Branching Out - Winter 2010-2011 by Durham County Library

Durham County Library

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News & Events for Dec., 2010, Jan. and Feb., 2011

Branching Out

New Director of Durham County Library See page 2

In this issue About New Director...................................... 2

C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Locations, Hours and Map............................. 3 Storytime Schedule ................................... 4-5 Main Library Programs...............................6-9 Humanities Programs.................................. 10 Foundation Donation Form and................. 10 Bragtown Programs..................................... 11 East Regional Programs.......................... 12-13 Computer Programs..................................... 14 McDougald Terrace Programs..................... 15 North Regional Programs....................... 16-17 South Regional Programs....................... 18-19 Bookmobile Schedule.................................. 19 Southwest Regional Programs............... 20-21 Stanford L Warren Programs....................... 22 Friends of the Durham Library........................................... 23 Foreign Language Programs programas en Español (Spanish Programs)..................................... 24

A b o u t t h e N ew D i r e c t o r To read the Durham County Library Blog, go to: http://dbtb.wordpress.com/ Tammy Baggett Named Durham County Library Director Durham County Manager Mike Ruffin announced the appointment of Tammy Baggett as the new Durham County Library Director. Most recently, she was Assistant Library Director for the New Hanover County Public Library in Wilmington, NC, a position she held since 2008. As Director of Library Services, Baggett will manage and direct operations at Durham County Government’s eight libraries and outreach services. According to Ruffin, “We are excited to welcome Tammy Baggett as our new Director. She is a seasoned library professional who will bring a new level of innovation and a tremendous amount of energy to our library service delivery process.” In accepting the position, Ms. Baggett said “I’m excited about my role as Library Director of Durham County! I’m committed to exceeding customer expectations and look forward to becoming actively involved in the community. I’m fortunate to have a great team of employees known for their innovation and service excellence. I consider libraries as the heart of any community. It is my goal that we continue to serve in this capacity. The people of Durham County deserve the best library system possible and that will always be my focus. For me, leading such a great library system is a dream come true!” During her extensive career Ms. Baggett has held progressively responsible positions including service at the Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County where she served as Senior Library Manager, the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library in Roswell, Georgia where she was an assistant branch manager, and the Forsyth County Library in WinstonSalem, where she held positions as Children’s Librarian, Assistant Branch Manager and Branch Manager. She also worked in the University of North Carolina at Wilmington’s Randall Library and New Hanover County Public Library while attending UNCW. She holds a Master’s of Library Science degree from North Carolina Central University and an undergraduate degree in Speech Communications with a minor in Public Relations from UNCW. Her professional affiliations include memberships in the American Library Association, and the North Carolina Library Administration where she serves as a director at large and a mentor. Ms. Baggett is expected to begin work on November 29, 2010 .

H o l i d ay C l o s i n g s

Winter Holidays Friday, Dec. 24 through Monday, Dec. 27 New Year Holiday Friday, Dec. 31 Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, Jan. 17, 2011

M e n s a je d e l D i r e c t o r El gerente del Condado de Durham, Mike Ruffin anunció el nombramiento de Tammy Bagget como la nueva directora de Durham County Library. Ella actualmente ocupa el puesto de Assistant Library Director (Asistente del Director) de la Biblioteca de New Hanover County Public Library en Wilmington, NC desde 2008. Como Directora de Servicios de la biblioteca de Durham, ella manejará y dirigirá las operaciones de la Biblioteca Principal y las otras siete sucursales. Ms. Bagget dijo cuando acepto su posición - “¡ Estoy entusiasmada por my papel como la directora de Durham County Library¡ Estaré dedicada en sobrepasar las expectaciones de nuestros clientes y tengo muchos deseos de envolverme activamente con la comunidad. “ Durante su extensa carrera Ms Bagget ha progresado en posiciones responsables incluyendo servicios en varias bibliotecas del estado en Charlotte, Winston-Salem y Wilmington además de en Roswell, Georgia.

To register for programs, go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org

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Ella obtuvo su Maestria en Ciencias de Biblioteca en la North Carolina Central University. Ms. Bagget empezará a trabajar en su nuevo puesto el 29 de noviembre del 2010.

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Main Library East Regional1 Main Library North Regional 2 East Regional South Regional 3 North Regional Southwest Regional 4 South Regional Stanford L. Warren Branch Regional 5 Southwest Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center Stanford L. Warren Branch 6 Library 1 Main McDougald Terrace Community Library Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center 7Library East Regional 12Main McDougald Terrace Community Library 8 Regional Regional 23EastNorth South Regional Regional 34North Southwest RegionalRegional 45South Stanford L. Warren Branch 1 Main Library Main Library Main Library 516Southwest Regional Regional Bragtown LibraryBranch Family Literacy Center 2 East East Regional East Regional 627Stanford L. Warren North Regional 3 Center McDougald Terrace Community Library North Regional North Regional 738Bragtown Library Family Literacy South Regional South Regional South Regional 84 McDougald Terrace Community4Library 5 Southwest Regional Southwest Regional5 Southwest Regional L. Warren Branch 6 Stanford L. Warren Branch 6 Stanford Stanford L. Warren Branch 1 Main Library Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center 7 Center Library Family Literacy 7 Bragtown Bragtown Library Family Center East Regional 2 Literacy McDougald Terrace Community Library 8Library Terrace Community 8 McDougald McDougald Terrace Community Regional 3 NorthLibrary 4 South Regional 5 Southwest Regional 6 Stanford L. Warren Branch 7 Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center 8 McDougald Terrace Community Library

East Regional: 211 Lick Creek Ln., 560-0203 Children’s Unit, 560-0214

Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

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300 N. Roxboro St., 560–0100 Children’s Unit, 560-0130 Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thurs. 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 – 6 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. 2 – 6 p.m.

Stanford L. Warren Branch Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center McDougald Terrace Community Library

Main Library:

Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 – 6 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. 2 – 6 p.m.

North Regional: 221 Milton Rd., 560-0231 Children’s Unit, 560-0232

Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thurs. 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 – 6 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. 2 – 6 p.m.

South Regional: 4505 S Alston Ave., 560-7409

Children’s Unit, 560-7441

Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thurs. 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 – 6 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. 2 – 6 p.m.

Southwest Regional: 3605 Shannon Rd., 560-8590

Children’s Unit, 560-8592

Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thurs. 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 – 6 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. 2 – 6 p.m.

Branches

Stanford L. Warren Branch:

1201 Fayetteville St., 560-0270

Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thurs. 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 – 6 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Community Libraries

Bragtown Library FamilyLiteracyCenter:

3200 Dearborn Dr., 560-0210

Hours: Mon. – Fri. 2 – 6 p.m.

McDougald Terrace: 1101 Lawson St., 560–0240 Hours: Mon. – Fri. 2 – 6 p.m.

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S t o r y t i m e @ Yo u r L i b r a r y

Customers are encouraged to let library staff know about problems with audio/visual materials. The libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new disc repair machine, purchased in September by the Friends of the Durham Library, will quickly repair CDs, DVDs and audiobooks, keeping popular audio/ visual materials in circulation.

For more info, call 560-0130 (Main Library) 560-0210 (Bragtown) 560-0214 (East Regional) 560-0210 (McDougald Terrace) 560-0234 (North Regional) 560-7409 (South Regional) 560-8592 (Southwest Regional) 560-0270 (Stanford L. Warren) or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org Main Library TODDLER STORYTIME (2 Year Olds) Wednesdays, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, crafts and more for children two years of age. Registration is required. GROUPTIME STORYHOUR (All Ages) Thursdays, Dec. 2, Jan. 6-Feb. 24 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Provided for schools, daycares, homeschoolers and other community groups. Come and enjoy stories, book talks, music, crafts, movies and more. Each program includes library card registration. Sessions are scheduled upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 to schedule a library visit. Registration is required. SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME (All Ages) Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, Jan. 8-15, Jan. 29, Feb. 5-19 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, crafts and more; for children from infancy to first grade. Come and join in the fun! Registration is required.

Library staff receive training to use the new disc repair machine (L-R): Jennifer Long (North), Deborah Greer (Resources and Technical Services), Katherine Lukmire (South), Nathan Williams (East), Carol Watson (South), Chuck Ebert (A/V Collections Management) and Keyunda Miller (Main).

LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Mondays, Dec. 6-13, Jan. 3-Feb. 7, Feb. 21-28 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Stories, fingerplays, music and more for children from infancy to 23 months of age. Registration is required.

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-school) Tuesdays, Dec. 7-14, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Stories, music, crafts and more for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old. Registration is required. SUNDAY STORY SENSATIONS (Pre-school, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Sundays, Dec. 19, Jan. 23, Feb. 27 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy stories, music and drama! Meet and greet local authors! Celebrate author birthdays! Enjoy a snack and enter for door prizes!

BILINGUAL STORYTIME (Pre-school, kindergarten) Saturdays, Jan. 22, Feb. 26 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Enjoy stories in English and Spanish every fourth Saturday!

B r a g t ow n BOOGIE WOOGIE STORYTIME

(Baby, 2 Year Olds, Pre-school) Wednesdays, Dec. 1-Feb. 9, Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Children from infancy to preschool enjoy stories, music, movements and crafts.

TWIST & SHOUT STORYTIME

(Kindergarten, 2 Year Olds, Pre-school) Mondays, Dec. 13-20, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 7, Feb. 28 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Shake it up, shake it out! Music, movement and stories to warm up your day.

East Regional TUMBLING TODDLERS STORYTIME

(2 Year Olds, Baby) Tuesdays, Dec. 7-21, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join us for a storytime designed to strengthen literacy, social and developmental skills in your precious little one. Registration is appreciated.

CHERISH THE MOMENTS LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Tuesdays, Dec. 7-21, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 11:20 a.m.-11:50 a.m. Baby and caregiver storytime. Join us for stories, rhymes, music and fingerplays. Registration is required.

To register for programs, go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org

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S t o r y t i m e @ Yo u r L i b r a r y CRISS-CROSS APPLESAUCE PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-school)

Wednesdays, Dec. 8-22, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m. Come and enjoy stories, songs, music and maybe a craft or educational worksheet. Registration is required.

