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SUMMER LEARNING CHALLENGE page 3

RICHLAND LIBRARY’S STUDIO CONCEPT page 5

THE LITERARY VINE page 22

MAY | JUNE 2014 RICHLANDLIBRARY.COM

from the director

Dear Friends: Earlier this year, I got the chance to speak at TedX Columbia. I was thrilled to be part of a group of thoughtful and talented speakers and performers, but I was even more excited to help spread ideas on a topic that I am truly passionate about—the importance of customer experience.

Unlike other businesses (but not unlike many nonprofits), libraries don’t create a product. We only create experiences. If we want to create great experiences for our users, we have to think differently about how and where our customers interact with us.

It’s true that many of the feelings or impressions a customer has about an organization are shaped by in-person, human to human interactions. That’s why customer service training is often sought out as the solution to improving how organizations are perceived. But customer service is only one of many touchpoints that shape your overall experience.

When we talk about customer experience, we are actually talking about the before, during and after of all of the interactions with an organization’s services, people, processes and, if you make or sell something, its products too.

Say you hear about a new restaurant from a friend and they make it sound great—the atmosphere is laid back, the beer list and music terrific, and the food outstanding. You look it up on Yelp and it’s got great reviews. You peruse photos of the entrees on FoodSpotting and you are ready to book a babysitter for Friday night.

Your expectations and perceptions are being shaped and you’ve not yet interacted with anything produced by the company. This is all a part of the before. From the moment you become aware of an organization, you are having an experience with it whether the organization is intentionally creating it or not.

Certainly social media helps shape our before experiences but so do other very real, physical elements. Even the smallest things can make an impression—is it easy to park, well lit, clean? Does it feel safe? What if the signage is hidden and you drive past the restaurant several times before seeing it? The architecture itself is like a billboard for the kind of experience you will have. Children’s museums, no matter what city I’m in, always seem to get the architecture right—clearly understanding who their audience is and what impression they are making before you’re even through the door.

Like many organizations, the library works to enhance customers experience by focusing on staff interactions with library users. But we also think holistically about what the customer experience is. Understanding the before has helped our library reconsider everything from our logo to our building signage, website, card application process, and even what our job descriptions say about us to potential employees.

In a world where information is easy to come by and books are more affordable than ever, we understand that the customer experience is one of our key differentiators. It’s important for us to be authentic because in the end what you feel about the library—your experience—is all that matters.

Warmly,

Melanie Huggins, Executive Director

DIRECTOR’S PICKS

I just finished

I’m just starting

I can’t stop listening to

You don’t want to miss

Dear Life

We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves

GIRL

Teen to Screen Book Club We read great books, then

Alice Munro

Karen Joy Fowler

Pharrell Williams

watch the movie versions, and discuss!

Up next: Ender’s Game.

See page 12 for details.

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what's happening

YOUR SUMMER. YOUR LEARNING CHALLENGE. Tony Tallent | Director of Literacy & Learning In many ways, the Summer Learning Challenge will operate like our Summer Reading Challenge from former years. We will offer a structure for tracking your reading efforts as well as milestones to celebrate successes. With this year’s Summer Learning Challenge, we are adding further options (and encouragement) to explore personal learning interests and goals.

We hope that everyone will see the connection between what they choose to read, watch or experience.

The long, warm weeks of summer are fun. For many of us they offer up a different type of free time—a time to explore new places, spend time enjoying friends and family or simply being a bit lazier and relaxed! Summer can also be a busy time, filled with many options and connections to make. This is certainly the case at the library.

For most libraries, encouraging summer reading through programs, unique services and—of course—filling arms and book bags with multiple books and reading materials is the daily call to action. Summer reading is important business at the library! We know that reading is the basis for strong learning and that learning is what we want to support for our curious community members of all ages. Hopefully you have sensed that Richland Library has embraced the concept of individual and community learning more and more in the past couple years, and with this in mind, we are pleased to introduce you to the 2014 Richland Library Friends’ Summer Learning Challenge!

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The National Summer Learning Association notes that “[p]arents consistently cite summer as the most difficult time to ensure that their children have productive things to do,” and further, “half of the achievement gap between lower- and higher-income youth can be explained by unequal access to summer learning opportunities.”

Richland Library is interested in helping change languishing summers into learning summers for youth and adults as well. Please stay tuned to find out how we are doing this, including a second year of “Project Summer Stride,”

Footnotes 300+ The number of people who received assistance with Affordable Care Act questions and enrollment on Saturday, March 29 at Main.

the library’s effort to help counter the effects of summer learning loss in early elementary students.

This summer, challenge yourself to learn more about an interest that has been calling your name or dive deeper into a subject through the help of our expert library staff. Need a learning challenge? We can offer up a few for you. Let’s make this a summer of learning together!

SUMMER LEARNING CHALLENGE KICKOFF for all ages School’s out! Celebrations to mark the beginning of summer and the start of the Richland Library Friends’ Summer Learning Challenge.

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Main | 11 a.m., Saturday, May 31

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Ballentine | 2 – 4 p.m., Wednesday, June 11 With fantastical balloon creations by Balloonopolis

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Cooper | 11 a.m., Saturday, May 31 With special guest, singing librarian Fran Sanderson

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North Main | 3 p.m., Saturday, May 24

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Sandhills | 6:30 p.m., Saturday, June 14 Echoes of Africa with live music, poetry and dancing

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Southeast | 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday, June 7

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St. Andrews | 10 – 2 p.m., Thursday, May 29

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Wheatley | 2 – 4 p.m., Thursday, June 12 With fantastical balloon creations by Balloonopolis

1,200

The number of hand-selected books delivered each month to customers’ homes through Richland Library’s Homebound Service.

more than

17,000 The number of children, teens and adults who signed up for the 2013 Friends’ Summer Reading Challenge.

The number of people who attended The Literary Vine last year.

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Featured Staff

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Angela Webster, Associate Richland Library Blythewood What’s your favorite thing about working at the library?

The sheer abundance of information I have free access to and being allowed to share that wealth with our customers daily. There is nothing better than an awed “How did you find that?” and saying “Come, let me show you!”

If you could trade places with one person for the day, dead or alive, who would it be?

Amelia Earhart – she ignored all prejudices of her time, overcame financial obstacles and found a way to follow her passion to prove that men and women are equal in jobs that require intelligence, knowledge, willpower and a cool head. (Also she was clearly not afraid of heights, which I am, to my great distress.)

How do you think the library inspires the community?

What is your most memorable library experience?

One of my great joys is working with our young summer volunteers. To have them come back as college students and tell me how our working together behind-

Richland Library influences and changes

the-scenes has removed all perceived

lives every day through classes, pro-

barriers toward their university libraries

grams and dedicated employees. We

shows me that our programs are indeed

provide a safe environment with equal

improving lives.

rights and opportunities for every resident. We enhance the community, one customer at a time.

Outside of the library, what is one of your favorite hobbies?

Traveling and reading travel literature.

Why did you choose to work in a library?

I was that weird kid that sorted her book shelves “just so,” hung out at the library way too often and knew in middle school that she wanted to be a librarian.

Lucky me!

UPCOMING CLOSINGS All locations will be closed Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day.

BOARD MEETINGS Library: 5:30 p.m., Mondays, May 12 & June 9 Friends: 12:30 p.m., Wednesdays, May 28 & June 11 Foundation: Noon, Wednesday, June 18

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We’re In Your Neighborhood locations & hours

what's happening 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. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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.

Richland Library at EdVenture 211 Gervais St., Columbia 29201 Tues. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sun. Noon - 5 p.m.

what's happening

WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOUR LIBRARY In November, Richland County residents passed a $59 million bond referendum that will enhance library facilities over the course of the next several years.

The Studio Concept Richland Library is envisioning a studio concept for its locations, where individuals can craft and develop skill sets and ideas that will take them far beyond the walls of the library. This new approach will include five special areas: teen, career, arts and literature, media and technology, and education. Each studio will be designed to engage with different learning styles and offer opportunities for socializing, solitude and interactions with library collections and technology.

Fall 2013 – Program Managers Hired The library hired M.B. Kahn to manage the building efforts and help maximize every dollar by enlisting the expertise of those who specialize in construction logistics.

