Branching Out - Winter 2011-2012 by Durham County Library

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News & Events for Dec. 2011, Jan. and Feb. 2012

Branching Out

SEASON'S READINGS

2011

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In this issue

D u r h a m Co u n t y L i b r a r y L oc a t i o n s

Map and Holiday Closings............................. 2

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From the Director........................................... 3 Storytime Schedule ................................... 4-5 Locations and Hours...................................... 5 Main Library Programs...............................6-8 Bragtown Programs...................................... 9 East Regional Programs.......................... 10-11 McDougald Terrace Programs......................11 North Regional Programs........................12-13

Main Library East Regional North Regional South Regional Southwest Regional Stanford L. Warren Branch Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center McDougald Terrace Community Library

South Regional Programs....................... 14-15 Southwest Regional Programs............... 16-18 Stanford L. Warren Programs................. 19-20

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Bookmobile Schedule.................................. 20 Humanities Programs.................................. 21 Computer Classes......................................... 22 Friends of the Durham Library.................... 23 Foreign Language Programs Programas en EspaĂąol................................ 24 Durham Library Foundation Donation Form......................... 24

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

All Durham County Library locations will be closed: Winter Holiday Friday, December 23 through Monday, December 26 New Year Holiday Sunday, January 1, 2012 and Monday, January 2, 2012 Martin Luther king, Jr. Holiday Monday, January 16, 2012

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

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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

F r o m t h e D i r e c t o r : T a m my B a g g e t t I hope you end the year (2011) and begin the year (2012) thinking of how important the library is in your life. Our eight locations, as well as mobile and outreach services, continue to have a strong impact on the community and the quality of life that Durham County citizens have become accustomed to. The vision of Durham County Library is one of passion for literacy, appreciation of the humanities and a love for people of all ages. It’s apparent in all that we do – from launching ebooks to offering workforce development assistance – we take great pride in having a library system that you can be equally proud of. This fiscal year has been extremely successful with: • 3,053,854 items circulated • 163,209 library card holders

• 459,212 public computer sessions • program attendance of 127,075

• 1,649,148 library visits

These numbers reflect that we are more than a New Year’s resolution, but rather an enduring part of each life that we touch. Despite the high numbers, we strive to do more. We are often described as the best kept secret in town. I urge you to tell your friends about us, and bring them to a program. Encourage them to become active supporters by joining the Friends of the Durham Library or making a donation to Durham Library Foundation. Let them know the value of being a Durham County Library card holder. It provides you with a collection of 659,031 items to select from, free of charge, and access to our virtual branch 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s the card that keeps giving and provides a high return on your investment. Happy New Year from the staff at Durham County Library – we promise a great year ahead!

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Registration is now open for a new and exciting quarterly series. Join Director Tammy Baggett for lunch, and hear the latest DCL news, discuss what’s on the horizon and get answers to your questions about the library. Visit durhamcountylibrary.org/lunch.php and sign up for one of the dates below. Wednesday, January 11 South Regional Study Room 1 Wednesday, April 11 Southwest Regional Study Room 1 Wednesday, July 25 North Regional Study Room 1

D e l D i r e c t o r : T a m my B a g g e t t Espero que ustedes terminen este año (2011) y empiezen el siguiente (2012) pensando que tan importante es su biblioteca en sus vidas. Nuestras ocho localidades, como también los servicios ambulantes y de alcance, continuemos teniendo un impacto fuerte en la comunidad y en la calidad de vida que los ciudadanos del Condado de Durham han estado acostumbrados. La visión de la Biblioteca del Condado de Durham es una de pasión en alfabetización, apreciación en las humanidades y el amor por la gente de todas las edades. Es aparente en todo lo que hacemos - desde el lanzamiento de ebooks hasta el ofrecimiento de asistencia de desarrollo a la fuerza laboral - nos enorgullece tener un sistema de bibliotecas que ustedes estén igualmente orgullosos de ello. Este año fiscal ha sido extremadamente exitoso con: • 3,053,854 materiales circulados • 163,209 nuevos portadores de tarjetas

• 459,212 sesiones de computadoras al públic • 127,075 asistentes a programas

• 1,649,148 visitas a la biblioteca

Estos números reflejan que somos más que las resoluciones de un Nuevo Año, sino una parte duradera en cada vida que tocamos. A pesar de los grandes números, nosotros nos esforzamos por hacer más. La gente a menudo nos describe como el secreto mejor guardado en nuestro pueblo. Les pido que les digan a sus amistades acerca de nosotros. Anímenlos para que se hagan seguidores activos al añadirse a ser miembros de Friends of the Durham Library (Los Amigos de la biblioteca de Durham) o para hacer una donación a Durham Library Foundation (Fundación de la Biblioteca de Durham). Háganles saber el valor de ser un portador de una tarjeta de Durham County Library. La cual les provee con una colección de 659,031 materiales para seleccionar, incluyendo materiales en Español, que son gratuitos, y accesibles en nuestra sucursal virtual las 24 horas del día, 7 días a la semana. ¡Feliz Año Nuevo les desea el personal de Durham County Library – les prometemos un gran año venidero!

Lunch is from 12 noon to 1 p.m. There are only five spaces available for each lunch, so sign up early! (One lunch per person, per year, please.) You may also submit your questions and comments in advance online so that the director will be prepared with answers. Lunch is provided, so all you need to bring is your passion for the library. Bon Appétit!

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S t o r y t i m e @ Yo u r L i b r a r y For more info, call 560-0130 (Main Library) 560-0210 (Bragtown) 560-0214 (East Regional) 560-0240 (McDougald Terrace) 560-0234 (North Regional) 560-7409 (South Regional) 560-8592 (Southwest Regional) 560-0270 (Stanford L. Warren) or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org Main Library LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Mondays, Dec. 5, 12; Jan. 9, 23, 30; Feb. 6-27 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.

TODDLER STORYTIME (2 Year Olds) Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 14; Jan. 4 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, crafts and more for children two years of age. Registration is required.

FRIDAY AFTERNOON STORYTIME (Pre-School) Fridays, Dec. 2, 9, 16; Jan. 6 - Feb. 24 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. A weekly storytime session designed for children from preschool to elementary age. Includes stories, songs, music and more! Registration is required. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6, 13; Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 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. SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME (All Ages) Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10, 17; Jan. 7, 14, 21; Feb. 11 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. GROUPTIME STORYHOUR (All Ages) Thursdays, Dec. 8; Jan. 5, 19, 26; Feb. 2-23 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Come and enjoy stories, booktalks, music, crafts, movies, library card registration and more. Available to groups only: schools, daycares, homeschoolers and other community groups. Sessions scheduled upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 to schedule a library visit. LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC AND STORIES WITH ALEX WEISS (All Ages) Saturdays, Dec. 17; Jan. 28; Feb. 25 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy Latin American music and stories with Alex Weiss and Different Drums.

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To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

B r a g t ow n BOOGIE WOOGIE STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 1 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, movements and crafts. TWIST & SHOUT STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Mondays, Dec. 12; Jan. 9, 23; Feb. 6 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Shake it up, shake it out! Music, movement and stories to warm up your day.

BILINGUAL STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Mondays, Dec. 19; Jan. 30; Feb. 13 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music and crafts in English and Spanish with Annette Sosa. FRENCH STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Wednesday, Dec. 21; Jan 25; Feb. 22 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Bonjour! Join Ms. Portia Wilson-Whitaker in stories, song and dance.

East Regional WEEKEND STORYTIME (Baby, Pre-School, 6-12 Year Olds) Saturdays, Dec. 3; Jan 14 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Mom and Dad, are you saddened by the fact that you were unable to take your little one to storytime this week at the library? If you answered yes, this weekend storytime was designed with you in mind. Come out in your comfy clothes and let the children’s librarian turn your frown into a smile. BABY & TODDLER STORYTIME (Baby, 2 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 21 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us as we build delightful library experiences for your baby & toddler. We utilize age appropriate books, music and rhyming techniques to promote excitement about reading. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-School) Wednesdays, December 14-February 8 10:30 a.m.- 11 a.m. Pre-schoolers are welcome to come celebrate reading with great books, music, songs and crafts. Pre-registration is appreciated

Nor th Regional BABY & ME STORYTIME (Baby) Wednesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 7-15 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For 0-2 years.

BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For 0-2 years.

DROP IN STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 28 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled program chock full of fun books, songs and so much more! DROP IN STORYTIME SESSION #2 (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join for a repeat of our ever popular storytime. BEDTIME STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6-13 6:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Join us for stories and songs. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal! BEDTIME TALES (Pre-School) Thursdays, Jan. 12- Feb. 23 6:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Join us for stories and songs. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal! STORYTELLING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS! (Elementary School) Wednesday, Jan. 18 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Join us for stories and fun perfect for school age homeschoolers! Pre-registration is required for this program!

South Regional LAPSITTERS (Baby) Wednesdays, Jan. 4 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Erica for fingerplays, songs, rhymes and stories perfect for your baby (6-23 months). RHYMETIME (2 Year Olds) Mondays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Join Miss Lauren for songs, rhymes, fingerplays and lots of interactive fun for walkers through 3 years. RHYMETIME (2 Year Olds) Mondays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Lauren for songs, rhymes, fingerplays and lots of interactive fun for walkers through 3 years. STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for the whole family! FAMILY STORYTIME (Pre-School) Mondays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for the whole family! s

S t o r y t i m e @ Yo u r L i b r a r y S o u t hwe s t R e g i o n a l BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 1 (Baby) Monday, Dec. 5 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Margaret for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 25 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program. BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 2 (Baby) Monday, Dec. 5 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join Margaret for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 25 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program.

BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 1 (Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Join Amy for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 15 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program.

BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 2 (Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Amy for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 15 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program. BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 3 (Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join Amy for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. No tickets required for this session.

STORYTIME FOR 2’s (2 Year Olds) Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 23 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. This storytime is the perfect transition from low-key lapsit to the ruckus storytime. Stories, songs and rhymes with Miss Margaret. Ticket required. Tickets may be acquired at the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program.

TERRIFIC TALES STORYTIME! (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 21 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Amy for stories songs, and lots of interactive fun for little ones.

BILINGUAL FUN: SPANISH STORYTIME WITH MISS PATTY (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Every other Tuesday, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Hola Amigos, come join Miss Patty for stories and songs in Spanish and English.

SATURDAY STORYTIME WITH MISS AMY (Elementary School) Saturdays, Dec. 10; Jan. 7; Jan. 21; Feb. 4; Feb. 18 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Join Amy for stories, songs and crafts! Ages 2-6.

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PRE-SCHOOL PIZAZZ STORYTIME (Pre-School) Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Storytime for pre-school aged children, exploring all the pizazz that little people have to offer; with stories, crafts, and movement. STORYTIME WITH MS. TRISH (Pre-School) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Come enjoy a fun time with music, dancing, reading books and doing a craft.

Celebrate Black History Month with Bi-Okoto Cultural Institute! Dance and Music Performance Come out and enjoy an energetic presentation of authentic traditional West African dances, dance dramas and drumming.

Saturday, February 18 Main Library, 10:30 a.m.

West African Movement and Music Workshops

Saturday, February 18 Main Library, 12 noon North Regional, 3 p.m. Sunday, February 19 South Regional, 2:30 p.m. East Regional, 4:30 p.m. Monday, February 20 Bragtown, 10:30 a.m. McDougald Terrace, 2 p.m. Southwest Regional, 4:15 p.m. For more information, contact Karlene Fyffe at 560-0172 or kfyffe@durhamcountync.gov.

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

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

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

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

Branches

Stanford L. Warren Branch: 1201 Fayetteville St., 560-0270

Everyone will learn a song, dance, various greetings and some basic West African music rhythms that they will be able to perform.

Friday, February 17 Stanford Warren, 3 p.m.

Children’s Unit, 560-0130

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

BABY & BOOKS STORYTIME (Baby) Thursdays, Dec. 8 - Feb. 9 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Babies bring your Mom, Grandmom, Dad, Uncle, Sister & Best Friend for stories and play.

Main Library: 300 N. Roxboro St., 560-0100

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

Community Libraries

Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center: 3200 Dearborn Dr., 560-0210 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

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

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To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

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C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

For more info, call 560-0130 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org.

LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Mondays, Dec. 5, 12; Jan. 9, 23, 30; Feb. 6-27 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.

TAKE AND MAKE CRAFT (All Ages) Ongoing Enjoy a pre-cut at home. An information sheet is included, providing instructions and a list of titles to support the craft’s theme and encourage parents to create a storytime of their very own!

TODDLER STORYTIME (2 Year Olds) Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 14; Jan. 4 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, crafts and more for children two years of age. Registration is required.

SANTA’S MAILBOX (All Ages) Ongoing (December 1 – 17) Drop off a letter for Santa at the Main Library Children’s Unit desk by December 16th and receive one from Santa by mail in return. Be sure to clearly write your full name and address. Ho Ho Ho!

A HOMESCHOOLERS’ SPECIAL (All Ages) Ongoing Homeschoolers, We Want You! What can we offer you? We can provide meeting space, storytimes, book talks, library tours, information sessions, library card registration, Horizon Database training, library etiquette sessions and assistance with research projects. Services provided upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 for more information.

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6, 13; Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 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. SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME (All Ages) Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10, 17; Jan. 7, 14, 21; Feb. 11 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.

GROUPTIME STORYHOUR (All Ages) Thursdays, Dec. 8; Jan. 5, 19, 26; Feb. 2-23 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Come and enjoy stories, booktalks, music, crafts, movies, library card registration and more. Available to groups only: schools, daycares, homeschoolers and other community groups. Sessions scheduled upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 to schedule a library visit. LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC AND STORIES WITH ALEX WEISS (All Ages) Saturdays, Dec. 17; Jan. 28; Feb. 25 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy Latin American music and stories with Alex Weiss and Different Drums.

HORIZON AND INTERNET TRAINING (All Ages) Ongoing One-on-one sessions provided for individuals and groups of five or less. Learn how to use both the Internet and the library computer catalog effectively. Sessions provided upon request. Call Jessica Corbin at 560-0130 for more information. STORY SHARING KITS (All Ages) Ongoing Calling all daycare providers; have we got a resource for you! What is a Story Sharing Kit? It is a storytime in a bag! Each kit is theme-based and supports the daycare curriculum (over 75 themes). The kits provide information in a variety of mediums: books, videos, cds, puzzles, puppets, flannel board stories, activity guides and more. The kits can only be checked out and returned at the Main Library’s Children’s Unit, as they must be verified for completion prior to check out and upon return. Daycare provider status must be verified. For more information, please call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 or stop by for a Story Sharing Kit subject list. LIBRARY ETIQUETTE AND TOUR SESSION (All Ages) Ongoing This program is open to schools, daycares, homeschoolers and day-camps. A tour of the library and an introduction to the Children’s Collection is provided, followed by an information session explaining the expectations for children when visiting the library. Sessions are provided upon request. Please call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 for more information.

RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages)

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Thursday, Dec. 1 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See the ad for details.

DRAWING WITH TOM CZAPLINSKI (6-12 Year Olds) Thursdays, Dec. 1, 8, 15; Jan. 5 - Feb. 23 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. GROUPTIME MOVIE HOUR (All Ages) Tuesdays, Dec. 13; Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 A weekly movie series designed for preschoolers and elementary age. Available to groups only. Sessions provided upon request. Call Anna Cromwell at 560-0130 for more information. TUTORING WITH CASEY GABRIEL AND GWEN BURNEY (Elementary School) Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10, 17; Jan. 7 - Feb. 25 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tutoring provided by appointment only, call 560-0130, space is limited. Assistance with math, reading and research projects is available; appointments cannot be made online. (Open to K-Elementary/times may vary).

Rags to Riches Theatre presents

The Gingerbread Boy Fast, fast, fast, I am! You can’t catch me, I’m the gingerbread man! Strange, he looks more like a boy to me. Come along with us as we see Gerry the gingerbread boy head down the road in search of his fortune. Gerry meets an inchworm, who is fast in her own way. After a quick game, Gerry is back on the road, where he meets a busy little spelling bee, who is also fast in her own way. Busy is the best speller in her class. One spelling competition in the books, and Gerry heads out in search of his destiny. It is soon that he meets, Tammy the turtle and gets into a knock- down, racers race that leads him, well, we will see if it leads Gerry anywhere in the end. Registration required unless noted otherwise. Thursday, December 1, Main Library, 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 5, Bragtown, 10:30 a.m. / Bookmobile, 4 p.m. / South Regional, 7 p.m. (Registration is not required.) Tuesday, December 6, Stanford Warren, 10:30 a.m./ North Regional, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 7, East Regional, 10:30 a.m. / Southwest Regional, 4 p.m. Thursday, December 8, McDougald Terrace, 4 p.m. Sunday, December 18, Main Library, 3:30 p.m. For more information, contact Karlene Fyffe at 560-0172 or kfyffe@durhamcountync.gov.

Main Library

Sunday Story Sensations (For ages 3 - 7)

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 18, January 22, February 26, Main Library Auditorium December 18 will feature Rags to Riches Theatre and The Gingerbread Boy! Come out and enjoy this fastpaced exciting presentation of a beloved classic with a cool twist! We’ll also celebrate the 45th birthday of RIF (Reading Is Fundamental) with free books, prizes and refreshments!

Come enjoy stories, story corners, music and drama! Celebrate author birthdays! Enjoy a snack and enter for door prize drawings!

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

SUNDAY’S PRESCHOOL MOVIE AND CRAFT SESSION

HOLIDAY JAZZ MUSIC CONCERT @ YOUR LIBRARY

(Pre-School) Sundays, Dec. 4, 11; Jan. 8, 15, 29; Feb. 5, 12, 19 3 p.m. - 4 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. Registration is required.

(All Ages) Monday, Dec. 12 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and listen to some live jazz for the holiday. Get in the festive spirit while enjoying holiday refreshments. Keep an eye out for a white-bearded special guest.

A TASTE OF HISTORY WITH THE AMERICAN GIRLS

A HOLIDAY CELEBRATION AROUND THE WORLD

(Pre-School, Elementary School) Wednesday, Dec. 7 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Let take a trip through time as we celebrate with the American Girls. Join Addy for a craft, Samantha for a movie and make a treat with Molly. Come dressed as your favorite American Girl! Registration is required.

(Pre-School) Thursday, Dec. 15, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas and Navidad Special, complete with stories, a craft, music and games. All groups must pre-register.

HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS WORKSHOP (6-12 Year Olds) Saturday, Dec. 10 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Let’s get ready to decorate the tree. Sign-up today! All materials provided. Recommended for older children (6-12) as scissors, glue and glitter will be used. Registration is required.

A MORNING OF MUSIC WITH THE DURHAM YOUTH VIOLINISTS (All Ages) Saturday, Dec. 17 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Start your morning off with the sound of music. Durham students perform a variety of music, including several traditional folk songs and, of course, your Christmas favorites. Please join us for this free concert, as we promote Kids playing for Kids. Registration is required.

PRE-SCHOOLSUNDAY’S MOVIE AND CRAFT SESSIONS (Pre-School) Sundays, Dec. 4- Feb. 19 2:30-3:30 A weekly movie and craft session designed for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old. Each movie and craft is themebased. Registration is required. Dec. 4: DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Craft: A Coloring Project Dec. 11: DISNEY’S BAMBI Craft: Deer

Jan. 8: DISNEY’S POCAHONTAS Craft: Native American Headdress

Feb. 5: DISNEY’S PETER PAN Craft: Alligator

Jan. 15: DISNEY’S PINOCCHIO Craft: Whale

Feb. 12: DISNEY’S LADY AND THE TRAMP Craft: Dog

Jan. 29: DISNEY’S LITTLE MERMAID Craft: Mermaid

Feb. 19: DISNEY’S TARZAN Craft: Monkey

SUNDAY STORY SENSATIONS (3-7 Year Olds) Sundays, Dec. 19; Jan. 22; Feb. 27 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Enjoy stories, music and drama! Meet and greet local authors! Celebrate author birthdays! Enjoy a snack and enter for door prizes! A VISIT WITH SANTA! (Pre-School) Wednesday, Dec. 21 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. Bring your camera to get that special picture with Santa. All children must pre-register prior to the day of the event. Parent and child only. UNCOVER THE PAST/ CREATE YOUR OWN FOSSILS! (Pre-School, Elementary School) Saturday, Jan. 7 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Let’s visit the past as we use clay and molds to create fossils. A special showing of Dinosaur Train from the PBS series will follow the craft session. Registration is required.

SNOWFLAKE WORKSHOP (6-12 Year Olds) Wednesday, Jan. 11 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 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. THANK YOU, DR. KING! PUPPET SHOW (Pre-School, Elementary School) Thursday, Jan. 12 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Come and enjoy a puppet show of Thank You, Dr. King! by Robin Reid from the PBS series, Little Bill. A craft session from the story will follow the show. Registration is required.

FANCY NANCY TEA PARTY (Pre-School, Elementary School) Saturday, Jan. 21 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Please join us for a fun-filled tea party featuring one of your favorite storybook characters, Fancy Nancy. Enjoy stories, a game, a craft (tiaras) and snacks. Please come dressed in your Fancy Nancy attire. Registration is required.

THE WINNING OF KWELANGA / PUPPET SHOW (All Ages) Saturday, Feb. 4 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Come and enjoy a morning of marionette puppetry. In honor of Black History Month, the Triangle Home Nursery Association presents The Winning of Kwelanga, A Zulu Tale. It is a treat for children of all ages, including adults. A craft session will follow the puppet show. Registration is required.

All movies are rated G, except as noted.

Winter 2011-2012 Branching Out

Main Library

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

Children’s Programs Continued IF YOU BUILD IT, THEY WILL COME/ LEGO CONTEST! (Pre-School, Elementary School) Saturday, Feb. 4 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Calling all future architects! Come and join the fun as we use building blocks and legos to see who can build the tallest structure. Outwit your friends by using the collection to get ideas on how to make a sound structure. Registration is required.

VALENTINE’S DAY JEWELRY WORKSHOP (6-12 Year Olds) Wednesday, Feb. 8 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Come and experience the fun of jewelry-making; make a special Valentine’s Day gift for someone you love. Designed for children ages 6-12 years old. Registration is required.

CARNIVAL MASK MAKING (Elementary School) Saturday, Feb. 11 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Let’s celebrate Carnival (February 2012) with Brazilian maskmaking. This program is designed for older children, as scissors, glue and glitter will be used. All materials will be provided. Registration is required.

A VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL! (Pre-School) Tuesday, 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 gift for someone special. Registration is required. BI-OKOTO AFRICAN DANCE COMPANY (All Ages) Saturday, Feb. 18 Performance: 10:30 a.m. /Workshop: 12:00 p.m. Come and enjoy BI-OKOTO, an African dance company that preserves, promotes and shares the rich cultural heritage of Africa. Registration is required.

AARP TAX ASSISTANCE

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL

Mondays and Thursdays, Jan. 5 - Feb. 27 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. AARP Tax Assistance.

Monday, Jan. 30 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

ALL ABOUT OSCAR: OSCAR MICHEAUX FILM SERIES Thursdays, Feb. 2, 23 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Join us for this enlightening film series as we screen films from historic filmmaker and best-selling author Oscar Micheaux. Micheaux was known as a pioneering creator of ``race films’’ motion pictures for black audiences who were insulted by Hollywood’s racist depiction of Blacks as inferiors. Films will be followed by a short discussion. Refreshments will be provided.

Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s

See page 22 for class descriptions. INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD Thursday, Dec. 1 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE BANKING Monday, Dec. 5; Feb. 6 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Thursday, Dec. 8 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT Thursday, Dec. 15 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO KEYBOARDING Monday, Dec. 19 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

COMPUTER BASICS

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

For more info, call 560-0268 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. HOLIDAY JAZZ MUSIC CONCERT @ YOUR LIBRARY Monday, Dec. 12 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and listen to some live jazz for the holiday. Get in the festive spirit while enjoying holiday refreshments. All ages welcome. Possibly a white-bearded special guest will appear for children.

A MORNING OF MUSIC WITH THE DURHAM YOUTH VIOLINISTS Saturday, Dec. 17 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Durham students perform a variety of music including several traditional folk songs and of course your Christmas favorites. Please join us for this free contest as we promote Kids Playing for Kids. Registration required.