TWIST & SHOUT (Pre-school, Kindergarten)

Thursdays, Dec. 9, Jan. 20, Feb. 24 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Shake it up, shake it out! Music and movement to warm up your day. Registration is required.

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South Regional RHYMETIME (Baby) Mondays, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Lauren for songs, rhymes, fingerplays and lots of interactive fun for walkers through 3 years. FAMILY STORYTIME (All Ages) Mondays, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 7 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for families of all ages. STORYTIME (Pre-school)

BABY & ME LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby)

Tuesdays, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for your preschooler.

DROP IN STORYTIME (Pre-school, Kindergarten)

LAPSITTERS (Baby) Wednesdays, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Erica for fingerplays, songs, rhymes and stories perfect for your baby (6-23 months).

Wednesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 1-16, Jan. 5-Feb. 24 10:30 a.m. -11 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For children 0-23 months.

Thursdays, Dec. 2-Feb. 24 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 7-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Stories for little ones. Parents/caregivers MUST attend this event with their child. Groups larger than 10 please pre-register at 919560-0232.

DROP IN STORYTIME SESSION #2

(Pre-school, Kindergarten) Tuesdays, Dec. 7-Feb. 1 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. To alleviate some of the space issues we have added a second session of the Tuesday Drop In Storytime. This program is a rerun of the 1st session with the same books and activities. Due to its smaller size this one is more of a traditional storytime.

BEDTIME STORYTIME (Pre-school, Kndergarten)

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-14, Jan. 1-Feb. 22 6:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Join us for stories and songs. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal!

SPECIAL STORYTIME: COWBOYS AND COWGIRLS

(Pre-school, Kindergarten) Wednesday, Jan. 19 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Join us for a Cowboy Special complete with crafts, books and songs! Pre-registration is required.

S o u t hwe s t R e g i o n a l BABY AND ME LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Mondays, Dec. 6-20, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. (Session 1) 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. (Session 2) Wednesdays, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. (Session 1) 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. (Session 2) Join us for stories, song, rhymes and activities for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Registration is required. STORYTIME FOR TWO’S WITH MISS MARGARET

(2 Year Olds) Thursdays, Dec. 2-16, Jan. 6-Feb. 24 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. This storytime is the perfect transition from low-key lapsit to the ruckus of storytime. Stories, songs and rhymes with Miss Margaret for 2 year olds. Registration is required.

TERRIFIC TALES STORYTIME WITH MISS AMY

(Pre-school, 2 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Dec. 7-21, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Amy for stories, songs and lots of interactive fun for little ones.

MOVEMENT & MUSIC (Pre-school, Kindergarten) Saturdays, Dec. 11, Feb. 5 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Amy for dance, hula hoops, ribbon sticks and interactive musical games. Registration is required. BILINGUAL STORYTIME WITH MISS PATTY

(Pre-school, Kindergarten) Tuesdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 18, Feb. 1, Feb. 15 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Hola Amigos! Come join Miss Patty for stories and songs in Spanish and English.

YOGA STORIES FOR 3-6. (Pre-school, Kindergarten) Saturday, Jan. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Amy for an interactive storytime that engages children in stories through yoga. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Ages 3-6 years. Registration is required.

S t a n f o r d L . Wa r r e n TODDLER STORYTIME (Pre-school) Wednesdays, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Come enjoy a fun storytime with music, dancing, reading books and doing a fun craft. Each storytime will have a different theme as well as a craft. Come find out for yourself what fun we have at storytime.

Remember, you can always register for library programs on Evanced, an online sign up system for events and programs. 1. Go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org and select “Calendar.” 2. Browse the available programs or go directly to the program you want to register for. 3. Click on any underlined program to register. Questions? Please ask any library staff member or email us at librarywebmaster@durhamcountync.gov.

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Main Library C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Pre-registration is required for ALL programs, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0130 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. A HOMESCHOOLER’S SPECIAL

Dec.-Feb. Homeschoolers, We Want You! What can we offer you? We can provide meeting space, storytimes and booktalks, library tours and information sessions, library card registration, Horizon Database training, library etiquette sessions, library card registration and assistance with research projects. Services provided upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 for more information.

information session explaining the expectations for children when visiting the library. Each session is provided at request. Please call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 for more information

TAKE AND MAKE CRAFT

Dec.-Feb. Enjoy a pre-cut craft at home. The information sheet includes instructions and titles of books which support the craft’s theme, encouraging parents to create a storytime of their very own!

TODDLER STORYTIME (2 Year Olds)

Wednesdays, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, crafts and more for children two years of age. Registration is required.

GROUPTIME STORYHOUR (All Ages)

HORIZON & INTERNET TRAINING

Dec.-Feb. Homeschoolers We Want You! What can we offer you? We can provide meeting space, storytimes and booktalks, library tours and information sessions, library card registration, Horizon Database training, library etiquette sessions, library card registration and assistance with research projects. Services provided upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 for more information.

LIBRARY ETIQUETTE AND TOUR SESSION

Dec.-Feb. This program is open to schools, daycares, homeschoolers and day-camps. A tour of the library is provided, followed by an

Thursdays, Dec. 2, Jan. 6-Feb. 24 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Provided for schools, daycares, homeschoolers and other community groups. Come and enjoy stories, booktalks, music, crafts, movies and more. Each program includes library card registration. Sessions are scheduled upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 to schedule a library visit. Registration is required.

CARTOONING WITH TOM CZAPLINSKI (6-12)

Thursdays, Dec. 2-16, Jan. 6-Feb. 24 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. A weekly afternoon special: enjoy drawing classes with Tom Czaplinski. Learn sketching techniques and improve your drawing skills through weekly projects. Registration is required.

SUNDAY’S MATINEES

FRIDAY’S MOVIE & CRAFT

PETER PAN Dec. 12

STANLEY AND THE DINOSAURS

Jan. 2

DORA THE EXPLORER

3 p.m.- 4 p.m. (All Ages)

WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

2:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. (Pre-School)

Dec. 3 Craft: Dinosaur

WIND IN THE WILLOWS

Dec. 10 Craft: Dora Puppet

DISNEY’S TARZAN

WINNE THE POOH AND THE HONEY TREE

Jan. 9

Jan. 16

THE ARISTOCATS

Dec. 17 Craft: Bear

FERN GULLY

RIDING IN THE CAR WITH BARNEY

Jan. 30 Feb. 6

LOVE TALES

Jan. 7 Craft: Car

CHARLOTTE’S WEB

THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER

Feb. 13

Feb. 20

Jan. 14 Craft: Shoe

THE VELVETEEN RABBIT Jan. 21 Craft: Rabbit

FRIDAY’S PRE-SCHOOL MOVIE AND CRAFT SESSION (Pre-School)

Fridays, Dec. 3-17, Jan. 7-Feb. 25 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. A weekly movie and craft session designed for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old. Each movie and craft is theme based. A bibliography of fun titles to support the theme is available upon request. Registration is required.

SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME (All Ages) Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, Jan. 8-15, Jan. 29, Feb. 5-19 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, crafts and more; for children from infancy to first grade. Come and join in the fun! Registration is required. TUTORING WITH CASEY GABRIEL AND GWEN BURNEY (Elementary School)

Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, Jan. 8-Feb. 26 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Tutoring provided by appointment only, call 560-0130. Spaces limited. Assistance with math, reading and research projects is available; appointments cannot be made on-line. (Open to K-Elementary. Times may vary). Registration is required.

SUNDAY’S MATINEE (All Ages) Sundays, Dec. 5-12, Jan. 2-16, Jan. 30-Feb. 20 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy the movie after you’ve read the book. Presenting an array of entertaining titles that spark the imagination and foster a love for reading. Registration is required.

Bilingual (Spanish/English) Storytime Featuring Alex Weiss, International Storyteller and Musician.

D.W. RIDES AGAIN

Come out and enjoy monthly bilingual stories and music at 10:30 a.m.

RAGGEDY ANN AND ANDY

Saturdays, Dec. 18, Jan. 22, Feb. 26

Jan. 28 Craft: D. W. Mask Feb. 4 Craft: Puppet

RAINBOW FISH Feb. 11 Craft: Fish

MOUSE SOUP Feb. 18 Craft: Mouse

RUMPELSTILTSKIN

Feb. 25 Craft: King or Queen Crown

All movies are rated G, except as noted.

Children’s Programming Room at Main Library

To register, call 560-0130 For more infomation, contact Karlene Fyffe at 560-0172

Main Library LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Mondays, Dec. 6-13, Jan. 3-Feb. 7, Feb. 21-28 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Stories, fingerplays, music and more for children from infancy to 23 months of age. Registration is required. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 7-14, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Stories, music, crafts and more for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old. Registration is required. RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Sunday, Dec. 5 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune. All groups must preregister. Registration is required.

HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS WORKSHOP (6-12)

Saturday, Dec. 11 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Let’s make holiday ornaments for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Navidad. Recommended for older kids (6-12) as scissors, glue and paint will be used. Pre-registration is required.

A MULTICULTURAL HOLIDAY SPECIAL! (Pre-School) Thursday, Dec. 16 10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Celebrate at our multicultural holiday special! Enjoy a Hanukkah story, a Kwanzaa craft, a Christmas movie and Navidad music. Registration is required.

SNOWFLAKE WORKSHOP (6-12) Saturday, Jan. 8 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Learn how to make beautiful snowflakes for winter-time decorating. This program is recommended for children ages 6 to 12, as scissors and cutting will be involved. Registration is required.

SUNDAY STORY SENSATIONS

BILINGUAL STORYTIME (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Saturdays, Jan. 22, Feb. 26 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Enjoy stories in English and Spanish every fourth Saturday!

(Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Sundays, Dec. 19, Jan. 23, Feb. 27 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy stories, music and drama! Meet and greet local authors! Celebrate author birthdays! Enjoy a snack and enter for door prizes!

VISIT FROM SANTA (Pre-School) Wednesday, Dec. 22 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Skip the crowded malls and come meet Santa at the Durham County Library! Hear a story, sing songs and tell Santa what you want for Christmas. A free picture with Santa for all! All children must pre-register prior to the day of the event. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. COLORING CONTEST

Jan. 3-31 Ask for a Martin Luther King Jr. coloring sheet at the Children’s Unit desk. All entries will be displayed within the unit. Suggested age range is 3-12 years old. The patron’s votes will determine the winner. The grand prize is a gift of art supplies!

