Access November/December 2014

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY page 5

GALLERY EXHIBIT: ALL THE IN BETWEEN page 3

SUPPORT YOUR LIBRARY page 18

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 2014 RICHLANDLIBRARY.COM

from the director

Dear Readers, The word “college” is as popular as the word “carpool” in my house these days. With a 10th grader who thinks she wants to be an architect or a dramaturge (It’s a real career. Look it up. I had to.), a four or more year stint at an affordable (please) university is in our family’s very near future.

I have no doubt that her interest in both of these careers was fostered by her early experiences and out of school activities. She’s been in theatre classes since she was four and has been drawing her dream home since she could hold a pencil. We’ve encouraged her interest in theatre and art on our own time— and dime—with classes, tickets to plays and trips to museums.

I asked her recently how she felt school was preparing her for either of these potential careers and her reply was confirmation.

“I get everything I need outside of school.” As her parent, I know that’s not entirely accurate, but exchange the word “love” for the word “need” and I agree completely.

As the library director, I find myself working with extraordinarily smart educators, policy makers and progressive business leaders working to change the future of public education. Transform SC, an initiative of New Carolina, is paying keen attention to the critical connection between K-12 education, the workforce and the economy. Their vision for student-centered learning is exciting. They know it will take some radical change to create a new model of education that celebrates and encourages the talents and passions of youth and translates those into marketable careers. They understand that not every child needs to go to a four-year college to do something that makes them happy and generates a nice paycheck.

As a parent, transforming the public school system so it can adequately prepare all three of our children to be happy and successful citizens seems daunting. They learn differently and have different strengths, talents and styles of communication. In my experience, the system is not as student or family-centered as it should be. Parents who can’t leave work in the middle of the day to attend meetings with teachers or counselors may be labeled disengaged. Children who thrive when they can use their whole body to learn and understand concepts suffer when they are made to sit still for most of the day. And teens, like mine, who want to spend hours writing a play or making a movie have no support in a “block schedule” to dive that deeply into any topic. They need adults in their lives who are willing and able to make those opportunities happen outside of the school day.

Full disclosure here: two of our three children go to public school. The third goes to an amazing school that specializes in children with learning differences. She recently told me that she felt like if she went to a different school, she’d be “lost and distracted because there were too many other kids in the room.” At nine years old, she’s already an insightful advocate for her own learning.

In seventh grade, my eldest child was given an assignment to design the ideal classroom. She did a masterful job of creating a lightfilled space where tables and chairs were arranged in groups for collaboration. Where large doors slid open to an outdoor patio for group work or classes. A wall of materials could be used by any student to create projects or art. Each student was encouraged to use their devices to manage and create their work. And the teacher interacted with her students as a collaborator.

Each day, I'm thankful that my husband and I can create opportunities to optimize learning for our children. And each day, I wish my daughter's 7th grade vision and the vision of Transform SC—for a new model of student learning—was available for every child.

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

The Glass Castle

Stone Mattress

Gold Motel

Jeannette Walls

Margaret Atwood

Gold Motel

Trying out devices before you buy gifts this holiday season!

See page 5 for details.

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what's happening IN THE GALLERY All the In Between Columbia-based artist Laurie Brownell McIntosh illustrates the cradle-to-grave story of her mother's life in this beautiful and poignant collection of more than 70 painted panels. Using paintings that are honest and straight forward, yet beautiful and tender, she tells the tale of her mother's life with the kind of dignity that would have made Agnes proud.

Laurie Brownell McIntosh is a graduate of the University of South Carolina where she majored in Studio Art. A professional graphic designer since 1986, she is also the Creative Director of Brownell McIntosh Graphic Design in Columbia, South Carolina. She is a member of Vista Studios/ Gallery 80808 in Columbia.

Top left: Not Another One oil on board, 24" x 30" Top right: the hardback book cover All the In Between: My Story of Agnes Bottom right: The Bridge Game oil on board, 16" x 16"

On display through January 5, 2015 in the Gallery at Richland Library Main

* Footnotes

24,300+ customers are registered to use the library's ebook services.

devices are available to try at the eReady Bar located at Richland Library Main.

9,000

The average free music downloads library customers add to their Freegal collections each month.

1200

DUTCH FORK ROAD

The site of the future 15,000 sq ft facility, planned for Richland Library Ballentine.

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 3

Featured Staff Emily Johansson | Associate

How do you think the library inspires the community?

Children's Room, Richland Library Main

Every day, I see parents and teachers

What’s your favorite thing about

share with their little ones. Storytime

working in the library?

is always bustling with children eager

I have the best job in the world—two

to hear a story, sing a song, or see a

of my favorite things are children and

puppet show. This energetic community

books. Every day, I’m greeted by a

inspires me to deliver quality program-

crowd of little smiling faces anxious

ming and put the best books in the

for the next good read.

hands of children.

What is your most memorable

Why did you choose to work at the library?

library experience?

When I first moved to Columbia, I

A few weeks ago, one of my frequent

ventured into the library on a whim—

storytime attendees stopped by

just to explore. I rode the escalator

to give me a gift of appreciation.

down to the Children’s Room and

She placed two little rocks in the palm

was greeted by the mural of Max’s

of my hand and gave me a big hug.

Wild Rumpus. I thought to myself,

I still have those rocks on my desk.

“This is exactly where I want to work.”

packing bags upon bags of books to

UPCOMING CLOSINGS All locations will be closed the following dates: • • •

At 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 26 and all day Thursday, November 27 for Thanksgiving.

Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 for Christmas.

At 5 p.m., Wednesday, December 31 and all day Thursday, January 1 for New Year's.

BOARD MEETINGS Library: 5:30 p.m., Mondays, November 10 and December 8 Foundation: Noon, Wednesday, December 17 Friends: 12:30 p.m., Fridays, November 21 and December 19

4 NOVEMBER | DECEMBER

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.

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eReaders and Tablets

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So you’re thinking about taking the plunge and purchasing an eReader or tablet this holiday season.

Whether it’s for yourself or a loved one, wouldn’t it be nice to test drive one in a no-pressure environment— like the library?

Try Freely!

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1 . Chromebook C720P Acer 2 . iPad Air Apple 3 . Galaxy Note 10.1 Samsung 4 . iPad Mini Apple

Purchasing an eReader or tablet can be both an

5 . Kindle Fire HDX 7” Amazon

emotional and financial decision. To help you subdue

6 . Kindle Paperwhite Amazon

this epic conflict, our team of experts have stocked the latest and greatest gadgets at the eReady Bar at Richland Library Main.

