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« April 12, 2008 - May 12, 2008 »
 
04 / 12
(all day)
Start: 03/01/2008 - 10:00am
End: 04/15/2008 - 9:00pm

Once again, the Benicia Public Library is asking community members to read the same book during the same time frame. Starting on March 1st the Library is asking the community to read "My California." This book is a collection of essays written by California authors about California.

Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:45 am

Study basic information on computers, desktops, toolbars, and windows. Familiarity with the mouse or Mouse Tutorial class is required. Registration is required. Call 746-4343 for more information or to register.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 4:00 pm

Friends of the Library Book Sale - The second Saturday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. the Friends hold a book sale in the Library basement. In May and November they hold their “Bag of Book Sale”.

04 / 13
(all day)
Start: 03/01/2008 - 10:00am
End: 04/15/2008 - 9:00pm

Once again, the Benicia Public Library is asking community members to read the same book during the same time frame. Starting on March 1st the Library is asking the community to read "My California." This book is a collection of essays written by California authors about California.

04 / 14
(all day)
Start: 03/01/2008 - 10:00am
End: 04/15/2008 - 9:00pm

Once again, the Benicia Public Library is asking community members to read the same book during the same time frame. Starting on March 1st the Library is asking the community to read "My California." This book is a collection of essays written by California authors about California.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

Baby Storytime for 6 to 18 month-olds is held every month on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. The program is free. Expect 10 to 15 minutes of fast-paced storytime fun, including stories, rhymes, bouncing songs, tickles, and feltboards. Sit on the floor, hold your baby in your lap, and play along together. One child per adult, please. Afterward there’s a chance to talk to other adults, and books suitable for babies are available for checkout. Call Allison at 746-4741 for more information.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The Library Board meets the second Monday of the month in the Edna Clyne room at 6:30 p.m. The Library Board is responsible for setting policies for the library. Meetings open to the public.

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm

The Library will be sponsoring a community book discussion on "My California." This will be a time to share your views on the book, and talk about which essays were your favorite.

04 / 15
End: 9:00 pm
Start: 03/01/2008 - 10:00am
End: 04/15/2008 - 9:00pm

Once again, the Benicia Public Library is asking community members to read the same book during the same time frame. Starting on March 1st the Library is asking the community to read "My California." This book is a collection of essays written by California authors about California.

Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Preschool Storytime for 4 and 5 year-olds is every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Preschoolers’ attention spans are longer, so expect 30 minutes of books with more complex plots, songs, fingerplays, and longer feltboards. Some preschoolers like to have an independent storytime experience, so the child might sit on the floor while you sit in a chair nearby. Books suitable for preschoolers are available for checkout after the storytime.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The Adult Non-fiction Book Club - Meets in the Dona Benicia Room the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm. Read the book and join in the discussion.

04 / 16
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Toddler Storytime for 2 and 3 year-olds is every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Toddlers’ attention spans are short, so expect 20 minutes of simple books, songs, easy fingerplays, and feltboard nursery rhymes. Adults and their toddlers actively participate in this storytime together, so sit close together and help the child follow along. Books suitable for toddlers are available for checkout after the storytime. Come a few minutes early, so the toddler can get a nametag and meet the librarian.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8-19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The Adult Evening Book Club - Meets in the Dona Benicia Room the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm. Read the book and join in the discussion.

04 / 17
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 5:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

04 / 18
Start: 2:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Friday Movie: On Fridays there is a free movie suitable for children from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Come view the movie on a big screen.

04 / 19
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm

More information coming. For ages 8 and up

04 / 20
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Enjoy Chess and Scrabble, come join the fun playing with fellow enthusists. Instructions and games provided. Free. All ages

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:30 pm

For Jazz Appreciation Month, the Benicia Library will be presenting Dalt Williams Jazz Quartet and vocalist Tranishia Gholston.

The Dalt Williams Quartet with Dalt Williams (leader, acoustic bass & composer), Barry Robertson (piano/keyboard), Gary Maas (drums), Bob Akers (flute, clarinet, alto & tenor saxophones), and vocalist Tranishia Gholston will perform a FREE jazz concert with a program highlighting "THE ORIGINS & DEVELOPMENT OF JAZZ."

04 / 21
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

Baby Storytime for 6 to 18 month-olds is held every month on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. The program is free. Expect 10 to 15 minutes of fast-paced storytime fun, including stories, rhymes, bouncing songs, tickles, and feltboards. Sit on the floor, hold your baby in your lap, and play along together. One child per adult, please. Afterward there’s a chance to talk to other adults, and books suitable for babies are available for checkout. Call Allison at 746-4741 for more information.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm

The Teen Book Club is a way for teens to get together and discuss books that THEY have chosen to read. At the meeting, we discuss how these titles fit into the lives of teens today. Come to the Library’s information desk to pick up a copy of this month’s book to check out! New teens always welcome!

