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September 14, 2008

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS SEPTEMBER 15-21

ADULT SERVICES:
On Monday, September 15, at 7 p.m., in the Large Meeting Room, Colleen Caron will present What I Forgot to Remember, a program about memory and forgetfulness. Register by calling ALEXIAN CONNECTS at 1-866-ALEXIAN (253-9426).

This week, one Computer Class will be offered, Internet Basics, on Friday, September 19, at 9:15 a.m.--newcomers to the Internet can learn about URL's, toolbars, hyperlinks, and more. Participants must be able to use a computer mouse. Register online or by phoning extension 271 or 272. [There is currently a waiting list for this class.]

Because of low registration numbers, classes on Microsoft Word, Excel, and Windows Explorer will no longer be held. However, patrons can schedule one-hour private sessions on these programs by calling J. Kennedy at extension 225.

YOUTH SERVICES:
Fall programming begins this week on Monday, September 15, and continues until November 20. Preschool Storytimes that do not require registration will be:
Baby Tales on Mondays at 10 a.m.--ages 6 months to 2 1/2 years old with adult
Evening Storytime on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.--all ages and parents
Twilight Tales on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.--6 months to 2 1/2 years with adult

Online registration is required for the following programs:
Getting Ready to Read--ages 3 1/2 and up with an adult
Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Thursdays at 10 a.m.
SciKidz--for 1st grade and up
Tuesdays at 4 p.m.
Thursdays at 4 p.m.

Also starting this week is the Fall session of Babysitter's Training. It will be held on 2 consecutive Saturdays, September 20 and 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Both sessions must be attended to qualify for the completion certificate. For ages 10 to 16. There is a materials cost of $10 that must be paid before registration is confirmed. Register online or by calling extension 267 or 268.

Posted by egvpl at September 14, 2008 10:50 AM