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7 . Surface 2 RT Microsoft 8 . Nexus 7 Google

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9 . Nook HD+ Barnes & Noble

Not only can you walk right up and get started with the

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10 . iPod Touch Apple

simple swipe of a finger, but you can literally eyeball each device in person. If your tween is going to be pouring over the entire Cinda Williams Chima series on this thing, it’s important to get a feel for how e-ink style eReaders compare to high-contrast, backlit tablets.

Once you’ve selected the perfect device, library staff

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Already have a device but need help accessing the library’s resources?

Stop by the eReady Bar to receive one-on-one assistance.

will be more than happy to introduce you to the perfect accessories—thousands of free downloadable books, songs, magazines and more.

In the August 13, 2014 issue of The Wall Street Journal, Personal Technology Columnist and Columbia native, Geoffrey Fowler, took a look at how San Francisco Public Library and Richland Library’s e-book collections stacked up against e-book subscription services. What he found was that “e-book subscription services don’t always have the big-name e-books available at some public libraries…[and] the rise of paid subscription services is proof that there’s demand for what libraries can offer in our Internet era.”

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 5

storytimes Main | 929-3434

Cooper | 787-3462

Sandhills | 699-9230

Plink, Rattle, Toot!

Words Meet Music for families Join us for a live performance of picture books and instruments in perfect harmony. A collaboration of MOO!@USC and Richland Library.

Plink, Rattle, Toot!

Words Meet Music for families 11 a.m., Saturday, November 8

Pajamarama Storytime for families 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, November 11 & 18

3 p.m., Sunday, November 2 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months Your baby will love storytime while increasing vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs.

Musical Storytime Join us for stories and music!

11 a.m., Saturdays • November 15: Flutist Teri Forseher-Milter • December 13: Guitarist Marina Alexandra Eastover | 353-8584

• 9:30 a.m., Mondays November 3 – December 15 • 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 – December 17

Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 9:30 a.m., Mondays, November 10 & December 8

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

6:30 p.m., Thursday, November 20

6:30 p.m., Mondays November 3 – December 8

Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays November 4 – December 30

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., Tuesdays November 4 – December 16 • 9:30 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 – December 17 Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 Get ready for kindergarten and gain independence in this kids-only storytime.

3:30 p.m., Tuesdays November 4 – December 16 Mother Goose Storytime for babies Introduce your baby to the world of books.

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

Pajamarama Storytime for families Wear your pajamas for bedtime stories.

North Main | 754-7734

Northeast | 736-6575 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10:30 a.m., Thursdays November 6 – December 18 Except November 27

Campfire Stories for families Snuggle up by the cozy “campfire” for bedtime stories and songs.

6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, December 16 – 30 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10 a.m., Thursdays November 6 – December 18 Except November 27 Toddler Storytime for ages 2-3 10 a.m., Mondays November 3 – December 15 Little Campers for ages 0-5 Bring your little ones for crafts, songs, stories and rhymes.

10 a.m., Mondays, December 22 & 29 Southeast | 776-0855 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10:30 – 11 a.m., Thursdays November 6 – December 18 Except November 27 Winter Tales: An Evening with Dr. Pat Feehan for all ages Bring your blankets and snuggle up for holiday stories with the USC Children’s Storyteller.

6:30 – 7 p.m., Monday, December 8 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Hello, Baby! for ages 0 – 23 months* 10:30 a.m., Thursdays November 6 – December 18 Except November 27 and December 25 Wheatley | 799-5873

9:30 a.m., Thursdays, November 6 – December 18 Except November 27

Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 – 26 & December 3 – 17 & 31

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

* please register

11 a.m., Fridays, November 21 & December 19

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for school-age children Main | 929-3434

North Main | 754-7734

Southeast | 776-0855

Read to a Dog: Reading PAALS for ages 6-12 Practice your reading with service dogs who love to listen to a good story! For new readers.

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

Bracelets Made By You for ages 9+ Learn how to enhance your jewelry collection with colorful paper bracelets.

3:30 p.m., Saturdays November 8 & December 6

2:30 p.m., Saturdays November 8 & December 20

11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, November 1

Homeschool How-To for Students: Found Poetry for students ages 6-12 Join us to find poetry in informational text for children. Can you really find poetry in nonfiction? Join us and find out!

Let’s Paint! for ages 6 -12 Create a beautiful picture using finger paints.

St. Andrews | 772-6675

3 p.m., Saturday, November 15 Artful Afternoons for ages 6-12 Join us after school to have fun with art.

1:30 p.m., Monday, November 10

4 p.m., Thursdays, November 6 & December 11

TAG Team for 5th-7th graders Join our Tween Advisory Group to earn volunteer hours by helping with service projects, programs and more.

Northeast | 736-6575 Homeschooler Poetry Club for ages 6-12 Share and write poetry to grow an appreciation of the depth and expressive possibility of language.

3 p.m., Saturdays November 15 & December 20 Ballentine | 781-5026 Read to a Dog for ages 6-12 3 p.m., Thursdays, November 6 & December 4 Blythewood | 691-9806 Blythewood Bookworms for ages 9-12* Enjoy activities and hear about exciting books.

2:30 p.m., Thursdays November 13 & December 11 LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

• Mondays, November 24 & December 22 • Saturday, December 27

3 – 4 p.m., Saturdays November 1 & December 13

Fall Great Artists Series for ages 6-12 Explore the lives and techniques of famous artists while creating your own masterpiece.

C is for Cookie! for ages 6-12 * It’s National Cookie Day! Join us to celebrate with cookie stories and an edible craft.

3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Saturdays, November 1 – 29

3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Thursday, December 4

A Vote for Books for ages 6-12 Play a series of action-packed games about your favorite books and elect the stories you like best.

Sandhills | 699-9230

Cooper | 787-3462 Read to a Dog for ages 6-12 3:30 p.m., Thursdays, November 6 – 20

3:30 p.m., November 4

LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 Create robots, cities and creatures with LEGOs. 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 19

Not Bored Games for ages 6-12 You won’t be bored playing these crazy retro board games and more.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 8

Eastover | 353-8584 Instant Acting for ages 6-12 Join us as we play fun theatre games and bring stories to life. Beginners are welcome!

Please come ready to move.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 8

LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 6 p.m., Thursdays, November 6 & 20

30-Minute Camp for ages 6-12 Each day, enjoy a different DIY activity­— stories, games, crafts, needlework and more. Everything you love about camp, packed into 30 minutes.

Read to a Dog for ages 6-12 3:30 p.m., Wednesdays November 5 & December 17 Wacky Tuesday for ages 6-12 Visit the library for an afternoon of book bingo, wacky hats and prizes to take home!