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

For all Foreign Language programs, see p. 28. ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES Monday and Thursday, Jan. 23, 16 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Spring semester registrations for English learning .The class is offered from February to May. Must register and take placement tests-for information call 560-0157. Registración del semestre de primavera para la clase de Ingles. Las clases son de febrero a mayo. Registracion y examenes requeridos para participar- para informacion llamar al 560-0157.

WOMEN’S BREAST WELLNESS PATIENT NAVIGATOR PROGRAM – BILINGUAL Saturday, Jan. 28 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Breast cancer support group and education program. For information, call 681-9852 or 560-0157. Grupo de apoyo y educación de Cancer de Mama. Para información llame al 6819852 o al 560-0157.

Intergenerational ALL ABOUT OSCAR: OSCAR MICHEAUX FILM SERIES Thursdays, Feb. 2, 23 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Join us for this enlightening film series as we screen films from historic filmmaker and best-selling author Oscar Micheaux. Micheaux was known as a pioneering creator of ``race films’’-motion pictures for black audiences who were insulted by Hollywood’s racist depiction of Blacks as inferiors. Films will be followed by a short discussion. Refreshments will be provided.

Monday, Jan. 9 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

INTERNET & WEB BASICS Thursdays, Jan. 19; Feb. 16 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 23; Feb. 20 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

ONLINE JOB SEARCHING Mondays, Dec. 12; Feb. 13 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 26; Feb. 23 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Library Anywhere Durham County Library Just Got Mobile Get the catalog app for iPhone • Android • Blackberry Funded by Durham Library Foundation

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 For more info, call 560-0210 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. Storytimes BOOGIE WOOGIE STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 1 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, movements and crafts. TWIST & SHOUT STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Mondays, Dec. 12; Jan. 9, 23; Feb. 6 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Shake it up, shake it out! Music, movement and stories to warm up your day.

BILINGUAL STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Mondays, Dec. 19; Jan. 30; Feb. 13 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, music and crafts in English and Spanish with Annette Sosa.

FRENCH STORYTIME (Pre-School, Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 21; Jan 25; Feb. 22 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Bonjour! Join Ms. Portia Wilson-Whitaker in stories, song and dance.

C h i l d r e n’ s P r o g r a m s

BOOST YOUR READING SKILLS!

BI-OKOTO: AFRICAN DANCE COMPANY

(Kindergarten, Elementary School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Need assistance with reading? Join Ms. Shirley to improve your reading skills. Registration is required.

(Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Monday, Feb. 20 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Join a member of the Bi-Okoto staff as they teach everyone a song, dance, various greetings and some basic West African music rhythms.

HOLIDAY CRAFT WITH MS. DENISE (Elementary School, Middle School, Adult) Thursday, Dec. 8 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Create your own edible craft. Registration is required.

HONOR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. (Pre-School, Elementary School, Middle School) Tuesday, Jan. 10 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Create a picture book highlighting accomplishments achieved by African Americans, Native Americans and other minorities. Display your work in the library.

Wednesday, Jan. 11 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Challenge your friends in a friendly board game, Nintendo game cube or Wii game.

ODDS ‘N’ ENDS ART WITH MISS. DENISE (Elementary School, Middle School, High School) Thursdays, Jan. 12; Feb. 9 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Get creative. Have fun with straws, sequins, beads, buttons and more to create a homemade masterpiece. Registration required.

PRESIDENT’S DAY QUIZ

(Kindergarten, Middle School, High School) Mondays - Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 29 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Assistance with homework for all school-age children.

FAMILY FUN FRIDAY

CELEBRATE NATIONAL BIRD FEEDING MONTH

(Elementary School, Middle School, High School) Every other Friday, Dec. 2 - Feb. 24 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 & popcorn or a good book. Please call for scheduled event. 919560-0210.

RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GINGERBREAD BOY (Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary School) Monday, Dec. 5 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See the ad on page 6 for details.

MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS (Pre-School, Elementary School, Middle School) New craft every Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 Show your creative side with a weekly craft activity that you can make in the library or take home to enjoy.

GAMING @ BRAGTOWN Wednesdays, Dec. 21; Jan. 18; Feb. 15 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Play your favorite Wii games at the library with your friends.

(Elementary School, Middle School, High School) Wednesdays, Feb. 1 - 15 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. How much do you know about the home of the president? Take the White House quiz. Challenge your friends and receive a prize.

HOMEWORK HELP

Teen Programs

(Baby, 2 Year Olds, Pre-School) Wednesday, Feb. 8 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Stories, music and a craft about birds.

FOLLOW THE STAR WITH MS. PATTI CAKE (Baby, 2 Year Olds, Pre-School) Wednesday, Feb. 15 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Join children’s entertainer and educator Patti Cake and her puppet friends, Percy Possum and Ollie Gator, for a celebration of Black History Month. We’ll begin our adventure in Africa and follow the stars to America. We’ll combine puppetry, storytelling and magic to explore great African American inventors George Washington Carver and Garrett Morgan and baseball legend Jackie Robinson.

PLC EARLY RELEASE GAME DAY

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR PRESENTS: DOROTHY N. CLARK Friday, Dec. 9 12 Noon - 1:30 p.m. Join Dorothy N. Clark as she presents a comedic look at the many items women carry in their pocketbook. Women have a peculiar attachment to their pocketbooks. After watching Clark deconstruct her own, you’ll understand why you should “never, ever put your hands on a woman’s pocketbook.” Light refreshments will be served. Registration required.

NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR Friday, Jan. 13 12 Noon - 1:30 p.m. Design and create a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry. Light lunch will be provided. Registration required.

NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR Friday, Feb. 10 12 Noon - 1:30 p.m. Celebrate Black History Month. Share photos, videos and memories with your neighbors. Light lunch will be provided. Registration required.

Intergenerational HOLIDAY MOVIE Thursday, Dec. 22 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Watch a holiday-themed movie and enjoy a snack.

Winter 2011-2012 Branching Out

East Regional

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

Storytimes

For more info, call 560-0214 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. WEEKEND STORYTIME (Baby, Pre-School, 6-12 Year Olds) Saturdays, Dec. 3; Jan 14 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Mom and Dad, are you saddened by the fact that you were unable to take your little one to storytime this week at the library? If you answered yes, this weekend storytime was designed with you in mind. Come out in your comfy clothes and let the children’s librarian turn your frown into a smile.

HOLIDAY BOOK SWAP PARTY (Kindergarten, Elementary School) Monday, Dec. 12 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Need something new to read during the holidays? Bring your gently used books to swap for different, “new to you” books. Refreshments will be served. Registration required.

HOLIDAY CRAFTS (3-7 Year Olds, 6-12 Year Olds) Thursday, Dec. 15 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. It’s time to make that special ornament for your tree or to give as a gift. Pre-registration is required.

BABY & TODDLER STORYTIME (Baby, 2 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 21 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us as we build delightful library experiences for your baby & toddler. We utilize age-appropriate books, music and rhyming techniques to promote excitement about reading.

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD (6-12 Year Olds) Saturday, Dec. 17 11 a.m. - 12 noon Do you always wonder how other countries celebrate Christmas? Wonder no more. Join Miss Tiffany as she helps you explore how other countries celebrate and along with a craft. Registration is required!

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME (Pre-School)

UNIQUE HOLIDAY TREATS (Pre-School, 6-12 Year Olds)

Wednesdays, December 14-February 8 10:30 a.m.- 11 a.m. Pre-schoolers are welcome to come celebrate reading with great books, music, songs and crafts. Pre-registration is appreciated

C h i l d r e n’ s P r o g r a m s

For more info, call 560-0214 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GINGERBREAD BOY (Pre-School, Kindergarten, All Ages) Wednesday, Dec. 7 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See the ad on page 6 for details.

LISTEN AND MOVE (Pre-School, 2 Year Olds) Thursdays, Dec. 8; Jan. 19; Feb. 9 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Shake it up, shake it out! Music and movement to warm up your day. Registration required.

HOLIDAY MOVIE FRENZY (Elementary School, Pre-School) Saturdays, Dec. 10, 17 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Come out and watch a movie with your family and friends to get you in the holiday spirit.

SNOWFLAKE CRAFT (Elementary School) Sunday, Dec. 11 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Have fun making and decorating your own paper snowflake. Registration required.

Winter 2011-2012 Branching Out

Monday, Dec. 19 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Join Miss Tanika and her mother as they show you how to make deliciously unique holiday treats. Pre-registration required.

LIBRARY LAPTOP LABORATORY (Kindergarten, 6-12 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24; Feb. 14, 21 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Wondering what we can mix up to make your child a little more tech savvy? Bring your children on over and we will make them technofried, ooops, I mean technofied!! Pre-registration is required.

SWEETHEART TREATS (Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6-12 Year Olds) Monday, Feb. 13 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Join us as Miss Tanika and her mother show you how to create heart-iful treats from heart pieces to make heart-iful hearts for your sweetheart. Registration required.

PUPPETS IN MOTION (Baby, Pre-School, Kindergarten) Wednesday, Feb. 15 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Join us for an amazing puppet show. Registration required.

BI-OKOTO: WEST AFRICAN MOVEMENT AND MUSIC WORKSHOP (Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6-12 Year Olds) Sunday, Feb. 19 4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Everyone will learn a song, dance, various greetings and some basic West African music rhythms that they will be able to perform. Pre-registration is appreciated!

Teen Programs

For more info, call 560-0213 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. TEEN CREATIVE WRITING GROUP Every other Thursday, Dec. 1 - Feb. 23 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Write your own stories and poems, or join in on works already in progress. Informal meeting of creative minds!

KINECT ADVENTURES! Wednesdays, Dec. 7; Jan. 4; Feb. 1 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join us to play our new Kinect Xbox 360 Adventures Game.

EAST GEEKSTERS TEEN BOOK CLUB Every other Thursday, Dec. 8 - Feb. 16 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Join us for lively discussion of teen titles!

WII MARIOKART Wednesdays, Dec. 14; Jan. 11; Feb. 8 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Race against time and your friends at East Regional Library.

CAKE DECORATING WITH MISS LASHAUNDA & THE TEEN CREATIVE WRITING GROUP Thursday, Dec. 15 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Join teens and Miss LaShaunda and learn to design delectable desserts for the holidays!

KINECT XBOX 360 JOY RIDE CHALLENGE Wednesdays, Dec. 21; Feb. 29 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Play our new Kinect Joy Ride game!

MOVIE FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Wednesday, Dec. 28 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Ring in 2012 with a movie and popcorn at the library.

WII JUST DANCE 2 Wednesdays, Jan. 18; Feb. 15 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Best dancing moves win!

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON FLICKS Wednesday, Jan. 25 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Take a break and watch a movie with popcorn at East.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH FILM Wednesday, Feb. 22 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Come watch a movie to honor Black History Month. Refreshments provided.

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

For more info, call 560-0213 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. OVER 50 CROWD Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 10 a.m. - 12 noon Great discussions, great food and great fun! Enjoy your Tuesday mornings with the entertaining Over 50 Crowd!

C h i l d r e n’ s P r o g r a m s

INTERNET BASICS Tuesdays, Jan. 24; Feb. 21 10 a.m. - 12 noon

MICROSOFT EXCEL INTERMEDIATE Wednesdays, Jan. 25; Feb. 22 10 a.m. - 12 noon

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL

DURHAM COUNTY COUPON SWAP

Thursdays, Jan. 26; Feb. 23 10 a.m. - 12 noon

Saturdays, Dec. 10; Jan. 21; Feb. 18 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Bring your coupons already cut out in an envelope. You don’t need to sort them by product type unless you really want to.

Thursdays, Jan. 26; Feb. 23 12 noon - 1: 30 p.m.

40 & OVER DURHAM COUNTY LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

RESUME AND JOB SEARCH HELP

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

Tuesdays, Dec. 13; Jan. 10; Feb. 14 Mature, interesting, and inviting book discussion of selected titles.

For all Foreign Language programs, see p. 24.

DURHAM VOICES (CREATIVE WRITING GROUP)

ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES

First and Third Tuesdays, Jan. 4 - Feb. 21 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. If you’re a writer looking to share and receive valuable feedback on your projects, please come join us. A serious interest in writing is necessary, but previous experience is not.

