Made with Love: A Valentine’s Cookie Decorating Storytime
10:00 am for infants-age 5.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with valentine stories and cookie decorating. Materials will be supplied.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
"Un-Valentine" Party
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Who needs love when we can have chocolate? Bring your friends to the Strafford Branch Library for an "Un-Valentine" Party with chocolate trivia, a "name that candy bar" contest, fun crafts and more!
Monday, February 20, 2012
Presidents Day
.
All libraries will be closed Monday, February 20, for Presidents Day.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with engaging stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read successfully.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Knitting Circle
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
No matter your age or ability you're welcome to join a monthly knitting circle at the Library. Bring your needles, yarn and any projects you are working on and share ideas, tricks and tips with fellow knitters.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Edge Mobile Class: Internet Basics
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for adults.
Learn how to navigate the Internet using your browser's menus and toolbars. Access websites by typing in a Web address or using search engines, directories or other starting points. Prerequisites: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts January 01; call 736-9233.
Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm for adults.
Learn at your own pace using a variety of tutorial software. Instruction available on basic computer skills, organizing files and folders, Windows 7, Internet Explorer, Photoshop, QuickBooks, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft products including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and others. Practice your typing, work on a resume, or complete an online application. Prerequisite: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts January 01; call 736-9233.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with engaging stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read successfully.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Jane Eyre Book Discussion
6:00 pm for adults.
By Charlotte Bronte.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Effie's Trinkets
3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Create and sport your own Mockingjay designs! Make a Tribute Token, design a Mockingjay button, Hunger Games bracelet or Catching Fire bookmark. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Friday, March 16, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Edge Mobile Class: Computer Skills I
10:00 am to 12:00 pm for adults.
Brush up on existing mouse and keyboard skills and learn the basics of word processing, including simple formatting, saving and printing documents. Prerequisites: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts February 01; call 736-9233.
Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for adults.
Learn at your own pace using a variety of tutorial software. Instruction available on basic computer skills, organizing files and folders, Windows 7, Internet Explorer, Photoshop, QuickBooks, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft products including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and others. Practice your typing, work on a resume, or complete an online application. Prerequisite: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts February 01; call 736-9233.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Decorate with Peeta
3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
See if your pastry decorating skills are on par with Peeta's as you decorate cupcakes in Hunger Games fashion. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Daily News from the Capitol
for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
Surviving the Hunger Games
3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Knitting Circle
3:00 pm for adults.
No matter your age or ability, you're welcome to join a monthly knitting circle at the Library. Bring your needles, yarn and any projects you are working on and share ideas, tricks and tips with fellow knitters.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Beatrix Potter, Peter Rabbit and Friends
10:00 am for all ages.
In honor of Women’s History Month, help us celebrate the work of author and illustrator Beatrix Potter with a storytime focusing on her beloved characters Peter Rabbit and friends.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
The Maltese Falcon Book Discussion
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm for adults.
By Dashiell Hammett. A Big Read 2012 event.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Solve the Mystery of Your Family History Big Read
11:00 am for adults.
Detective Sam Spade solved the mystery of the Maltese Falcon. You, too, can do some super-sleuthing in this program by our local history experts. Learn about basic genealogy research and how to get started solving the mystery of your family history. A Big Read 2012 event.
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Easter
.
All libraries will be closed Sunday, April 8, for Easter.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Killer Weekend Book Discussion
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm for adults.
Join us for a discussion of Ridley Pearson's "Killer Weekend" in honor of his April 26 Big Read featured appearance. A Big Read 2012 event.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Edge Mobile Class: Internet Basics
10:00 am to 12:00 pm for adults.
Learn how to navigate the Internet using your browser's menus and toolbars. Access websites by typing in a Web address or using search engines, directories or other starting points. Prerequisites: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts April 01; call 736-9233.
Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for adults.
Learn at your own pace using a variety of tutorial software. Instruction available on basic computer skills, organizing files and folders, Windows 7, Internet Explorer, Photoshop, QuickBooks, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft products including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and others. Practice your typing, work on a resume, or complete an online application. Prerequisite: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts March 01; call 736-9233.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Get to Rockin’
10:00 am for all ages.
Celebrate International Guitar Month with Pete the Cat. We'll dance, sing and strum to our favorite guitar stories such as "Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes."