3 – 5 p.m., Tuesday, December 30

Homework Help Center for 6th -12th graders Homework support specifically for middle school students.

4 p.m., Tuesdays, November 4 – 18 Northeast

Homework Help Center for 1st-12th graders Homework support specifically for students in 1st-8th grades.

4:45 – 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays November 4 – 18 & December 2 & 9 Southeast

Ayuda con la tarea escolar para edades 1 á 12 Necesitas ayuda con las tareas escolares? ¡Visítanos! Apoyos específicamente para estudiantes en los grados 1 – 8.

4:45 – 6:45 p.m., los martes noviembre 4 – 18 & diciembre 2, 9 Southeast

3 p.m., December 23, 26, 29, 30 & 31

Richland Library offers free online tutoring for homework help, career and job help through Tutor.com. Get started today at RichlandLibrary.com/tutor or RichlandLibrary.com/Career-help. * please register

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 7

for all ages

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

Main | 929-3434

Northeast | 736-6575

A Portrait of India A presentation of Indian dance, music, food, art and a display of Indian fiction, nonfiction and movies. Enjoy an interactive dance segment and get a henna tattoo!

Hands on Art for ages 2-5 10:30 a.m., Fridays, November 7 – December 19 Sandhills | 699-9230

Main | 929-3434

3 p.m., Sunday, November 2

Puppets and Stories for families Enjoy stories, songs and puppet fun.

• 10:30 a.m., Saturdays November 8 – December 20 • 10:30 a.m., Mondays November 3 – December 15

Hands on Art for ages 2-5 Simple art fun for the very young.

Dress for a mess!

• 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays November 4 & December 2 • 10:30 a.m., Monday, November 17 • 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 18

Ballentine | 781-5026 11 – 11:30 a.m., Fridays November 7 – December 26 Blythewood | 691-9806 10:30 – 11 a.m., Fridays November 7 – December 26 Cooper | 787-3462 • 11 a.m., Saturdays November 1 – December 27 • 10:30 a.m., Thursdays November 6 – December 18 Except November 27 Eastover | 353-8584 • 10 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 – 19 • 11 a.m., Saturday, November 1 North Main | 754-7734 11 a.m., Fridays November 7 – December 19 Except November 28

11 a.m., Fridays, November 7 & December 5

Southeast | 776-0855 LEGO Madness: Demolition for all ages Grab your favorite big or little building partner and build it up so we can tear it down!

Cold Weather, Warm Stories and Hot Chocolate for all ages Warm your insides with stories and chocolate!

3 p.m., Saturday, December 20

6:30 – 7 p.m., Mondays November 3 & December 1

Blythewood | 691-9806

Decorate Your Own Puppet Theater! for ages 3-8 * Decorate a mini theater and make puppets to act out your version of Little Red Riding Hood or Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

3 – 4 p.m., Saturday, November 15

11 a.m., Saturdays November 1 – December 27

Hands on Art for ages 2-5 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays November 11 & December 9

Sandhills | 699-9230

10:30 – 11 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 – December 17 • Brain Teasers, Muscle Builders November 12 & December 12

Stories, Songs and Finger Plays for all ages Create your own finger puppets and plays.

Hands on Art for ages 2-5 * 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 5

Cooper | 787-3462

Southeast | 776-0855

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Saturdays, December 6 – 20

• 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 18 • 6:30 p.m., Monday, December 15

Northeast | 736-6575

11 a.m., Saturdays November 1 – December 27

Winter Wonderland Photos for families After Family Storytime, use our festive backdrop to take your own fun photos.

Puppetpalooza for all ages See your favorite shows performed by the Children’s Room puppets.

North Main | 754-7734 Native American Pow Wow for all ages Gather with us for folktales and learn about Native American life.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 1

6:30 – 7 p.m., Monday, November 10 Book Bingo Night for all ages Bring the whole family for BINGO and prizes!

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, November 17 Puppetpalooza for all ages • 6:30 – 7 p.m., Monday, November 24 • 11 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, December 20 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Stop, Drop and Roll for all ages Learn important fire safety tips, and see a real fire truck from the Columbia Fire Department!

3 p.m., Saturday, November 15 Puppetpalooza for all ages 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 18

St. Andrews | 772-6675 • 11 a.m., Saturdays November 1 – December 27 • 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 – December 31 Except December 24 Wheatley | 799-5873 • 10:30 a.m., Fridays November 7 – December 26 • 10 a.m., Saturdays November 1 – December 27

Gustafer Yellowgold for all ages Join us for a multi-media performance of live music, animated illustrations and storytelling!

11 a.m., Friday November 21 | Sandhills

* please register

holiday traditions for children & families

Make Your Own Traditions Holidays are all about family and traditions. Create your own traditions this year with the library.

We'll help you prepare for the season and celebrate! Bring your family and friends—whether it's Thanksgiving puppets or 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, we want you to celebrate with us.

Look for the Make Your Own Traditions sections throughout Access and celebrate freely!

Read-a-Rama Holiday Hooplah

Christmas Around the World

‘Twas the Week Before Christmas

for all ages

for all ages

for all ages*

USC students will kick off this holiday season by sharing great books for celebrating.

Join us for a Christmas celebration of stories, music and multicultural exhibits with international students.

Listen to seasonal stories and create an ornament to decorate your tree.

10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 1 Main

3 p.m., Saturday, December 6 North Main

Easy Holiday Crafts for all ages

3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Tuesday December 16 | Blythewood

Explore Hanukkah for all ages Gifties, Hangies and Yummies

Surprise that favorite person with a homemade holiday craft.

for ages 6-12*

11 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, November 8 Southeast

Make cool crafts, ornaments and tasty treats that can be given as gifts.

Enjoy some songs on the Dreidel, sample some traditional Hebrew foods and learn the cultural and historical background of the holiday.

We’re Talking Turkeys for ages 3-8

3 p.m., Saturday, December 6 Sandhills

3 p.m., Saturday, December 20 Northeast

Thanksgiving fun with books and a turkey craft.

12 Days of Holiday Crafts for families

Holiday Trivia for families

4 p.m., Thursday, November 13 St. Andrews

Make a new holiday craft each day!

Test your knowledge of holiday pop culture!

Visions of Sugarplums for ages 6+

A Shakespeare's Kidz Holiday Performance for families

Learn simple and tasty holiday treats that anyone can make.

11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, November 15 Southeast

December 8 – 20 | Eastover

Join us for holiday fun as the Kidz perform a mixture of modern comedy and Shakespeare's most famous works.

11 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, November 22 Southeast

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Puppet Show for families

6 p.m., Thursday, December 11 | Main

Enjoy this holiday favorite presented by the talented Eastover Puppets!

