Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System Volume 3 • No. 1
Live, Learn @ the Library
EVENTS • CLASSES
January, February, March 2015
www.arcpls.org
Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System Hours of Operation www.arcpls.org HEADQUARTERS LIBRARY 823 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 706-821-2600
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WALLACE LIBRARY 1237 Laney-Walker Blvd. Augusta, GA 30901 706-722-6275
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Dates to Remember Library Closures: New Year’s Day – Thursday, January 1 – Closed, All Locations M. L. King, Jr. Day – Monday, January 19 – Closed, All Locations
Special Events: January 3rd – Family Fun Day March 7th – Augusta Literary Festival March 8th-14th – Teen Tech Week: Libraries Are For Making...
Table of Contents Headquarters Library................................................3 Appleby Branch.....................................................11 Diamond Lakes Branch..........................................11 Friedman Branch....................................................12 Maxwell Branch.....................................................14 Wallace Branch......................................................15
Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System Library Trustees: Brenda Morton Sue Pittman Loran Gray Lillie Hamilton Magdalene Newland Gwendolyn Rountree Faye Smith Jacqueline Johns Lyndsey Hix - Friends of the Augusta Library David Scott - Young Men’s Library Association
Library Branch Managers: Headquarters Library...............Darlene Price Director Appleby Library.......................Lois Griffin Diamond Lakes Library...........Lois Griffin Friedman Library.....................Eileen McCoy Maxwell Library.......................Jeff Stinson Wallace Library.......................Paulette Scurry
Headquarters Children’s Programs January Come check out our Civil Rights and Archaeology Book Displays! Saturday, January 3 1:00 p.m. Night at the Museum Movie Marathon Join us for screenings of Night at the Museum and Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.
Wellness Solutions, as she reads stories about staying healthy and strong. Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Tuesday, January 6 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Winter Brrrr… Baby, it’s cold outside! Join us for Story Time in the warm library as we learn about snow and all things winter! Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Tuesday, January 27 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Alligators & Crocodiles Chomp, chomp! Join us as we take a bite out of story time! Wednesday, January 14 Best for ages 3-7. 10:15 a.m. Registration recommended. Story Time for Tots: Move Your Body 706-821-2623. Join us as we move, shake, wiggle, Wednesday, January 28 and dance our way through our fun “move your body” based story 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Dinosaurs time. Best for ages 0-3. We are the dinosaurs, marching, Registration recommended. marching! Come join toddler time 706-821-2623. on one of our favorite topicsTuesday, January 20 dinosaurs! ROAR! 10:15 a.m. Best for ages 0-3. Big Kids Story Time: Friendship Registration recommended. What does it mean to be a friend? 706-821-2623. Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. February 706-821-2623.
Wednesday, January 7 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots!: Hats Bundle up in your favorite winter hat and join us for a story time on hats! Best for ages 0-3. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623. Tuesday, January 13 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Children’s Nutrition Join our special guest reader, Ms. Mary Sullivan, from Augusta
Wednesday, January 21 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Counting Fun Join Miss Emily as we learn to count our way to excellence. 1-2-3- YIPPEE!! Best for ages 0-3. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623. Saturday, January 24 2:00 p.m. Free Book Swap Do you have children’s books that are in good condition, but your family has lost interest in them? Come exchange those well-read books for new (free) titles during our Book Swap. Each book that is brought for the swap is good for a “new” book.
Come check out our Black History Month Book Display! Tuesday, February 3 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Circus Let’s run away to the circus! Please join guest reader and local author, Charmain Zimmerman-Brackett, as she reads from her children’s book, “Little Pearl’s Circus World.” Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
ALA Beyond Words Photo Contest Winner 3rd Place, Youth “Exploring” by Veronica Marzonie, Flint (Mich.) Public Library 3
Headquarters Wednesday, February 4 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Circus The circus is in town! Join this exciting story time as we learn about the circus! Best for ages 0-3. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Wednesday, February 18 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Dogs Story time has gone to the dogs! Come learn about man’s best friend during our toddler story time on dogs. Best for ages 0-3. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Tuesday, February 10 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Valentine’s Day/Love – Join us for a Valentine’s Day Story Time and craft. Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Tuesday, February 24 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Outer Space Blast off into a good book! Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Wednesday, February 11 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Valentine’s Day/Love – Can you feel the love? We certainly hope you’ll be able to after enjoying a lovely Valentine’s Day themed story time! Best for ages 0-3. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Wednesday, February 25 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Things That Go Planes, trains, and cars, oh my! It’s time to have fun learning about “things that go”. ZOOOOOM! Best for ages 0-3. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Saturday, February 14 11:00 a.m. Valentine Craft Come and make a free craft for the valentine in your life. Registration is required. 706-821-2623.