VEGETARIAN BOOT CAMP Monday, Feb. 6 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Registration required.

COUPONING 101 Monday, Feb. 13 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Learn the best techniques to get the most out of your money. Balance out your personal budget by using coupons.

BECOMING A FOSTER PARENT Monday Feb. 20, 6:30-8:00 pm Durham County Department of Social Services is recruiting to provide foster care for children while they are in the custody of the agency.

Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s

See page 22 for class descriptions. COMPUTER BASIC Tuesdays, Jan. 17; Feb. 14 10 a.m. - 12 noon

MICROSOFT EXCEL BASIC Wednesdays, Jan. 18; Feb. 15 10 a.m. - 12 noon

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT BASICS Thursdays, Jan. 19; Feb. 16 10 a.m. - 12 noon

McDougald Terrace

Saturday, Feb. 4 10 a.m. - 12 noon Spring semester registration for the English conversation class. The class is offered from February to May. Must register and take placement tests-for information call 5600157. Registración de semestre de primavera para clase de conversación en Ingles. La clase se ofrece de febrero a mayo. Registracion y examenes requeridos para participar- para informacion llamar al 560-0157.

Intergenerational COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF NC INFORMATION SESSION Mondays, Dec. 5; Jan. 9 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Discussion on financial aid for college and career choices. Registration required.

Latin American Storytime Enjoy Latin American stories and music with Alex Weiss and friends. December 17; January 28; February 25 10:30 a.m. Children’s Programming Room at the Main Library To register, call 560-0130. For more infomation, contact Karlene Fyffe at 560-0172

Registration is not required. For more info, call 560-0240 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. HOMEWORK HELP Mondays - Thursdays, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Get some help with your homework while enjoying an afternoon snack.

ELEMENTARY STORY HOUR (Elementary School) Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 23, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Join us for stories and crafts every Thursday afternoon! S.M.A.R.T. COLLECTIVE (Middle School) Fridays, Dec. 2 - 16; Jan 6 - Feb. 24, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. This group provides academic support through fun activities in science, math and research technology. For more information, check out the website: smart-concepts.org RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GINGERBREAD BOY (Pre-School, Kindergarten, All Ages) Wednesday, Dec. 8, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. See the ad on page 6 for details.

ZUMBA WORKSHOP FOR KIDS (Elementary School) Thursday, Feb. 16, 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Do you want to learn some new dance moves? Come join us and try to keep up! BI-OKOTO: WEST AFRICAN MOVEMENT & MUSIC WORKSHOP Monday, Feb. 20, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. See the ad on page 4 for details.

Teen Programs HOMEWORK HELP Mondays - Thursdays, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Get some help with your homework while enjoying an afternoon snack.

TEEN BOOK CLUB Wednesdays, Dec. 14; Jan. 11; Feb. 8, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Come hang out to talk about books and share your opinions!

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s FINANCIAL LITERACY WORKSHOP Monday, Jan. 23, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Do you like to make money, but want to learn how to save it? Do you have questions about credit and setting up a bank account? Join us as a representative from Mechanics and Farmers Bank answers all your questions.

ZUMBA WORKSHOP Thursday, Feb. 16, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Do you want to get fit while having fun? Join us for a Zumba class and learn some new dance moves!

Winter 2011-2012 Branching Out

Nor th Regional

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

Storytimes

For more info, call 560-0232 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. BABY & ME STORYTIME (Baby) Wednesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 7-15 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For 0-2 years. BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME (Baby) Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For 0-2 years.

MAD SCIENTIST CLUB (Elementary School) Mondays, Dec. 5; Feb. 20 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Join us as we explore the mad world of science! This month we explore the science of color! Pre-registration is required! RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages) Tuesday, Dec. 6 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. See the ad on page 6 for details.

LUCKY HORSESHOE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CRAFT!

DROP IN STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 28 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled program chock full of fun books, songs and so much more!

(Pre-School) Thursday, Dec. 8 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Ring in the New Year with a little good luck as you and your little one make a wall hanging with a REAL horseshoe! Pre-registration is required!

DROP IN STORYTIME SESSION #2 (Pre-School)

PRE-SCHOOL CANDY HOUSE CHALLENGE! (Pre-School)

Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join for a repeat of our ever popular storytime.

BEDTIME STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6-13 6:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Join us for stories and songs. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal! BEDTIME TALES (Pre-School) Thursdays, Jan. 12- Feb. 23 6:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Join us for stories and songs. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal! STORYTELLING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS! (Elementary School) Wednesday, Jan. 18 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Join us for stories and fun perfect for school age homeschoolers! Pre-registration is required for this program!

C h i l d r e n’ s P r o g r a m s

For more info, call 560-0232 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. MAKE AND TAKE WITH MARY (Pre-School) Mondays, Dec. 5, 19; Jan. 30; Feb. 13, 27 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled, craft time perfect for preschoolers! Groups larger then ten (10) please pre-register.

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Thursday, Dec. 15 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join us as we get out the frosting, candy, graham crackers and yes MORE frosting so that you and your little one can build a candy house! Pre-Registration is required and space is limited so register early!

SCHOOL-AGE CANDY HOUSE CHALLENGE (Elementary School, Kindergarten, Middle School) Thursday, Dec. 15 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Make your own candy house out of graham crackers, frosting and lots of candy! Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

PRE-SCHOOL SCIENCE EXPLORERS (Pre-School) Monday, Jan. 9 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Join for a science program designed for our littlest scientists and their parent/caregiver! Heavy on experience and light on science but full of fun, fun, fun! Pre-registration is required for this event! MAD SCIENTIST CLUB (Elementary School) Wednesday, Jan. 11 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Join us for Mad Scientists Club! Sometimes messy, sometimes loud but always MAD, MAD, FUN! This month we celebrate Amelia Earhart day with a look at the science of flight! Preregistration is required for this event!

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE (All Ages) Saturday, Jan. 21 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Come see the film adaptation of best-selling children’s book Because of Winn-Dixie (rated PG) and enjoy some popcorn!

CHINESE NEW YEAR PARTY (Elementary School, Middle School) Monday, Jan. 23 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Learn about Chinese New Year, makes some crafts and eat some delicious Chinese New Year food!

AIR ROCKETS (Elementary School, Middle School) Wednesday, Jan. 25 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Learn the science of rockets and how to make a rocket that really flies out of recycled materials! Pre-registration is required. MO WILLEMS HOT DOG PARTY! (Pre-School) Wednesday, Feb. 8 12 noon - 12:45 p.m. To celebrate the birthday of children’s book author Mo Willems, we will have a special Mo Willems storytime and a hot dog party! HOMESCHOOLER SCIENCE! (Elementary School) Wednesday, Feb. 15 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Join us for a fun program that looks at the science of the human body. Fake blood, snot, boogers and more! Perfect for kids 8 and up. Pre-registration required! BI-OKOTO: WEST AFRICAN MOVEMENT AND MUSIC WORKSHOP (Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6-12 Year Olds) Saturday, Feb. 18 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Join a member of the Bi-Okoto staff as they teach everyone a song, dance, various greetings and some basic West African music rhythms.

PRE-SCHOOL SCIENCE EXPLORERS (Pre-School) Saturday, Feb. 25 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Join us for a Science Program designed for your preschool age child! Pre-registration is required.

Teen Programs

For more info, call 560-0236 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. Please note: Program ending times are approximate and may be affected by attendance. TEEN TIME Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays; Dec. 1 - Feb. 28 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Games and other activities for teens. Check for special programs.

WII WEDNESDAY Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Challenge your friends in a variety of Wii games.

Nor th Regional Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s

CHAPTER CHAT TEEN BOOK CLUB

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays, Dec. 6; Jan. 3; Feb. 7 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Come join us for our teen book club! Check to see what we’re reading each month and pick up your copy at the Info Desk.

Mondays, Dec. 12; Jan. 9; Feb. 13 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Do you enjoy a good mystery? Join the Mystery Book Club. We’ll be reading the following: December: Christmas is Murder by C. S. Challinor; January: Southern Fried Chicken by Cathy Pickens; February: Open and Shut by David Rosenfelt.

See page 22 for descriptions.

EBOOK AND AUDIOBOOK HELP

Monday, Dec. 5 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 31; Feb. 29 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

GREEN TEENS HOLIDAY GIFTS Friday, Dec. 2 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Make eco-friendly gifts for your friends and family this holiday season. Registration is required.

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

For more info, call 560-0237 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. KNITTING CLUB Thursdays, Dec. 1 – Feb. 23 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles (10 inches long) and a skein of light-colored, worsted weight yarn.

MAHJONG Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Calling all mahjong players! Come and test your skills in this game of strategy and luck.

TUESDAY AFTERNOON BRIDGE GROUP Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Come and test your bridge skills with other experienced players.

SCRAPBOOKING Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Trying to figure out what to do with your photos? Come and learn about organization, safe storage, photos as gifts, home display, digital book making and traditional scrapbooking from presenter Cheryl Takacs. Bring photos and scrapbooking supplies.

STREETWISE SELF DEFENSE Wednesday, Dec. 7 11:15 p.m. – 12 p.m. Join us as Lewis’ Martial Art’s America presents a free self defense class for adults. What do you do with your child during this class? No worries! We will have a storytelling event at the same time that we are sure will be a hit with your little one! Registration required.

LEARN MANDARIN CHINESE WITH SALLY Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 14; Jan. 4, 11; Feb. 1, 8. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Learn basic Mandarin Chinese in a casual, conversational beginner class led by Sally Gouw. Sally holds an MA in Linguistics and is fluent in Mandarin. Registration required.

Thursdays, Dec. 15; Jan 19; Feb. 16 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Do you need some help with a Nook, Kindle, iPad or Droid? Come to this meeting to get user support and tips for using the new gadgets and digital book software.

NORTH BOOK CLUB Tuesdays, Dec. 27; Jan. 24; Feb. 28 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us for fun and lively book discussions. We’ll be reading the following: December - A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens; January - Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson; February - State of Wonder by Ann Patchett.

LIFEBUSINESS CLASS Saturday, Jan. 14 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. LifeBusiness is a set of principles, an eight step process and a tool kit to help you take stock of your life and realize your dreams. As a result of engaging in LifeBusiness work you will develop a heartfelt life plan that is fully integrated and financially aligned with the “currencies” of your lifetime, money and personal energy. Registration required.

VOLUNTARY SIMPLICITY DISCUSSION COURSE Mondays, Jan. 23 - Mar. 5 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Are you overwhelmed by stuff? Do you never seem to have enough time? This seven week discussion course looks at the distractions of modern life and explores the idea of voluntary simplicity. Registration required.

PERSONAL GROWTH WORKSHOP: SELF-ESTEEM AND SELF-EFFICACY Saturday, Jan. 28 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Reach a better understanding of what self-esteem is and what it is not. Learn the concept of auto-efficacy and the important role that this concept plays in self-esteem. Experience the exercise elements of yoga, meditation and origami.

WHY VEGETARIAN? (AND HOW TO GET THERE) Sunday, Feb. 5 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Interested in going vegetarian? Learn about the benefits and what practical steps you can take.

COMPUTER BASICS Mondays, Dec. 5; Feb. 6 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT WORD Tuesdays, Dec. 6; Jan. 3 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Mondays, Dec. 12; Jan 9 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL Tuesdays, Dec. 13; Jan. 10 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

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

For all Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. ESOL Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. English as a second language instruction. Register at the North Regional Information desk or by calling 560-0236.

TALLER DE CRECIMIENTO PERSONAL Sábado, dic. 10 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Una serie de tres talleres que se enfocan en el verdadero potencial de cada uno de los seres humanos, Auto-Estima y Auto-Eficacia y Cómo Manejar Las Emociones Humanas.

Intergenerational

For more info, call 560-0237 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. CHESS CLUB Saturdays, Dec. 3 - Feb. 25 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Come learn and test your skills against other players. All ages and skill levels welcome. The North Durham Library Chess Club is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE Mondays, Feb. 6 - Apr.9 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Volunteers from the Retired and Senior Volunteer program provide free assistance in filing federal and state income tax forms.

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South Regional

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

Storytimes

For more info, call 560-7409 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org.