Gingerbread House for all ages

10 a.m. & 3 p.m., Tuesday December 23 | Eastover

Holiday Storytime for all ages Have a holly, jolly time with stories and songs, and make a Christmas card.

6:30 p.m., Monday, December 22 Eastover

Stories and gingerbread house building!

11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, December 13 Southeast

Build Your Own Gingerbread House

Gullah According to Scrooge

for ages 6-12*

for all ages

Celebrate the season by building your own tasty treat! Dress for a mess.

Master storyteller Donald Sweeper performs the Dickens’ classic with a Gullah twist.

4 p.m., Wednesdays, December 3 & 10 St. Andrews

3 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | Eastover

Celebrations From Around the World

‘Twas The Night Before The Night Before Christmas for all ages

for all ages

Sing and hear your holiday favorites!

Celebrate the holiday spirit from around the world with music, treats and crafts.

6:30 – 7 p.m., Monday, December 15 Southeast

Dance Off Count Down for all ages 5-4-3-2-1! We're going to dance and enjoy different count downs to the New Year.

10 a.m., Wednesday, December 31 Sandhills

Countdown to Noon: A New Year’s Party for ages 6-12 * Join us for a mid-morning full of party crafts, stories and games for a fun-filled countdown to the Noon New Year.

11 – noon, Wednesday, December 31 Blythewood

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Saturday December 6 | Southeast * please register

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 9

for teens Main | 929-3470

Eastover | 353-8584

Teen Otaku Association There is more anime and manga available than ever. TOA is about finding and sharing it together. We are a goofy bunch with snacks and an extra seat. Won’t you join us?

Teen Advisory Board for 7th-12th graders 3:30 p.m., Saturday, November 29

6 p.m., Mondays, November 3 – December 29

Eastover Anime Club Watch an old favorite or discover something new. Join us for viewing and discussion!

5:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 11

Biblio Big Screen: A Mini Teen Film Fest Join us for a monthly session that will teach you the fundamentals of film.

• Session 1: Acting 101 Learn the basics of being in front of the camera, including 'hitting your mark,' 'action,' stage vs. camera acting and the art of emotion.

Teen Advisory Board: Holiday Mixer Join TAB for fun and festivity!

• 3:30 – 5 p.m., Saturday December 6 | Main • 3:30 p.m., Saturday December 6 | Cooper

2 – 4 p.m., Saturday, November 15 • Session 2: Filming 101 An introduction to camera and shooting techniques. Bring your own cameras or smart devices and discover how they can become tools for creating movie magic.

2 – 4 p.m., Sunday, December 7

Teen Advisory Board

International Games Day Join us for a fun-filled day of playing board games, video games and more!

Special holiday events with TAB!

Noon – 5:30 p.m., Saturday, November 8

• 6:30 p.m., Tuesday December 9: Un-Cringe-Worthy Homemade Gifts | Sandhills • 3 p.m., Saturday, December 20: Ugly Sweater Party | Sandhills

Guitar Club Holiday Sing-Along Flash Back Party * Bring your instrument and jam out to some traditional and not so traditional holiday tunes with others or participate in an informal beginning group lesson to get you started. All levels welcome.

• 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Tuesday December 16 | Southeast

The Write Idea - Teen Writers Club Are you a creative teen writer? Join us to share your work and get feedback to inspire you and improve your skills.

2:30 p.m., Saturday, November 22

Denim Makeover* Give an old pair of jeans a fantastic makeover.

6:30 p.m., Thursday, November 6 Teen Cinema What better way to relax then to watch a movie?

5:30 p.m., Thursdays November 13 & December 11 Craft Café* Bring a plain t-shirt and redecorate it!

3 p.m., Saturday, December 20 Northeast | 736-6575 Homework Help Center for 9th-12th graders Homework support specifically for high school students.

4 p.m., Tuesdays, November 4 – 18 Y.O.S.H.I. Anime Club The Youth Organization for Selection of Hypnotic Illustrations wants you!

We select anime to watch together in a relaxed setting. We also discuss manga.

Homeschool How-To: Watercolors Workshop Join the Teen Center to learn the fundamentals of using watercolors to create painted landscapes.

6 p.m., Wednesdays November 5 – December 17

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 9

Teen Advisory Board Join TAB for Bad Art night!

Chapter One Are you a teen who enjoys reading books before they hit the shelves? Join this innovative teen book club where we give you unpublished books and you give us reviews.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 22

2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Saturday, December 13 Cooper | 787-3462 Teen Advisory Board for 7th-12th graders Earn volunteer hours! We meet to plan programs, participate in service projects and have fun! New members welcome.

3:30 p.m., Saturday, November 22

10 NOVEMBER | DECEMBER

North Main | 754-7734

Except November 26 Sandhills | 699-9230

Southeast | 776-0855 Homework Help Center Homework support specifically for middle school and high school students.

4:45 – 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays November 4 – 25 & December 2 & 9 Ayuda con la tarea escolar Apoyos específicamente para estudiantes en el secundario.

4:45 – 6:45 p.m., los martes noviembre 4 – 25 & diciembre 2 & 9

* please register

for teens Volunteer for an Evening* Need a few hours of community service?

Earn 1-2 hours of service while generating more content to include on scholarship or college applications.

6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 12

Overdrive: eBooks Instantly Available Check out eBooks and audiobooks instantly. Search “Overdrive” in your app

3M Cloud Library eBooks Search for “cloud library” in your app store or visit RichlandLibrary.com to get started on your mobile device or computer.

store or visit RichlandLibrary.com.

St. Andrews | 772-6675

Choose from more than 20,000 titles

Everything Manga: Not Your Ordinary Book Club Do you like Japanese manga and animation?

Discuss your favorite titles, watch anime and compete in a trivia game for great prizes!

right at your fingertips.

6 p.m., Tuesdays November 25 & December 23 & 30 Chess Club Show us your mental mastery against members of the Columbia Chess Club. Participate in a casual game or a tournament.

6 p.m., Mondays, November 3 – December 29 Guitar Club Bring your instrument and participate in a group or individual lesson.

Zinio: eMagazines at Your Fingertips Read or download hundreds of popular and niche magazines on library computers

Freegal: Free Music Weekly From Adele to the Alabama Shakes, download six songs a week from more than 7.8 million titles— yours to keep. Search “Freegal” in your app store or visit RichlandLibrary.com/freegal.

or your personal devices. Find out how at RichlandLibrary.com/eMagazines.

READY

DOWNLOAD FREE EBOOKS, MUSIC & MORE.