Saturday, February 28 1:00 p.m. Going To The Dogs Movie Marathon Join us for screenings of Because of Winn-Dixie and Hotel for Dogs.
March Come check out our Women’s History Month book display!!! Tuesday, March 3 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Cowboys Howdy, pardner! Join us for a rootin’, tootin’ story time! Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Wednesday, March 11 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Mustache Fun I mustache you a question… will you please join the Children’s Department for a fun story time and craft on mustaches and hair? It will be oodles of fun! Best for ages 0-3. Registration required. 706-821-2623.
Tuesday, March 17 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, March 4 Big Kids Story Time: St. Patrick’s Day 10:15 a.m. Join us for a lucky story time! Best Story Time for Tots: Sharing for ages 3-7. Sharing is caring! Show you care by coming to this toddler story time Registration recommended. to learn about the value of sharing. 706-821-2623. Best for ages 0-3. Tuesday, March 17 Registration recommended. Wednesday, March 18 706-821-2623. 2:00 p.m. Zooming Into Spring Movie Saturday, March 7 Marathon 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Augusta Literary Festival: Children’s Join us for screenings of Cars, Cars 2 and Planes. Authors Meet and greet with various children’s authors during the festival. Authors’ books will be available for purchase as well. Tuesday, March 10 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Bugs & Insects Join us for a creepy, crawly story time! Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Tuesday, February 17 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Chinese New Year – Baa! 2015 is the Year of the Sheep on the Chinese calendar! Join us for a Chinese New Yearthemed story time and craft. Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
Wednesday, March 18 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: St. Patrick’s Day Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Come enjoy stories, songs, and a craft all about St. Patrick’s Day, the “luckiest” holiday around. Registration required. 706-821-2623.
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Saturday, April 25, 10 am Saturday, April 25, 10 am Location: Augusta Canal Trail Location: Augusta Canal Trail Location: Augusta Canal Trail All All ages ages welcome welcome (individuals (individuals and and teams) teams) All ages welcome (individuals and teams) Sponsorship opportunities available Sponsorship opportunities available Sponsorship opportunities available Call Call 706-821-2612 706-821-2612 for for more more information. information. Call 706-821-2612 for more information.
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Headquarters Tuesday, March 24 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Spring Join us as we celebrate warm, wonderful Spring! Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623. Wednesday, March 25 10:15 a.m. Story Time for Tots: Let’s Learn About The Library Shhhh! It’s time for a storytime about the library. Best for ages 0-3. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623. Saturday, March 28 1:00 p.m. How To Train Your Dragon Movie Marathon Join us for screenings of How To Train Your Dragon and How To Train Your Dragon 2.
Adult Programs
Thursday, March 26 6:30 p.m. Early-Stage Alzheimer’s Caregiving In the early stages of Alzheimer’s, a person may function independently.
January Monday, January 5 Noon Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: HPV: What You Need to Know Presented by Lynn Allmond and hosted by Healthy Augusta. Free lunch provided for the first 30 people! For more information, contact Glynis Key . 706-721-1758 or gkey@gru. Thursday, January 29 6:30 p.m. The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, this forum is a great way to learn more from a staff member of the local Alzheimer’s Association.
Friday, January 16th 6:30 p.m. New Year’s Read Party – Sponsored by TAG (Teen Advisory Group) TAG: We’re It! As we ring in a new year of reading. All teens 11 to 17 years old are invited to come party with a purpose. Admission is a check out receipt or your library card. Registration is required for groups of 5 or more. 706-821-2604.
February
Tuesday, March 31 10:15 a.m. Big Kids Story Time: Skunks Join us for a stinky-good story time! Best for ages 3-7. Registration recommended. 706-821-2623.
AARP Tax Help Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 10am-2pm February 4-April 15 First come, first served
Monday, February 2 Noon American Heart Month: Life is Why Presented by Kayla Yates and hosted by Healthy Augusta. Free lunch provided for the first 30 people! For more information, contact Glynis Key . 706-721-1758 or gkey@gru.