Sunday Story Sensations

Come join the Sunday afternoon fun on the 4th Sunday of each month at 3:30 p.m.

If the fourth Sunday falls on a Holiday weekend storytime will take place on the third Sunday.

December 19, January 23, February 27 Main Library Auditorium

BEADS AND BANGLES WITH JESSICA CORBIN (6-12) Saturday, Jan. 22 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Come and experience the fun of jewelry making in a craft session designed for older children ages 6-12 years old. The craft is coupled with a bibliography of fun titles to support the theme, as we encourage children to visit the collection. Registration is required. LET’S MAKE A BLACK HISTORY MURAL!

Feb. 1-28 A month-long (Feb. 1-28) craft session designed for children ages 5-12 years old. A Black History bibliography and portrait is provided to each participant to color and add to the mural throughout the month of February. Ask for a coloring sheet at the Children’s Unit desk.

A VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL (Pre-School) Monday, Feb. 14 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day together! Enjoy stories, songs, a craft and a sweet treat. Make a wonderful Valentine’s Day card for someone you love. Pre-registration is required. THE STRUGGLE FOR FREEDOM (All Ages) Saturday, Feb. 19 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Celebrate Black History Month with Bright Star Children’s Theatre. Registration is required.

December 19 will feature W.G. Pearson Elementary School Band! Don’t miss this magnificent display of young musical talent! Come enjoy stories, story corners, music and drama! Meet and greet local authors! Celebrate author birthdays! Enjoy a snack and enter for door prize drawings! For ages 3 and older.

For more information or to register contact Karlene Fyffe at 560-0172 or kfyffe@durhamcountync.gov

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Main Library Teen Programs

Registration is not required. For more info, call 560-0122 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. CRAFTAPALOOZA

Mondays, Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Be creative with monthly teen-friendly crafts, and make new friends! Supplies provided.

EARLY RELEASE IDEA CAFÉ

Wednesdays, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Got better ideas for teen programming? Share your ideas and we will give you a snack.

POWER UP POETRY

Mondays, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 14 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Designed to empower the poet in you. Share your poetry and meet new friends!

BOARD GAMES CHALLENGE

Mondays, Dec. 20, Jan. 24, Feb. 21 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Play a variety of new board games. Bring a friend and win!

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required. For more info, call 560-0268 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. For computer programs, see p. 14. YOUNG HARPIST CONCERT

Sunday, Dec. 12 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Back by popular demand, young harp students under the direction of Winifred Garrett will delight you with seasonal favorites.

NENO NA MUZIKI (SPOKEN WORD AND MUSIC)

Third Thursdays Each Month 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Open mic poetry hosted by local poets on the third Thursday of every month. Come and share your own poetry or select a poem to share with others. A different theme is featured each month. Light refreshments provided. Themes: December 16, “Celebrate the Holidays” January 20, “New Beginnings” February 17, “It’s All About LOVE”

To register for programs, go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org

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THOMAS DAY: MASTER CRAFTSMAN AND FREE MAN OF COLOR

Sunday, Jan. 23 3 p.m.-4:15 p.m. Discussion of Thomas Day’s fascinating life and work.

VITA TAX ASSISTANCE

Saturdays, Feb. 5, Feb. 19 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Income Tax Preparation Assistance 3rd Floor Conference Room. Sign-up required. (Sign-up posted @ 9:30 a.m.)

Fo r e i g n L a n g u a g e

Registration is required. For more info, call 560-0157 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. For Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. ESOL CLASSES/ CLASES DE INGLES Thursdays, Dec. 2-9, Monday, Dec. 6 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. ESOL (English learning for speakers of other languages) classes. MUST CALL TO REGISTER OR FOR INFORMATION 560-0157. Clases de Ingles para personas que hablan otro idioma. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA LLAME PARA INFORMACION 560-0157.

COMPUTER CLASSES IN SPANISH/CLASES DE COMPUTACION EN ESPAÑOL

Thursdays, Dec. 2-9, Tuesday, Dec. 7 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Learn computer basics, including Internet, email and Microsoft Word. (For information call (919) 560-0157). Aprenda computación básica, incluyendo Internet, correo electrónico y Microsoft Word. Para información llame al (919)560-0157).

ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES

Monday, Jan. 24, Thursday, Jan. 27 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. English learning class registration for beginners and intermediate level. MUST REGISTER, 560-0157. Registracion de Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

ESOL CLASS (ENGLISH LEARNING)/ CLASE DE INGLES

Mondays, Feb. 7-28, Thursday, Feb. 10-24 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. English learning class for beginners and intermediate level. MUST CALL TO REGISTER, 560-0157. Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

Rags to Riches Theatre for Young Audiences presents

The Gingerbread Boy Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune.

December 5 - 9 Sunday, December 5 Main @ 3:30 p.m. Monday, December 6 Bragtown @ 10:30 a.m. Bookmobile @ 4 p.m. South Regional @ 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 7 Stanford Warren @ 10:30 a.m. North Regional @ 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 8 East Regional @ 10:30 a.m. Southwest Regional @ 4 p.m. Thursday, December 9 Main @ 10:30 a.m. McDougald @ 4 p.m.

Main Library

Reading with Ringling Brothers (Ages 2-12)

December 17 – January 31

Zoom into reading fun with this circus reading program! Read just 5 books between December 17 and January 31 and receive a free ticket to the Ringling Bros. circus. The show, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents Barnum’s FUNundrum, will play at the RBC Center February 9 - 13, 2011. Starting December 17, visit your favorite Durham County Library and ask your children’s librarian for the materials to get you started. For more information contact Karlene Fyffe at 560-0172 or visit www.readingwithringling.com

M Hu a im naLniibtri e as r yP r o g r a m s C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

THOMAS DAY: MASTER CRAFTSMAN AND FREE MAN OF COLOR

MEET THE AUTHOR – DOLEN PERKINS-VALDEZ

Sunday, January 23 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Main Library

YOUNG HARPISTS CONCERT

Sunday, December 12 3 p.m. Main Library Back by popular demand, young harp students under the direction of Winifred Garrett will delight you with seasonal favorites.

Jo Ramsay Leimenstoll will discuss her new book on Thomas Day. Day created furniture for UNC, governmental officials and rich planters from his workshop in Milton, North Carolina. Living as a free man of color in a slave society, his life is a study in contrasts. His work is prized by collectors and is featured in an exhibit at the North Carolina History Museum.

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS ABOUT NORTH CAROLINA POTTERY

IN THE WINGS: PLAYMAKERS ON TONY KUSHNER’S ANGELS IN AMERICA

Monday, Jan. 10 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Southwest Regional Library

Sunday, Feb. 6 Hayti Heritage Center Essayist and short story author, Dolen Perkins-Valdez will read from her debut novel, Wench. The setting, based on a real place, is a popular resort in Ohio, where slaveholders bring their enslaved mistresses. The novel explores the relationships of the women to each other, their owners, their children and the free world they enter. Publisher’s Weekly called Wench, “Heart-wrenching, intriguing, original and suspenseful.”

Sunday, Feb. 20 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Main Library Internationally renowned potter, Mark Hewitt, will talk about the pottery tradition in North Carolina and how it has influenced his work.

THE LIFE AND TIMES OF FANNIE LOU HAMER

Sunday, Feb. 13 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Main Library

The Touring Theater of North Carolina brings to life Fannie Lou Hamer, the daughter of a share cropper who grew to become a civil rights organizer, community activist and vice president of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party. Four actors bring to life this heroine who risked injury and death to become “a first class citizen.”

PlayMakers company members Kathy Williams (The Angel) and Jeffrey Meanza (Louis Ironson) will be joined by members of the artistic team to discuss the design, politics, vision and relevance of Tony Kushner’s stirring Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning epic, Angels in America.

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B r a g t ow n L i b r a r y Fa m i l y L i t e r ac y Ce n t e r C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0210 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. BOOGIE WOOGIE STORYTIME

(Baby, 2 Year Olds, Pre-School) Wednesdays, Dec. 1-Feb. 9, Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Children from infancy to preschool enjoy stories, music, movements and crafts.

HOMEWORK HELP

(Kindergarten, Middle School, High School) Mondays-Thursdays, Dec. 1-16, Jan. 3-13, Jan. 18-31, Feb. 1-28 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Assistance with homework for all school-age children.

FAMILY FUN FRIDAY (All Ages) Fridays, Dec. 3, Dec. 17, Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Spend some extra-special time with your family at the library. Join us for an afternoon of fun with a board game, movie and popcorn or a good book. Please call for the scheduled event, 919-560-0210. RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Monday, Dec. 6 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune.

MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS (Pre-School, Elementary School, Middle School) Mondays, Dec. 6-20, Jan 3-10, Jan 24-Feb. 28 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Show your creative side with a weekly craft activity that you can take home to enjoy. Registration is required.

HOLIDAY CRAFT WITH MS. DENISE

(Elementary School, Middle School, Adult) Thursday, Dec. 9 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Create your own edible craft. Registration is required.

TWIST & SHOUT STORYTIME

(Kindergarten, 2 Year Olds, Pre-School) Mondays, Dec. 13-20, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 7, Feb. 28 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Shake it up, shake it out! Music, movement and stories to warm up your day.

HOLIDAY MOVIE

Thursday, Dec. 23 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Watch a classic holiday movie and enjoy a snack.

HONOR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

(Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Jan. 12-Jan. 21 2 p.m.-6 p.m. Write an essay on what Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech means to you. Pick up a copy of the speech at the desk. Submit your essay by Friday, January 21st. The best essay will receive a prize, to be awarded on January 28th.

ODDS ‘N’ ENDS ART WITH MS. DENISE (Elementary School, Middle School, High School) Thursdays, Jan. 13, Feb. 10 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Get creative. Have fun with straws, sequins, beads, buttons and more to create a homemade masterpiece. Registration is required.