3:30 p.m., Saturdays November 8 & December 20

For Teens and Adults Main | 929-3434 A Portrait of India A presentation of Indian dance, music, food, art and a display of Indian fiction, nonfiction and movies. Enjoy an interactive dancesegment and get a henna tattoo!

3 p.m., Sunday, November 2

Parent & Teen Café: Graphic Novels 101 Learn how graphic novels can support literacy development and a love of reading in your child and discover an incredible selection for all ages and interests.

Coffee and light refreshments served.

Bookbinding Have you ever wanted to bind your own books? Try your hand at somesimple yet age-old techniques.

3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, December 6

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 11

Gingerbread Architecture 101 Get into the holiday spirit by constructing a festive (and tasty) gingerbread house.

Northeast | 736-6575

Southeast | 776-0855

NaNoWriMo Write-In Gather with other writers participating in National Novel Writing Month. Rack up the words with writing challenges.

Create Your Own Writer’s Blog* Create your own online blog using a free blogging platform. We'll help you get started. Participants need to have an existing email address.

7 p.m., Tuesdays, November 4 – 25 Sandhills | 699-9230 Blind Date with a Graphic Novel Each graphic novel will be wrapped in brown paper with a descriptive personal ad. Choose your date and don’t open it until you get home.

Tell us what you think and if you write a personal ad for another graphic novel, we’ll enter you in a prize drawing!

Through November 30

* please register

11 a.m. – noon, Tuesday, November 4 Hablamos Spanish Conversation Gathering Ya lo hablas? Join us for an hour of some relaxed Spanish chitchat.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays November 5 & 19, December 3 & 17

6:30 – 8 p.m., Wednesday, December 10

APP REVIEW: Graphing Calculator Heather Green Richland Library Wheatley

One of Time’s Top 10 Back-to-School iPhone Applications, this free app allows students to ditch the bulky, expensive graphing calculators of yore. Students can graph multiple equations at a time and email results.

A cheaper but reliable alternative for math students. (By Appcylon LLC, $1.99)

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 11

for adults Main | 929-3457

Local Author Showcase Discover great books written by talented locals. Meet authors and do some holiday shopping. From poetry and history to inspirational books and mysteries, there's something for everyone.

11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday December 13 | Main

Creative Writers’ Guild Write-In Celebrate your 50,000th word or keep working towards it at the Creative Writers’ Guild National Novel Writing Month Write-In. Start your novel here!

• 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, November 1 • 2 – 5:45 p.m., Sunday, November 30 Let’s Speak English Internationals, join our conversation sessions and practice speaking English in a relaxed environment.

10 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 – December 17

Pretty on the Cheap

'Tis the Season to be Jazzy

Making things pretty can get pricey.

Learn a few unique and lovely ways to wrap gifts with things you already have or are really cheap!

Celebrate the season with Richland Library Literary Resident Eboniramm, accompanied by an ensemble swinging with the sounds of notable holiday jazz songs.

5:30 p.m., Tuesday December 2 | Eastover

6:30 p.m., Wednesday December 17 | Main

Frugally Green: Gift Giving * This hands-on workshop will offer ideas for budget-friendly, last-minute, homemade gifts for the holidays for every age range.

3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday December 13 | Northeast

Ikebana for the Holidays Learn a brief history of Japanese flower arranging and make your own holiday arrangement to take home.

3 – 5 p.m., Saturday December 13 | Southeast

Very Merry Horizon Holiday Performance Enjoy the musical talents of the Horizon Band and let them put you into a very merry mood for the holidays.

6:30 p.m., Thursday December 18 | North Main

Capital Salute: D-Day Plus 70 Are you a Midlands WWII veteran with a story to tell? Volunteers will be available to help you put your story on paper. Your recollections can be shared with family and will become a part of the Walker Local History Room collection.

Bring your military photographs and we will scan them for you.

10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 5 Walking in the Past Lane Popular local historian Dean Hunt will present lectures and lead us up to the 150th anniversary of the burning of Columbia.

6 p.m., Thursdays • November 6: The Invasion Begins from Savannah to the Salkehatchie.

Topics include fighting in the lowcountry swamps, the burning of Robertsville, McPhersonville and Gillisonville, the capture of Coosawhatchie and Pocotaligo, and the fighting at Broxton’s and Buford’s Bridges.

• December 4: The Capture of the Coastal Plains Towns Topics include the fighting for the railroads, skirmishing at Bamberg, Graham’s Turnout (Denmark, Barnwell, Blackville and Aiken) and the burning of Orangeburg.

Creative Writers’ Guild Feeling creative? Bring your words to a roundtable discussion with other local writers for a fun way to keep your narrative skills sharp!

7 p.m., Thursdays, November 6 & December 4 Birding in South Carolina Jonathan Manchester from the Congaree National Park will discuss birds of South Carolina, migrating birds, bird terminology, birding equipment and tips on how to bring birds to your backyard.

Noon – 1:30 p.m., Saturday, November 8

12 NOVEMBER | DECEMBER

* please register

for adults I Have a Problem With That: Affordable Healthcare or Not? How has the ACA affected our families, our state and our nation? Are we a more evolved society? Join this community discussion with a panel of experts who will look at the impact of the ACA a year after its implementation.

6:30 p.m., Monday, November 10 iPick Film Series View fantastic flicks chosen by library staff.

3 p.m., Sundays • November 30: 12 Angry Men (NR) • December 21: While You Were Sleeping (PG)

Creating Art Outside the Box* Local artist and instructor Jeffrey Miller will teach you how to create art using unusual techniques and materials.

Awaken Your True Potential Body Mind Spirit Transformational Wellness Workshop for Women with Personal Growth Specialist Mary McBeth.

3 – 5 p.m., Saturday, November 15

PART 1: Body – Juicing demonstrations, meditation, food and lifestyle substitutes and resources for achieving your best.

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

Meet with other writers for ideas and critiques.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, November 17 Garden Like a Master: Fruit in the Garden * Learn the secrets to growing your own fruit with the Richland County Master Gardeners.

Couture Crafts* Join us in making fashionable, functional crafts to decorate your home and lifestyle.

10 – 11 a.m., Friday, November 21

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 2

Genealogy 101 This workshop will help you get started researching your family history and show you how online library resources can help.

After the Burning: Using Reconstruction Records in Family History Tracing your family history? Lowcountry Africana founding director, Toni Carrier, presents a workshop highlighting new and exciting reconstruction records for historical research.

2 p.m., Saturday, December 6 Blythewood | 691-9806 Clipping Amazing Part 2: Extreme Couponing Have you mastered couponing basics? Ready for a real couponing challenge? We’ll be talking about how to buy in bulk, create a stockpile and save on the products you love!