Friday, February 13th 5:30 p.m. African-American History Month Quiz Show & Scavenger Hunt Test your knowledge of history
Thursday, February 26 6:30 p.m. Know the Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. There are 10 warning signs and symptoms. Come learn about them and early detection practices that save lives.
Your role as care partner is an important one: to provide support and companionship, and help plan for the future. Come learn strategies to help in that role.
AND the library at this annual teen activity. Registration is required for groups of 5 or more. 706-821-2604. Saturday, January 24th Saturday, February 14th Saturday, March 14th 10:00 a.m. Summer Camp Information Session Learn about local, state, national, international, specialty, adult & family summer camps. Tips will be provided on paying for camps that are a good match for your camper. Sponsored by JLJ Enterprises. (706) 210-2547.
Libraries are for Making...March 8 -14, 2015
March Monday, March 2 Noon Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: It’s Not Your Weight, It’s Your Waist – Presented by Selina Smith and hosted by Healthy Augusta. Free lunch provided for the first 30 people! For more information, contact Glynis Key. 706-721-1758 or gkey@gru.
Sunday, March 8th Red Carpet Premier of TAG CSLP Video Entry
Thursday, March 12th Teen Tech Trivia Game Show (Afternoon Version)
Monday, March 9th Granny Raps: Using Online Resources To Find Your Roots
Friday, March 13th Teen Tech Scavenger Trek
Tuesday, March 10th Teen Tech Trivia Game Show (Daytime Version) Wednesday, March 11th A.R. Johnson Interns Slide Show 5
Saturday, March 14th Minerpalooza featuring YA@ AL’s Minecraft Squad More information at http:// teens.ecgrl.org/. Registration is required for groups of 5 or more. 706-821-2604.
Headquarters COMPUTER CLASSES AT THE MAIN LIBRARY January 21, 2015
Basic Mouse Skills and Keyboarding
January 26, 2015
Basic Mouse Skills and Keyboarding
February 2, 2015
Introduction to Microsoft Windows
February 9, 2015
Internet for Beginners
February 16, 2015
E-mail for Beginners
February 23, 2015
Microsoft Office -Word for Beginners
March 2, 2015 Microsoft Office-Word the Next Step (must attend Beginners class) March 9, 2015 Microsoft Office-PowerPoint for Beginners March 16, 2015 Microsoft Office-PowerPoint the Next Step (must attend Beginners class) March 23, 2015 Microsoft Office-Excel for Beginners March 30, 2015 Microsoft Office-Excel the Next Step (must attend Beginners class)
All classes begin at 2:00 PM. Space is limited. Registration and Valid PINES library card required.
Augusta-Richmond County Public Library 3rd Floor Computer Lab 823 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 ~ 706-821-2615
TEAM BEACHBODY Team Beachbody Fit Club Saturday
Feeling less than inspired at the gym lately? We’ve all been there. Now there’s a NEW way to work out...Team Beachbody Fit Club. Guaranteed to put the spark back in your workout, you’ll sweat to bestselling Beachbody programs, like Tony Horton’s P90X, INSANITY and Hip Hop Abs with Shaun T. Join your local Team Beachbody Coaches for a COMPLIMENTARY WORKOUT and commit to GET FIT. For more info please contact: focus2getfit@beachbody.com or (762) 333-1838. Saturday, January 3, 11am Saturday, January 10, 11am Saturday, January 17, 11am Saturday, January 24, 11am Saturday, January 31, 11am Saturday, February 7, 11am Saturday, February 14, 11am Saturday, February 21, 11am Saturday, February 28, 11am
ONGOING MEETINGS AT HEADQUARTERS
Saturday, March 14, 11am Saturday, March 21, 11am Saturday, March 28, 11am
AA Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 7:30pm-9pm 3rd floor meeting room It’s Your Book Club 3rd Thursday of the month, 6pm Children’s Puppet Room The Joy of Signing Thursdays, Dates & Class Times To Be Announced To pre-register, please call Joyce Jones at 706-667-9586. 6
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AUGUSTA COIN CLUB 3rd Thursdays of the month, 5pm Meetings are held 3rd Thursday of every month at the AugustaRichmond County Public Library. The club is a group of coin collectors that get together to share their hobby and love of coins and to learn more about coins. Also the public is invited to attend the meetings and are welcome to join our club. • Monthly meetings and auctions • Numismatic door prizes at every meeting • Twice a year Coin Shows (May/November) ALA Beyond Words Photo Contest Winner Grand Prize “Inquiring Minds” by Kirsten Baker, Liverpool (N.Y.) Public Library
• Monthly newsletter • Educational Programs
HEY YOU! Get your head out of that book and come to the ARCPLS Tuesday Night Film Series!
