available. Questions? Call 988-0885.

the summer. Cynthia Byrd, left, and Lee Rambo, right, of the Richland Library Foundation. Photo courtesy of the Central Carolina Community Foundation.

Preview Sale For Friends’ Memebers Only 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Friday, January 25

Friends’ Winter Book Sale 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, January 26

From Dewey to Digital at your Library Richland Library’s electronic resources were showcased at From Dewey

RCPL Operations Center

to Digital, an event exclusively for Richland Library Foundation donors

130 Lancewood Rd. | Columbia, SC 29210

at the Literary Circle level ($500 and up) in October. Participants saw interactive demonstrations on downloading e-books onto numerous

In addition to invitations to exclusive events, Literary Circle level donors are recognized in a number of ways: •

Your name is included on the Richland Library Literary Circle Wall on the First Level of Main.

•

You are assigned a personal librarian to assist you with all your library needs.

•

You receive a special Literary Circle library card.

•

Your name is included in an annual publication recognizing donors.

•

Your generosity will help Richland Library continue its tradition of inspiring a lifelong love of reading and helping the people of our community broaden their horizons.

Laughter and Raindrops The digital art of North Carolina based artist Brandon Reese will be on display in the library’s Gallery at Main through January 31.

Save the Date Toast the library at the Literary Vine, the library’s annual wine and beer tasting,

RICHLAND LIBRARY

F O U N D AT I O N give freely.

Support the Foundation Help advance your community while making your library even better. Contact Tina Gills at 803-929-3424 or tgills@RichlandLibrary.com to support your library.

hosted by the Richland Library Friends. Stay tuned for details! Saturday, May 18 | Main 18

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