NORTHLAND NEWS
August 2014
A PUBLICATION OF NORTHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
Northland’s Fall Book Sale will be held on Oct. 3, 4 and 5. We are in need of donated children’s items such as children’s books, children’s videos, and children’s cds. We are also looking for volunteers to help with the setup of the sale, to work shifts during the sale and to break down on Sunday after the sale. The online form for volunteering will be available on northlandlibrary.org starting Aug. 13. Questions concerning any aspect of volunteering should be directed to Karen Puff, 412-366-8100 ext. 135.
Beyond the Stacks: Each month we will feature a different library database, or other
on-line resource. These information treasures are not free on the Internet, but are free if you go through Northland’s website and use your library card.
Think downloadables are just for adults? Think again. Northland offers lots of downloadable content for kids. There are books, movies, audiobooks, music, and even magazines that are available free with your library card. All of our e-providers—OverDrive, OneClickDigital, Freegal, Hoopla, and Zinio—have materials for kids. OverDrive has an especially kid-friendly page for children’s content. All children’s titles can still be found from our regular OverDrive site, but patrons who wish to limit their search to materials for children can visit the ”eResources for Kids” page on northlandlibrary.org under “Children & Teens”. The “eResources for Kids” page offers a visually engaging, simplified site with three basic categories across the top: Subjects, Collections, and Levels. Each of these categories offers multiple options for focusing your search or browsing experience. There’s also an advanced search feature that lets you limit your results by grade level, lexile level, subject, format, and rating (a five-star rating system). If you need help at any time, just click on OverDrive’s “help” button at the top of each page. And don’t forget about the kids’ content in our databases. Check out TumbleBooks, BookFlix, and NoveList K-8. Make your summer trips more pleasant with high-quality e-content for kids. Did we mention that it’s FREE with your library card?
Featured Adult Programming: Registration is required for the following free
adult programs except where noted. You may register online, in person at the Adult Service desk or by calling 412-366-8100 extension 113.
BIRDS OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
Film Series at Northland TRAVEL FILM
Join us Wednesday, August 20 at 2 p.m. as presenters Helga and Charles Klenk share a slide show from their recent visit to Cuba made possible through a Road Scholar program (formerly Elderhostel). Cuba is just 90 miles from the coast of Florida and most American travelers know very little about this country. While in Cuba, the Klenk’s visited homes, schools and hospices. They will show a wide range of socio-economic classes from the poor to the ordinary to the famous. We will travel to Havana, Santa Clara, Trinidad and Cienfuegos. This is a unique opportunity to hear about a country first hand from those who experienced the cuisine and culture. No registration required. Refreshments will be served.
FOREIGN FILM
This month’s film is a drama from Laos/ Australia called The Rocket. The Akha people of Laos believe that giving birth to twins is bad luck. The main character’s twin is stillborn and it is believed that he will bring bad luck to everyone around him. Ten years later, the family gets word that their village will soon be under water due to a Dam project. After a calamity-filled adventures he tries to prove that he’s not bad luck by building a giant rocket to enter into an exciting and dangerous competition, the Rocket Festival. This film has won 25 awards and has been nominated for 20 others. So join us on Wednesday, August 13 at 1:30 p.m. No registration required. Refreshments will be served.
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Featured Adult Programming continued MEDICARE – PUTTING THE PIECES TOGETHER
Over 65 and retiring? Not employed but nearing 65? It’s time to think about Medicare, get the facts, and make some decisions. Join us on Monday, August 18, at 7 p.m. to educate yourself. No part of Medicare pays for all of a beneficiary’s covered medical costs and many costs are not covered at all. The program contains premiums, deductibles and coinsurance, which the covered individual must pay out-of-pocket. Some people may qualify to have other government programs (such as Medicaid) pay premiums and some or all of the costs associated with Medicare. Enrolling in Medicare is the first step, but understanding how Medicare works should come before that first step. There are procedures to consider and decisions to make about supplemental insurance plans and prescription drug plans. Patricia Spahr, an independent health plan agent, will explain, in plain terms, how Medicare works, how enrollment works and what decisions you must make in order to enroll in a plan. She will describe the various supplemental health insurance plans that are available in our area, but will not recommend any one of them over another. Bring your questions and become informed in order to make wise decisions that affect your health care for the future.