Tuesday nights are such a bore...
The SCA is open to all. If you would like more information about the SCA and how you can become involved, please go to www.sca.org. Or contact your local group: Shire of Border Vale Keep – Newcomer Liaison Stacey Berg – baronessaldis@gmail.com or 706-951-2437.
ARCPLS FILM SERIES Headquarters Library Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. Call 706 821 2615 for titles.
Or join us for a business meeting at the Augusta Richmond County Library’s main branch on Telfair ST at 7 P.M. the second Monday of the month. 7
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G eorgia H eritage R oom Thursday, January 8 2:00 p.m. Author Visit and Book Discussion: Robert Mullins
Local author, Robert Mullins will be here to discuss his recently published book 12 Monkeys & A Green Jacket, which explores the history of Augusta within the context of its once pristine and popular resort areas, Lake Olmstead. Tuesday, February 17 2:00 p.m. Overcoming Roadblocks in African American Genealogy: Elvin Thompson Elvin Thompson is the author of The Blood Running Through my Veins, the story of the Burns family from the slave plantations of Autauga County, Alabama until today. Mr. Thompson specializes in tracing African American families. The workshop will cover a wide variety of topics for both the novice and advanced genealogist.
Saturday, February 28 11:00 a.m. Slave Songs of Augusta: Bob Hester with Musical Accompaniment by Creative Impressions As part of a thesis project to complete his music degree at ASU, Bob Hester explored the origins of five slave spirituals from Augusta included in the 1867 anthology Slave Songs of the United States. Mr. Hester will discuss his research and findings, and local African American choral group, Creative Impressions, will perform from the repertoire. Thursday, March 15 2:00 p.m. Guarding Women: Deviance, Crime and Female Imprisonment Join Allison Foley, PhD. Associate Professor of Sociology at GRU, as she discusses her work involving gender and crime. Dr. Foley’s presentation will focus on female offenders, the history of women’s prisons and the death penalty. All programs are free and open to the public. Call the Georgia Heritage Room for details. 706 826-1511.
GEORGIA HERITAGE ROOM EXHIBITS Georgia Room Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Exhibits appropriate for all ages. 10
January Autographs Through The Years Bill Harper A collection of autographed memorabilia spanning 1964 to the present including some famous and some not so famous persons. February Antique Book Collection on Display Elvin Thompson In honor of Black History Month, the Georgia Heritage Room will exhibit a collection of rare and antique books on African American history. The books have been selected from the Elvin Thompson collection, a local genealogist and historian, who devotes much of his time to promoting and exploring the convergence of history and genealogy through his activities as a researcher, speaker and author. March Spirit of the Centuries St. John United Methodist Church St. John United Methodist Church historic and current documents from the original Methodist Church in Augusta founded in 1798.
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Tuesdays January, February & March 10:00 a.m. Basic Genealogical Research Tutorial A one hour course covering the basic rules of genealogical research , and briefly discusses the various resources one can access and how. Class size is limited. Registration required. 706-826-1511. All ages
Appleby Branch Children’s Programs
Adult Programs
Wednesdays, January, February & March 10:05 a.m. – 0 to 3 year olds 10:30 a.m. – 3 years old and up Story Time! Join us as we hear stories related to a monthly theme. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6244.
January
Appleby Book Sale
Book In A Jar Contest Do you love to read? Come pull a clue out of the jar, correctly guess the book’s title and win a prize.
Books, CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks at prices that can’t be beat all to benefit the library.
February
SATURDAYS January 3 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Black History Month Trivia Show off your knowledge of March African-American trivia throughout the month by answering questions Dr. Seuss-a-palooza to enter our contest. Correct Stop by the branch throughout the month to see what kind of “pop up” answers will be entered into a raffle for prizes. activity we are sponsoring in celebration of our beloved Dr. Seuss.