Fall 2013 – Design Groups Hired To truly envision the future of library facilities and services, several design groups were hired – The Boudreaux Group of Columbia; McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture of Greenville; and Margaret Sullivan Studio of New York. These innovative, forward-thinking firms will ensure that the reconfiguration of Richland Library Main meets the current and future needs of our community.

Fall 2013 – Community Conversations After approval of the bond in November, the library began conversations with the community to gather input on how library services benefit them.

These efforts will continue throughout the planning and implementation of the building program.

We welcome your input – share your ideas with us at DesignFreely@RichlandLibrary.com.

2014 – Richland Library Main Richland Library is continuing its efforts to collaborate with the community to create the libraries of the future. An internal Building Advisory Group and an Outside Expert Group were established, allowing others to lend their expertise to the process. Richland Library remains committed to sharing information on what’s planned and what’s taking shape.

March 2014 – Sandhills The library has explored several location options for the new Richland Library Sandhills and is hoping to create a shared facility with another like-minded organization. The new facility will be located outside of the Summit neighborhood but as close to the existing facility as possible. The library hosted a series of tailored, community conversations to further define the outlined specific needs in December.

Late 2014 Richland Library plans to make additional details about the construction timelines available by the end of 2014. The design period would take seven – 10 months depending on the scope of the project.

2015 Customers should expect to see the first phase of enhancements and construction at several locations. The first three projects include: Richland Library Main (renovation); Richland Library North Main (renovation); and Richland Library Sandhills (new).

2016 All of the projects outlined in the library’s 20142017 Capital Needs Plan should be underway by 2016. Some may already be finished, while others are in construction or just wrapping up the final planning stages.

MAY | JUNE 5

storytimes

Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months Your baby will love storytime while increasing vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs.

Main | 929-3434

North Main | 754-7734

Mother Goose Storytime for babies Introduce your baby to the world of books.

Nurture a love of reading and develop their attention span with stories, rhymes and songs.

Healthy Eating Storytime for families Join us for a storytime and a visit from a DHEC dietitian to learn all about healthy eating and even sample some fruits and veggies!

9:30 a.m., Mondays, May 5 – June 30 Except May 26

10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 12 Northeast | 736-6575

Main | 929-3434 9:30 a.m., Thursdays May 8 – June 26

Reading Rumpus for all ages Talk, sing, read, write and play as we build your child’s early literacy skills.

A Month of Mother Goose for 0–3 year olds 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, May 1 – 29

6:30 p.m., Mondays, May 5 – June 30 Except May 26

Pajamarama Storytime for families 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 6

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 Get ready for kindergarten! Your child will gain confidence and independence in this kids-only storytime.

Sandhills | 699-9230

3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25 North Main | 754-7734 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays May 13 – 27 and June 3, 10 & 24 Southeast | 776-0855 10:30 – 11 a.m., Thursdays May 1 – June 26 Baby Teasers, Muscle Builders activities: 11 – 11:30 a.m.

May 15 and June 19

Exceptional You for all ages Stories and songs for people with special needs and their families. Call ahead to let us know how we can accommodate your family.

Movers and Shakers Storytime for families Get ready to move and shake, shake, shake while listening to stories, songs and more!

6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 6 & 27 and June 3 – 24

11 a.m., Fridays, May 9 and June 13 & 27

Pajamarama Storytime for all ages 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, May 1 – June 5

Puppetpalooza for all ages See your favorite puppets!

• 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 14 • 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 4 • 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 17 • 6:30 p.m., Monday, June 23

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., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 4

St. Andrews | 772-6675 10:30 a.m., Thursdays May 1 – June 26

Grow It! Storytime for all ages Discover facts about food, how things grow and get hands-on in the garden.

Wheatley | 799-5873

11 a.m., Friday, May 30

10:30 a.m., Wednesdays May 7 – June 25

Blythewood | 691-9806 A Little Spark of Magic for ages 3-8 * Join us for stories and a magic craft!

3 – 3:45 p.m., Saturday, May 24

Southeast | 776-0855 Pajamarama Storytime for all ages 6:30 – 7 p.m., Mondays, May 5 – June 30 Except May 26 Morning of Puppets for all ages 10:30 – 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 25 Evening of Puppets for all ages 6:30 – 7p.m., Monday, June 30

Cooper | 787-3462 Strings and Stories for all ages Guitarist Marina Alexandra and students perform in this special storytime.

11 a.m., Saturday May 3 Eastover | 353-8584

Music in the Morning for all ages Enjoy stories and a visit with Steven Sloan from “Suzuki Strings at USC” as he makes some music during this special storytime.

Pajamarama Storytime for all ages Wear your pajamas for bedtime stories.

11 a.m., Saturday, May 24

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 24

* please register

Congaree National Park Storytime Enjoy storytime with a special guest from the Congaree National Park.

11 a.m., Saturday, June 14

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St. Andrews | 772-6675

storytimes

Family Storytime for all ages

North Main | 754-7734

Share stories, songs and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.

• 11 a.m., Saturdays, May 3 – 31 • 11 a.m., Fridays, June 6 – 27 Northeast | 736-6575

Main | 929-3434 • • • •

10:30 a.m., Saturdays, May 3 – June 28 10:30 a.m., Mondays, May 5 – June 30 9:30 a.m., Tuesdays, May 6 – June 24 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25

Ballentine | 781-5026 11 a.m., Fridays, May 2 – June 27 Blythewood | 691-9806 10:30 a.m., Fridays, May 2 – June 27 Cooper | 787-3462 • 11 a.m., Saturdays, May 3 – June 28 • 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, May 1 – June 26 Eastover | 353-8584 11 a.m., Saturdays, June 7 – June 28

11 a.m., Saturdays, May 3 – June 28 Except May 31 Sandhills | 699-9230 11 a.m., Saturdays, May 3 – June 28 Southeast | 776-0855 • 10:30 – 11 a.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25 • 11 – 11:30 a.m., May 14 and 28: Brain Teasers, Muscle Builders • 11 – 11:30 a.m., Saturdays, May 24 & 31 and June 7 & 21 St. Andrews | 772-6675 • 11 a.m., Saturdays, May 3 – June 28 • 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – 25 Wheatley | 799-5873 10:30 a.m., Fridays, May 2 – June 27

Try these storytime favorites recommended by our Children’s Room staff!

There’s An Alligator Under My Bed Mercer Mayer

Whistle For Willie Ezra Jack Keats

Red-Eyed Tree Frog Joy Cowley

Harry The Dirty Dog Gene Zion

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for school-age children 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, May 3 & June 14 TAG Team for 5th-7th graders Join our Tween Advisory Group to help the library with service projects, programs and more. Team members earn volunteer hours.

3 p.m., Saturdays, May 17 & June 21 Mysterious Library Society for ages 6-9 Join the society for secret stories, mysterious tales and more.

3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, June 3 – 24

Flowers for Mom for ages 6-8 * Listen to stories and show Mom how special she is by making her a beautiful gift.

3:30 – 4:15 p.m., Thursday, May 8

Kids Yoga for ages 6-12 * Yoga helps children develop strong, flexible bodies and minds. Wear loose, comfortable clothes to class!

11 a.m., Tuesdays, June 3, 10 & 24

Build a Castle! for ages 9-12 * Learn how castles were attacked and defended and build your own.

Eastover | 353-8584

3 – 4 p.m., Wednesday, June 11

LEGO Madness for ages 9-12 2 – 5 p.m., Saturday, May 17

Flower Power! for ages 6-12 * Learn how to make beautiful flowers from clay with guest instructor Nastaran Kzerounian.

S.T.E.A.M. Powered Summer for ages 9-12 Build cars, catapults and coasters and see what makes them go and go faster!

3 – 4 p.m., Monday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 17

3 p.m., Tuesday, June 17 North Main | 754-7734

Fold It! for ages 9-12 Join us for paper folding fun with origami.

Take Me to Your Leader! for ages 6-12 * Join us for funny stories about space invaders and design your own alien and its flying saucer.

Twix-n-Between for ages 9-13 Join us for a great read from fantastical to ghost stories and everything in between

11 a.m., Friday, June 20

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 25

2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 10

Ballentine | 781-5026

Cooper | 787-3462

Northeast | 736-6575

Read to a Dog for ages 6-8

Gardening for Birds for ages 6-12 Join Richland County Master Gardeners to learn to garden for birds!

LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 3:30 p.m., Mondays, May 12 and June 9 & 23

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 18

Great Artists Summer Series for ages 3-12 Create art in the style of the masters and explore different mediums.

3 p.m., Thursdays, May 1 and June 12 Ballentine Tween Book Club for ages 9-12 * Join us to talk about Granny Torrelli Makes Soup by Sharon Creech.

2 p.m., Tuesday, June 17 Happy Un-Birthday Party for ages 3-12 Join us for stories, games, crafts and a treat to celebrate your very merry un-birthday!

2 p.m., Wednesday, June 25 Blythewood | 691-9806 Blythewood Bookworms for ages 9-12 * You never know what fun activities we’ll do, but you can always count on hearing about exciting books.

3 - 4 p.m., Saturday, May 3 * please register

Read to a Dog for ages 6-12 3:30 p.m., Thursdays, May 1 – June 26 Sewing Saturdays for ages 9-12 * Learn to sew with simple and fun projects!

3:30 p.m., Saturdays, May 10 and June 14 LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 Create robots, cities, creatures and more using LEGO blocks!

3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, May 21 and June 18 Shredded Book Challenge for ages 6-12 A book has been shredded. What was it?

Give your best guess and a winner will be drawn from correct entries.

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Sandhills | 699-9230 Homework Support Lab for grades 6-8 * Laptops, tutors and support to help students get the most from their education.

2:30 – 5 p.m., Mondays, May 5 –19 and June 2 READ to a Dog for ages 6-12 Practice reading with a furry friend.

3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25

June 2 – 30

Young Illustrators Workshop for ages 6-12 * Try your artistic hand at illustration while learning the techniques of some of our favorite picture book artists. Space is limited! Please call to register.

3 p.m., Thursdays, June 5 – 26 Main | 929-3434

2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, June 3 – 17

Great Artists Summer Series for ages 3-12 Create art in the style of the masters and explore different mediums.

2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, June 3 – 17 Northeast | 736-6575

for school-age children

AWARD WINNING BOOKS! The 2014 South Carolina Book Award Winners were announced in March to attendees at the 39th Annual South Carolina Association of School Librarians conference held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Since 1976, when 16 schools participated, the book award program has expanded to include more than 500 schools and more than 60,000 students. The students of South Carolina have chosen:

Picture Book

Pete the Cat: Rocking in my School Shoes

Children’s Book

Junior Book

Young Adult Book

R. J. Palacio

Wendelin Van Draanen

Veronica Roth

Wonder

The Running Dream

Divergent

Eric Litwin

Southeast | 776-0855 Chapter Chasers Book Club for ages 6-8 Discuss the who, what, when, where and how while earning prizes and having fun!

11 a.m. – noon, Saturdays • May 31: Junie B. Jones is a Party Animal

by Barbara Park • June 21: Lions at Lunch Time

by Mary Pope Osborne Lit Blitz for ages 9-12 Join the most exciting book club ever with discussions, games, prizes and more.

Noon – 1 p.m., Saturdays • May 31: Mrs. Roopy is Loopy

by Dan Gutman • June 21: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth by Jeff Kinney What Every Girl Should Know Camp for girls ages 9-12 * An adventurous invitation to expressive dance, simple sewing crafts, developing hidden talents and more.

2 – 4 p.m., Monday – Thursday, June 9 – 12 A – Z Mysteries for ages 6-8 Mysteries and intrigue await you!

What Every Boy Should Know Camp for boys ages 9-12 * Learn to build a race car, sew a button, make a grilled cheese sandwich, fly the best paper airplanes and more.

2 – 4 p.m., Monday – Thursday, June 23 – 26 Learn To Make Balloon Animals for ages 8+ * Always wanted to learn to make fun balloon shapes? Join us and learn.

2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Friday, June 27 LEGO Madness for ages 6 and up 11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, June 28 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Once Upon a Time: Tales from a Fairy for ages 3 -12 * Meet Zephyr, a fairy who will be sharing her own tales and help you create your very own pair of fairy or dragon wings!

4 p.m., Wednesday, May 28 LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 • 6 p.m., Thursdays, May 29 and June 26 • 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 17

Donuts and Dads for ages 6 and up Celebrate Father’s Day and bring your dad, brother or favorite guy for fun and games.

A Journey with the Monkey King for ages 6-12 Travel with the mischievous Money King through stories, opera/shadow puppet theater and crafts. Take a self-made Monkey King headband home.

11 a.m. – Noon, Saturday, June 14

3 p.m., Saturday, June 14

2 – 3 p.m., Friday, June 13

Programs for Parents Help! My “Bs” become “Ds” and my “Qs” become “Ps” for parents Specializing in dyslexia and struggling readers, Tracey Ely, co-author of Helpful Hints for Reading, will share tips for solving common reading problems. Parents of new and struggling readers are encouraged to attend. Storytime provided.

11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, May 24 Southeast | 776-0855

You are Not Alone for parents While the kids enjoy Brain Teasers and Muscle Builders, parents enjoy an informative morning social rapping about children, family and more.

11 – 11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 28 Southeast | 776-0855

* please register

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for all ages

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo

Celebrate with Spanish stories, games, songs and more.

¡Celebra este día con historias en español, juegos canciones y más!

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 6 North Main | 754-7734

10:30 a.m., martes, mayo 6 North Main | 754-7734

Libros for the Familia Prepare for a culture explosion! Hear stories and sing songs in both English and Spanish.

Broaden your horizons and learn some new words.

Libros para la Familia

6:30 p.m., Thursdays, June 5 – 26 Main | 929-3434

6:30 p.m., jueves, junio 5-26 Main | 929-3434

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, May 2 and June 6 Kids in Print 2014 Launch Party for all ages Celebrate our newlypublished authors and illustrators with an original performance by Vicky Saye Henderson and Darion McCloud and recognition of the 2014 contributors.

Refreshments and a book signing to follow.

¡Prepárense para una explosión de la cultura! Escuchen historias y canten canciones en ingles y en español.

Disfruten y aprendan palabras nuevas.

Friday Afternoon Movie for all ages Bring the family, chill out and enjoy the movie Frozen (PG).

2:30 p.m., Friday, June 13

Sciencetellers: Dragons & Dreams for all ages A combination of science and storytelling result in a spectacular adventure with castles, kings, a dragon keeper and a Horn of Fire.

10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 19

LEGO Madness: Columbia Under Construction for all ages Got LEGO skills? Grab your favorite building partner and get ready to create a LEGO version of our city.

11 a.m., Saturday, June 14 Jazzy Storytime with Eboniramm for all ages Bring the family and add some music to your morning with local jazz artist and poet Eboniramm.

Battle of the Books Practice for all ages 4 p.m., Saturday, June 21 Cooper | 787-3462 Hands on Art for ages 2-5 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays • May 14: with the Columbia Museum of Art • June 11 Bright Star Theatre: Professor Parsnip’s Lab of Healthy Choices for all ages * Wacky Professor Parsnip uses exciting science experiments to reinforce healthy habits and good character traits in this interactive performance.

3:30 p.m., Saturday, May 3

10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 21

Songs and Stories with Hopkins Musical Shining Stars for all ages Keep the beat and let a song fill your heart at this musical storytime featuring the choir from Hopkins Elementary School.

Battle of the Books Practice for all ages Got trivia? Sign up for in Richland Library’s Battle of the Books! The big system-wide tournament will be August 9, so come practice your book smarts.

10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 24

4 p.m., Saturday, June 21

Tarradiddle Players: Too Many Frogs! for families Classic fairy tales such as Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Elves and the Shoemaker and The Ugly Duckling all magically come to life in this unique story about a little rabbit and his froggie friends. Presented by the resident touring company of the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte.

Cooper Puppet Playhouse for all ages Join us for our latest production!

Meet Your Farmer Storytime for all ages Get growing with stories and songs about farms and food. Meet one of our local farmers and find out how your food goes from dirt to dinner.

3:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 24

3 p.m., Tuesday, June 10 African Songs and Rhythms for all ages Join renowned artist Baba Seitu for drums, stories, songs and more.

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 11

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 25 Blythewood | 691-9806 Summer Time Bingo and Book Swap Shop for ages 3-12 * Bring up to 5 gently used children’s books and exchange them for different ones.