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Clue Board Game Tournament Big Read
3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Think you have a clue? See who's the best detective during our Clue tournament. Prizes and snacks provided. A Big Read 2012 event.
Saturday, April 21, 2012
How to Raise a Money-Smart Child
9:30 am for adults.
Parents will take home lots of tips and techniques for talking with their children and grandchildren about money. Presenter: Edward Jones of Strafford. A Money Smart Week event.
Roll It, Take It, Leave It: Learn the Basics of Retirement Plans
10:30 am for adults.
It’s never too early to plan. Learn about the types of retirement plans, saving for retirement and options for making changes to those plans. Presenter: Edward Jones of Strafford. A Money Smart Week event.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Making Sense of Numbers Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Even young children need to understand the concept of money, but first they need to understand how numbers and counting work. We'll read fun stories, sing songs and do activities that build early math skills! A Money Smart Week event.
Racing to Read Storytime
10:00 am for all ages.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Knitting Circle
3:00 pm for adults.
No matter your age or ability, you're welcome to join a monthly knitting circle at the Library. Bring your needles, yarn and any projects you are working on and share ideas, tricks and tips with fellow knitters.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
If You Ask Me: (And of Course You Won't) Book Discussion
6:00 pm for adults.
By Betty White.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Free Comic Book Day
for grades 4-12.
Share the comic book love with Vintage Stock and the Library as we celebrate Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 5.
Stop by your favorite branch, pick up a free comic book and discover what's new in the world of superheroes, villains and your favorite comic book characters. Limit one per 'tween or teen grades 4 through 12, while supplies last!
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens
3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
National Chocolate Chip Day
10:00 am for all ages.
Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day with chocolate chip stories and sharing chocolate chip
treats. Find out "Who Stole the Cookies from the Cookie Jar" and what happens "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie."
Monday, May 21, 2012
Edge Mobile Class: Computer Skills I
10:00 am to 12:00 pm for adults.
Brush up on existing mouse and keyboard skills and learn the basics of word processing, including simple formatting, saving and printing documents. Prerequisites: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts May 21; call 736-9233.
Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for adults.
Learn at your own pace using a variety of tutorial software. Instruction available on basic computer skills, organizing files and folders, Windows 7, Internet Explorer, Photoshop, QuickBooks, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft products including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and others. Practice your typing, work on a resume, or complete an online application. Prerequisite: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts April 01; call 736-9233.
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Knitting Circle
3:00 pm for adults.
No matter your age or ability, you're welcome to join a monthly knitting circle at the Library. Bring your needles, yarn and any projects you are working on and share ideas, tricks and tips with fellow knitters.
Monday, May 28, 2012
Memorial Day
.
All libraries will be closed Monday, May 28, for Memorial Day.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Edge Mobile Class: Internet Basics
10:00 am to 12:00 pm for adults.
Learn how to navigate the Internet using your browser's menus and toolbars. Access websites by typing in a Web address or using search engines, directories or other starting points. Prerequisites: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts May 01; call 736-9233.
Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for adults.
Learn at your own pace using a variety of tutorial software. Instruction available on basic computer skills, organizing files and folders, Windows 7, Internet Explorer, Photoshop, QuickBooks, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft products including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and others. Practice your typing, work on a resume, or complete an online application. Prerequisite: Experience using keyboard and mouse.
Registration starts May 01; call 736-9233.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Independence Day
.
All libraries will be closed Wednesday, July 4, for Independence Day.
Monday, September 3, 2012
Labor Day
All libraries will be closed Monday, September 3, for Labor Day.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Staff Training
All libraries will be closed Monday, October 8, for Staff Training.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Veterans Day
All libraries will be closed Monday, November 12, for Veterans Day.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Thanksgiving Day
All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 22, for Thanksgiving.
Monday, December 24, 2012
Christmas Holiday
All libraries will be closed Monday, December 24, and Tuesday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday.
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Christmas Holiday
All libraries will be closed Monday, December 24, and Tuesday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday.
Monday, December 31, 2012
New Year's Holiday
All libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Monday, December 31, and will remain closed Tuesday, January 1, for the New Year's holiday. The Park Central Branch will reopen at 6 p.m. as part of Springfield’s annual First Night celebration. A First Night admission sticker will be required to enter.
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