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY (Baby, 2 Year Olds, Pre-School) Monday, Feb. 14 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Come celebrate with Liberia native and author, Bakeh N. Wleh Nagbe, Sr., with storytelling, music and a craft activity. Feature story: The Greedy Spider.

PRESIDENT’S DAY TRIVIA CONTEST (Elementary School, Middle School) Feb. 14-Feb. 25 2 p.m.-6 p.m. Pick up a trivia sheet on Presidents Bush and Obama. The student who answers the most questions correctly wins a prize! Prize will be awarded February 28th.

CELEBRATE NATIONAL BIRD FEEDING MONTH

(Baby, 2 Year Olds, Pre-School) Wednesday, Feb. 16 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Stories, music and a craft about birds.

GAMING @ BRAGTOWN

Wednesdays, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Play your favorite Wii games at the library with your friends.

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0210 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. THE BULL CITY – A SHORT HISTORY OF DURHAM

Friday, Dec. 10 12 noon-1:30 p.m. Join Bragtown neighbors as Lynn Richardson, North Carolina Collection librarian, takes us on a whirlwind tour of Durham history. You’ll learn about local American Indians and the explorers who first discovered them, Durham’s founding and the settlements that predated it, the Civil War and the tobacco boom it engendered, entrepreneurs of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Durham’s two institutions of higher learning and how they got here, the beginning and the growth of the Civil Rights Movement, and urban renewal and its consequences. Pictures from the library’s photo collection will enhance the talk. Light lunch will be served. Registration is required.

NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR

Friday, Jan. 14 12 noon-1:30 p.m. Deborah Billingsley, massage therapist, discusses the benefits of massage therapy. Receive a five-minute chair massage. Enjoy a light lunch. Registration is required. Friday, Feb. 11 12 noon-1:30 p.m. Celebrate music. Enjoy a light lunch and listen to the sounds of Durham jazz musician Willie Hill. Registration is required.

THE STRUGGLE FOR FREEDOM

(Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Monday, Feb. 21 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Experience a dramatic performance by the Bright Star Children’s Theatre. The Struggle for Freedom celebrates the work and life of Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. in the context of the American Civil Rights Movement.

Teen Programs

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0210 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. PLC EARLY RELEASE CRAFT TIME

Wednesdays, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Get creative. Design an afternoon craft of beaded jewelry, DIY recycled jewelry, edible crafts, collages, winter floral bouquet, paper crafts and much more.

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East Regional C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Registration is required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0214 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. THE ENCYCLOPEDIA & ME (6-12) Wednesday, Dec. 1 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Encyclopedias obsolete? No way! Kids are invited to come out to learn about this all important resource and how it can help with school projects and many more important topics. Bring your notepad and research interest. Pre-registration is required. NEEDED: HOLIDAY TREE BUILDERS (Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Every day, Dec. 1-19 All day No experience necessary. Join us in our effort to build a UNIQUE Holiday Tree for the East Children’s Department. Bring your hands, and the Children’s staff will do the rest. See Children’s desk for more information. BEGINNING SPANISH WITH MISS TIFFANY (PreSchool, Kindergarten, 6-12) Mondays, Dec. 6-20, Jan. 10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 10 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Have fun with greetings, numbers, colors, days of the week, the weather and more! Registration is required. ADVANCED SPANISH FOR KIDS WITH MISS TIFFANY (Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6-12)

Mondays, Dec. 6-20, Jan. 10, Jan. 24-Feb. 21 11 a.m.-11:45 a.m. This class is a beginning Spanish conversation class for kids. Kids that know beginning Spanish words and are able to translate them from Spanish to English should attend this class. Registration is required.

TUMBLING TODDLERS STORYTIME (2 Year Olds, Baby)

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-21, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join us for a storytime designed to strengthen literacy, social and developmental skills in your precious little one. Registration is appreciated.

To register for programs, go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org

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CRISS-CROSS APPLESAUCE PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-School)

Wednesdays, Dec. 8-22, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m. Come and enjoy stories, songs, music and maybe a craft or educational worksheet. Registration is required.

SCHOOL’S OUT – HANG OUT WITH THE CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN (Pre-School, Kindergarten)

Wednesdays, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Dec. 8 – Board Not Bored Games. Jan. 12 – Entertain Your Senses (taste & smell) snack, (hear) music and (see) movie Feb. 9 – Sweet Treats Poetry: Candy making and Valentine’s Day cards. Registration is required.

TWIST & SHOUT (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Thursdays, Dec. 9, Jan. 20, Feb. 24 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Shake it up, shake it out! Music and movement to warm up your day. Registration is required. RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Wednesday, Dec. 15 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune. Registration is required.

HOLIDAY CRAFT (Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6-12) Thursday, Dec. 16 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. It’s time to make that special ornament for your tree or to give as a gift. Pre-registration is required.

SCHOOL HAPPENS AT THE LIBRARY – EXPLORING PLANETS (Kindergarten, 6-12, Pre-School)

Thursday, Jan. 6 11 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Join Miss Tanika’s planet exploration. There will be hands-onactivities, plenty of fun and interesting facts to learn. Registration is required.

CHILD INTERNET SAFETY (Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School) Monday, Jan. 10 6 p.m.-7 p.m. Parents and guardians are invited out to receive information regarding some internet risks and how to prevent those risks from developing into serious issues. Books on this theme will be available for checkout. Guest speaker, Brandon Maddon, is the Outreach Specialist with the N.C. Attorney General’s Office. Registration is required. VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE (Kindergarten, Elementary School) Friday, Feb. 11 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Join the East Regional Children’s Staff as we show our love to our young patrons with a dance. Don’t forget to bring your Valentine’s Day cards to exchange with your friends. Light snacks will be provided. Registration is required. BRIGHT STAR CHILDREN’S THEATRE (Elementary School, Middle School) Tuesday, Feb. 22 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Experience a dramatic performance by the Bright Star Children’s Theatre. The Struggle for Freedom celebrates the work and life of Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. in the context of the American Civil Rights Movement. Registration is required.

WRIGHT BROTHERS CELEBRATION

Friday, Dec. 17 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate Wright Brothers Day with an airplane craft.

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD SPECIAL (PreSchool, Elementary School, 6-12) Saturday, Dec. 18 11 a.m.-12 noon Did you ever want to know how Christmas is celebrated in other countries? Now is your time to find out. We’ll also make different types of crafts from other countries. Registration is required.

Teen Programs

Registration is not required. For more info, call 560-0213 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. WII SPORTS

Wednesdays, Dec. 1, Jan. 19 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Play your favorite Wii sports games at East Regional.

TEEN BOOK CLUB

Thursdays, Dec. 2, Dec. 16, Dec. 30, Jan. 13, Jan. 27, Feb. 10, Feb. 24 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Join our teen book club, The East Geeksters, for diverse reading and lively discussion. (We try to stay on topic!) Refreshments and fun provided.

WII JUST DANCE

Wednesdays, Dec. 8, Jan. 5, Feb. 2 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Got dancing moves? Show them off with Just Dance!

East Regional TEEN CREATIVE WRITING GROUP

Thursdays, Dec. 9, Dec. 23, Jan. 6, Jan. 20, Feb. 3, Feb. 17 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Join our informal group to discuss and share ideas about creative writing.

WII MARIOKART

Wednesdays, Dec. 15, Jan. 12, Feb. 16 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Play MarioKart and challenge your friends to a race!

OUT TO THE MOVIES

Wednesdays, Dec. 22, Jan. 26 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Watch a movie, eat some popcorn and relax!

GUITAR HERO ROCK BAND

Wednesday, Dec. 29 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Jam with friends @ East with Guitar Hero Rock Band.

VALENTINE’S CRAFT

Wednesday, Feb. 09 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Make an original heartfelt creation for Valentine’s Day.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH FILM FEATURE

Wednesday, Feb. 23 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Come watch a movie to celebrate and recognize Black History Month. Refreshments provided.

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required. For more info, call 560-0213 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. OVER 50 CROWD

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-Feb. 22 10 a.m.-12 noon Great discussion, great food! Learn about the neighborhoods of the area. Great book discussions, crafts, games, the Internet, health issues, etc.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE WORKSHOP

Tuesday, Dec. 07 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Try to relax during the holidays. Receive a complimentary chair massage and learn the health benefits and different types of massage therapy. Limited space available. Registration is required.

COPING WITH LIFE’S CHALLENGES

Mondays, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 7 6 p.m.-7 p.m. Having problems with a youth or teen? Dealing with emotional distress? Would you like information on dealing with family and individual therapy, social and coping skill development? You will learn how to link families to natural and community resources. Registration is required.

40 AND OVER DURHAM COUNTY LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Mature, interesting and inviting book discussion of selected titles.

HOME SCHOOL MOM’S SOCIAL NETWORK

Mondays, Dec. 20, Jan. 31, Feb. 28 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Ladies night out! Socializing, brainstorming, networking and having good clean fun without the kids!

Fo r e i g n L a n g u a g e

For more info, call 560-0157 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org For Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. ENGLISH CONVERSATION REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION CLASE DE CONVERSACIO

Saturday, Feb. 5 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration for a conversation class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED call 560-0157. Registracion de Clase de Conversacion en Ingles.REGISTRACION REQUERIDA LLAMAR 560-0157.

ENGLISH CONVERSATIONCLASS/ CLAS DE CONVERSACION EN INGLES

Saturdays, Feb. 12-26 10 a.m.-12 p.m. English conversation class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED call 560-0157. Clases de Conversacion en Ingles. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA LLAMAR 560-0157.

Celebrate Black History Month

@ Your Library!

Bright Star Children’s Theatre presents The Struggle for Freedom. This play features Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the Civil Rights movement.

February 19 - 22 Saturday, February 19 Main @ 10:30 a.m. Southwest Regional @ 3:30 p.m. Sunday, February 20 North Regional @ 3:30 p.m. Monday, February 21 Bragtown @ 10:30 a.m. Stanford Warren @ 4 p.m. South Regional @ 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 22 McDougald Terrace @ 4 p.m. East Regional @ 7 p.m. Winter 2010 Branching Out

Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s Registration is required for ALL programs, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0125 (Main) 560-0236 (North Regional) 560-7015 (South Regional) 560-8590 (Southwest Regional) 560-0270 (Stanford L. Warren) or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org.