After swapping books, we’ll play Summer Time Bingo!

3 – 4 p.m., Saturday, June 14

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 17

Summer Learning Challenge Medal Ceremony Join us for a short ceremony celebrating anyone who has completed their Summer Learning Challenge and earned their medal!

• 11:30 a.m., Thursday, June 26 • 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 28 Eastover | 353-8584 Family and Friends Picture Day! Community matters at your library. Enjoy May Fest, get your photo made and take a memory home with you!

Noon – 3 p.m., Saturday, May 3

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* please register

for all ages My Colorful Family Bring a family photo and get it changed into a page to color – a perfect gift for Mom!

Sandhills | 699-9230

Monday, May 5 – Saturday, May 10

10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 22

Hands on Art with Columbia Museum of Art for ages 2-5

An Afternoon Puppet Show for all ages Join us for an afternoon of puppets.

3 – 4 p.m., Thursday, June 5

Hands On Art with the Columbia Museum of Art for families

Bright Star Theatre: Professor Parsnip’s Lab of Healthy Choices for all ages *

Lights, Camera, Action! for all ages Chill from the heat and watch Monsters University (G).

10 a.m., Wednesday, May 21

3 p.m., Tuesday, June 17

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Friday, June 6

Morning of Puppets for all ages 11 a.m., Saturday, May 24

Catch the Reading Bug for all ages Be on the lookout for hidden bugs in the children’s materials! Children birth to age 12 will be entered to win a great prize at the end of the summer.

June 1 – August 31

Fun Patrol for all ages 10:30 – 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 18

Family Game Time for all ages Kick summer off with the whole family!

Play board games, video games, puzzles and more!

2 – 5 p.m., Saturday June 14 African Songs and Rhythms for all ages 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 18 North Main | 754-7734 Love your Mother * Show your mom you care by making her a special gift for Mother’s day.

3 p.m., Saturday, May 3 Fantastic Fathers Celebration Fathers! Bring your kids to the library for storytime and a fun project.

Reading Rumpus for all ages Enjoy your Summer Learning Challenge with us as we talk, sing, read, write and play to build your child’s literacy skills.

Experience a special surprise activity at every Rumpus!

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 25

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 17 African Songs and Rhythms for all ages

Family Book Night for all ages Celebrate the joy of reading with the whole family. Grab a blanket and read a book together.

6:30 – 7 p.m., Monday, June 23 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Hands on Art for ages 3 – 5 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, May 6 and June 10

Southeast | 776-0855 Mother’s Day Morning Off for all ages Leave Mom at home to rest while the rest of the family enjoys stories, a puppet show, craft, songs and more.

Lights, Camera, Action! for all ages Bring the whole family for a special screening of Frozen (PG).

3 p.m., Saturday, June 21

11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, May 3

3 p.m., Saturday, June 14 Fun Patrol Meet Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff Department as they patrol the area with stories, songs and games.

Parents, have your children fingerprinted.

Sciencetellers: Dragons & Dreams 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 20

Block Party Southeast Style for all ages Fun, games and entertainment while finding out the summer happenings with Southeast children, teen and adult programs.

11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, May 17 If You Give A Pig A Party for all ages It’s a porker of a birthday party.

Porkchop Productions: Rumpelstiltskin for all ages 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 24 Wheatley | 799-5873 Fizz, Boom, Read Find hidden “experiments” and enter for a chance to win weekly prizes.

June 1 – 30

3 – 4 p.m., Wednesday, June 4

11 a.m., Thursday, June 26 Northeast | 736-6575 Hands on Art for ages 3-5 10:30 a.m., Fridays, May 2 – June 27 • May 8: with the Columbia Museum of Art Porkchop Productions: Rumpelstiltskin for all ages A fractured take on this famous tale finds a zany scientist trying to help a miserly king turn straw into gold.

3 p.m., Tuesday, June 24 * please register

The Pop Ups for families Not your typical band, The Pop Ups perform their music using cardboard props, hand-painted sets and a colorful cast of original puppets, crafting a world of magic that engages, educates and delights all ages. The Pop Ups have received a Grammy nomination for their release Radio Jungle.

3 p.m., Sunday, June 1 Main | 929-3434

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for teens

College and Careers 101 What’s next? Life after high school can be scary. Join a Career Coach from Columbia College to talk about everything from finding that summer job to making your first résumé to preparing college applications. Light refreshments provided.

Main | 929-3470

Cooper | 787-3462

Free Comic Book Day Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with free comics for visitors to the Teen Center!

Shredded Book Challenge A book has been shredded. What was it?

Give your best guess and a winner will be drawn from correct entries.

Saturday, May 3

June 2 – 30 TOA & We Make Manga Join us for a special Teen Otaku Association for a lesson in comics creation taught by members of We Make Manga from the University of South Carolina.

3 p.m., Saturdays May 24 and June 21

6 p.m., Monday, May 5

Northeast | 736-6575

TAB: Graduation Celebration Calling all graduates! Join the Teen Center as we recognize our graduating Teen Advisory Board members.

Sewing Saturdays * Learn to sew with simple and fun projects!

3:30 p.m., Saturdays, May 10 and June 14 TAB: Teen Advisory Board Earn volunteer hours by meeting once a month to help plan programs, participate in service projects and have fun! For 7th through 12th graders.

3:30 p.m., Saturdays, May 24 and June 28

3:30 p.m., Saturday, May 10 Teen to Screen Book Club We read great books, watch the movie versions, and talk about what happens when YA books go from Teen to Screen.

This month we are discussing Ender’s Game.

2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 17 Flip Your Photo Part 1: Selfies Ever wondered how your favorite singer is famously flawless in the magazines? From removing blemishes to changing your eye color, we’ll teach you some simple Photoshop tricks that will help you to create a ‘selfie’ that you’re sure to love!

Pastels Workshop * Local artist and instructor Jeffrey Miller will teach the basics of working with pastels.

3:30 p.m., Saturday June 7 Eastover | 353-8584 Make It Happen Create it, build it, animate it, destroy it, whatever! Use our tools to achieve your vision.

2 p.m., Thursday, June 12 North Main | 754-7734 Craft Café * Tie-dye t-shirts with the staff at North Main.

3 p.m., Thursday, June 12

2:30 p.m., Saturday, June 21

for teens and adults Learn the first steps for keeping up with your money and your credit.

Join a representative from Wells Fargo to learn more about the basics of personal finance.

Flip Your Photo Part 2: #photobombing Wouldn’t it be great to have a photo with your favorite celebrity? Using advanced Photoshop techniques, you’ll learn how to photobomb yourself into your favorite music video, or onstage at an awards show.

Hula Hoops for Fun and Fitness Burn calories and have some fun hula hooping.

3 – 4 p.m., Thursday, May 22

3 p.m., Thursday, June 19

Financial Basics

Southeast | 776-0855

Teen Entrepreneurs Club Do you wonder how to make money online? Do you have dreams of creating some supplementary income while you search for that perfect summer job?

Band together with like-minded teens to explore some possible avenues to entrepreneurial success.

11 a.m. – noon, Mondays June 9 & 23 Southeast | 776-0855

4 p.m., Saturday, June 7 Can We Talk?

Participate in workshops that will help teens navigate through the challenges of life.

7 p.m., Wednesday, May 21

Press Play Teen Cinema Series Enjoy a teens-only viewing of Thor: The Dark World (PG-13). Refreshments will be provided so sit back and enjoy the show.

3 p.m., Thursday, June 26 Teen Otaku Association TOA is about finding the good stuff and sharing it together. We are a goofy bunch with snacks and an extra seat. Won’t you join us?

6 p.m., Mondays, May 5 – June 30 Except May 26

* please register

Northeast | 736-6575 Homework Lab Need homework help or just a quiet place to do your homework? Our staff will provide a quiet room, laptops and research assistance.

Assistance will be available in Spanish.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 6 – 27 Taller de Tarea ¿Necesitas ayuda con tu tarea o un espacio tranquilo para hacerla? Ven a nuestro Taller de Tarea, donde te proveemos un espacio tranquilo, laptops, y ayuda con tus trabajos escolares.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Martes, 6 de Mayo – 27 de Mayo

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for teens Entertainment Night We’ll be watching movies, anime, and playing video and board games.