For more information on teen events visit the Teen Events Page.

Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The Art Galley Committee is a subcommittee of the Library Board and it meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Edna Clyne Room except during the summer. The meetings are open to all.

04 / 22
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Preschool Storytime for 4 and 5 year-olds is every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Preschoolers’ attention spans are longer, so expect 30 minutes of books with more complex plots, songs, fingerplays, and longer feltboards. Some preschoolers like to have an independent storytime experience, so the child might sit on the floor while you sit in a chair nearby. Books suitable for preschoolers are available for checkout after the storytime.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 3:30 pm
End: 4:30 pm

The Junior Kids’ Book Club is for kids ages 7-9 only. Meetings are the 4th Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m. Books for the next month’s read are handed out at the meeting or are at the Reference Desk after the meeting. This month we will be reading "Knights of the Kitchen Table".

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Family Storytime takes place on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. It’s a time for children age 4 to 8 and their families to enjoy the Library together! Do a fun craft, and then join a children’s librarian as she shares great books, songs, and more. The program is free, and no registration is needed.

04 / 23
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Toddler Storytime for 2 and 3 year-olds is every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Toddlers’ attention spans are short, so expect 20 minutes of simple books, songs, easy fingerplays, and feltboard nursery rhymes. Adults and their toddlers actively participate in this storytime together, so sit close together and help the child follow along. Books suitable for toddlers are available for checkout after the storytime. Come a few minutes early, so the toddler can get a nametag and meet the librarian.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8-19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

04 / 24
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Learner’s Bookgroup - The Learner Book Group meets in the Edna Clyne Room. The Learner Book Group is open to intermediate and advanced learners enrolled in the literacy program. Tutors are welcomed to accompany their learners. Discussions will be on the 4th Thursday of each month.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 5:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

04 / 25
Start: 2:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Friday Movie: On Fridays there is a free movie suitable for children from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Come view the movie on a big screen.

04 / 26
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

04 / 27
04 / 28
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

Baby Storytime for 6 to 18 month-olds is held every month on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. The program is free. Expect 10 to 15 minutes of fast-paced storytime fun, including stories, rhymes, bouncing songs, tickles, and feltboards. Sit on the floor, hold your baby in your lap, and play along together. One child per adult, please. Afterward there’s a chance to talk to other adults, and books suitable for babies are available for checkout. Call Allison at 746-4741 for more information.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm

Where do we get ideas for great programs and materials for teens? That’s right, the Teen Advisory Board? This group of active teens meets at 6:00 p.m. on the last Monday of the month. Our teens meet with the Teen Services Librarian, enjoy free dinner, and make suggestions about upcoming events and the future of teen services. New teens and ideas are always welcome. The Board is informal; you can try it once or make it a habit and come every month!

04 / 29
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Preschool Storytime for 4 and 5 year-olds is every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Preschoolers’ attention spans are longer, so expect 30 minutes of books with more complex plots, songs, fingerplays, and longer feltboards. Some preschoolers like to have an independent storytime experience, so the child might sit on the floor while you sit in a chair nearby. Books suitable for preschoolers are available for checkout after the storytime.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

04 / 30
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Toddler Storytime for 2 and 3 year-olds is every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Toddlers’ attention spans are short, so expect 20 minutes of simple books, songs, easy fingerplays, and feltboard nursery rhymes. Adults and their toddlers actively participate in this storytime together, so sit close together and help the child follow along. Books suitable for toddlers are available for checkout after the storytime. Come a few minutes early, so the toddler can get a nametag and meet the librarian.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8-19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Author Nanette Gartrell, MD will discuss her book "My Answer is No If That's OK with You"

05 / 1
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 3:15 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 5:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

05 / 2
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Friday Movie: On Fridays there is a free movie suitable for children from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Come view the movie on a big screen.

05 / 3
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Early Learning with families Children's Fair at the Benicia Public Library. Face Painting, Balloon Magic, Sidewalk Art, Free Stuff, Loads of Fun!