Microsof t Office MICROSOFT EXCEL BASICS Learn the basics of working Microsoft Excel 2007. Basic computer skills required. Tuesdays, Dec. 7, Jan. 18, Feb. 8 Thursdays, Jan. 20, Feb. 24 Mondays, Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7

For information about computer classes at Main please call 560-0110 or visit the Reference Desk.

COMPUTER BASICS Always wanted to learn how to use a computer? Never had the time or the opportunity? Well here’s your chance. This workshop provides step-by-step, hands-on instruction in the use of the computer. In this workshop, participants will learn about the parts of the computer and how to use it, including using the mouse, the basics of the Windows Operating System, making and managing folders, and other important computers functions. Tuesdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 25 Monday, Feb. 21 Mondays, Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7

10 a.m.-11 a.m. 10 a.m.-12 noon 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m.

Southwest Regional Stanford L. Warren North Regional

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL Learn some extra tips and tricks with Microsoft Excel 2007. Basic Microsoft Excel knowledge required. Wednesday, Feb. 16 Wednesdays, Dec. 8, Jan. 5, Feb. 9

Basics

10 a.m.-11 a.m. 10 a.m.-12 noon 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

10 a.m.-11 a.m. 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Southwest Regional North Regional

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT BASICS Learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. Basic computer skills required. Wednesdays, Dec. 8, Jan. 19, Feb. 9 Tuesdays, Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 8

10 a.m.-11 a.m. 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Southwest Regional North Regional

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT POWERPOINT Learn some extra tips and tricks for Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. Basic PowerPoint knowledge required. Tuesday, Feb. 22

10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Southwest Regional

MICROSOFT PUBLISHER BASICS

Email & Internet COMPUTER BASICS AND INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL

Learn how to create professional looking documents using Microsoft’s Publisher software. With Publisher you can design and print signs, cards, newsletters, invitations, business cards, banners and more.

Learn to send and receive email messages using the free Gmail email service.

Thursday, Dec. 9, Jan. 6, Feb. 10

Tuesday, Jan. 18

10 a.m.-12 noon

MICROSOFT WORD BASICS

Set up a Gmail account and learn the basics of sending and receiving email. Basic computer skills required. Registration is required. 10 a.m.-11 a.m. 10 a.m.-12 noon

Southwest Regional Stanford L. Warren

Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word 2007. Basic computer skills required. Wednesdays, Dec. 1, Jan. 12, Feb. 210 a.m.-11 a.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 19, Feb. 23 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Mondays, Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Southwest Regional Stanford L. Warren North Regional

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT WORD

INTERNET BASICS Learn the basics of navigating the web, including some basic search and safety information. Basic computer skills required. Registration is required. Wednesdays, Jan. 5, Jan. 26 Thursday, Dec. 9, Jan. 6, Feb. 10

North Regional

Stanford L. Warren

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL: GMAIL BASICS

Tuesdays, Jan. 11, Feb. 1 Tuesday, Feb. 22

9:30 a.m.-11 a.m.

10 a.m.-11 a.m. 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.

Southwest Regional North Regional

Learn some extra tips and tricks with Microsoft Word 2007. Basic Microsoft Word knowledge required. Tuesday, Feb. 15 Tuesdays, Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 8

10 a.m.-11 a.m. 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Southwest Regional North Regional

CREATING A RESUME IN MICROSOFT WORD Learn how to create a resume in Microsoft Word 2007. If you would like to save your resume, please have either an email account or bring a flash drive with you. Basic Microsoft Word knowledge required. Wednesday, Feb. 23

To register for programs, go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org

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10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Southwest Regional

M c D o u g a l d T e r r ac e C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Registration is required, except as noted. For more info: 560-0240 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Thursday, Dec. 9 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT WORKSHOP

Wednesday, Dec. 15 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Be creative. Join the activities making goodies for the holidays.

CHRISTMAS MOVIE HOUR

Friday, Dec. 17 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Come eat popcorn and enjoy a good movie for the holidays.

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. WORKSHOP

Thursday, Jan. 13 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Arts craft activities and a drawing to win a prize.

Teen Programs

Registration is not required. For more info: 560-0240 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. TUTORIAL HOMEWORK HELP Every day All day?***

TEEN COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday, Dec. 7, Wednesday, Jan. 5 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Join our teen meeting to plan programs. Read selected books, make friends and volunteer at the library.

HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH A BOOK

Tuesday, Dec. 27 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Do you have an idea for a book that you always wanted to have published? Come learn beneficial information about the publication process.

AFTERNOON POETRY WORKSHOP

Wednesday, Feb. 23 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Empower the poet in you, and share with friends and family.

MAGIC TRICKS

Wednesday, Jan. 19 3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Read magic books plus learn new tricks.

THE GINGERBREAD MAN

Friday, Jan. 28 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Come listen to the story of the Gingerbread Man and his trips from place to place. Craft activities to follow.

BLACK HISTORY CRAFT ACTIVITIES

Tuesday, Feb. 15 3 p.m.-4p.m. Arts craft activities and a drawing to win a prize.

NAME THE FACE CONTEST

Friday, Feb. 18 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Name the face and win a prize, a very special activity enjoyed by everyone.

BRIGHT STAR CHILDREN’S THEATRE/BLACK HISTORY PROGRAM

Tuesday, Feb. 22 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate Black History Month with Bright Star Children’s Theatre’s The Struggle for Freedom. Registration is required.

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Nor th Regional C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Registration is required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0232 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. It’s a Reading Roundup @ North Regional Library this quarter. Come on down and enjoy great programs and win fabulous prizes!

BABY & ME LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby)

Wednesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 1-16, Jan. 5-Feb. 24 10:30 a.m. -11 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For children 0-23 months.

DROP IN STORYTIME (Pre-School, Kindergarten)

Thursdays, Dec. 2 - Feb. 24 10:30 a.m. -11 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 22 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Stories for little ones. Parents/caregivers MUST attend this event with their child. Groups larger than 10 please pre-register at 919560-0232.

DROP IN STORYTIME SESSION #2

(Pre-School, Kindergarten) Tuesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 1 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. To alleviate some of the space issues we have added a second session of the Tuesday Drop In Storytime. This program is a rerun of the 1st session with the same books and activities. Due to its smaller size this one is more of a traditional storytime.

MAKE AND TAKE WITH MARY (Pre-School) Mondays, Dec. 6, Dec. 20, Jan. 3, Jan. 31, Feb. 14, Feb. 28 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Mary as she shares a great craft with you and your preschooler! Groups larger than 10 attendees, please pre-register. BEDTIME STORYTIME (Pre-School, Kindergarten)

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-14, Jan. 1-Feb. 22 6:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Join us for stories and songs. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal!

RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Tuesday, December 7 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune.

CANDY CASAS (HOUSES) (Elementary School) Wednesday, Dec. 8 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Join us as we make casas sure to satisfy even the sweetest sweet tooth! Graham crackers, assorted candies, frosting and you have a casa perfect for Hansel or Gretel! Pre-registration is required.

Winter 2010-2011 Branching Out

Teen Programs

CARTOONING WITH CASEY WESTERN EDITION

(Elementary School, Middle School) Monday, Dec. 13 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Join Casey as he takes you step-by-step through the process of drawing cartoon armadillo’s, horses and more!

MAD SCIENTIST CLUB (Elementary School, Middle School)

Monday, Jan. 10 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of science! Sometimes crazy, sometimes messy but always MAD, MAD FUN! Pre-registration is required.

SPECIAL STORYTIME: COWBOYS AND COWGIRLS

(Pre-School, Kindergarten) Wednesday, Jan. 19 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Join us for a Cowboy Special complete with crafts, books and songs! Pre-registration is required.

FANCY NANCY TEA PARTY

(Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Wednesday, Jan. 26 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Join us for a tea party, games, crafts and a Fancy Nancy storytime. Wear your best fancy clothes for our fashion parade. Space is limited, so registration is required.

CHINESE NEW YEAR PARTY (Pre-School, Elementary

School) Thursday, Feb. 3 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Join us as we celebrate the Chinese New Year with games, books, crafts and more. Pre-registration required.

BRIGHT STAR CHILDREN’S THEATER: THE STRUGGLE FOR FREEDOM

(Elementary School, Middle School) Sunday, Feb. 20 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join the Bright Star Theater as they present the historical drama, The Struggle for Freedom. Registration is required.

CRAFTY KIDS (Elementary School, Middle School) Monday, Feb. 21 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Join us for a creative craft. Supplies are provided. For ages 8-12. Please pre-register. STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER

(Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Tuesday, Feb. 22 7 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. After Bedtime Storytime, tuck your stuffed animal in for a sleepover at the library. Pick up your buddy the next day and take home a picture of your stuffed animal having fun during the sleepover!

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0236 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. WII WEDNESDAY

Wednesdays, Dec. 1-8, Jan. 5-Jan. 26, Feb. 9-23 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Come play your favorite Wii games.

GREEN TEENS: HOLIDAY GIFTS

Thursday, Dec. 2 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Make eco-friendly gifts for your friends and family this holiday season. Registration is required

TEEN TIME

Weekdays, Dec. 3-Feb. 28 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Games and other activities for teens. Check for special programs.

CHAPTER CHAT: TEEN BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays, Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 1 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Come join our teen book club! Check to see what we’re reading each month. Registration is required

HOME ON THE RANGE CANDY HOUSE CHALLENGE

Wednesday, Dec. 8 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Join us as we make western-themed houses sure to satisfy even the sweetest sweet tooth! Graham crackers, assorted candies, frosting...Do you have what it takes to compete? Pre-registration is required.

WESTERN MOVIE DAY

Fridays, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Stop by for a western-themed flick!

LINE DANCING LESSONS

Tuesday, Dec. 14 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Shuffle on over and join us as we learn some new line dances! Registration is required

QUICK DRAW CHALLENGE

Wednesday, Dec. 15 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Do you have what it takes to win the West? Don’t squat on your spurs; join the competition! Pre-registration is required.

TEEN MAD SCIENTIST CLUB

Monday, Jan. 10 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Science so fun it will drive you insane! This hands-on science program is sometimes gross, sometimes amazing but always MAD! MAD! FUN! Pre-registration is required.