INDIAN COOKING CLASS
Join us on Thursday, August 14 at 7 p.m. to learn how to prepare mint rice, a vegetarian dish with fresh mint, cilantro and spices, taught by the talented Ann Manchella. All attendees will receive a sample of the dish at the end of class. Registration required. Please contact the Adult Services desk by calling 412-366-8100 x113 or you may register online.
Northland Library will be closed on Monday, September 1 for Labor Day.
AARP SMART DRIVER COURSES
At the beginning of 2014, AARP changed the name of its Driver Safety Course to Smart Driver Course. Northland Public Library is pleased to sponsor two Smart Driver Courses in August for those who are 55 years old and above. Pennsylvania mandates a discount of at least 5% on automobile insurance for those who complete a Smart Driver Course. The Refresher Course, for those who have completed the two-day course within the last three years, will be offered on Tuesday, August 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For those who are taking the course for the first time or those who have not taken the refresher course within the last three years, the two-day course will be held on Thursday and Friday, August 21 and 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The fee for each of the courses is $15.00 for AARP members; $20.00 for non-members. Please register and pay for the course at the Adult Reference Desk on the upper level.
TUESDAY NIGHT BOOK DISCUSSION
On August 5 at 7 p.m., the Tuesday Night Book Group will discuss David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits and the Art of Battling Giants by Malcolm Gladwell. Gladwell challenges how we think about obstacles and disadvantages. In the tradition of his previous bestsellers, David and Goliath draws upon history, psychology, and powerful storytelling to reshape the way we see the world around us. Our selection for September is The Smartest Kids in the World: And How They Got That Way by Amanda Ripley.
NEW! READINGS IN ALTERNATIVE EVERYTHING
Interested in mysteries of the mind, holistic healing, mind/body/spirit connections and other alternative ways of looking at ourselves and our world? Come out to Northland on Tuesday, August 12 at 7 p.m. The group will continue discussing the book entitled, Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul: How to Create a New You by Deepak Chopra. No registration is necessary.
SECOND FRIDAY BOOK DISCUSSION
The book discussion group will not meet in August due to the library’s annual Hot Dog Day event. In September, the group will discuss Karen Joy Fowler’s novel, We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves.
MYSTERY LOVERS BOOK DISCUSSION
If you like mysteries or crime fiction, you’ll enjoy this group. The books selected for discussion by the Mystery Lovers Group are chosen by the group members. On Thursday, August 21 at 7 p.m., the group will discuss Triptych by Karin Slaughter. No registration is necessary.
BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE
NORTHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 300 Cumberland Road Pittsburgh, PA 15237 412-366-8100 412-366-2064 FAX www.northlandlibrary.org
HOURS OF OPERATION
Sunday Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday
Closed 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
NOW ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER
Fridays 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Marshall Elementary School • Marshall Township Saturdays 12 noon - 1:00 p.m. North Hills Village Shopping Center • Ross Township
NOMADs
Ross Township Community Center Sunday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Baierl Family YMCA • 2565 Nicholson Rd., Franklin Park Sunday 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
OFFSITE BOOK/MATERIALS RETURN
Ross Twp. Community Center 24 hour accessible Baierl Family YMCA 24 hour accessible Marshall Twp. Municipal Building 24 hour accessible
SERIOUS READERS BOOK DISCUSSION
The Serious Readers Book Discussion group finds that works of historical, economic and political significance provide the opportunity for personal examination and analysis of fateful past events that have had a lasting effect on today’s United States – politically, economically and culturally. If you feel so inclined, please join the discussion on Saturday, August 23, at 11 a.m.