February 7 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. March 7 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Diamond Lakes Branch Children’s Programs
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Tuesdays, January 13 & 27 Tuesdays, February 10 & 24 Tuesdays, March 10 & 24 9:30 a.m. Young Children’s Story Time Join us for songs, finger plays and stories. Best for ages 0-3. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-772-2432.
Monday, March 2 – Saturday, March 7 Dr. Seuss Madness It’s a Dr. Seuss contest for all ages. Come in and join the fun of Dr. Seuss for a chance to win a prize. All ages.
Monday, January 19Saturday, January, 24 I Have A Dream Contest Fill out our “I Have A Dream” speech bubble to be entered for a chance to win a prize.
January Tuesdays, January 13 – March 31 10:00 am Preschool Story Time Join us for stories, songs, games, short movies and crafts. Best for ages 3-5. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-772-2432.
February Tuesday, February 10 10:00 am Valentine’s Day Craft Join us as we create a Valentine’s Day Craft. Best for ages 3-5. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-772-2432.
Tuesday, March 3 10:00 am Dr. Seuss Celebration: Story & Craft Join us for a Dr. Seuss story and craft. Best for ages 3-5. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-772-2432.
February Monday, February 16Saturday, February 21 Library Lovers Month Contest Join your friends in sharing why you love the Diamond Lakes Library for a chance to win a prize. Registration is required. Stop by the desk for more information.
Teen Programs
March
Wednesday, January 21 Wednesday, February 18 Wednesday, March 18 5:00 pm Teens @ Your Library Join your friends at the library for movies, crafts, and/or board games. Required registration begins Monday, February 2. 706-772-2432.
Monday, March 9Saturday, March 14 “Libraries are for Making” Teen Tech Week Contest Join us for a contest celebrating Teen Tech Week. Everyone who participates will be entered in our prize drawing. Registration is required. Stop by the desk for more information.
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Monday, March 2Tuesday, March 31 Book Madness A Tournament of Books Vote for your favorites week by week until the champion is crowned. Guess the champion for a chance at a prize. Registration is required. Stop by the desk for more information.
Adult Programs Wednesdays, January 7 & 21 Wednesdays, February 4 & 18 Wednesdays, March 4 & 18 10:30 a.m. Classic Movies for Seniors Enjoy a classic movie on the library’s almost-big screen. No registration necessary. Bring your own snacks. Wednesdays, January 14 & 28 Wednesdays, February 11 & 25 Wednesdays, March 11 & 25 10:30 a.m. Classic Games for Seniors Bring a friend and enjoy a morning of classic games such as bingo, checkers, chess, etc.
Diamond Lakes Branch Tuesday, January 13 Tuesday, March 3 2:00 p.m. Computing for Beginners Learn the basics of using personal computers and mobile devices. Required registration begins Monday, January 5. 706-772-2432. Thursday, January 15 Thursday, February 12 Thursday, March 12 10:00 a.m. Special Program for Special Needs Join us for short films, crafts, and other activities for adults with disabilities. Registration is required. 706-772-2432.
January Tuesday, January 6 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Tablets Only – Your Tech, Your Way Bring your tablet – and receive one-on-one assistance from library staff. Required registration begins Monday, January 5. 706-772-2432.
Tuesday, February 10 2:00 p.m. Introduction to PowerPoint Join us for a brief introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. Required registration begins Monday, February 2. 706-772-2432.
Saturday, January 10 1:00 p.m. Tacardra Rountree Book Signing Join Tacardra B. Rountree as she signs her book “Writings from Down Through the Years.” Tuesday, January 27 2:00 p.m. Android Devices: Your Tech, Your Way Bring your Android devices – and receive one-on-one assistance from library staff. Required registration begins Monday, January 5. 706-772-2432.
Tuesday, February 17 2:00 p.m. Introduction to Publisher Join us for a brief introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2010. Required registration begins Monday, February 2. 706-772-2432. Tuesday, February 24 2:00 p.m. Introduction to Excel Join us for a brief introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010. Required registration begins Monday, February 2. 706-772-2432.
February Tuesday, February 3 2:00 p.m. Introduction to Word Join us for a brief introduction to Microsoft Word 2010. Required registration begins Monday, February 2. 706-772-2432.