Nor th Regional WILD, WILD WEST IRON CHEF CHALLENGE

Wednesday, Jan. 12 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Yee haw! Saddle up, buckaroo, because in this cooking challenge you’ll be taking a trip back to the old West. Pre-registration is required.

CAMPFIRE TALES: READ S’MORE

Friday, Jan. 21 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Ready for some stories as fine as cream gravy? Come on by and enjoy campfire tales while we roast some s’mores. Pre-registration is required.

SUPER BOWL PARTY FOR TEENS

Wednesday, Feb. 2 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Come root for your favorite team, play in a football video game tournament and enjoy some snacks at the North Regional Library Super Bowl Party! Pre-registration is required.

CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

Thursday, Feb. 3 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Join us as we celebrate the Chinese New Year with games, books, crafts and more! Pre-registration is required.

ANTI-VALENTINE’S DAY BASH

Monday, Feb. 14 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Rebel against Valentine’s Day with an array of morbid activities, crafts and food! Pre-registration is required.

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required. For more info, call 560-0236 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. For computer programs, see p. 14. KNITTING GROUP

Thursdays, Dec. 2-Feb 24 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Join the knitting group. Bring a pair of #8 needles and a skein of smooth yarn.

Man by Susan Wittig Albert; Jan.: California Girl by T. Jefferson Parker; Feb.: Crocodile on the Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters.

INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE

Tuesday, Dec. 14-Feb. 22 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Come test your bridge skills with other experienced players.

NORTH BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays, Dec. 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 22 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Join us for a discussion of the following books: Dec.: A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick; Jan. and Feb.: TBA.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE

Mondays, Feb. 7-28 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Volunteers from the Retired and Senior Volunteer program will provide free assistance in filing state and federal income tax forms.

Fo r e i g n L a n g u a g e

For more info, call 560-0236 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org For Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. ESOL

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-Feb. 22 10 a.m.-11 a.m. English as a Second Language instruction. Register at the North Regional Information desk or call 560-0236.

Intergenerational CHESS CLUB

Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, Jan. 8-Feb. 26 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Come, learn and test your skills against other players. All ages and skill levels welcome.

The Unexpected @ Your Library Movies, Music & More

MAHJONG

Downloadables

BRIDGE CLUB

DVDs

Mondays, Dec. 6-20, Jan. 3-10, Jan 24-31, Feb. 7-28 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Come, learn and play this game of skill, strategy and luck.

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-Feb. 22 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Improve your bridge skills.

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

Mondays, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 14 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Join us for a discussion of the following mysteries: Dec.: Mistletoe

Did you know you can download books, audiobooks and videos from the library? Enjoy great material without ever leaving the comfort of your home. (Library card number required.) Who needs the high prices and fees of movie rental stores? The library offers DVDs for free! You can borrow up to five DVDs for up to a week.

CDs

Want to listen to lots of music for free? From Mariah Carey to Josh Groban, the library has something for everyone.

To register for programs, go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org Winter 2010-2011 Branching Out

South Regional C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-7409 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. 2ND-3RD GRADE BOOK CLUB (Elementary School)

Wednesdays, Dec. 1, Jan. 5, Feb. 2 4:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Join us at the South Regional Library for our 2nd-3rd Grade Book Club. Each month we will read a different book, discuss what we read and make a craft based on the book. Sign up online to join us and pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk. Registration is required.

RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Monday, Dec. 6 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune. All groups must preregister. Registration is required.

4TH-5TH GRADE BOOK CLUB (Elementary School)

Thursdays, Dec. 9, Jan. 13, Feb. 10 4:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Join us at the South Regional Library for our 4th & 5th Grade Book Club. Each month we will read a different book, discuss what we read and do an activity based on the book. Sign up online to join us and pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk. Registration is required.

HOLIDAY COOKIE SING-A-LONG

(2 Year Olds, Pre-School) Saturday, Dec. 11 10 a.m.-10:45 a.m. You’re invited to our very special Holiday Cookie Sing-A-Long! This party will be great... and so will your cookies! Join Miss Erica for a morning of songs, stories and of course cookies! Please register in advance.

HOLIDAY COOKIE HOUSES (All Ages)

Saturday, Dec. 18 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Children of all ages are invited to attend our very special Holiday Cookie House program! We will provide the cookies, frosting and treats so all you need to bring is your creativity. Registration is required to attend!

MORE THAN A STORY (Kindergarten, Elementary School)

Tuesdays, Dec. 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 22 4:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Join Miss Erica for South Regional’s very special book club made just for our kindergarten and first grader patrons. Each month will feature a different book and craft! Registration is required.

RHYMETIME (Baby) Mondays, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Lauren for songs, rhymes, fingerplays and lots of interactive fun for walkers through 3 years. FAMILY STORYTIME (All Ages)

Mondays, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 7 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for families of all ages.

STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for your preschooler. LAPSITTERS (Baby) Wednesdays, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Erica for fingerplays, songs, rhymes and stories perfect for your baby (6-23 months). FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Tuesday, Jan. 18 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Do you dream of becoming a Millionaire? Can you sink a Battleship? If so, join us for a night of board games, refreshments and fun.

FAMIWII GAME NIGHT

Tuesday, Feb. 15 7 p.m.-8 p.m. South Regional Library is busting out the Wii and everyone is invited! Come join us for a night of video games, snacks, family and fun.

Teen Programs HOMEWORK HELP TUTORING

Wednesdays, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Tutors will be at the South Regional Library every Wednesday afternoon from 3-6 p.m. to help students in grades 6-12 with homework in math, science, language arts and more.

SOUTH REGIONAL’S TEEN ADVISORY GROUP

Tuesdays, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Want to make your voice heard in the library? Join the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) of the South Regional Library!

TEEN TUESDAYS

3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

TEEN MOVIE

Winter 2010-2011 Branching Out

Tuesday, Dec. 7 Kick back and enjoy a showing of The Nightmare Before Christmas complete with popcorn and snacks.

GET CRAFTY WITH SOCK PUPPETPALOOZA

Tuesday, Jan. 4 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Make sock puppets, amuse yourself and scare your friends.

ANIME-MANIA

Tuesdays, Jan. 18, Feb. 15 Join us for an anime movie and snacks, and even share your art.

FLIP CAMERA CLASS

Tuesday, Jan. 25 Learn how to use a flip camera to make your own films, videos and book trailers.

GET CRAFTY!

Tuesday, Feb. 1 Want to give your look more of an edge? Learn how to make your own jewelry with a steampunk industrial flair.

SCRATCH COMPUTER GAME CLASS

Tuesday, Feb. 22 Every wanted to design and play your own computer game? Learn how with Scratch. It’s free, it’s easy, and you’ll learn how to post your game online so other teens can play it too.

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-7409 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. For computer programs, see p. 14. SUZUKI HOLIDAY MUSICAL PROGRAM

Saturday, Dec. 4 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Durham Youth Violin Performance by Triangle Suzuki Students.

CROCHET @ YOUR LIBRARY

Sundays, Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Do you enjoy crocheting, or would you like to learn how? All levels are welcome. Learn to crochet from the beginning or learn more advanced techniques. This is also a great place to show off your work to an appreciative audience.

GENRE FICTION BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays, Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 1 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Come join us and expand your knowledge of the many varieties of fiction genres! For Dec. we will be reading titles from the Science Fiction genre. For Jan. we will be reading titles from the Young Adult genre. For Feb. we will be reading titles from the Romance genre.

South Regional FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Tuesday, Jan. 18 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Do you dream of becoming a Millionaire? Can you sink a Battleship? If so, join us for a night of board games, refreshments and fun.

NONFICTION BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays, Jan. 18, Feb. 15 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. The Book Club meets monthly to discuss a nonfiction book. You do not have to have finished the book to attend! Call Cathy at (919) 560-7410 for this month’s title.

Bookmobile – Yo u r L i b r a r y o n W h e e l s

VOLUNTARY SIMPLICITY

Tuesdays, Jan. 11-Feb. 22 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Voluntary Simplicity is a six-session course addressing the distractions of modern society that keep us from caring for ourselves, our relationships and our environment. Registration is required.

The Bookmobile is a library on wheels carrying approximately 5000 titles of juvenile and adult materials. Customers are welcome on board to apply for library cards, checkout or return materials.

YOGA

The following is a list of the Bookmobile’s monthly community stops.

Mondays, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Improve physical health. Learn to breathe deeply and increase your energy level. De-stress, practice mental clarity and relaxation. Reconnect with your inner source. No prior experience is necessary. Limited number of props available, please bring own if you have them. Registration is required.

Every Saturday, 9:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Front St 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Hardee St, 1237 Naples Place 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Pendelton Apartments 314 S. Woodcrest St

FAMIWII GAME NIGHT

Tuesday, Feb. 15 7 p.m.-8 p.m. South Regional Library is busting out the Wii and everyone is invited! Come join us for a night of video games, snacks, family and fun.

2nd and 4th Saturdays, 3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m. Lakemoor Apartments Martin Luther King Blvd and Kent Lake Dr

Fo r e i g n L a n g u a g e

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-7409 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. For Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. BEGINNERS’ ESOL

Thursdays, Dec. 2-Dec. 16, Jan. 6-Feb. 24 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. People of other languages learn basic English skills. Join the class at any time.

BEGINNERS’ ESOL

Monday, Dec. 6 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. An English class for beginners.

ADVANCED ESOL

Thursdays, Dec. 2-Dec. 16, Jan. 6-Feb. 24 10 a.m.-12 noon English conversation for speakers of other languages.