6 p.m., Thursday, November 13

Eastover | 353-8584

3 p.m., Saturday, December 6 North Main | 754-7734 Free Notary Public Free Notary Public services will be offered.

10 a.m. – noon, Saturdays November 1 & December 13 Other Ways to Graduate: GED Preparation* Prepare for the GED with a two night per week course of study. Participants must have attended all sessions of TABE assessment testing in September.

5 p.m., Tuesdays and Wednesdays November 4 – 25 & December 2 – 10

11 a.m., Saturday, November 15 Community Conversation: Families and Homelessness A dynamic panel of local experts on family homelessness, facilitated by the Midlands Area Consortium for the Homeless (MACH).

Presenters include Rebecca Jacobson from The Family Shelter, Kathleen McLean-Titus of Family Promise, and Lila Anna Sauls from St. Lawrence Place. Please support this lively discussion on innovative ways their programs reach out to and improve the lives of homeless families and children.

Basket Weaving* Observe a demonstration of pine needle basket weaving.

11 a.m., Wednesdays November 5 –19 & December 3 – 17 Those Seventies!

Step back into the '70s with us for a night of trivia, contests, performances and refreshments as we reminiscence about the good ole days. Dress in your groovy '70s threads!

6 p.m., Thursday, November 20

2 – 3:30 p.m., Friday, November 21 Cooper | 787-3462 Women’s Self Defense Class* Richland County Sheriff’s Deputies will teach you how to use your strengths, as a woman, for self-defense! This class is for women only, 18 years or older or ages 16 & 17 with a parent.

Comfortable clothing is recommended.

Movie Time!

Animated kid flicks not your thing?

Come enjoy a movie for grown-ups!

Programs for adults continued on page 14.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 22

9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, November 1

Community Seed Exchange Series Introduction to Seed Saving

Community Seed Exchange

Garden to Table Cooking

Did you know that saving seeds from your garden can decrease the cost of growing fresh vegetables and preserve plant diversity?

Join a Richland County Master Gardener representative to learn the basics.

Acquire new seeds for your garden by exchanging your saved seeds with fellow gardeners. Label all seeds to be exchanged with the plant’s name/variety, date saved and additional notes. Stop by the Information Desk throughout October to pick up free seed envelopes and labels.

Please join us as Deon Legette from Clemson’s Cooperative Exchange Service shows us how to take all those beautiful vegetables we’ve grown and turn them into healthy, delicious meals that the whole family will love.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 4 | Main

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 9 | Main

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Northeast | 736-6575

Richland Library Literary Resident Howard Burnham Presents A Cigarette in the Anteroom: Kaiser Wilhelm II—Villain or Victim?

A performance by Richland Library Literary Resident Howard Burnham.

As the Nazis invade the Netherlands, the exiled Kaiser receives Winston Churchill's offer of refuge in England.

Wilhelm reviews his life, his fall, exile and regrets.

7 p.m., Tuesday, November 11 | Southeast In a Dream within a Dream: Lewis Carroll and Alice in Wonderland A performance by Richland Library Literary Resident Howard Burnham.

Discover how a stuffy Oxford mathematician and photographer created a childhood classic ‘all in a golden afternoon’ on a river jaunt with a college colleague and the three Liddell sisters.

7 p.m., Wednesday, November 12 | Main

Let’s Speak English 7 p.m., Mondays, November 3 –17 Richland Library 101: Getting to Know the Library Catalog and Website * Learn to easily search the catalog with our updated system. Also learn to log in, renew items, start reading lists, turn on your reading history, place items on hold and share content on social media sites.

10 – 11 a.m., Wednesday, November 5 Swing Dance Class* Swing-out 1940s style while making new dance friends. No partner necessary.

7 – 8 p.m., Thursday, November 6 Frugally Green: Vegging Out* Learn the basics of going vegan and sample some tasty animal-free treats!

3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, November 8 Kurosawa to Bergman: Films From Around the World Can't make it to Cannes? Trip to Tokyo out of the budget? Join us for screenings of Passion of Anna (R) and Baran (PG).

6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays November 18 & December 16 Sandhills | 699-9230 Tai Chi Improve your balance, coordination and flexibility with this ancient form of exercise.

Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

9:15 a.m., Tuesdays, November 4 – December 30 Let’s Speak English 11 a.m., Tuesdays, November 4 – December 30 Southeast | 776-0855

Storytime Café for parents Join us for coffee and light refreshments after storytime. Meet new friends and learn about the great resources we have to offer.

Let’s Speak English 7 p.m., Tuesdays, November 4 – December 6

• 11 a.m., Tuesday, November 4 | Main

Swapping Stories Hear exciting stories from professional storytellers, your neighbors (near and far) and, if you're feeling wild, share your own!

• 7 p.m., Monday, December 1 | Main

6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 13

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Recyclable Prints* By using everyday items and recyclable materials you can create one of kind prints using basic printmaking techniques.

2:30 p.m., Saturday, November 1 Virgin Nappy Hair: Natural Hair Care* Join local hair stylist, Lila Papadakis, to learn more about the history of natural hair styles and view informative demonstrations of how to care for natural hair.

6 p.m., Tuesday, November 4 Photography and Composition * Develop your photographic skills by understanding different elements of composition designed to improve your photographs.

6:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 5 Photography and Lighting* Develop your skills by understanding how different qualities and direction of light will affect the way your photographs look.

6:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 12 Photography and Camera Controls* Learn more about your camera by understanding how aperture and shutter speed work to control the look of your photos.

6:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 19 The Final Chat: Discussing End of Life in a Not so Crummy Way* Join Heather Leigh for a fireside chat-style discussion of end of life arrangements.

Get important information on consumer rights, options and trends. Participants will receive an Emergency Record Guide booklet.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 2 Create Your Own Earrings* Come to our workshop and learn simple techniques to create beautiful pieces.

No need to bring supplies.

6:30 p.m., Thursday, December 11

• 4 p.m., Tuesday, December 16 | Main

Emerging Reader Workshop for parents Does your elementary child struggle with reading? Explore ways to make reading time together pleasant and effective.

Learn tips and strategies to make homework easier.

14 NOVEMBER | DECEMBER

Hard Times Homeschooling

Winter Holiday Homeschooling

for parents Is it still possible to homeschool when the going gets rough? Explore ideas on how to get through hard times homeschooling.

for parents Winter holidays are here and it's time to take a break…or is it? Discuss your homeschool options with resources to make the holidays come alive with learning opportunities.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 11 | Main

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 2 | Main

* please register

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

Eastover | 353-8584

Southeast | 776-0855

Keep Me In Suspense!