March Tuesday, March 17 2:00 p.m. Your Tech, Your Way Bring your device phone, tablet, laptop, etc – and receive oneon-one assistance from library staff. Required registration begins Monday, March 2. 706-772-2432. Tuesday, March 24 2:00 p.m. Internet for Beginners Learn the basics of browsing the internet. Required registration begins Monday, March 2. 706-772-2432. Tuesday, March 31 2:00 p.m. Social Media for Everyone Learn the basics of social media such as Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest. Required registration begins Monday, March 2. 706-772-2432.
Friedman Branch Children’s Programs January January Reading With Ringling Brothers Read five (5) books and receive a FREE Kid’s Ticket. Stop by the desk for more details. Registration is required. January Martin Luther King, Jr. Contest How much do you know about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.? Stop by the desk to pick up a contest form. Registration is required. Tuesday, January 6 10:00 a.m. Let It Snow Story Time! Join us as we hear wintery stories, sing songs and have indoor snowball fun. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758.
Tuesday, January 13 10:00 a.m. Martin Luther King, Jr. Story Time! Join us as we hear stories about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758. Saturday, January 17 2:00 p.m. Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Our Friend Martin Join us for a movie about the life and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. All ages. Tuesday, January 20 10:00 a.m. Bibliobop Dance Party Story Time! Join us as we get wiggly and shake our sillies out at our library dance party! Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758.
Tuesday, January 27 10:00 a.m. Extra Yarn Story Time! Join us as we curl up, get cozy and read the Caldecott Honor Book written by Mac Barnett. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758.
February February Guess How Many Candy Kisses Are In The Jar? Guess the number of kisses in the jar and win. Stop by the desk to pick up a contest form. Registration is required. February President’s Day Bonanza How well do you know our U.S. Presidents? Stop by the desk to pick up a contest form. Registration is required. 706-736-6758. 12
February 2 - 7 Hug A Book Week! Ask a librarian to take a photo of you hugging your favorite book, and we’ll add it to our Wall of Fame. All ages. Tuesday, February 10 10:00 a.m. Pete The Cat: Valentine’s Day Is Cool Join us as we help Pete discover how special Valentine’s Day is and complete a special craft. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758. Tuesday, February 17 10:00 a.m. Mardi Gras Join us as for our Mardi Grasthemed story time and craft. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758.
Friedman Branch Tuesday, February 24 10:00 a.m. Parachute Game Join us under the parachute for fun and games. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758. Saturday, February 28 2:00 p.m. Matinee Movie - Frozen Join the adventures of Elsa, Anna and Olaf, too. All ages.
March Tuesday, March 3 10:00 a.m. Dr. Seuss Stories Join us for stories by Dr. Seuss, in celebration of NEW’s “Read Across America” event. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758. Tuesday, March 10 10:00 a.m. Spring Is Coming Story Time Join us for stories and crafts about the Spring season. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758. Tuesday, March 17 10:00 a.m. Calling Lil’ Leprechauns Story Time Join us for St. Patrick’s Day stories and crafts. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758. Tuesday, March 24 10:00 a.m. The Dentist @ Your Library Join our local dentist as they cover brushing, flossing, nutrition and plaque. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758. Tuesday, March 31 10:00 a.m. Is Everyone Ready For Fun? Story Time Join us for fun stories and crafts. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-736-6758.
Teen Programs January Saturday, January 10 2:00 p.m. Boredom Buster Matinee Movie Divergent Join Tris and the Mysterious Four as they find out what makes Divergents so dangerous and try to save themselves before it’s too late. Registration is required. 706-736-6758. Monday, January 19 5:30 p.m. TAB Join TAB (Teen Advisory Board). Members help plan teen programs and assist with other projects. Stop by the desk to fill out the TAB application.
February Wednesday, February 18 5:30 p.m. Library 101 Join us as we explore the library’s exciting online resources and answer any questions you have about using the library, for school and life. Registration is required. 706-736-6758.
March Saturday, March 14 2:00 p.m. Boredom Buster Matinee Movie Maleficent Join us for this interesting twist on the Sleeping Beauty tale. Registration is required. 706-736-6758.
Adult Programs Wednesday, January 7 Wednesday, February 4 Wednesday, March 4 5:30 p.m. Adult/Seniors Game Night Join us for Scrabble, Bingo and other fun table games. Registration is required. 706-736-6758.