6 p.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25 Silverlight Photography Club From smartphone snapshots to silver gelatin prints, come learn about the basics of photography. We’ll talk about everything from composition to critique.

3 p.m., Saturday, May 10 Babysitting Basics * Learn the basics of babysitting, including CPR, First Aid and running your own babysitting business. Participants will receive a certificate for completing the course.

1 p.m., Saturday, May 17 Teen Advisory Board Join other teens as we chat about the library, play board games and enjoy light refreshments.

3:30 p.m., Thursdays, May 22 and June 26 Teen Book Club: John Green Love Teen Lit? Join us for our Teen Book Club where we’ll be discussing your favorite books by John Green.

4 p.m., Thursday, June 19 Sandhills | 699-9230 Time for Teens Join other teens to discuss your favorite books. Enjoy snacks, activities and great conversation!

• 6 p.m., Thursday, May 15 • 3 p.m., Saturday, June 28

Southeast | 776-0855 Hablamos Spanish Conversation Gathering for teens and adults Learning Spanish? Ya lo hablas? Join us for an hour of some relaxed Spanish chitchat.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays May 7 & 21 and June 4 & 18 Guitar Club Bring your instrument and jam out with others or participate in an informal beginning group lesson to get you started. All levels welcome.

4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, June 10 & 24 Digital Creation: Stop-Motion-Shorts Production * Learn how to use one of our ReadyAnimator production tools and create your own stop motion short.

10 a.m. – noon, Thursdays, June 12 & 26 Read it. Watch it. Book and Movie Club * Read the book. Watch the movie. Have some breadfast-ish snacks. Please call to register and pick up your copy before the date!

10 – 12:30 p.m., Fridays • June 13: Immortal Instruments: City of Bones by Cassandra Clare • June 27: Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins Move Your Mind Week * Do you like to dance? Do you like to express yourself in ways more than just talking? Join us for this movement and poetry series and develop your own “movetry”. Explore different movement styles and combine them with hard-hitting word art to create your own personal dance.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday June 16 –19

Graphicionado Gathering for teens and adults Join your fellow graphic novel, manga, anime, and comic book lovers for food, film, fun and fascinating conversation about one of your favorite topics.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, June 21 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Everything Manga: Not Your Ordinary Book Club Do you like Japanese manga and animation?

Join us and other Otaku fans to discuss your favorite manga titles, watch your favorite anime and compete in a manga trivia game for some great prizes!

• 3:30 p.m., Thursday, May 15 • 3 p.m., Thursdays, May 29 and June 12, 26 Chess Club Come show us your mental mastery against some of the members of the Columbia Chess Club. Participate in a casual game or a tournament and meet some of the best players in your area.

6 p.m., May 5 – June 30 Except for May 26 Scrapbooking 102: Paper Piecing for teens and adults * Bring your scrapbooking supplies along with some pictures or keepsakes to learn paper piecing techniques. Space is limited.

3 p.m., Saturday, May 17 Smooth Jazz Café for teens and adults * Enjoy light refreshments and smooth jazz.

7 p.m., Thursdays • May 8: Dante Lewis and Jmichael Peeples • June 19: Chris Andrews Teen Garden Club Learn how to garden, spend some time outside tossing a Frisbee, and photograph and blog about growing food! Weekly meetings, activities and volunteer time to be earned!

* please register

4 – 5 p.m., Wednesdays, June 4 – 25

Comic Books From the Ground Up Come for a casual discussion of all things comic book and graphic-novel related. Local comics author Chad Bowers (Down Set Fight) will talk about his work and how to create your own comic book.

Light refreshments provided.

3 p.m., Saturday, June 7 Northeast | 736-6575

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for adults Film Fascination iPick Film Series

Bad Art: Bad Movie Edition

Spanish Cinema

View fantastic flicks chosen by library staff.

3 p.m., Sundays • May 4: As Good As It Gets (PG-13) • June 15: After Earth (PG-13) Main | 929-3457

Join other 20- and 30-somethings in creating the Popsicle stick art you were born to make. Feel inspired while watching the Judd Apatow and Ben Stiller summer gem Heavy Weights (PG). Worst art of the night wins an even more hideous prize.

7 p.m., Tuesday, June 24 Main | 929-3457

for adults and teens Are you a foreign film enthusiast? Join us for this series of films from the Spanish speaking cinematic world. First on the list is “Valentin” by Argentinian filmmaker Alejandro Agresti. Light refreshments will be served. Films will be in Spanish language with English subtitles.

Kurosawa to Bergman: Films From Around the World Can’t quite make it to Cannes? Trip to Tokyo or Toronto out of the budget? Join us for the screenings of Jean de Florette and Manon of the Spring. No passport necessary.

6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays May 20 and June 17 Northeast | 736-6575

Main | 929-3457 Best Practices for Home Computer Safety and Security * Ever wondered what a computer virus, malware or adware is and does to your computer?

How do you protect your home computer from malicious viruses? Learn the basics of home computer safety and security, new terms, and reliable and free antivirus software programs.

6 p.m., Tuesday, May 6

Unremarried Widow: Author Talk with Artis Henderson On November 6, 2006, the Apache helicopter carrying Artis Henderson’s husband crashed in Iraq, leaving 26-year-old Artis an “unremarried widow”—20 years after her own father died in a plane crash. Join us during National Military Appreciation Month for an evening with the author of this memoir chronicling unlikely love, loss, loneliness and recovery.

Lunch and Listen featuring Juan Lanzot Bring your lunch and join us for a live musical performance by Latin musician Juan Lanzot.

12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 15 Couture Crafts * Join us in making fashionable, functional crafts to decorate your home and lifestyle.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 3 Barbara Bates Smith Presents: Ivy Rowe In this theatrical adaptation of Lee Smith’s Fair and Tender Ladies, spunky mountain woman Ivy Rowe takes us on a flashback through a life of “livin’ on love.” With a sensuous nature and a flair for storytelling, she paints a vivid picture of 20th Century revivals, mine disasters, rural electrification, the Depression, and three wars.

6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 12 Richland Library Summer Concert Series Celebrate Black Music Month with our summer concert series!

7 p.m., Thursdays • June 12: Smooth jazz with local saxophonist Dante Lewis • June 26: Hip Hop artist Sheem One

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 13 * please register

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3 – 5 p.m., Saturday, June 7 Southeast | 776-0855

Graphicionado Gathering for teens and adults Join your fellow graphic novel, manga, anime, and comic book lovers for food, film, fun and fascinating conversation about one of your favorite topics.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, June 21 Southeast | 776-0855

Blythewood | 691-9806 Clipping Amazing: Couponing for Beginners * Do you want to learn to save money like the coupon shows on TV? We’ll teach you how to take home more, while spending less. Learn about coupon doubling, BOGO deals and many more coupon savings techniques.

6 – 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 24 Cooper | 787-3462 Jasper Goes to the Library Part of a series celebrating six artistic disciplines with guests from Jasper magazine. Our visitors this month are from the SC Shakespeare Company, dedicated to providing public performances of Shakespeare’s plays and other classical works.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 6 Sewing Basics * Learn to sew with simple and fun projects.

6 p.m., Tuesdays, May 13 & 20

for adults Telling Your Story: A Family History Writer’s Group * Interested in writing your family history?

Meet with other writers monthly for ideas and critiques.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Mondays May 19 & June 16 Garden Like a Master: Two for One Plants * Growing your own plants is a satisfying and inexpensive hobby. Learn how to propagate your plants with Richland County Master Gardeners.

10 a.m., Friday, May 23 Foundations of Pastels * Learn the basics of pastels with local artist and instructor Jeffrey Miller. All materials will be provided and you will take home a completed work of art. Space is limited.

3:30 p.m., Saturday, May 31 Eastover | 353-8584 Garden Like A Master: Gardening with Children Learn how to make the most of playing in the dirt with your favorite kids.

2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 10

Northeast | 736-6575

Southeast | 776-0855

Kusudama Origami Flower Bouquet Workshop * Join Mitzi Vigrass to learn how to create Kusudama Origami Flower Bouquets.

Supplies provided.

Let’s Speak English Practice your English-language conversation with other internationals in a comfortable, relaxed environment.

Sandhills | 699-9230 Book-A-Librarian * Do you need specialized help with a research project, genealogy, online job applications and/or résumés, or another information need?