A Mystery/Thriller Book Group 2:30 p.m., Saturdays • November 8: In the Woods by Tana French • December 13: The Best American Mystery Stories of 2011

Novel People of Eastover 6 p.m., Thursdays • November 6: Rainwater by Sandra Brown • December 4: Garlic and Sapphires

by Ruth Reichl

Brown Bag Short Story Discussion* Noon – 1 p.m., Wednesdays November 12 & December 10

North Main | 754-7734 Great Books Discussion Group 7 p.m., Wednesdays • November 12: Anthony and Cleopatra

by Shakespeare • December 10: Notes From the Underground

by Dostoevsky Guys Read Join us as we discuss The Dog Stars

by Peter Heller.

6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 13 Tuesday Morning Literary Discussion Group Discussion lead by Dr. George Geckle.

10 a.m., Tuesdays • November 18: Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov • December 16: The Love of a Good Woman

by Alice Munro Vista Book Group Join us as we discuss Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls by David Sedaris.

6 p.m., Wednesday, November 19 Urban Readers Book Group Join us as we discuss Who Asked You?

by Terry McMillan.

6 p.m., Tuesday, December 9

Urban Fiction Book Group 1:30 p.m., Saturdays November 15 & December 13

Third Thursday Book Group* 7 – 8:30 p.m., Thursdays • November 20: Beautiful Ruins

by Jess Walter • December 18: The Paris Architect

by Charles Belfoure

Page Turners 7 p.m., Tuesdays November 18 & December 16

St. Andrews | 772-6675

Northeast | 736-6575

Wheatley | 799-5873

Northeast Book Group 7 p.m., Thursdays • November 13: The Last Child

by John Hart • December 11: Individual Book Discussion

Young Professionals Discussion Group In your 20s to 40s and love talking about books and TV series? Join us!

Sandhills | 699-9230 Second Wednesday Book Group 7 p.m., Wednesdays • November 12: Longbourn

by Jo Baker • December 10: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

Book Banter Discussion Group * 7 p.m., Tuesdays, November 11 & December 9

6 p.m., Thursdays • November 20: We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves by Karen Joy Fowler • December 18: The Grand Budapest Hotel (R) Wheatley’s Book Group 11 a.m., Saturdays • November 22: The Art Forger

by B.A. Shapiro • December 13: The Hurricane Sisters

by Dorthea Benton Frank

Third Thursday Book Group 1 p.m., Thursdays • November 20: Longbourn by Jo Baker • December 18: The Invention of Wings

by Sue Monk Kidd

Ballentine | 781-5026 Reader’s Morning Out 10 a.m., Tuesdays • November 11: The Story of the Beautiful Girl by Rachel Simon • December 9: Reader’s Choice Holiday Celebration Bookin’ It in Ballentine 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays • December 3: The World’s Strongest Librarian by Josh Hanagarne • December 17: Reader’s Choice Holiday Celebration Cooper | 787-3462 Cooper Branch Book Group * 10 – 11 a.m., Mondays November 3 & December 1 * please register

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 15

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

Main | 929-3457

Sandhills | 699-9230

St. Andrews | 772-6675 *

12:30 p.m., Tuesdays November 11, 25 & December 9

1 p.m., Tuesdays November 4 – December 30

1 p.m., Thursdays November 6 & 20, December 4 & 18

Ballentine | 781-5026

Southeast | 776-0855

6 – 7 p.m., Thursdays November 6 – December 18 Except November 27

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays November 4 – December 30

Computer Basics If you have a computer question, we have an answer! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, we can help. Please register online at RichlandLibrary.com.

Main | 929-3457 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, November 1 Microsoft Excel (2013)* Learn the basics of building a spreadsheet, creating charts and performing calculations using Microsoft Excel (2013).

Prerequisite: Microsoft Word (2013) class or solid Word experience.

Intermediate Microsoft Word (2013) * Learn intermediate skills for Microsoft Word (2013), such as creating lists, using headers and footers, working with tables, and adding pictures and graphics.

Prerequisite: Microsoft Word (2013) class or solid Word experience.

10 a.m., Thursday, November 13 Eastover | 353-8584 Introduction to Computers II 2 p.m., Mondays, November 3 & 17 North Main | 754-7734 Email Basics* Become familiar using email to create, send and receive messages. Learn how to save contacts and tips for identifying junk mail.

Prerequisite: Solid mouse and keyboarding skills.

10 a.m., Thursday, November 6 Introduction to Computers II * Learn how to perform basic computer tasks using Microsoft Windows. Open programs and learn how to edit and organize files.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers I or solid mouse skills.

10 a.m., Saturday, November 8 Microsoft PowerPoint (2013)* Learn basic skills for creating a presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint (2013). Learn to create new slides, edit text and insert images.

Prerequisite: Microsoft Word (2013) class or solid Word experience.

6:30 p.m., Monday, November 10

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6 p.m., Every Tuesday

Email Basics* 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 3 Microsoft Word (2013) * 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 10 Southeast | 776-0855 Help Center * If you know how to use a computer, but get frustrated with certain tasks, help is here. Personal computers welcomed.

Call to reserve a 30-minute, one-on-one session. Let us know what you want to learn and we’ll take care of the rest!

Microsoft Word * 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, November 1 Microsoft Excel (2013) * 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, November 22

11 a.m., Mondays, November 3 – 17

6:30 p.m., Monday, November 3 Microsoft Word (2013) * Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Word (2013).

Wheatley | 799-5873

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.

Microsoft PowerPoint (2013)* 10 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, December 6 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Introduction to Computers I * 3 p.m., Wednesday, November 12

11 a.m., Mondays, December 1 – 15 Northeast | 736-6575 Creating a Budget in Excel* Want to get a head start on that New Year’s resolution to budget better?

Learn to create a budget and easily keep track of your finances in Excel.

3 – 5 p.m., Saturday, November 1 Sandhills | 699-9230 Introduction to Computers I* 10 a.m, Wednesday, November 12 Introduction to Computers II* 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 19 Internet Basics* 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 26

Internet Basics * 10 a.m., Tuesday, November 4 Microsoft Word (2013) * 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 18 Microsoft PowerPoint (2013) * 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 16 Microsoft Excel (2013) * 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 3 Microsoft Publisher (2013) * Learn how to use Microsoft Publisher (2013) to create newsletters, flyers and brochures.

6:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 10

* please register

the business & job center Main | 929-3457 Goodwill Training Programs & Sign-Up * A representative from Goodwill Job Connections shares information about the many Goodwill job training and placement opportunities available to all job seekers regardless of age, background or experience.