Saturday, January 10 Saturday, March 14 11:30 a.m. Basic Sign Language Class @ Your Library Come learn the basics of sign language. Registration is required. 706-736-6758.
Wednesday, February 25 5:30 p.m. Knit and Crochet @ Your Library Join us by bringing your knitting, crocheting or other small fiber projects and enjoy the crafty camaraderie!
Mondays, January 12 & 26 Mondays, February 2, 9 & 23 Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 3:30 p.m. – Intermediate 5:30 p.m. – Beginner Spanish Class Come learn to speak Spanish or improve your conversational skills. Registration is required. 706-736-6758.
Saturday, March 21 1:00 p.m. Fibromyalgia Support Group Join family members and caregiver discussing the unique needs of their loved ones. Registration is required. 706-736-6758.
March
Saturday, January 17 Saturday, February 21 Saturday, March 21 10:30 a.m. Clipping and Clicking for Savings Join us for couponing basics with Denise Barnett. All Ages
January Wednesday, January 14 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Book Club Book Lovers Wanted! We are looking for volunteers to begin a new book club. Registration is required. 706-736-6758. Wednesday, January 28 5:30 p.m. Crafters Corner Creative-types wanted! We are looking for volunteers to begin a new craft club. Registration is required. 706-736-6758.
February Tuesday, February 3 10:00 a.m. African-American History Month Book Display Come celebrate African-American History Month by scanning various books on display.
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey will be playing February 5-8, 2015 at James Brown Arena. For Augusta-area library patrons, there is required parent/guardian ticket purchase upon redemption of the child’s card of one (1) paid adult ticket with every three (3) kids’ tickets. Circus voucher redemption is valid on weekday performances only. See the front and back of your child’s redemption card for more information.
Maxwell Branch Children’s Programs
January
January
Saturday, January 17 1:00 p.m. Doctor Who Episode Marathon Join Josh as over 100 collectibles are displayed during this viewing party.
Wednesday, January 7 10:00 a.m. Storytime: “Wildlife in Your Backyard” With Sean Poppy from the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-793-2020. Wednesday, January 21 4:00 p.m. Winter Drop-In Craft Join the Maxwell staff in making holiday crafts you can take home with you. All are welcome!
February Wednesday, February 11 4:00 p.m. Valentine’s Day Drop-In Craft Join the Maxwell staff in making holiday crafts you can take home with you. All are welcome! Wednesday, February 18 10:00 a.m. Storytime with EmmaKate, the reigning Miss Georgia High School Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-793-2020.
March Wednesday, March 11, 2015 4:00 p.m. St. Patrick’s Day Drop-In Craft Join the Maxwell staff in making holiday crafts you can take home with you. All are welcome! Wednesday, March 25, 2015 10:00 a.m. Storytime: Spring Has Sprung Join Mr. Bill; his guitar, George and Nancy for fun songs, poems, and stories. Registration is required for groups of 6 or more. 706-793-2020.
Adult Programs Saturday, January 3 Saturday, February 7 Saturday, March 7 3:00 p.m. Clipping and Clicking for Savings Couponing with Denise, in partnership with the Pierce United Methodist Church. All Ages Monday, January 12 Monday, February 9 Monday, March 9 10:00 a.m. Game Day at Maxwell Bingo, Scrabble, Cards, and More! All Ages
January Monday, January 5 10:00 a.m. Computer Basics Registration required. 706-793-2020. Monday, January 5 1:30 p.m. Reading from “Black Fathers: The Living Dead” With author Dr. Corey D. Brown, Pastor of Moses Missionary Baptist Church. Registration required. 706-793-2020.
Teen Programs
Tuesday, January 6 5:00 p.m. Tracing Enslaved Communities to Freedom and Beyond With Elizabeth Laney, Park Interpreter at Redcliff Plantation State Historic Site. Registration required. 706-793-2020.
Tuesday, January 20 Tuesday, February 17 Tuesday, March 17 3:30 p.m. Doctor Who Fan Club Meeting Join Josh. All are welcome!
Saturday, January 10 3:00 p.m. Reading from “The Watch” With author Jack Rees. Registration required. 706-793-2020.