Call to book a subject specialist for a one-hour appointment devoted to your questions.

Limited to one hour per person per week.

Call for an appointment.

Other Ways to Graduate: GED Preparation * Prepare for the high school equivalency diploma test with a comprehensive, 10-week course of study. Students must commit to attend all sessions, as the program is cumulative. Registration is required.

• 2 p.m., Saturdays May 3, 17, 31 & June 14 and 28 • 6 p.m., Mondays May 5, 12, 19 & June 2 – 30

GED Prep Classes 10 a.m. – noon, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, June 3 – June 28

Tai Chi Improve your balance, coordination and flexibility with this ancient form of exercise. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Jazz Roundtable Richland Library Literary Resident Eboniramm brings us the smooth, swinging sounds of jazz, accompanied by an ensemble group of musicians.

9 a.m., Tuesdays, May 6 – June 24

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 10

Let’s Speak English Practice your English-language conversation with other internationals in a comfortable, relaxed environment.

11 a.m., Tuesdays, May 6 – May 27

North Main | 754-7734 Notary Public Free Notary Public services offered here at the library.

10 a.m. – noon, Saturdays May 3 and June 14 Basket Weaving * Interested in basket weaving? Bring your own supplies and share your skills with fellow basket weavers!

7 p.m., Tuesdays, May 6 – May 27

3 – 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 28

ebook, eMagazine, eMusic Drop-in Help Drop in and get one-on-one help downloading library materials to your electronic device.

6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 6 – June 24 American Sign Language Learn and practice American Sign Language in an informal conversational setting. For all fluency levels.

Creative Writer’s Guild Whether you’re new to the craft, or an old pro, join us for an hour of getting to know other local writers. Participants are welcome (but not required!) to bring short stories or novel excerpts to share with the group.

7 – 8 p.m., Thursdays, May 1 and June 5 Hablamos Spanish Conversation Gathering for teens and adults Learning Spanish? Ya lo hablas? Join us for an hour of some relaxed Spanish chitchat.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays May 7 & 21 and June 4 & 18 Bookbinding for teens and adults Have you ever wanted to bind your own books? Try your hand at some simple yet ageold techniques. Light refreshments provided.

6:30 – 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 14 and June 11 Financial Basics for teens and adults Learn the first steps for keeping up with your money and your credit. Join a representative from Wells Fargo to learn more about the basics of personal finance.

3 – 4 p.m., Thursday, May 22 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Scrapbooking 102: Paper Piecing * Bring your scrapbooking supplies and pictures or keepsakes to learn paper piecing techniques including 1 and 2-page layouts.

3 p.m., Saturday, May 17 Sushi for Everyday * Discover inexpensive ways to make sushi at home. Select healthy ingredients, prepare different styles and successfully present elegant dishes with ease. Sample delicious sushi with hands-on experience.

3 p.m., Saturday, June 7

5:30 p.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25

11 a.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25 * please register

RichlandLibrary.com now offers online event registration!

Sometimes our classes, events or crafts require us to know how many folks are participating. Now you can sign up in your PJs at midnight if you’d like! Just click the register button next to events.

(Sign up with your library card number, driver’s license or other ID.) You’ll receive an

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email confirmation and a reminder two days before the event.

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series for adults

Book Groups We have a little something for everyone! If not listed below, please call the location for the selection of the month. Newcomers are always welcome!

Main | 929-3457

Cooper | 787-3462

Southeast | 776-0855

Great Books Discussion Group 7 p.m., Wednesdays • May 14: Candide by Voltaire • June 11: Poetics by Aristotle

Cooper Branch Book Group * 10 – 11 a.m., Mondays, May 5 & June 2

Third Thursday Book Group * 7 – 8:30 p.m., Thursdays May 15 and June 19

Vista Book Group 6 p.m., Wednesdays • May 28: The Dinner by Howard Koch • June 25: Seating Arrangements by Maggie Shipstead

Eastover | 353-8584 Novel People of Eastover 6 p.m., Thursday, May 1 and June 5

North Main | 754-7734 Page Turners Book Discussion Group 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 27

Keep Me In Suspense!

A Mystery/Thriller Book Group 2:30 p.m., Saturdays • May 10: Blue Monday by Nicci French.

• June 14: Murder on Marble Row by Victoria Thompson

Urban Book Group 1:30 p.m., Saturdays, May 17 and June 14

Urban Readers Book Group Please join us for a discussion of In the Night of the Heat by Blair Underwood.

6 p.m., Tuesday, June 10 Bank of America Conference Room

Sandhills | 699-9230

Ballentine | 781-5026 Reader’s Morning Out 10 a.m., Tuesdays • May 13: Chocolat by Joanne Harris • June 10: The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman Bookin’ It in Ballentine 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays • May 28: The Art Forger by B.A. Shapiro • June 25: Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter

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

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Northeast | 736-6575 Northeast Regional Book Group 7 p.m., Thursdays, May 8 & June 12

Second Wednesday Book Group 7 p.m., Wednesdays • May 14: Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker by Jennifer Chiaverini • June 11: Orange is the New Black by Piper Kerman

Brown Bag Short Story Discussion * Bring your lunch while we discuss selected short stories. We’ll provide coffee and dessert!

Noon – 1 p.m., Wednesdays May 14 and June 11

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Book Banter Discussion Group * 7 p.m., Tuesdays, May 13 & June 10

Wheatley | 799-5873 Wheatley’s Book Group Please join us for a discussion of The Chaperone by Laura Moriarty .

11 a.m., Saturday, May 17 Young Professionals Discussion Group In your 20s to 40s and love talking about books and TV series? Each month we’ll alternate discussing books and films.

6 p.m., Thursdays, May 15 and June 19

Third Thursday Book Group 1 p.m., Thursdays • May 15: Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker by Jennifer Chiaverini • June 19: Orange is the New Black by Piper Kerman * please register

Main | 929-3457

Sandhills | 699-9230

St. Andrews | 772-6675 *

12:30 p.m., Tuesdays May 13 & 27, June 10 & 24

1 p.m., Tuesdays May 6 – June 24

1 p.m., Thursdays May 1 & 15, June 5 & 19

Ballentine | 781-5026

Southeast | 776-0855

Wheatley | 799-5873

6 – 7 p.m., Thursdays May 1 – June 26

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays May 6 – June 24

6 p.m., Every Tuesday

* please register

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NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS Since 1949, May has been observed

Unfortunately, because of the stigma

as National Mental Health Awareness

associated with mental illness, many

Month, a time when advocates and

people are too ashamed or embarrassed

activists across the country draw attention

to seek the help they need for themselves

to the mental health issues that affect as

or their loved ones. National Mental

many as one in four Americans. Today,

Health Awareness Month is a time when

more people die from suicide in the

we work together to break through that

United States than from traffic accidents

stigma. We express compassion for those

or homicides, and we lose 25 soldiers to

who struggle with mental health issues,

suicide for every soldier lost in combat.

and we draw attention to the proven methods that can help change their lives for the better.

Join us in support of National Mental Health Awareness Month at one or more of the following programs. For resources, visit RichlandLibrary.com Main | 929-3457 iPick Film Series Join us for a special screening of As Good As It Gets (PG-13).

3 p.m., Sunday, May 4 Recognizing Mental Illness in Children and Teens: A Workshop For Teachers and Childcare Professionals * The National Alliance on Mental Illness presents a workshop tailor-made for current and future school personnel, as well as childcare professionals. Learn the early warning signs of mental illness in children and adolescents, how to support students experiencing mental health challenges, and how to effectively partner with families to connect these youth to needed services. Learn from a team of trained presenters including an education professional, a parent of a child who lives with mental illness, and an adult who had symptoms of mental illness as a youth.

6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 8

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): In Our Own Voice What is life like for a person living with a mental illness? Learn from two members of our community, each living in recovery from mental illness, who will share their stories along with videos and discussion. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions about what is frequently a stigmatized and misunderstood experience.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 20 Main | 929-3457

6:30 – 8 p.m., Monday, May 12 Keep Me In Suspense! A Mystery/Thriller Book Group Grab a copy of Blue Monday by Nicci French and join us to discuss.