LAPSITTERS (Baby) Wednesdays, Jan. 4 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Erica for fingerplays, songs, rhymes and stories perfect for your baby (6-23 months). RHYMETIME (2 Year Olds) Mondays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Join Miss Lauren for songs, rhymes, fingerplays and lots of interactive fun for walkers through 3 years. RHYMETIME (2 Year Olds) Mondays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Lauren for songs, rhymes, fingerplays and lots of interactive fun for walkers through 3 years.

STORYTIME (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for the whole family!

FAMILY STORYTIME (Pre-School) Mondays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Join Miss Kathleen for books, songs, activities and crafts perfect for the whole family!

C h i l d r e n’ s P r o g r a m s

For more info, call 560-7409 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages) Monday, Dec. 5 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. See the ad on page 6 for details.

Top Ten Titles

Check out what other Durhamites are checking out. This list is updated weekly.

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2ND & 3RD GRADE BOOK CLUB (Elementary School)

HOMEWORK HELP TUTORING @ SOUTH REGIONAL

Wednesdays, Dec. 7; Jan. 4; Feb. 1 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Join us for our 2nd & 3rd grade book club. Each month we will read a different book, discuss what we read and make a craft. Sign up online and pick up a copy of the book at the Information desk today!

Mondays, Dec. 5, 12; Feb. 6 - 27 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. For students in grades 6-12: From science to math, social studies to language arts, find free tutoring help every Monday afternoon. For more information, please call Jennifer the Teen Services Librarian at 919-560-7410.

4TH & 5TH GRADE BOOK CLUB (Elementary School) Thursdays, Dec. 8; Jan. 12; Feb. 9 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.

HOLIDAY COOKIE SING-A-LONG (All Ages) Saturday, Dec. 10 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. You’re invited to our very special Holiday Cookie Sing-A-Long! This party is going to 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. 17 11 a.m. - 12 noon 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 do is bring is your creativity! Registration is required to attend! K-1 BOOK CLUB (Kindergarten, Elementary School) Wednesdays, Dec. 21; Jan. 18; Feb. 15 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Join Miss Erica for a very special book club. Each month will feature a different book and craft! Pick up your copy of each month’s book club book at the Information Desk. Registration is required! SUPER SATURDAY (All Ages) Saturdays, Jan 21; Feb. 18 11 a.m. - 12 noon Join Miss Erica and Miss Kathleen for themed stories, games and a craft. BI-OKOTO: WEST AFRICAN MOVEMENT AND MUSIC WORKSHOP (Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6-12 Year Olds) Sunday, Feb. 19 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Everyone will learn a song, dance, various greetings and some basic West African music rhythms that they will be able to perform. Registration required.

Teen Programs

For more info, call 560-7409 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. TEEN TUESDAY: GET CRAFTY FOR THE HOLIDAYS Thursday, Dec. 1 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Make your own nifty and unique cards, wrapping paper and gift tags for the upcoming holiday season.

TEEN THURSDAY: STUDY BREAK Thursday, Dec. 8 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Take a break from studying and writing papers. Hang out, play board games and snack away. Refreshments provided.

9TH-12TH GRADE BOOK CLUB Mondays, Dec. 12, Jan. 9; Feb. 13 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Join us for our 9th-12th Grade Book Club. Each month we will read and discuss a different book. Sign up online to join us, and pick up a copy of the book at the information desk.

TEEN THURSDAY: A FESTIVAL OF COOKIE DECORATING Thursday, Dec. 15 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Teens join us for a festive jamboree of cookie decorating!

6TH-8TH GRADE BOOK CLUB Saturdays, Dec. 17; Jan. 28; Feb. 25 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Join us for our 6th-8th grade book club. Each month we will read and discuss a different book. Sign up online to join us, and pick up a copy of the book at the information desk.

TAG: TEEN ADVISORY GROUP MEETING Saturday, Dec. 17 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Meeting of South Regional’s TAG. If you’re interested in having a say and helping out, become a TAG member. TAG applications are available at the front desk.

GAME DAY Wednesdays, Jan. 11; Feb. 15 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wii, Mario Kart Wii, Dance, Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, Madden and even old-school board games. Refreshments.

TEEN THURSDAY: CANDY SUSHI! Thursday, Jan. 12 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Want to try sushi without the fishy complications? Come make candy sushi with crispy rice bars and assorted sweet toppings!

TEEN THURSDAY: SOCK PUPPET-PALOOOOOZZZZZAAAA! Thursday, Jan. 19 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Keep it simple or make it crazy, but make the sock puppet of your dreams. All materials provided.

South Regional TEEN THURSDAY: GAMES GALORE

BOLLYWOOD MOVIES @ SOUTH REGIONAL

WHY VEGETARIAN? (AND HOW TO GET THERE)

Thursday, Jan. 26 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Hang out, play games, enjoy the snacks. From Mario Kart Wii to Connect Four, fun is waiting for you!

Sunday, Dec. 4 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Learn about Indian culture through cheerful, musical Bollywood movies. All movies will be in Hindi with subtitles. Refreshments served.

Sunday, Jan. 22 3 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Want to go vegetarian for your health, the environment, ethics or just to eat tasty food? Come learn about the benefits and leave with practical steps for getting there.

FIRST TAG MEETING OF THE NEW YEAR

CROCHET @ YOUR LIBRARY

Saturday, Jan. 28 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Meeting of South Regional’s Teen Advisory Group. If you’re interested in having a say and helping out, become a TAG member. TAG applications are available at the front desk.

Sunday, Dec. 11 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Do you enjoy crocheting or would 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.

TEEN THURSDAY: BOOK-TO-MOVIE MATINEE Thursday, Feb. 2 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Come see your favorite books on film. This month come watch Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1! Popcorn provided.

TEEN THURSDAY: MAKE YOUR OWN ADINKRA CLOTH Thursday, Feb. 9 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Come celebrate Black History Month by learning a traditional West Africa textile art: Adinkra cloth making. Supplies provided.

TEEN THURSDAY: HAPPY UNVALENTINE’S DAY PARTY Thursday, Feb. 16 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Valentine’s Day not your thing? Hearts and cupids make you itch? Come celebrate with slingshots, candy hearts, and unValentine’s Day cupcake decorating Party. Best aim and most unromantic cupcake win prizes!

TEEN THURSDAY: MOVIE TRIVIA MADNESS! Thursday, Feb. 23 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Think you know movies? It’s almost Oscar time, so come play movie trivia and win fabulous prizes!

TAG: TEEN ADVISORY GROUP MEETING Saturday, Feb. 25 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Meeting of South Regional’s Teen Advisory Group. If you’re interested in having a say and helping out, become a TAG member. TAG applications are available at the front desk.

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

For more info, call 560-7409 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. SOUTH REGIONAL ADULT BOOK CLUB Saturdays, Dec. 3; Jan. 14, Feb. 11 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Enjoy reading and discussing fiction titles? Join us for conversation and coffee at South Regional.

YOGA Mondays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Improve physical health. Learn to breathe deeply, increase 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 required.

ANIME ROAD TEST Tuesdays, Jan. 10 - 31 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Want to find new anime but unwilling to make the investment in a series you might not like? Come join us in road testing two episodes of various series. These anime are rated TV14 and above, so adults only will be admitted. Light refreshments served.

CHOICES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING Tuesdays, Jan. 10 – Mar. 6 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Come explore how your lifestyle choices affect the world and learn how you can take steps toward a more sustainable life. Please join us for a nine-week discussion course using materials from the Northwest Earth Institute. Co-sponsored by South Durham Green Neighbors. Registration required.

LUNCH WITH THE DIRECTOR Wednesday, Jan. 11 12 noon - 1 p.m. Join Director Tammy Baggett and library staff members for a meal and hear the latest DCL news, discuss what’s on the horizon and get answers to your questions about the library. All you need to bring to lunch is yourself and a passion for the library. We’ll provide the rest. Registration required.

NONFICTION BOOK CLUB Tuesdays, Jan. 17; Feb. 21 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.

ADULT VALENTINE CRAFT Tuesday, Feb. 7 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Come join us in making a cute and unique valentine for your loved one! All supplies will be provided. This program is available only to patrons 18 and over. Registration required.

DURHAM GARDENING 101 - GETTING READY TO GROW IN 2012 Sunday, Feb. 19 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. This is great course for backyard gardening beginners -- we’ll cover soils, mulches, how to read plant labels, shade vs. sun plants as well as some pointers on where to start for the best gardening results! Come with your questions & ideas! The series is presented by the Master Gardeners of Durham County. Speakers: Gene Carlone and Lise Jenkins

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

For all Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE ESOL Class may start end of january, must register and take placement tests -for information and availability call 5600157. Clase tal vez empieze a fin de enero, registracion y examenes requeridos para participar- para informacion y cupo llamar al 560-0157.

ADVANCED ESOL Thursdays, Dec. 1 - 15, Jan. 12 - Feb. 23 10 a.m. - 12 noon English Conversation for speakers of other languages. Class starts anytime for class availability call 560-0157 or 560-7410. Clase de Ingles empieza en cualquier fecha – Llame al 560-0157 para saber si hay cupo.

SPANISH/ENGLISH CONVERSATION Saturdays, Dec. 3 -18; Jan. 7 - Feb. 25 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Speak Spanish? Come practice your English! Speak English? Come practice your Spanish! Native speakers of both languages come and learn from each other. For more info, call 560-8594.

TALLER DE CRECIMIENTO PERSONAL Lunes, Dic 5, 12, 19 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Una serie de tres talleres que se enfocan en el verdadero potencial de cada uno de los seres humanos, Auto-Estima y Auto-Eficacia y Cómo Manejar Las Emociones Humanas.

YOGA DAY 2012 Saturday, Jan. 21 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Celebrate Yoga Day USA with a yoga session. Registration required.

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S o u t hwe s t R e g i o n a l Storytimes

Registration or tickets required as noted. Tickets available the day of the program, given out on a first-come, first-served basis at the Children’s Information Desk. For more info, call 560- 8592 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 1 (Baby) Monday, Dec. 5 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Margaret for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 25 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program.

BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 2 (Baby) Monday, Dec. 5 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join Margaret for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 25 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program. BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 1 (Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Join Amy for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 15 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program. BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 2 (Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Amy for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. Ticket required. There will be 15 tickets for each Lapsit program that will be given out on a first come, first served basis from the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program.

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

TERRIFIC TALES STORYTIME! (Pre-School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 21 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join Miss Amy for stories songs, and lots of interactive fun for little ones.

CRAFT MONDAY (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Join Miss Patty for an exciting new craft every Monday. Supplies provided. Ages 2-6. Registration required.

BILINGUAL FUN: SPANISH STORYTIME WITH MISS PATTY (Pre-School, Kindergarten)

PRE-K SCIENCE EXPLORERS (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Tuesday, Dec. 6 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Join us as we guide you and your child through the wonders of science. Ages 3-5. Registration Required.

Every other Tuesday, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Hola Amigos, come join Miss Patty for stories and songs in Spanish and English.

SATURDAY STORYTIME WITH MISS AMY (Elementary School) Saturdays, Dec. 10; Jan. 7; Jan. 21; Feb. 4; Feb. 18 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Join Amy for stories, songs and crafts! Ages 2-6.

C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s

For more info, call 560- 8592 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. STORY WRITING FOR KIDS (Elementary School) Thursdays, Dec. 1; Jan. 12; Feb 2 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Create your own characters and have fun writing a story! Ages 8-11. Please sign up for all three programs. AYUDA CON LA TAREA! (Elementary School) Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 23 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Ayuda con la tarea después de la Escuela para ninos hispanos de primero a cuarto grado con Emilia Suárez. Para mas information llame a Patty Melendez 919.560.8592 BEYBLADE CLUB (Elementary School) Every other Friday, Dec. 2 - Feb. 24 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Come and test your skills against other beybladers. We will provide 2 stadiums, bring your beyblades and feel free to bring your stadium for more play space. Ages 7-12.

BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME - SESSION 3 (Baby) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join Amy for stories, songs & rhymes for you and your baby. Ages 0-23 months. No tickets required for this session.

SÁBADO DE TUTORIA (Elementary School) Saturdays, Dec. 3 - Feb. 25 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ayuda con lectura, escritura y matemáticas para ninos hispanos de primero a cuarto grado. Con la tutora Emilia Suárez.