05 / 4
05 / 5
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:30 pm

Baby Storytime for 6 to 18 month-olds is held every month on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. The program is free. Expect 10 to 15 minutes of fast-paced storytime fun, including stories, rhymes, bouncing songs, tickles, and feltboards. Sit on the floor, hold your baby in your lap, and play along together. One child per adult, please. Afterward there’s a chance to talk to other adults, and books suitable for babies are available for checkout. Call Allison at 746-4741 for more information.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

05 / 6
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Preschool Storytime for 4 and 5 year-olds is every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Preschoolers’ attention spans are longer, so expect 30 minutes of books with more complex plots, songs, fingerplays, and longer feltboards. Some preschoolers like to have an independent storytime experience, so the child might sit on the floor while you sit in a chair nearby. Books suitable for preschoolers are available for checkout after the storytime.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 3:30 pm
End: 4:30 pm

Book clubs for kids: The Kids’ Book Club is for kids ages 10-13 years only. Meetings are the 1st Tuesday of the month at 3:30 p.m. This month we will be discussing "The Tale of Despereaux."

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Read your poetry and listen to others. Adults

05 / 7
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Toddler Storytime for 2 and 3 year-olds is every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The program is free and no registration is required. Toddlers’ attention spans are short, so expect 20 minutes of simple books, songs, easy fingerplays, and feltboard nursery rhymes. Adults and their toddlers actively participate in this storytime together, so sit close together and help the child follow along. Books suitable for toddlers are available for checkout after the storytime. Come a few minutes early, so the toddler can get a nametag and meet the librarian.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 1:00 pm

The Noon Mystery Book Club - Meets in the Dona Benicia Room the first Wednesday of the month at noon. Read the book, bring your lunch and join in the discussion.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8-19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

05 / 8
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:00 pm

For literacy students

Start: 3:15 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Friends members only pre-sale - On the Thursday evening before the monthly book sale there is a pre sale for members of the Friends in the Library basement from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Membership is available at the door.

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The Mystery Book Club - Meets in the Dona Benicia Room the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. Read the book and join in the discussion.

05 / 9
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Friday Movie: On Fridays there is a free movie suitable for children from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Come view the movie on a big screen.

Start: 4:00 pm
End: 5:30 pm

Check out some of Moonlight Film Festival films of the past & see what it takes to be a winner. Get a head start on 8th Annual Moonlight Film Festival and pick up an entry form. Films will be due on Monday, August 25th. The 8th Annual Moonlight Film Festival will follow on Friday and Saturday, September 5th and 6th.

05 / 10
Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:45 am

Learn some basic word processing. Familiarity with the mouse or Mouse Tutorial class is required. Registration is required. Call 746-4343 for more information or to register.

Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:45 am

Study how to highlight, copy and paste text. Become familiar with toolbars, saving text, and formatting text. Familiarity with the mouse or completion of the Mouse Tutorial are required. Registration is required. Class 746-4343 for more information and to register for the class.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 4:00 pm

Friends of the Library Book Sale - The second Saturday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. the Friends hold a book sale in the Library basement. In May and November they hold their “Bag of Book Sale”.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

The computer classes offered in our Computer Lab are structured to help learners build their English skills. Hands-on support and great computer software that promotes learning is provided. Tutor support is encouraged and welcomed.

05 / 11
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Enjoy Chess and Scrabble, come join the fun playing with fellow enthusists. Instructions and games provided. Free. All ages

05 / 12
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Monday and Thursday mornings: Children under the age of four whose parents are enrolled as active learners in the Adult Literacy program or that attend Monday and Thursday morning ESL Classes are eligible for the childcare service. Free! Held at the Youth Activities Center.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

Free classes are offered to adults with limited English conversational skills. Three levels of instruction are available: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Subjects include grammar, conversation, reading, writing, survival skills and much more. Classes meet Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 am at the library, during the school year. Call 746-4341 for more information and to register.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:30 pm

Baby Storytime for 6 to 18 month-olds is held every month on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. The program is free. Expect 10 to 15 minutes of fast-paced storytime fun, including stories, rhymes, bouncing songs, tickles, and feltboards. Sit on the floor, hold your baby in your lap, and play along together. One child per adult, please. Afterward there’s a chance to talk to other adults, and books suitable for babies are available for checkout. Call Allison at 746-4741 for more information.

Start: 3:15 pm
End: 5:00 pm

The After-School Zone happens Monday through Thursday, when school is in session, from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m. (except for the Tuesdays with After-School Events). The After-School Zone is a free place for kids age 8 - 19 to drop in. It’s a place to study, play video games, have a snack, and visit with friends.

Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The Library Board meets the second Monday of the month in the Edna Clyne room at 6:30 p.m. The Library Board is responsible for setting policies for the library. Meetings open to the public.

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