2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 10

Northeast | 736-6575

Enhance Your Mental Health. Reduce Your Stress. Practice Mindfulness * For many people, stress is so commonplace that it has become a way of life, but over time the mind and body will pay the price. Protect yourself. Come learn the signs and symptoms of stress and most importantly, what can you do on a daily basis to reduce harmful effects.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 6

6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 29 Southeast | 776-0855

St. Andrews | 772-6675

6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, May 29

* please register

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richland library 101

RICHLAND LIBRARY 101 Getting to Know the New Library Catalog and Website * We’ve got a brand new catalog and website at the library and we can’t wait to show it off. Learn how to easily search the catalog through our easier, more integrated system.

We’ll also show you how to login and manage your account, including renewing items, starting reading lists, turning on your reading history, placing items on hold and sharing content on social media sites.

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Take a guided tour of the Richland Library website and online catalog and discover the many resources available. We’ll show you how to search for titles, place requests and manage your library account as well as how to download eBooks, eMagazines, and free music on a variety of devices.

2:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 10 Cooper | 787-3462

10 a.m., Tuesday, May 6

• 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 11 Main | 929-3457

Getting to Know Your Library * Join us for a tour of the library with stops on every floor.

We’re always changing and improving, so let us show you what we have to offer. We’ll cover useful and fun opportunities, such as requesting a book through Interlibrary Loan, help with local research or genealogy, microfilm and obituary assistance, the Teen Center and the Children’s Room.

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Richland Library 101 *

10 a.m., Tuesday, May 13

• 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 4 Main | 929-3457

Free eBooks, eMagazines and Music * Learn about the variety of downloadable materials available at the library, including free eBooks, audiobooks, eMagazines, and music. We’ll show you how to get started with our major services including Zinio, Freegal, 3M, and Overdrive.

10 a.m., Tuesday, May 20 Main | 929-3457

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Getting to Know the Research and Learning Databases* Learn about the multitude of databases available at the library and how to access them here and from home. We will give an overview of the types of databases available (newspaper and magazine articles, business, genealogy, literature, learning) and provide demonstrations of some of the more popular databases, such as EBSCO and Mango Languages.

10 a.m., Wednesday, June 18 Main | 929-3457

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SIX DECADES OF ART HISTORY ARRIVE Partnership Offers Unprecedented Access to the Columbia Museum of Art’s Lorick Library

The Richland Library and Columbia Museum

In honor of the Lorick family and museum donors

of Art (CMA) are expanding their partnership

who have contributed books to the CMA over

to increase community access to a special

the years, a special bookplate will be added to

collection of books about art history, exhibition

each book—designating it as part of the Lorick

catalogues and artist biographies. Gathered

Library collection.

by museum curators and given by donors since the founding of the museum in 1950, the CMA’s Lorick Library collection has been a noncirculating reference library that served primarily as a staff resource since 2001.

Reflecting the strengths of the Museum’s collection—primarily European and American art—materials from the Lorick Library are in the process of being carefully moved and integrated into the library’s collection, and will be available in the summer of 2014. Customers will be able to check out materials from the collection for the first time—making them accessible through all 11 Richland Library locations and RichlandLibrary.com.

“We’re hopeful that by adding these resources to the Richland Library’s collection, more people will discover the arts and be inspired in new ways,” said Bob Gahagan, Richland Library board chair. “Our efforts to partner with the museum allow both organizations to reach more people of all ages in our community and have a

This move is the latest example of the museum and library’s joint efforts on arts and literacy education. Together they pioneered a hands-on initiative in 2012 that enabled all third graders from every Richland District One school to learn about Richard Samuel Roberts, an important South Carolina artist. The effort has since been expanded statewide to reach nearly 1,500 students each year. Regular Hands On art programs are also held at four library locations, allowing museum and library staff to combine art activities and storytimes—sparking children’s creativity and imagination.

In October, the library established a free wireless hotspot in Boyd Plaza outside the Museum—offering access to hundreds of users during the first five months the service was available.

more meaningful impact.”

Walker Local and Family History Center Fact The Lorick Library was named after the family that previously owned the property at the corner of Main and Hampton streets— which now houses the renowned Columbia Museum of Art. The land had been in the hands of the Lorick family since 1873, when Preston C. Lorick and his partner R.N. Lowrance operated a large dry goods store on the site. One of the premier shopping destinations in the city after the Civil War, the store sold everything from rifles to china dinnerware.

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How to Start a Food Business * Ever thought of owning your own food truck, food cart or specialty food business?

Join local expert David Roberts from DER Kitchen LLC and DER Consulting to learn the ins and outs of starting a food business in South Carolina.

6:30 – 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 6

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Support and Networking Group Join fellow job seekers who are unemployed, underemployed or simply looking to make career transitions. Share the challenges you face in the job hunt, obtain free workforce development advice and resources, and enhance your networking opportunities in a supportive and empowering environment.

9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Thursdays, May 1 and June 5

Learn To Be Money Smart * How well do you manage your money? Join a Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union professional to learn how to develop spending and savings plans, create a step-by-step guide for meeting expenses and become an effective personal financial manager!

3 – 4:30 p.m., Sunday, June 22

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Basic Résumé Help with a Career Coach 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25 Goodwill Training and Opportunities Information Session Learn about the many job training and placement opportunities available through Goodwill Job Connection to all job seekers regardless of age, background or experience.

2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Mondays May 12 and June 9 & 23

Résumé Review with a Career Coach: Weekend Edition Bring your résumé with you, preferably attached to your email or on a flash drive, and a Career Coach will help you make sure it is written and targeted correctly. If you do not have a résumé, attend a Wednesday Basic Résumé Session.

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11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays, May 3 and June 7

Welcome to the SC African American Chamber of Commerce! * Join Steven Gilchrist, CEO and Chamber Chairman, to learn how the SC African American Chamber of Commerce encourages African American-owned businesses to prosper.

Goodwill Job Training Programs and Sign-Up Learn about training and certifications in Retail, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Call Center, Food Service and Custodial Technician. A Goodwill representative will provide information about program requirements, start dates and the selection process. You can fill out an application for the program of your choice onsite!

6 – 8 p.m.

Thursday, May 22 and Tuesday, June 10

3 – 4 p.m., Sunday, June 8

Interview Practice These sessions for individuals are first come, first served. Groups by appointment only.

Create Your Own Website * Join Kelly Coulter, Richland Library Virtual Services Manager, as she walks you through the steps of using a DIY service to create your own website for personal, business or professional use. Bring any plans and marketing materials you have so they can be incorporated.

10 a.m. – noon, Wednesdays, May 7 – June 25

10 – 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 17

Come Catch the COMET! Central Midlands Transit is giving you an opportunity to see their new transit system first-hand. The COMET will be parked outside the Richland Library where you can climb aboard and experience the comfortable new features for yourself.

How to Find the Work You Love * We often feel the need to make quick decisions when it comes to getting a job, causing us to look for work in all the wrong places. Let us help you slow down so you can discover and define your transferable skills and interests that will put you on the path to a rewarding career!

9:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m., Mondays May 5 and June 2

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Social Networking for Your Small Business Join us and learn how to use social media web sites to promote and market your business. It is not as hard as you might think!

6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, June 26 Financing for Your Business or Nonprofit * Join Frank Knapp, President and CEO of the SC Small Business Chamber of Commerce, to explore how crowdfunding might be the answer for the capital you need for your business venture or to create a sustainable funding source for your nonprofit.

3 – 4 p.m., Sunday, June 29 Cooper | 787-3462 Create a Résumé * Learn the essentials of résumé writing and create your own with one-on-one assistance.

Bring your most recent résumé or work and education history information.

2:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 13 Find a Job Online * We will explore the various online resources and ways to search for and apply for jobs online. You will also learn how to upload a résumé to a Web site or application.

2:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 10

Northeast | 736-6575 Job Safari * Need help applying for jobs online or setting up your résumé? Schedule an appointment for personalized assistance.

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Computer Basics If you have a computer question, we have an answer! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, we can help.

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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, May 31

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, May 3 • 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 3

OverDrive: Download eBooks and Audiobooks * Learn how to get library ebooks and audiobooks on your tablet or mobile device from OverDrive, Richland Library’s provider of over 20,000 titles, including popular fiction, children’s titles and more.

Microsoft Word (2010) * Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Word (2010).