STORYTIME FOR 2’s (2 Year Olds)

MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB (Elementary School)

Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 23 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. This storytime is the perfect transition from low-key lapsit to the ruckus storytime. Stories, songs and rhymes with Miss Margaret. Ticket required. Tickets may be acquired at the Children’s Information Desk the day of the program.

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Saturdays, Dec. 3; Jan. 14; Feb. 11 2 p.m. - 2:55 p.m. Mothers and Daughters: a book club especially for you! This program will include a fun, book-related activity and a lively discussion of the book. For girls ages 8 to 11 and their mothers. Questions? Have a favorite book you’d like to share? Speak with Margaret at the Children’s Desk. Registration required.

RAGS TO RICHES THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GINGERBREAD BOY (All Ages) Wednesday, Dec. 7 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. See the ad on page 6 for details.

2ND ANNUAL READY, SET, SWAP! COOKIE SWAP (Elementary School) Saturday, Dec. 10 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Baking and socializing are two of our favorite holiday pursuits. That’s why you will enjoy our cookie swap, an easy and rewarding way to combine baking, fun and gift giving. 1. Let the librarian know what kind of cookies you will be baking. 2. Each participant should bake 1/2 doz. cookies for each guest. 3. Bring your cookies & a copy of your recipe to share with each quest. 4. Don’t forget containers for taking cookies home! Registration is required.

CRAFT MONDAY (Elementary School, 6-12 Year Olds) Mondays, Dec. 12; Jan. 9, 23; Feb. 6, 20 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Join Miss Patty for an exciting new craft every other Monday. Supplies provided. Ages 6-12. Registration required. TUESDAY MORNING CRAFTS (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Tuesdays, Dec. 13; Jan. 10, 24; Feb. 7, 21 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Join Miss Patty for an exciting new craft every other Tuesday morning. Supplies provided. Ages 2-5. Registration required. CIRCUS SKILLS WORKSHOP (Elementary School) Tuesdays, Dec. 13; Thursday, Feb. 9 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Become a circus star by learning how to use Flower Sticks, Kendama, Diabolo. Registration required. DRESS UP DRAMATICS (Kindergarten) Thursdays, Dec. 15; Jan. 19; Feb. 17 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Program will include a storytime and an opportunity to dress up and act out the story! For children ages 4-7. Registration required.

S o u t hwe s t R e g i o n a l HOLIDAY MOVIE NIGHT (All Ages) Wednesday, Dec. 21 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join us for one last trip with a movie! Popcorn and drinks will be provided. There will be mushroom tops to sit on or feel free to bring a blanket to get comfortable. AFTER SCHOOL MOVIE NIGHT (All Ages) Wednesdays, Jan. 11; Feb. 15 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Join us for one last trip with a movie! Popcorn and drinks will be provided. There will be mushroom tops to sit on or feel free to bring a blanket to get comfortable.

BEYBLADE TOURNAMENT (Elementary School) Saturday, Jan. 21 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Test your Beyblade skills against local Beybladers! Compete for great prizes! Bring your Beyblade - the arena and snacks are provided. Registration Required. Ages 6-12. Registration opens Jan. 7th. KIDS COMICS WORKSHOP (Elementary School) Tuesdays, Feb. 7-28 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Join Amy as she teaches you how to turn your doodles into comics! We will create our own mini-comics from start to finish. This is a 4 session workshop so you are registering for all 4 weeks. Ages 7-11. Registration Required.

BI-OKOTO: WEST AFRICAN MOVEMENT AND MUSIC WORKSHOP (Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6-12 Year Olds) Monday, Feb. 20 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Everyone will learn a song, dance, various greetings, and some basic West African music rhythms that they will be able to perform. For all ages. Registration required.

Teen Programs

For more info, call 560-8598 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. TEEN COOKIE DECORATING PARTY Thursday, Dec. 1 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit by decorating delicious cookies. Registration required.

XBOX/KINECT GAME DAY Mondays, Dec. 5 - 19 - Feb. 27 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Attention all gamers between the ages of 10 and 17! Play video games and board games every Monday afternoon.

DIY WEDNESDAY: JEWELRY MAKING

QUILTING BEE @ SOUTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY

Wednesday, Dec. 14 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Make cute gifts for your friends or keep your treasures for yourself! Registration required.

Mondays, Dec. 5; Dec. 19; Jan. 9; Jan. 23; Jan. 30; Feb. 6; Feb. 13; Feb. 27 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Join members of the Durham Orange Quilters Guild for social quilting, support and fun. The bee is open to anyone interested, but you will need to bring your own sewing machine or handwork and supplies. If you are a beginner, the bee is a great place to quilt surrounded by other lovers of the craft and if you are an experience quilter, you may learn some new tricks and make some new friends.

TEEN COMICS WORKSHOP Tuesdays, Jan. 10 - 31 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Learn how to make a mini-comic from start to finish. This is a 4 session class so when you register you are signing up for all 4 weeks. Please plan on attending all sessions. Registration Required. Ages 12-18.

WRITE ON! Tuesdays, Jan. 31 - March 6 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 required.

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

For more info, call 560- 8594 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. MAH JONGG Thursdays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 23 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Come test out your mah jongg skills with players of all skill levels. Be sure to bring your tiles and cards.

PHILANTHROPY THAT GETS RESULTS Thursday, Dec. 1 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Join Duke University professor, Joel Fleishman, as he discusses his newest book, Give $mart: Philanthropy That Gets Results.

ROMANCE LOVERS BOOK CLUB Thursdays, Dec. 1; Jan. 5; Feb. 2 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Love to read romance? Come talk about your favorite books with Romance Writers of America 2010 Librarian of the year, Jennifer Lohmann. For a list of our upcoming books, check out our meetup page at http://www.meetup.com/Romance-Lovers-Book-Club/.

HANDMADE HOME – WRAP YOUR PRESENTS WITH FABRIC

DOWN SOUTH SHUFFLE Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Need an excuse to get moving and get fit? Join Down South Shuffle for some line dancing and get some exercise. Down South Shuffle is open to all levels of dancers. Come for the first hour and practice your basic steps. Stay for the last half-hour to learn some advanced moves.

AMERICAN WASTELAND Tuesday, Dec. 6 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. It’s estimated Americans discard 160 billion pounds of food every year. Meet Jonathan Bloom as he discusses his book American Wasteland: How America Throws Away Nearly Half of its Food (and what we can do about it).

KNITTING AND OTHER NEEDLE ARTS Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 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.

MENU FOR THE FUTURE--CELEBRATION Thursday, Dec. 8 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Celebration and closing ceremony for those participating in Menu for the Future. Registration required.

KNITFLIX Tuesday, Dec. 13 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Bring your knitting and other craft projects for a little social crafting and a movie. Snacks are welcome. Dec. 13: A Christmas Story.

Saturday, Dec. 3 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Pretty up your holiday presents by wrapping them with beautiful fabrics in an origami style. Bring a hardcover book to wrap for practice. Fabric and instruction will be provided. Space is limited so registration is a must.

TEEN COUNCIL MEETING

MAH JONGG

Wednesdays, Dec. 7; Jan 4; Feb. 1 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Want to volunteer at Southwest Library but don’t have time for a weekly shift? Serve on Teen Council and shape the future of your library! Registration required.

Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Come test out your mah jongg skills with players of all skill levels. Be sure to bring your tiles and cards.

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S o u t hwe s t R e g i o n a l Ad u l t P r o g r a m s Co n t i n u e d THE ART OF MAKING TEA Tuesday, Jan. 10 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. A local tea expert will share the wonders of the tasty tea leaf. Come out and learn about the second most highly consumed drink in the world!

AFRICAN WRITERS BOOK CLUB Tuesdays, Jan. 17; Feb. 21 2:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. The African Writers Book Club focuses exclusively on books written by Africans.

CHECKING OUT DURHAM COUNTY LIBRARY’S EBOOKS WITH YOUR NEW EREADER Tuesday, Jan. 17 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Get a new ereader for Christmas? Already have one? Learn how to checkout ebooks from the Durham County Library. Registration required.

SACRED VISIONING BOOK CLUB Thursdays, Jan. 19; Feb. 16 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The Sacred Visioning Book Club is for readers interested in books about spirituality and personal growth and transformation. The group is nondenominational and open to everyone. The books are: Jan.: One Day My Soul Just Opened Up by Iyanla Vanzant Feb.: Life of Pi by Yann Martel.

THE BUSINESS OF COLLEGE SPORTS Thursday, Jan. 19 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Are college sports programs too commercialized? Join Charles Clotfelter, Z. Smith Reynolds Professor of Public Policy and Professor of Economics and Law at Duke University, as he discusses his newest book, Big-Time Sports in American Universities, and examines the benefits and costs of commercial sports programs in higher education.

ORGANIZING YOUR HOME FOR THE NEW YEAR Saturday, Jan. 21 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Buried beneath a wave of paper? Parking your car in the driveway because there’s no room in the garage? Josette Chmiel of About Space, Inc. will show you how to de-clutter your home and simplify your life.

HANDMADE HOME – BUTTON JARS Saturday, Jan. 28 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Old buttons and jars turn into charming country-style vases. Materials will be provided. Space is limited, so registration is a must.

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

THE STATE OF TAR HEEL POLITICS

MICROSOFT EXCEL BASICS

Sunday, Jan. 29 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Rob Christensen, author of, The Paradox of Tar Heel Politics: the Personalities, Elections, and Events that Shaped Modern North Carolina, will discuss how North Carolina has become the most politically competitive state in the South.

Wednesdays; Jan. 11; Feb. 8 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 10 a.m. - 12 noon

VITA TAX ASSISTANCE Tuesdays, Feb. 2 - 23 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Volunteer Tax Assistance for the low income and elderly.

MEET THE AUTHOR: SARAH WENDELL Sunday, Feb. 12 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Join Sarah Wendell, author and popular blogger, as she reads from and discusses her book Everything I know about Love I Learned from Romance Novels. With humor and directness, Wendell talks about what romance readers gain from reading, including the affirming idea, “romance mean believing you are worthy of a happy ending.” Be sure to bring a pad and paper because you will want to check out (or buy) the many books she writes about. A book signing will follow the reading.

LIVING GLUTEN FREE Saturday, Feb. 25 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Find out what it really means to be gluten-free as health coach, Betsy Templeton, discusses the health benefits of a gluten-free life. (It’s not just about the food.)

Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s

See page 22 for descriptions. SOCIAL NETWORKING BASICS Saturday, Dec. 3 10 a.m. - 12 noon

COMPUTER BASICS Monday, Jan. 9; Feb. 6 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 10 a.m. - 12 noon

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DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT WORD Tuesday, Jan. 17 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 10 a.m. - 12 noon Monday, Feb. 13 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL Tuesday, Jan. 17 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13 12 noon - 1 p.m.

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT POWERPOINT Wednesday, Jan. 18 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

ONLINE JOB SEARCHING/RESUME WRITING Wednesday, Jan. 18 12 noon - 1 p.m.

FILE ORGANIZATION IN WINDOWS Saturday, Jan. 21 10 a.m. - 12 noon

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INTERNET BASICS Mondays, Jan. 9; Feb. 6 12 noon - 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 10 a.m. - 12 noon

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL Tuesdays, Jan. 10; Feb. 7 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

MICROSOFT WORD BASICS

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT BASICS Wednesdays; Jan. 11; Feb. 8 12 noon - 1 p.m.

Tuesdays, Jan. 10; Feb. 7 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 10 a.m. - 12 noon

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SW Regional INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL: GMAIL BASICS Saturday, Feb. 4 10 a.m. - 12 noon

ONLINE JOB SEARCHING/RESUME WRITING Tuesday, Feb. 14 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

SOCIAL NETWORKING BASICS Wednesday, Feb. 15 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

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

For all Foreign Language programs, see p. 24. ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES

S t a n f o r d L . Wa r r e n For more info, call 560-0270 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org. Storytimes BABY & BOOKS STORYTIME (Baby) Thursdays, Dec. 8 - Feb. 9 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Babies bring your Mom, Grandmom, Dad, Uncle, Sister & Best Friend for stories and play. PRE-SCHOOL PIZAZZ STORYTIME (Pre-School) Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Storytime for pre-school aged children, exploring all the pizazz that little people have to offer; with stories, crafts and movement.