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3rd Monday, 3:45 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Oxford Manor Apartments Old Oxford Highway 4th Monday, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Weaver St. Apartments 3000 Weaver St 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Downing Creek Downing Creek Parkway (in front of pool) 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. American Village American Drive (in front of park) For a complete schedule, contact the Bookmobile office at 560-0155 or visit www.durhamcountylibrary.org

S o u t hwe s t R e g i o n a l C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560- 8592 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. BABY AND ME LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Mondays, Dec. 6-20, Jan. 3-10, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. (Session 1) 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. (Session 2) Wednesdays, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. (Session 1) 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. (Session 2) Join Miss Amy for stories, song, rhymes and activities for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Registration is required. POETRY WRITING! (Elementary School) Thursdays, Dec. 2-16 4 p.m.-4:40 p.m. Write your own poems. Learn about poetry. For ages 9 to 11. Registration is required. STORYTIME FOR TWO’S WITH MISS MARGARET

CRAFT MONDAY (Elementary School, 6-12) Mondays, Dec. 6, Dec. 20, Jan. 10, Jan. 24, Feb. 7, Feb. 21 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Join Miss Patty and Miss Jamie for an exciting new craft every other Monday. Supplies provided. For Ages 6-12. Registration is required. CRAFT MONDAY (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Mondays, Dec. 6, Dec. 13, Dec. 20, Jan. 3, Jan. 10, Jan. 24, Feb. 7- 28 2 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Join Miss Patty and Miss Jamie for an exciting new craft every Monday. Supplies provided. For Ages 2-5. Registration is required. TERRIFIC TALES STORYTIME WITH MISS AMY!

(Pre-School, 2 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Dec. 7-21, Jan. 4-Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Amy for stories, songs and lots of interactive fun for little ones.

RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Wednesday, Dec. 8 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune. Registration is required.

Winter 2010-2011 Branching Out

BABY SIGNS STORYTIME WITH MISS JAMIE (Baby) Tuesdays, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Jan. 25, Feb. 8, Feb. 22 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Join Miss Jamie for a sign language storytime. Teach your baby basic signs. Ages 2-23 months. Registration is required. MOVEMENT & MUSIC (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Saturdays, Dec. 11, Feb. 5 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Amy for dance, hula hoops, ribbon sticks and interactive musical games. Registration is required. KIDS COOKING CLUB (Elementary School, 6-12) Wednesday, Dec. 15, Jan. 19 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Learn about cooking, kitchen safety, nutrition and, of course, good food! Parents and children will be required to sign a permission form at the initial cooking club meeting. Registration is required. MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB

(Girls ages 8-11 and their mothers or chosen adults) Saturdays, Dec. 18, Jan. 15, Feb. 12 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Join us for Mother Daughter Book Club. Each month we will read and discuss a new book. For girls 8 to 11 and their mothers (or chosen adult).

BILINGUAL STORYTIME WITH MISS PATTY

BRIGHT STAR CHILDREN’S THEATER PRESENTS “THE STRUGGLE FOR FREEDOM”

(Elementary School, Pre-School, Kindergarten) Saturday, Feb. 19 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. The Struggle for Freedom celebrates the work and life of Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. in the context of the American Civil Rights Movement.

Teen Programs

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560- 8598 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. BOARD GAME GEEKS

Wednesdays, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Don’t Scrabble around for something to Monopolize your time after school! Eat some snacks and have some fun at Board Game Geeks instead! Registration is required.

DIY GIFTS FOR TEENS: BOTTLE CAP ART

Wednesday, Dec. 1 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Teens, design personalized magnets and pins for your friends and family. Registration is required.

DIY GIFTS FOR TEENS: PAPER WALLETS

(Pre-School, Kindergarten) Tuesdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 18, Feb. 1, Feb. 15 11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Hola Amigos! Come join Miss Patty for stories and songs in Spanish and English.

Wednesday, Dec. 08 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Teens, create custom stocking stuffers for your friends and family. Registration is required.

WRITING FOR KIDS (Ages 9 to 11) Thursdays, Jan. 6-27 4 p.m.-4:40 p.m. Learn about story writing, and write a story beginning to end! Registration is required.

Mondays, Dec 20, Jan 24, Feb 21 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Love music? Share your tunes, drop some beats and make some noise at the Listen Up! Music Hour. Registration is required.

YOGA STORIES FOR 3-6. (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Saturday, Jan. 22 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join Miss Amy for an interactive storytime that engages children in stories through yoga. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Ages 3-6. Registration is required.

LISTEN UP! MUSIC HOUR

LUNCH BUNCH BOOK CLUB

Thursdays, Dec. 16, Jan. 13, Feb. 10 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Teens, bring a lunch and the best book you’ve read lately. Dessert will be provided. Registration is required.

MONDAY MATCHUP: GAMER VS. GAMER

GROSSOLOGY (Elementary School)

Mondays, Dec. 6-20, Jan. 3-10 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Attention all gamers between the ages of 10 and 17! You can play Wii on a giant screen every Monday afternoon at Southwest. Registration is required.

KIDS COMICS CLUB (Elementary School)

Wednesday, Feb. 9 3 p.m.-5 p.m. World-ranked player Billy Stevens teaches teens to play carrom, an action-packed skill game popular in South Asia. Registration is required.

Wednesdays, Jan. 26, Feb. 23 4 p.m.-4:45 p.m. Grossology: The Science of Gross. Each month we will do a different science project that is sure to make you gag. Grades 2-5. Registration is required.

Thursdays, Feb. 3-24 4 p.m.-5 p.m. However you draw is the perfect way to draw your comics! Learn how to turn your drawings into comics. Create stories and characters, and make your own zine. Grades 1-5. Registration is required.

PLAY CARROM WITH A CHAMP

S o u t hwe s t R e g i o n a l SOUTHWEST TEEN ADVISORY GROUP

Thursday, Dec. 2 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Want to get involved with your library? Join Teen Advisory Group to make cool things happen! Registration is required.

TEEN COFFEEHOUSE OPEN MIKE

Tuesday, Jan. 11 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Relax with friends, and share your talents at our teen open mike night! Registration is required.

WRITE ON!

Tuesdays, Jan. 25-Feb. 22 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Writing coaches from UNC and Duke offer writing support in a casual atmosphere where teens can explore ideas and make their own choices. Registration is required.

ANTI-VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY

Monday, February 14 3:30 to 5 p.m. Think Cupid is stupid? Take your mind off the mushy stuff at the Anti-Valentine’s Bash!

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560- 8594 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. For computer programs, see p. 14. MAH JONGG

Mondays, Dec. 6-Feb. 28 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Dec. 2-Feb. 24 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Come test your mah jongg skills with players of all skill levels. Be sure to bring your tiles and cards.

ROMANCE LOVERS BOOK CLUB

Thursdays, Dec. 2, Jan. 6, Feb. 3 7 p.m.- 8 p.m. Love to read romance? Come talk about your favorite books with Romance Writers of America 2010 Librarian of the year, Jennifer Lohmann. In Dec., we will read Warrior by Zoe Archer. In Jan. we will read Tall, Dark, and Texan by Jodi Thomas.

DURHAM ASL MEETUP

Saturdays, Dec. 4, Dec. 18, Jan. 15, Jan.29, Feb. 12, Feb. 26 10 a.m.-11 a.m. This group is for anyone who has a passion for American Sign Language (ASL). We welcome all adults who are deaf, hard of hearing (HH), hearing, students, parents, teachers, interpreters or any community member looking for an opportunity to connect with other signers. Take opportunities to get together for conversation, laughs and fellowship, make new friends and socialize!

MEET THE AUTHOR – DAPHNE ATHAS

MEET THE AUTHORS

Saturday, Dec. 4 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Meet the author of Chapel Hill in Plain Sight, a memoir by a longtime Orange County resident and beloved, former creative writing teacher at UNC-Chapel Hill.

Sunday, Jan. 30 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Local poet, Elon Eidenier, district court judge Beverly Scarlett and local authors Bob Burtman, Michael Malone and John Valentine, will discuss the book 27 Views of Hillsborough: a Southern Town in Prose and Poetry.

LIGHTS OF HANUKKAH

CULINARY BOOK CLUB: SOMETHING FROM THE OVEN: REINVENTING DINNER IN 1950S AMERICA

Sunday, Dec. 5 2:30 p.m.-4 p.m. Local storyteller and author Barbara Rush will be presenting a program on the history and design of menorahs from the 4th Century until the present and over four continents. Rush is the author of several books on Jewish culture including The Lights of Hanukkah: A Book of Menorahs and The Book of Jewish Women’s Tales.

QIGONG

Monday, Dec. 20 7 p.m.-8 p.m. QiGong with Kathleen Cusick from the Magic Tortoise. Registration is required.

KNITTING AND OTHER NEEDLE ARTS

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-Feb. 22 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Join our needle arts group. Bring your cross-stitch, knitting, crochet or embroidery to Southwest. Meet your neighbors, and show off your craft.

SOUTHERN PIES (AND MORE!) WITH NANCIE MCDERMOTT

Tuesday, Dec. 7 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Just in time for the holiday season, meet renowned cookbook author, Nancie McDermott as she discusses and shares from her newest book, Southern Pies: a Gracious Plenty of Pie Recipes from Lemon Chess to Chocolate Pecan.

EREADERS 101: WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Thursday, Dec. 9 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. What are kindles, nooks and digital books? And how does Sony fit into all of this? Hear the latest about eReaders and eBooks at the library. Registration is required.

MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB

THE SOUND OF POETS COOKING

Saturday, January 8 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Great poetry and good food! What could be better? Join in a discussion of the anthololgy, The Sound of Poets Cooking, edited by Richard Krawiec. Local poets and recipes from the book will be featured.

Tuesday, Feb. 8 7 p.m. What do dehydrated wine, fish sticks, Spam, Poppy Cannon, and Julia Child have in common? Find out in this tale of mid-twentieth century, culinary history, written by Laura Shapiro.

EDIBLE FLOWERS – BEAUTIFUL AND TASTY BLOOMS

Saturday, Feb. 26 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Plan to enjoy – visually and on your plate – some edible blooms in your spring and summer garden this year. Join Durham County Extension Master Gardener Faye McNaull for this program on identifying, growing and cooking with blooms. Registration is required.

Fo r e i g n L a n g u a g e

For more info, call 560-8594 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org For Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. ENGLISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION GROUP

Thursdays, Dec. 2, Dec. 16, Jan. 6, Jan. 20, Feb. 3, Feb. 17 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Practice your English language conversation skills.

TERTULIA (SPANISH CONVERSATION)

Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, Jan. 8-Feb. 26 10 a.m.-11 a.m. This group allows intermediate and advanced speakers to practice Spanish conversation.

ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES

Thursday, Feb. 3 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. English learning class registration for beginners and intermediate level. MUST CALL TO REGISTER 560-0157. Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

ESOL CLASS (ENGLISH LEARNING)/CLASE DE INGLES

Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 10-24 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. English learning class for beginners and intermediate level. MUST CALL TO REGISTER 560-0157. Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

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S t a n f o r d L . Wa r r e n C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

Teen Programs

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0270 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org.

TODDLER STORYTIME (Pre-School) Wednesdays, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 5-Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Come enjoy a fun story time with music, dancing, reading books and doing a fun craft. Each story time will have a different theme as well as a craft come find out for yourself what fun we have at story time.

Wednesdays, Dec. 1, Jan. 5, Feb. 2 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Do you enjoy anime? Manga? Graphic novels? If so join us to talk about your favorites and preview some new movies. Snacks will be provided.

FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAY GROUPTIME ACTIVITIES (All ages)

Dec. 2 -16, Jan. 6-Feb. 18 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for stories, crafts and music.

SATURDAY MORNING MOVIE (Elementary School)

Saturdays, Dec. 4, Jan. 29, Feb. 26 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Start your Saturday off right by coming to see a great, G-Rated movie at the library. Call the library for movie title.

RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES /THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

Tuesday, Dec. 7 10:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Join the fun and adventure as Gerry, the gingerbread boy heads down the road in search of his fortune. Registration is required.

THE STRUGGLE FOR FREEDOM (Elementary School)

Tuesday, Dec. 21 4 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Celebrate Black History Month with Bright Star Children’s Theatre. Registration is required.

TEEN ANIME CLUB

TEEN DIY CRAFTS

Monday, Dec. 20 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate the holidays with some do-it-yourself crafts!

TEEN AFTERNOON MOVIE

Saturday, Jan. 22 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Come watch a movie, and relax with your friends. Snacks will be provided.

TEEN FASHION SHOW

Saturday, Feb. 12 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Sign-up for models coming soon! (Ages 12-17). Registration is required.

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s

Registration is not required, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0270 or register online at www.durhamcountylibrary.org. For computer programs, see p. 14. CULTURAL AWARENESS SEMINAR

Thursdays, Dec. 9-16 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Bruce Bridges, former owner of the Know Bookstore, will facilitate lectures and presentations on African world history and culture.

SOUL LINE DANCING

Mondays, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Get fit, have fun and learn classic dance moves – without a partner! Soul line dancing is done to classic R&B music that will make you the life of any party.

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GIVE MY POOR HEART EASE: VOICES OF THE MISSISSIPPI BLUES

Thursday, Jan. 27 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Folklorist and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill professor, William Ferris, will discuss his book Give My Poor Heart Ease: Voices of the Mississippi Blues and the worldwide legacy of blues music.

OBAMA IN NC: THE PATH TO HISTORY

Tuesday, Feb. 15 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Noted filmmaker and journalist, Cash Michaels, will screen his award winning film Obama in NC: The Path to History. The film documents the historic election of Sen. Barack Obama to the presidency of the United States in the context of the civil rights movement juxtaposed with the racial history of North Carolina. Michaels, along with other local activists, will lead a Q&A session following the film.

CHISHOLM ‘72: UNBOUGHT & UNBOSSED (FILM SCREENING)

Tuesday, Feb. 22 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. This extraordinary film explores Shirley Chisholm’s historic run as the first black woman elected to Congress in 1968 and later as a presidential candidate in 1972. Shunned by the political establishment, she’s supported by a motley crew of blacks, feminists and young voters. The Q&A session following the film will be handled by NCCU’s Dr. Jarvis Hall.

at Hayti Heritage Center AFRICAN AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS AND THE FIGHT FOR JUSTICE: A COMMUNITY FORUM

Sunday, Feb. 27 3 p.m.-6 p.m.

Professor and former letter carrier, Phil Rubio, will join former and current postal workers, community groups and social activists in a community dialogue about Rubio’s book There’s Always Work at the Post Office: African American Postal Workers and the Fight for Jobs, Justice and Equality. This event will take place at the Hayti Heritage Center located at 804 Old Fayetteville Street.

Friends of the Durham Library Join the Friends of the Durham Library!

Spring Book Sale

Membership is open to anyone who supports the library. Friends of the Durham Library do not have to be Durham County residents.

Friends of the Durham Library

Membership Benefits: • Shop early at the book sales for the best selection. • Receive library publications in the mail, the Best of Friends newsletter and Season’s Readings, a booklet of staff reading and viewing recommendations. • Receive a 10% discount at several local bookstores; just show your membership card. • Support local library programs and services with your membership dues.

Find great bargains on gently-used books at the Friends Spring Book Sale April 8-10, 2011. Thousands of books are categorized for easy

Type of Membership: Memberships expire in one year (except Life Memberships)

o Family $25 o Adult $15 o Senior (over 65) $10

shopping: fiction, nonfiction books, audiobooks,

o Youth (18 and younger) $5 o Sustaining $50 o Life $300 o Patron $100 o Additional gift of

Name Address

Phone

Email City/State/Zip

Make checks payable and mail to: The Friends of the Durham Library, Inc. PO Box 3809, Durham, NC 27702 For more info about the Friends, go to: www.durhamcountylibrary.org/friends.php Questions? Call (919) 560-0190 or email Anastasia Bush at abush@durhamcountync.gov

CDs and DVDs. Prices start at 50 cents for Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State.

HOW TO DONATE BOOKS: The Friends of the Durham Library welcomes donations of books, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs, except for: encyclopedias, magazines, cassettes and condensed books. You may take your donation to any Durham County Library location during regular hours. Please bring large donations (more than one bag) to the Main Library garage on Tuesday morning between 9 and noon, when the Friends of the Durham Library are present and can help unload. For more info, visit: http://www.durhamcountylibrary.org/friends.php.

Volunteers needed! • Help promote the library at various library events. • Represent the library at community events and distribute library materials. • Shelve books and pull hold books.

Contact Elsa Woods at elsawoods@nc.rr.com. or go to www.durhamcountylibrary.org/volunteer.php

paperbacks and $1 for hardbacks. Shop early for the best selection of specially-priced books in gift-giving condition and support Durham County Library with your purchases. Schedule: Friday, Apr. 8, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Friends members only—join at the door! Saturday, Apr. 9, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Everyone welcome. Sunday, Apr. 10, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Bag Sale $7/bag. Location: Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St., Durham 27701 For info call 560-0100.

Books for Can’t make it to the

Sale

Spring Book Sale?

Check out year-round mini-booksales at: American Tobacco Compus,334 Blackwell St. East Regional Library, 211 Lick Creek Ln. Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. North Regional Library, 221 Milton Rd. South Regional Library, 4505 S Alston Ave. Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd. Stanford L. Warren Branch, 1201 Fayetteville St.

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Fo r e i g n L a n g u a g e Registration is required for ALL programs, except as noted. Call the numbers listed below to register. ESOL ESOL CLASSES/ CLASES DE INGLES

Thursdays, Dec. 2-9, Monday, Dec. 6 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Main Library ESOL (English learning for speakers of other languages) classes. MUST CALL TO REGISTER OR FOR INFORMATION 560-0157. Clases de Ingles para personas que hablan otro idioma. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA LLAME PARA INFORMACION 5600157.

ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES

Monday, Jan. 24, Thursday, Jan. 27 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Main Library English learning class registration for beginners and intermediate level. MUST REGISTER, 560-0157. Registracion de Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

ESOL CLASS (ENGLISH LEARNING)/ CLASE DE INGLES

Mondays, Feb. 7-28, Thursday, Feb. 10-24 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Main Library English learning class for beginners and intermediate level. MUST CALL TO REGISTER, 560-0157. Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

ESOL

Tuesdays, Dec. 7-Feb. 22 10 a.m.-11 a.m. North Regional Library English as a Second Language instruction. Register at the North Regional Information desk or call 560-0236.

ADVANCED ESOL

Thursdays, Dec. 2-Feb. 24 10 a.m.-12 noon South Regional Library English conversation for speakers of other languages.

BEGINNERS’ ESOL

Thursdays, Dec. 2-Feb. 24 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. South Regional Library People of other languages learn basic English skills. Join the class at any time.

BEGINNERS’ ESOL

Monday, Dec. 6 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. South Regional Library An English class for beginners.

ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES

Thursday, Feb. 3 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Southwest Regional Library English learning class registration for beginners and intermediate level. MUST CALL TO REGISTER 560-0157. Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

ESOL CLASS (ENGLISH LEARNING)/ CLASE DE INGLES

Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 10-24 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Southwest Regional Library English learning class for beginners and intermediate level. MUST CALL TO REGISTER 560-0157. Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA 560-0157.

Co nve r s a t i o n G r o u p s ENGLISH CONVERSATION REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION CLASE DE CONVERSACIO

Saturday, Feb. 5 10 a.m.-12 p.m. East Regional Library Registration for a conversation class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED call 560-0157. Registracion de Clase de Conversacion en Ingles.REGISTRACION REQUERIDA LLAMAR 560-0157.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASS/ CLAS DE CONVERSACION EN INGLES

Saturdays, Feb. 12-26 10 a.m.-12 p.m. East Regional Library English conversation class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED call 560-0157. Clases de Conversacion en Ingles. REGISTRACION REQUERIDA LLAMAR 560-0157.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION GROUP

Thursdays, Dec. 2, Dec. 16, Jan. 6, Jan. 20, Feb. 3, Feb. 17 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Southwest Regional Library Practice your English language conversation skills.

Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s COMPUTER CLASSES IN SPANISH/CLASES DE COMPUTACION EN ESPAÑOL

Thursdays, Dec. 2-9, Tuesday, Dec. 7 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Main Library Learn computer basics, including Internet, email and Microsoft Word. For information call (919) 560-0157). Aprenda computación básica, incluyendo Internet, correo electrónico y Microsoft Word. Para información llame al (919)560-0157).

Miscellaneous TERTULIA (SPANISH CONVERSATION)

Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, Jan. 8-Feb. 26 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Southwest Regional Library This group allows intermediate and advanced speakers to practice Spanish conversation.