• 6:30 p.m., Monday, May 5 • 10 a.m., Saturday, June 7

2 p.m., Saturday, May 31

Introduction to Prezi * Learn the basics of creating a Prezi, a free web-based presentation program. Incorporate text, graphics, movies and more. Prerequisites: mouse, keyboard, Microsoft Word and Internet skills. Microsoft PowerPoint experience is preferred but not mandatory.

10 a.m., Thursday, May 8 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., Monday, May 12 Introduction to Computers II * Learn how to perform basic computers tasks using Microsoft Windows. Open programs and learn how to edit and organize files.

• 10 a.m., Saturday, May 17 • 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 10

Internet Basics * 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, June 19 Microsoft Publisher (2010) * Learn how to use Microsoft Publisher (2010) to create newsletters, flyers, and brochures.

10 a.m., Saturday, June 28 Windows 8 Workshop * Bring your Windows 8 laptop or tablet to learn how to navigate the Windows 8 interface. The workshop will consist of an introductory class along with practice time for questions and answers. Topics covered will include operating between the start screen and desktop screen, pinning and moving tiles, launching applications and connecting to the internet. Prerequisite: basic mouse skills required.

3 p.m., Saturday, June 14

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Microsoft Excel (2010) * Learn the basics of building a spreadsheet, creating charts and performing calculations using Microsoft Excel (2010).

• 6:30 p.m., Monday, May 19 • 10 a.m., Saturday, June 14

Email Basics 2 p.m., Mondays, May 5 and May 19

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, May 21 • 10 a.m., Saturday, June 21

Introduction to Computers I * 10 a.m. – noon, Wednesday, May 7

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Microsoft Word (2010) 2 p.m., Mondays, June 2 and June 16

Internet Basics * 10 a.m. – noon, Wednesday, May 28 Clases de computadora en español No necesitas la tarjeta de la biblioteca. Por favor llame al 803-988-0890 para más información 6 – 7 p.m., Thursday, May 1 and June 5

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• 9 – 11 a.m., Every Tuesday • 7 – 8:30 p.m., Every Thursday Introduction to Computers I 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 17 Introduction to Computers II 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 24 Email Basics 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 7 Internet Basics 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 14

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Introduction to Computers II * 10 a.m. – noon, Wednesday, May 14 Email Basics * 6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, May 22

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Tickets for The Literary Vine are available

The Richland Library Friends will host The

by calling the Development Office at (803)

Literary Vine at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May

through the Richland Library website and 988-0885. Tickets for Friends members are

17 at Richland Library Main.

$30, and $50 for nonmembers. Consider

Meet and mingle with authors as you stroll

today to take advantage of discounted

through the building, sample and learn about different wines and beers from around the globe, and enjoy delicious food from Dupre Catering and Cupcake. Be sure

joining the Richland Library Friends for $25 Literary Vine tickets and much, much more!

Questions? Call (803) 988-0885 or visit RichlandLibrary.com/Friends for details.

to visit the coffee tasting station provided

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Don’t miss your chance for a great drawing at the end of the evening – several

The Richland Library Friends is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness of and support for the library. Memberships start at only $25. Call (803) 988-0885 to join today.

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CELEBRATING VOLUNTEERS From shelving books to teaching computer classes, the library relies on volunteers to maximize resources and better serve customers. Last year, 1,148 volunteers contributed more than 22,000 hours, a value of more than $417,700. More than 100 library volunteers were recognized at a special event at Main in April. Interested in volunteering? Call (803) 929-3436.

Presidential Awards

Adult Volunteer of the Year | Kanika Ajanaku Kanika Ajanaku has donated more than 400 hours of her time since January 2013, volunteering in three different departments. She provides a work ethic and dedication typically found only in full-time employees, and creates a fresh and fun work environment wherever she is.

Teen Volunteer of the Year | Linda Thomas Linda Thomas has been volunteering at Richland Library Sandhills since 2008, donating more than 200 hours of her time to the library. She spends her time answering customer questions, organizing donations and ordering carts of books for shelvers, as well as other tasks that increase the efficiency of staff and library operations.

Another 19 volunteers were recognized with various levels of The President’s Volunteer Service Award—an initiative of the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation—for their work with library. Recipients of this prestigious award include: Silver Award | 250 hours

Kanika Ajanaku Gold Award (Young Adult) | 250 hours

Junior Volunteer of the Year | Tristan Shelley Tristan Shelley has contributed more than 200 hours to assist the Children’s Room staff in just five years. Reliable, hardworking and never without a smile, Tristan has contributed his time and talents to help the Children’s Room run smoothly and efficiently. To earn his badge for Eagle Scouts, he is creating two portable puppet stages for the library’s Outreach and Extension Services Departments.

Hall of Fame Honorees

Tina Auman, John Bradley, Janice Brown, Tracy Haisley, Madelyn Pesci and Gene Sansbury

Kimyatta Caesar and Yhoselin Gonzalez Bronze Award | 100 hours

Bob Auman, Stanley Broadus, Vivian Carroll, Patricia Gibson, Harriet Green, Deatra Hawkins, Lana Hefner, Lynda Kuntz, JP Lee, Claude Lott, Mary Anne Richards, Nancy Simmons, Linda Sweat, Josh Tribbey, Jon Turner and Debi Young.

RECOGNIZED FREELY Richland Library staff are recognized locally and across the country for their skills and expertise.

Amber Conger

Susan Lyon

Tony Tallent

Debbie Bloom

Amber Conger has been recognized as an Emerging Leader by the American Library Association.

She will travel to Las Vegas in June for a conference dedicated to increasing youth access to library services in underprivileged areas.

Conger joined Richland Library in 2010, and she currently works in the Business and Job Center specializing in programming and workforce development. Conger says she plans to use this opportunity from the ALA to learn new approaches that will make her a better problemsolver at work and in professional associations.

Learning Engagement Manager Susan Lyon was named a 2014 Mover & Shaker by Library Journal. She has been instrumental in leading efforts to educate customers and staff on the library’s eResources, leading to a 278% increase in ebook circulation in 2011. By implementing eReady events at local restaurants and cafés, Lyon and other mobile librarians are able to demonstrate how to access Richland Library’s digital offerings, including ebooks, e-magazines, free music, and language-learning services. Lyon has also lead several key efforts to encourage learning and leadership among staff at all levels and locations.

Tony Tallent, director of literacy and learning at the library, is this year’s recipient of the John H. Landrum Library Advocacy Award from the Friends of South Carolina Libraries.

He was recognized for his ability to generate innovative ideas that improve the effectiveness of Richland Library’s programming and services. He has developed concepts for a variety of innovative programs, sharing his unique vision and supporting his staff to deliver those ideas to the community.

Debbie Bloom, manager of the Walker Local and Family History Room at Main, is the recipient of the Richard S. Lackey Scholarship awarded by the National Institute on Genealogical Research Alumni Association. Presented to an experienced researcher in genealogy, the scholarship winner is automatically accepted for the National Institute on Genealogical Research held at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. The 2014 program focuses on commonly used records such as immigration, military, land, African American and naturalization, as well as lesserknown federal records useful to family historians.

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ANITA LOBEL: All the World’s a Stage May 27 – August 17 More than 70 pieces of vibrant, colorful, and richly detailed art from 31 children’s books by author-illustrator Anita Lobel will be shown in The Gallery at Richland Library Main. Organized by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, All The World’s a Stage will be presented jointly by Richland Library and the Columbia Museum of Art. Lobel is a Caldecott Honor medalist well-known for her children’s books, such as Alison’s Zinnia and On Market Street.

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A Midsummer’s Eve with Anita Lobel for adults Join us for an engaging presentation by award-winning author and illustrator Anita Lobel, followed by a book signing and reception.

6:30 p.m., Friday, June 20 Bostick Auditorium, Richland Library Main

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Gallery Talk with Anita Lobel for all ages Join award-winning author and illustrator Anita Lobel as she discusses her art on display at Richland Library and the Columbia Museum of Art. The gallery talk will begin at 1 p.m. at Richland Library and continue at the Columbia Museum of Art at 2:15 p.m.

A book signing will follow.

1 p.m., Saturday, June 21 | The Gallery, Richland Library Main 2:15 p.m., Saturday, June 21 | Columbia Museum of Art