Thursday, Feb. 2 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Spring semester registrations for English learning .The class is offered from February to May. Must register and take placement tests-for information call 560-0157. Registración del semestre de primavera para la clase de Ingles. Las clases son de febrero a mayo. Registracion y examenes requeridos para participar- para informacion llamar al 560-0157.

STORYTIME WITH MS. TRISH (Pre-School) Wednesdays, Dec. 7 - Feb. 29 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Come enjoy a fun time with music, dancing, reading books and doing a craft.

TERTULIA (SPANISH CONVERSATION)

Monday, Dec. 5 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join us for cookies, milk and fun. (Vegan alternatives will be available.)

Saturdays, Dec. 3 - Feb. 25 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. This group allows intermediate and advanced speakers to practice Spanish conversation. For more info, call 560-8594 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org.

WOMEN’S BREAST WELLNESS PATIENT NAVIGATOR PROGRAM SUPPORT GROUP-BILINGUAL Saturday, Feb. 25 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Breast cancer support group and information program. For information call 681-9852 or 560-0157 Grupo de apoyo y educación de Cancer de Mama. Para informacion llame al 6819852 o al 560-0157.

Intergenerational DOWN SOUTH SHUFFLE Mondays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 27 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Need an excuse to get moving and get fit? Join Down South Shuffle for some line dancing and get some exercise. Down South Shuffle is open to all levels of dancers. Come for the first hour and practice your basic steps. Stay for the last half-hour to learn some advanced moves.

C h i l d r e n’s P r o g r a m s COOKIE SOCIAL (0-17 Year Olds)

S.M.A.R.T. COLLECTIVE (Middle School) Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. The S.M.A.R.T. Collective is a group for young people in grades (5-8). This group provides academic support through fun activities in science, math and research technology. For more information, check out the website: smart-concepts.org

BUILD YOUR OWN HOUSE (0-17 Year Olds) Thursday, Dec. 15 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Ginger bread house that is! Have a blast creating a house you can eat after you make it!! PAJAMA JAM (Pre-School, Kindergarten) Saturdays, Dec. 17; Jan. 7, 28 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. EVERYONE likes to sleep in on Saturday! When you wake up join us at the library for crafts, music & fun. Feel free to wear your pajamas!! DREIDELS & LATKES (Pre-School) Monday, Dec. 19 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. Hanukkah begins tomorrow at sundown, so join us for dreidels and latkes.

WHY I LOVE ME (0-17 Year Olds) Thursday, Dec. 29 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. In preparation of the Kwanzaa principle Nia (Purpose) we will gather to celebrate each other & express “Why I love ME.” Bring a pen along with your creativity! EARLY DISMISSAL FROM SCHOOL MOVIE (Elementary School) Wednesday, Jan. 11 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Come enjoy a movie at the library after getting out of school early. Call the library for movie title.

SHERLOCK HOLMES SCAVENGER HUNT (6-12 Year Olds, Teen) Thursday, Jan. 19 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Have fun exploring your library through a scavenger hunt!!

GAMING SYSTEM CHALLENGE (6-12 Year Olds, Teen) Monday, Jan. 23 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. On your student vacation join us for a gaming good time! MONOPOLY TURNS 76 (6-12 Year Olds, Teen) Monday, Feb. 6 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Join us for an enormous amount of fun with tons of board games!! I CARE ABOUT YOU CRAFT (0-17 Year Olds) Thursday, Feb. 9 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Show someone you care!!! Make a special craft for Valentine’s Day. GAMING SYSTEM CHALLENGE (6-12 Year Olds, Teen) Friday, Feb. 24 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. On your student vacation, join us for a gaming good time.

Teen Programs NO BOYS ALLOWED Fridays, Dec. 2 - Jan. 13 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join us for our girl’s circle, we’ll eat, laugh, journal and chat all while learning and growing from each other!!

COOKIE SOCIAL Monday, Dec. 5 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join us for cookies, milk and fun (Vegan Alternatives will be available).

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S t a n f o r d L . Wa r r e n Teen Programs ANIME CLUB Wednesdays, Dec. 7; Jan. 4; Feb. 1 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.

NCCU TEEN BOOK GROUP Mondays, Dec. 12; Jan. 9; Feb. 13 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Do you like to read? Come to our teen book group to talk about some of your favorites. (This group is hosted by NCCU graduate students).

TEEN ETIQUETTE WORKSHOP Monday, Dec. 19 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Brush up on your manners before the holidays while enjoying a special treat!

TEEN FLOETRY GROUP Wednesdays, Dec. 28; Jan. 25; Feb. 22 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Do you write songs, poetry, stories? Do you enjoy spoken word? Join us for an informal writing club to share your work and get some feedback. Snacks will be provided.

WHY I LOVE ME Thursday, Dec. 29 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. In preparation of the Kwanzaa principle Nia (Purpose) we will gather to celebrate each other & express “Why I love ME.” Bring a pen along with your creativity!

SHERLOCK HOLMES SCAVENGER HUNT Thursday, Jan. 19 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Have fun exploring your library through a scavenger hunt!!

GAMING SYSTEM CHALLENGE

ANTI-VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION Tuesday, Feb. 14 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Are you one of those teens that just doesn’t like Valentine’s Day? If so, come join us to celebrate the opposite of this special holiday :)

GAMING SYSTEM CHALLENGE Friday, Feb. 24 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. On your student vacation, join us for a gaming good time.

Ad u l t P r o g r a m s FROM AUSAR TO SACRED: FOOD, FAMINE AND FARMING IN THE NEW URBAN MILLENNIUM Saturday, Jan. 14 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. In the first of this two-part talk local organic farmer and owner of Abanitu Farms, Bernard Obie will provide strategies to prepare for and better understand the economic and social crisis currently gripping the United States and the world. Obie will also explore the shift in the earth’s eco-system in the context of African history and ancient ethno-healing wisdom systems.

FROM OSIRIS TO GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER: AFRO-ORGANIC FARMING TRADITIONS Saturday, Jan. 28 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. In the second of this two-part talk, local organic farmer and owner of Abanitu Farms, Bernard Obie will provide strategies to prepare for and better understand the economic and social crisis currently gripping the United States and the world. Obie will also explore the shift in the earth’s eco-system in the context of African history and ancient ethno-healing wisdom systems developed in ancient Egypt and transmitted to rural southern farming communities.

Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s

See page 22 for class descriptions. COMPUTER BASICS AND EMAIL BASICS

Monday, Jan. 23 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. On your student vacation join us for a gaming good time!!

Tuesday, Jan. 17; Feb. 21 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

FINANCIAL LITERACY WORKSHOP

MICROSOFT WORD AND MICROSOFT EXCEL BASICS

Thursday, Jan. 26 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Do you like to make money, but want to learn how to save it? Do you know about credit and setting up a bank account? Join us as a representative from Mechanics and Farmers Bank answers all your questions. (Snacks provided.)

Thursday, Jan. 19; Feb. 23 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

B oo k m o b i l e – Yo u r L i b r a r y o n W h e e l s 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, check out or return materials. The following is a list of the Bookmobile’s monthly community stops. 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. 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)

I CARE ABOUT YOU CRAFT Thursday, Feb. 9 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Show someone you care!!! Make a special craft for Valentine’s Day.

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For a complete schedule, contact the Bookmobile office at 560-0155 or visit durhamcountylibrary.org

Humanities Programs For more info, call 560-0268 or visit durhamcountylibrary.org/events.php. MEET THE AUTHOR: DIANA DANIEL: FARM FRESH NORTH CAROLINA Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Saturday, Dec. 3 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Come explore North Carolina from mountains to coast as Diana Daniel’s shows you where to pick a peck of apples, tour a heritage-breed livestock farm, and sip a fine wine while overlooking the vineyards. Durham resident Daniel’s work has appeared in newspapers and magazines including the New York Times, Boston Globe, Washington Post, Southern Living, and National Geographic Traveler.

IN THE WINGS: PLAYMAKERS ON: WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Monday, Dec. 5 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. If love is a battlefield then these are two of the struggle’s consummate contenders in this knock-down, drag-out love story from the savagely wicked pen of an American master, Edward Albee. Join actors Ray Dooley and Julie Fishell and Wendy Goldberg in a discussion of this modern classic.

THE LIBERATED GARDENER: TIPS FOR EASY, SUSTAINABLE AND EDIBLE GARDENS East Regional Library, 211 Lick Creek Ln. Thursday, Dec. 8 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Join Frank Hyman writer, artist, and horticultural professional for a workshop on growing dwarf citrus indoors (oranges, lemons and limes) for the holidays. Who needs boring houseplants when you can have dwarf evergreen trees with fragrant flowers and edible fruit in winter in your house? Learn the tricks to growing and eating homegrown citrus. Hyman’s writings have appeared in the New York Times, Horticulture-where he is a Contributing Editor, Urban Farmer and in the Durham News. This is the first of a four part gardening series. Other dates are: January 12 & 26 and February 9.

ART WITH THE EXPERTS: THE DECONSTRUCTIVE IMPULSE: WOMEN ARTISTS RECONFIGURE THE SIGNS OF POWER, 1973-1991 Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Sunday, Dec. 11 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join Sarah Schroth, the Nancy Hanks Senior Curator, and Juline Chevalier, Education Curator, of the Nasher Museum of Art for a slide show and discussion of the current exhibition at the museum. This show is a survey of leading women artists that examines the crucial feminist contribution to the development of deconstructivism in the 1970s and 1980s.

BLUE V. DURHAM, 1949-1951 Hayti Heritage Center 804 Old Fayetteville St. Sundays, Dec. 18 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. During the “separatebut-equal” era which preceded the 1954 Brown decision, African-Americans in Durham won a landmark lawsuit for the equalization of school funding. Eddie Davis will lead a discussion about the Blue v Durham federal court case that was rendered in 1951 A panel of the original plaintiffs will provide background for a 60th anniversary commemoration of this historic civil rights case. This event is cosponsored by the Hayti Heritage Center.

MEET ZORA NEALE HURSTON ON HER BIRTHDAY! Saturday, January 7, 3 p.m. Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Author, folklorist, anthropologist, Hurston is considered one of the preeminent writers of the twentieth century. Ms. Hurston is brought to life by Beverly Fields Burnette, president of the N.C. Association of Black Storytellers and founding member of Carolina African American Writers’ Collective.

BLESSED ARE THE CHEESEMAKERS! Sunday, January 8, 3 p.m. Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Join Durham cheesemonger Patrick Coleff as he moderates a panel of Triangle cheesemakers. Learn about the cheese-making process have the opportunity to ask them your own questions.

MEET LUCREZIA BORGIA: PAWN OR POISONER? Saturday, January 14, 3 p.m. Southwest Regional Library 3605 Shannon Rd. Join popular scholar and actress Dr. Sally Drucker as she portrays Lucrezia Borgia, the 16th-century Duchess of Ferrara. Did Lucrezia poison lovers, husbands and enemies of the Borgia family? Hear Lucrezia Borgia present her side of the story!

GUILTY PLEASURES: A CELEBRATION OF GENRE FICTION Thursday, January 19, 3 p.m. Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro Sts. Kicking off the celebration, join Dr. Barbara B. Moran, Louis Round Wilson Distinguished Professor at the School of Information and Library Science at UNC-CH, as she defines genre fiction and provides us with an entertaining and informative overview of the major genres of popular fiction.

MEET THE AUTHOR: JOHN Q. WILLIAMS Saturday, February 11, 3 p.m. Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. John Q. Williams has spent years researching his family history for his new book, Our Roots: African Origins of the Reclaimed Legacy of Three American Families. He’ll share some of the many fascinating family stories he has uncovered.

GUILTY PLEASURES: A CELEBRATION OF GENRE FICTION – MEET THE AUTHOR: SARA WENDELL Sunday, February 12, 3 p.m. Southwest Regional Library 3605 Shannon Rd. Join Sarah Wendell, author and popular blogger, as she reads from and discusses her book Everything I Know about Love I Learned from Romance Novels. With humor and directness, Wendell talks about what romance readers gain from reading, including the affirming idea, “romance mean believing you are worthy of a happy ending.” A book signing will follow the reading.

HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE: TRADITIONAL & ETHNIC LITERATURE: RECONSTRUCTION AND THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE Sunday, February 19, 3 p.m. Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Join Dr. Otis Alexander for a dramatization of the works of Georgia Douglas Johnson, Dudley Randell, Claude McKay, Langston Hughes, Paul Laurence Dunbar and other writers of Reconstruction and the Harlem Renaissance. Audience participation will be encouraged.

THE STORIES OF PIEDMONT NORTH CAROLINA FAMILIES DURING THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR Thursday, February 23, 7 p.m. North Regional 221 Milton Rd. At the time of the Civil War, Stagville was the center of the largest plantation in North Carolina at the time of the Civil War with over 30,000 acres and over 900 enslaved people. In 1865, Bennett Place was the site of the largest surrender of southern forces in the Civil War. After the war, Duke Homestead was the site of early tobacco factories that would grow to become American Tobacco. Meet with site managers Anton Mitchell from Stagville, John Guess from Bennett Place and Jennifer Farley from Duke Homestead for a lively discussion what was happening here before, during and after the Civil War.

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Co m p u t e r C l a s s e s

To register for programs, go to durhamcountylibrary.org

Registration required for ALL programs, except as noted. For more info, call 560-0125 (Main) / 560-0213 (East Regional) / 560-0236 (North Regional) / 560-7015 (South Regional) / 560-8590 (Southwest Regional) / 560-0270 (Stanford L. Warren) COMPUTER BASICS Get step-by-step, hands-on instruction in the use of the computer. Learn about the parts of the computer and how to use them, including using the mouse, the basics of the Windows operating system, making and managing folders and other important computer functions. Mondays, Dec. 5; Feb. 6 Monday, Jan. 9 Monday, Jan. 9; Feb. 6 Saturday, Jan. 14 Tuesdays, Jan. 17; Feb. 14 Thursday, Feb. 2

9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. 10 a.m. - 12 noon 10 a.m. - 12 noon 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO KEYBOARDING Main Library

Monday, Dec. 19

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

COMPUTER BASICS AND EMAIL BASICS Stanford L. Warren Stanford L. Warren

Tuesday, Jan. 17 Tuesday, Feb. 21

10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

FILE ORGANIZATION IN WINDOWS Southwest Regional

Saturday, Jan. 21

10 a.m. - 12 noon

Email & Internet INTERNET BASICS Learn the basics of navigating the web, including some basic search and safety information. Basic computer skills required. Southwest Regional East Regional Southwest Regional

Mondays, Jan. 9; Feb. 6 Tuesdays, Jan. 24; Feb. 21 Saturday, Jan. 28

12 noon - 1 p.m. 10 a.m. - 12 noon 10 a.m. - 12 noon

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL Set up a Gmail account, and learn the basics of sending and receiving email. Basic computer skills required. Southwest Regional East Regional Main Library Main Library

Tuesdays, Jan. 10; Feb. 7 Thursdays, Jan. 26; Feb. 23 Monday, Jan. 30 Thursday, Feb. 9

1 p.m. - 2 p.m. 10 a.m. - 12 noon 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL: GMAIL BASICS Southwest Regional

Saturday, Feb. 4

10 a.m. - 12 noon

INTERNET & WEB BASICS Main Library Main Library Main Library Main Library

Thursday, Jan. 19 Monday, Jan. 23 Thursday, Feb. 16 Monday, Feb. 20

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Learn the basics of social networking, including information about Facebook and Twitter. Saturday, Dec. 3 Wednesday, Feb. 15

10 a.m. - 12 noon 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE BANKING Main Library

Monday, Feb. 06

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Saturday, Nov. 19

10 a.m. - 12 noon

Main Library Main Library Main Library Main Library Southwest Regional Southwest Regional

Monday, Dec. 12 Thursday, Jan. 26 Monday, Feb. 13 Thursday, Feb. 23 Wednesday, Jan. 18 Tuesday, Feb. 14

2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 12 noon - 1 p.m. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

RESUME AND JOB SEARCH HELP East Regional

Thursdays, Jan. 26; Feb. 23

12 noon - 1: 30 p.m.

Microsof t Office Learn the basics and more of using Microsoft Office applications. Basic computer skills required.

MICROSOFT WORD AND MICROSOFT EXCEL BASICS Stanford L. Warren

Thursday, Jan. 19; Feb. 23

10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

MICROSOFT WORD BASICS Main Library Main Library North Regional Southwest Regional North Regional Southwest Regional Main Library

Thursday, Dec. 1 Monday, Dec. 5 Monday, Dec. 5 Tuesdays, Jan. 10; Feb. 7 Tuesdays, Jan. 31; Feb. 29 Saturday, Feb. 11 Monday, Feb. 27

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 10 a.m. - 12 noon 2 p.m. - 4 p.m

MICROSOFT EXCEL BASICS Main Library North Regional Southwest Regional East Regional North Regional Southwest Regional

Thursday, Dec. 8 Mondays Dec. 12; Jan. 9 Wednesdays; Jan. 11; Feb. 8 Wednesdays, Jan. 18; Feb. 15 Tuesday, Feb. 7 Saturday, Feb. 25

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

Thursday, Dec. 15 Thursdays, Jan. 19; Feb. 16 Wednesdays; Jan. 11; Feb. 8

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 10 a.m. - 12 noon 12 noon - 1 p.m.

POWERPOINT BASICS Main Library East Regional Southwest Regional

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT WORD North Regional North Regional Southwest Regional Southwest Regional Southwest Regional

Tuesdays, Dec. 6; Jan. 3 Wednesday, Feb. 1 Tuesday, Jan. 17 Monday, Feb. 13 Saturday, Feb. 18

10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. 10 a.m. - 12 noon

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL North Regional Southwest Regional Southwest Regional

Tuesdays, Dec. 13; Jan. 10 Monday, Feb. 13 Tuesday, Jan. 17

10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 12 noon - 1 p.m. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

MICROSOFT EXCEL INTERMEDIATE

SOCIAL NETWORKING BASICS Southwest Regional Southwest Regional

Southwest Regional

ONLINE JOB SEARCHING/RESUME WRITING

Basics

North Regional Main Library Southwest Regional Southwest Regional East Regional Main Library

ONLINE SHOPPING AND PREVENTING IDENTITY THEFT/EBAY Learn the basics of shopping online, especially ebay.com and how to protect your identity.

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

East Regional

Wednesdays, Jan. 25; Feb. 22

10 a.m. - 12 noon

DOING MORE WITH MICROSOFT POWERPOINT Southwest Regional Southwest Regional

Wednesday, Jan. 18 Tuesday, Feb. 14

10 a.m. - 11 a.m. 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

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 13-15, 2012. 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

o Youth (18 and younger) $5 o Sustaining $50 o Patron $100

Name Address

Phone

shopping: fiction, nonfiction books, audiobooks,

o Life $300 o Additional gift of Email

City/State/Zip

Make checks payable and mail to: The Friends of the Durham Library, Inc. PO Box 3809, Durham, NC 27702

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.

For more info about the Friends, go to: www.durhamcountylibrary.org/friends.php Questions? Call (919) 560-0190 or email president@friendsofthedurhamlibrary.org

HOW TO DONATE BOOKS: The Friends of the Durham Library welcomes donations of gently used 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 a.m. 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. For more information, go to durhamcountylibrary.org/volunteer.php

paperbacks and $1 for hardcovers. Shop early for the best selection of specially-priced books in gift-giving condition and support Durham County Library with your purchases. Schedule: Friday, April 13, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Friends members only—join at the door! Saturday, April 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Everyone welcome. Sunday, April 15, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Bag Sale $7/bag. Location: Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. For info, call 560-0100.

Books for

Sale

Can’t wait for the Spring Book Sale?

Check out year-round mini-booksales at: American Tobacco Campus, 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 ESOL

Co nve r s a t i o n G r o u p s

Placement tests are required for the following locations: for information call 560-0157. se requieren registracion y examenes para asistir a classes. llame al 560-0157 para informacion. ESOL CLASS REGISTRATION/ REGISTRACION DE CLASE DE INGLES Main Library, Monday and Thursday, Jan. 23, 26 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Southwest Regional, Thursday, Feb. 2 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. East Regional, Saturday, Feb. 4 Conversation/de conversación 10 a.m. - 12 noon South Regional Please call (919) 560-0157 for class registration and availability. Llame al 560-0157 si hay registración y cupo de clase Spring semester registration for the English learning classes. The classes are offered from February to May. Must register and take placement tests-for information call 560-0157. Registración del semestre de primavera para clases de Inglés. Las clases se ofrecen de febrero a mayo. Registracion y examenes requeridos para participar- para informacion llamar al 560-0157. North Regional, Tuesdays, Dec. 6 - Feb. 28 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. English learning class for beginners and intermediate level. Class starts anytime. Register at the North Regional Information desk or by calling 560-0236 . Clase de Ingles para principiantes e intermedios. La clase empieza cualquier tiempo. Llame para información 560-0157.

ADVANCED ESOL South Regional, Thursdays, Dec. 1 - 15, Jan. 12 - Feb. 23 10 a.m. - 12 noon English Conversation for speakers of other languages. class starts anytime call for class availability at 560-7410 0r 560-0157. La clase de Ingles empieza en cualquier fecha – Llame al 5600157 para saber si hay cupo.

TERTULIA (SPANISH CONVERSATION) Southwest Regional, Saturdays, Dec. 3 - Feb. 25 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. This group allows intermediate and advanced speakers to practice Spanish conversation. For more info, call 560-8594 or register online at durhamcountylibrary.org

SPANISH/ENGLISH CONVERSATION South Regional, Saturdays, Dec. 3 -18; Jan. 7 - Feb. 25 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Speak Spanish? Come practice your English! Speak English? Come practice your Spanish! Native speakers of both languages come and learn from each other. For more info, call 560-8594.

Miscellaneous WOMEN’S BREAST WELLNESS PATIENT NAVIGATOR PROGRAM -BILINGUAL Main Library, Saturday, Jan. 28 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Southwest Regional, Saturday, Feb. 25 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Breast Cancer support group and information program . For information call 681-9852 or 560-0157 Grupo de apoyo y educación de Cancer de Mama. Para informacion llame al 681-9852 o al 560-0157.

Wo r k s h o p s / T a l l e r e s TALLER DE CRECIMIENTO PERSONAL Una serie de tres talleres que se enfocan en el verdadero potencial de cada uno de los seres humanos, Auto-Estima y Auto-Eficacia y Cómo Manejar Las Emociones Humanas.

MIS SUEÑOS, MIS METAS, Y MIS ANHELOS South Regional, lunes, Dic. 5, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Aprenda el valor verdadero y potencial dentro de cada ser humano. Discuta las técnicas usadas para identificar el verdadero papel que debe desempeñar en su vida. Aprenda cómo manifestar sus aspiraciones y empezar a planificar su vida deseada guiada por sus acciones.

AUTO-ESTIMA Y AUTO-EFICACIA South Regional, lunes, Dic. 12; 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Llegue a un entendimiento mejor de cual es y cual no es su auto-estima. Aprenda también al concepto de auto-eficacia y la importancia que esto juega en el papel del auto-estima. Experimente con ejercicios de los elementos de yoga, meditación y origami.

MANEJANDO LAS EMOCIONES HUMANAS North Regional, sábado, Dic. 10, 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. South Regional, lunes, Dic. 19, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Aprenda técnicas simples que se pueden usar para identificar y medir su estado emocional diario. Discuta maneras efectivas para manejar sus emociones que afectan sus niveles de estrés, como enojo o ira, agitación y tristeza.

To Make a Donation to the Durham Library Foundation:

Yes, a stronger library makes a stronger Durham. Here’s my contribution! q $30 q $50 q $75 q $150 q $250 q Other ___________

Name ________________________________________________________________________

Questions, bequests & other planned giving needs: Alice Sharpe (919-560-0193 or asharpe@durhamcountync.gov).

Phone ________________________________ E-Mail _________________________________

Address _______________________________________________________________________www.durhamlibraryfoundation.org

Donate online anytime at

City_____________________________________ Zip ____________________________________

(as you would like to see your name listed in our Annual Report)

** Donations of $25 or more include membership (or renewal) in the Friends of the Durham Library.**

Please make your check payable and mail to: Durham Library Foundation, PO Box 3809, Durham, NC 27702.