Tuesday, January 13 5:30 p.m. Cultural Interaction, Migration and Displacement: Native Peoples of the Savannah River With GRU Professor Maggie M. Needham. Registration required. 706-793-2020. Thursday, January 15 5:00 p.m. Should Marijuana be Legal in Georgia? With James Bell from the Georgia Care Project. Registration required. 706-793-2020. Thursday, January 22 5:30 p.m. Pioneers of Equality: Black Leadership in the Augusta Area, 1900 – 1950 With Corey Rogers from the Lucy Craft Laney Museum. Registration required. 706-793-2020. Saturday, January 24 2:00 p.m. Where the Right to Free Speech and the Right to Die Intersect With Rob Rivas from the Final Exit Network Registration required. 706-793-2020. Tuesday, January 27 5:00 p.m. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement With Dr. Matthew Hutcherson from Paine College. Registration required. 706-793-2020. Thursday, January 29 5:30 p.m. Reading from “When Stars Die” With author Amber Forbes. Registration Required. 706-793-2020. Saturday, January 31 1:00 p.m. Preserving Your Family Heirlooms With Lauren Virgo from the Augusta Museum of History. Registration required. 706-793-2020.
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February Monday, February 2 10:00 a.m. Internet Basics Registration required. 706-793-2020. Tuesday, February 17 5:30 p.m. Step Into the World of “Tommy” Woodrow Wilson With Stephanie Herzberg from The Wilson House. Hear how Wilson’s childhood experiences in Augusta contributed to his decisions as President. Registration required. 706-793-2020.
March Monday, March 2 10:00 a.m. Email Basics Registration required. 706-793-2020. Tuesday, March 10 11:00 a.m. Free HIV Testing Sponsored by the Ryan White Foundation. Testing will take place in the motor home on the side of the building. Saturday, March 14 3:00 p.m. The You in Your Character, Part II With author Hawk MacKinney Registration required. 706-793-2020.
Wallace Branch Children’s Programs
March
January
Wednesday, March 4 10:00 a.m. Dr. Seuss Stories With Guest Reader, The Honorable Judge David Watkins Join us for books by Dr. Seuss.
Wednesday, January 7 10:00 a.m. Nutrition for Kids With The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Fun ways to learn how to eat healthy with games and stories.
February Wednesday, February 4 10:00 a.m. Celebrate Black History with a Movie - The Animated Hero Classics : Harriet Tubman Join us for an animated movie depiction of Harriet Tubman’s selfless acts that helped slaves escape North. Wednesday, February 11 10:00 a.m. Valentines Card Craft With Wallace Branch Staff Come create a Valentines Card. Materials provided. Registration is required. 706-722-6275
Adult Programs January Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20 & 27 11:30 a.m. Food Talk featuring Meals in Minutes With The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Topics: 1.) Stretch Your Food Dollar! 2.) How Safe Is Your Food? 3.) Stress Free Mealtimes. 4.) 15 Minute One-Dish Meals. Registration is required. 706-722-6275 Teen and Adults
Tuesday, January 6 & 13 10:00 a.m. Introduction to Computers With Dr. Trudy Rolland Learn and practice basic computer operation. Registration is required. 706-722-6275 Tuesday, January 20 10:00a.m. Introduction to PowerPoint With Dr. Trudy Rolland Learn the basics of Powerpoint including creating, saving and presenting presentations.
February Tuesday, February 3 & 10 10:00 a.m. Introduction to Internet With Dr. Trudy Rolland Learn internet search skills to find useful information. Registration required. 706-722-6275
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Tuesday, February 3 11:30 a.m. Create a Spring Wreath With Sabrina Hill Bring your supplies and create a beautiful Spring Wreath. Please call for the supply list. Registration is required. 706-722-6275 Tuesday, February 17 10:00 a.m. Introduction to Email With Dr. Trudy Rolland Learn how to send and receive correspondences, documents, attachments, and pictures. Pre-register at 706-722-6275 Thursday, February 19 10:00a.m. Special Needs Story Time With Wallace Branch Library staff Program features stories and crafts for adults with special needs.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Watch What You’re Reading Tuesday, January 20 Slaughterhouse Five - Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. Tuesday, February 17 A Raisin in the Sun - Lorraine Hansberry Tuesday, March 17
The Three Faces of Eve - Thigpen & Cleckley Book Discussions at 10 am, Screenings at 6 pm
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