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Mondays November 3, 24 & December 1 & 22 Interview Practice These sessions for individuals are first come, first served. Groups by appointment only.

10 a.m. – noon, Wednesdays November 5 – December 31 Except December 24 Basic Résumé Help with a Career Coach A Career Coach will be available to answer your individual résumé questions on a first come, first served basis.

• 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays November 5 – December 31 Except December 24 • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays November 15 & December 13 Career…Encore!

Networking and Support Group Share the challenges you are facing in the job hunt, obtain free workforce development advice, tangible resources and enhance your networking opportunities in a supportive and empowering environment.

9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Thursdays November 6 & December 4 Get Noticed on LinkedIn More than 80% of jobs are obtained through networking. Join a Career Coach to learn how to create your LinkedIn profile, develop your positive online reputation and personal brand!

Why the GED Matters * Join a representative from Richland School District One Adult Education to learn why it's important to get your GED (high school equivalency diploma) and how it opens doors to better paying jobs, new careers, college and a brighter future!

3-2-1 Contact! How to Network* Learn effective ways to build, maintain and call upon your network of people who have the advice, information and referrals you need.

This class will focus on traditional networking techniques more than online social networking.

6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, December 11

6 – 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 11 Cooper | 787-3462 Start Your Company Research with Reference USA * Research executives and companies worldwide and find company news articles for research. This hands-on class will help you create a more targeted career plan.

6 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, November 17 Learn How to Be Career Ready * Learn how your academic, employability and technical skills are key to achieving career success.

6 – 8 p.m., Tuesday, November 18 Stand Out! Create Your Career Portfolio * Learn how to create a personalized portfolio to help you plan, organize and document your knowledge, skills and abilities for prospective employers.

6 – 7 p.m., Thursday, November 20 Introduction to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification * The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, a federally mandated program through SC Department of Transportation, might help take your business to the next level.

Join DBE Project Supervisor Gary Linn as he discusses DBE Certification process and its benefits.

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, November 18 North Main | 754-7734 Create a Resume * • 2:30 p.m., Thursday, November 13 • 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 2 Find a Job Online * Explore various online resources and ways to search for and apply for jobs online.

You will also learn how to upload a résumé to a website or application.

5 p.m., Monday, November 17 Basic Résumé Help With a Career Coach • 5 p.m., Monday, November 3 • 3 p.m., Saturday, December 13 Northeast | 736-6575 Basic Résumé Help* Receive one-on-one assistance in writing a basic chronological résumé.

3 – 5 p.m., Wednesday, December 3

6 – 8 p.m., Tuesday, December 2

11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays November 8 & December 6

From Artist to Small Business Owner * Learn how Mark Woodham, owner of One Eared Cow Glass, Inc. since 1991, has turned his love of unique, high-quality glass art into a thriving small business.

Photo by Mark Woodham, One Eared Cow

* please register

6 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday November 5 | Main

Small Biz: Dream Big * No idea is too small! Join small business experts as they get you through the process of turning your idea into your own small business.

6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, November 13 | Main

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 17

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Nord Family Foundation Donation The Nord Family Foundation has made a generous $100,000 donation to fund a Learning Center at Richland Library Blythewood.

The Learning Center will be a hybrid of two existing services that are offered on a more limited basis within the Richland Library system – job centers and homework centers. By day, the Learning Center will provide the highest level of services to adult learners and job seekers. The Center will be equipped to offer training in areas such as resume writing, interviewing and computer skills in an effort to develop a competent, skilled cadre of workers.

By afternoon and evening, the Learning Center will transform into a dedicated environment focused on homework support and technology training for students. The Richland Library Foundation has embarked upon a major gifts campaign to fund Learning Centers in seven library locations.

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FRIENDS give freely.

support your library Richland Library Board Officers 2014-2015 Richland Library is fortunate to have three separate boards with officers and members who unselfishly volunteer their time to advance our community.

Board officers for the 2014-2015 fiscal year are as follows:

Board of Trustees

Richland Library Friends

JoAnn Turnquist, Chair

Susan Hackett, President

Robert E. Gahagan, Vice Chair

Susan Mazur, Vice President

Nathaniel A. Barber, Treasurer

Pictured top left: JoAnn Turnquist, Board Chair

Joe Clark, Treasurer Aubrey Dillard, Secretary

Ida W. Thompson, Secretary Richland Library Foundation

top right: Susan Hackett, Friends' President

David Campbell, Chair Adam Davis, Vice Chair Sarena Burch, Secretary/Treasurer

bottom right: David Campbell, Foundation Chair

Give Freely this Holiday Season Your support helps Richland Library make a real difference in our community and the lives of so many. As the year ends, and always, there are several ways you can

Donor SPOTLIGHT

give to your library.

“When I moved to

Volunteer. Join the more than 1,100

Columbia from Boise,

junior, teen and adult volunteers who

Idaho 10 years ago, one of the first places I went

give their time and talent to help the

was the library because I knew it would make

library advance our community. Visit

me feel at home in a foreign place. To this day,

RichlandLibrary.com or call 803.929.3436.

Richland Library continues to be an important part of my family’s lives. My two children, now 11 and 8, and I rely on the library for books and

Join the Richland Library Friends, a nonprofit organization that works to raise awareness of and support for the library.

Memberships start at only $25. For details or to join online, visit RichlandLibrary.com or call 803.988.0885.

Support the Foundation.

Consider making the library a part of your year-end giving.

sometimes movies. Richland Library enriches our lives… I happily give back each year with a donation. As a lifetime lover of books and an avid reader, I can’t imagine not having such an amazing and forward-thinking library system in our city — all reasons why I know it’s important to support Richland Library so it can continue to grow, thrive and improve for us.”

— Liz Melendez

Visit RichlandLibrary.com/foundation to make a gift online or call 803.929.3424.

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Community Conversations at Ballentine In September, Ballentine residents came together to discuss plans for the new 15,000 square foot Richland Library Ballentine.

Let your voice be heard! Attend a future Community Conversation:

Customers at the three Community Conversations agreed that they value their inclusive, diverse community; the area’s emphasis on nature, creative arts and crafts; and a comfortable, laid-back environment.

• Noon, Tuesday, December 4 • 6 p.m., Thursday, December 4

Their needs for a future library include spaces that connect the indoors with the outdoors; tutor/group study rooms; a large meeting room or performance space; and a dedicated children’s area.

They would also like to see an emphasis placed on local art, and more bicycle and pedestrian access.

visit www.BuildingYourLibrary.com.

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For the latest news on Richland Library renovations and reconfigurations,

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