NORTHLAND KNITTERS
Got a knack for knitting? Come and work on your project, share tips and patterns and enjoy some dessert with knit and crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels. Evening circle meets on Wednesday, August 13, at 7 p.m. The afternoon circle will meet on Friday, August 15, at 1 p.m.
CONVERSATION SALON
Come and meet some new friends and neighbors as we engage in informal chats on current events and popular culture. You pick the topic- nothing is out-of-bounds! No reservation is required to participate in these relaxed forums. The August conversation salon will be Wednesday, August 27, at 1 p.m. There will not be a conversation salon on August 8 due to Hot Dog Day.
STORY SWAP
StorySwap, Pittsburgh’s guild for local adult storytellers meets at Northland Library on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Bring your tall tales or your eager ears to join this month’s session on Monday, August 4. No registration is required. For more information, call Mary Morgan Smith at 412-366-8100 ext. 123, or you may e-mail her at smith6@einetwork.net.
Volunteer Spotlight Name: Joanne van Linden
NORTH HILLS GENEALOGISTS
In August all are welcome on Tuesday, August 19 at 7 p.m. to a free informative meeting to hear about Searching S.M.A.R.T. Susan Ennis, a teacher-librarian and North Hills Genealogists newsletter co-editor, will review techniques that genealogists can use for more effective searching on the Internet in databases and on websites. Using search engines, Ancestry. com, FamilySearch.org, and the websites of the U.S. GenWeb project, she will demonstrate ways to discover the results you need to make progress in your genealogical research. Meetings are held in Rooms 148 1&2 and “tip time” begins at 6:45 p.m. For more information about the North Hills Genealogists, go to www.northhillsgenealogists.org.
WRITERS AT WORK
Writers of all interests are invited to share their ideas and experiences. The group focuses on assignment-based writing projects and offers critiques during this writing workshop on Monday, August 11, at 6:30 p.m.
Residence: Town of McCandless Volunteer Assignment: Book Nook Why Joanne volunteers at Northland Library:
“I love books. People who come in are very nice and are so grateful when they find something they like. I enjoy going out in the morning and Karen Vogel, manager of the Book Nook, is always fun to work with.”
BOOK NOOK: Visit the Book Nook in August to find lite summer reading or back
to school items. Flash drives, ear buds as well as coffee and snacks are available for purchase in the Book Nook. Funds generated from sales help to support Northland Library.
Northland Out & About - Franklin Park Community Day & Ross Township 4th of July Parade
Children a nd Young A dults
Summer Reading Club Wrap-up!
SUMMER READING CLUB - Fizz-Boom-READ!
Fizz-Boom-READ! Summer Reading Club for children in kindergarten through fifth grade will end on August 8. The school with the most participants wins a trophy which will be displayed at the school the entire 2014-2015 school year. Children who complete 10 of the Summer Reading Club tasks will be entered into a raffle to win a Kindle Fire (courtesy Northland Library Foundation). Children must have a library card in their own name to participate. Visit www.northlandlibrary.org for details. Summer Readng Club registration ended July 31 but the fun still goes on! First Annual Mother Goose Olympics (rain date August 7) August 4 – 6-8 p.m. Families are invited to participate in Northland Library’s First Annual Mother Goose Olympics! Families can drop in anytime between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on August 4. Preschoolers can run, jump and have fun doing non-competitive activities based on their favorite nursery rhymes. Children can run from station to station reading rhymes, completing the activity and collecting stickers for their game board. No registration is required. Lego Bracelet August 6 – 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – third through fifth grade Participants will be making a fashionable Lego bracelet. Pre-registration is required and participants should be members of the Summer Reading Club. $2 materials fee. The Science Center will be here! August 7 – 1-2 p.m. “Growing and Shrinking” Club Science program: Take home your own “Grow Beast” and watch it grow over time to 5 times its size in water. Make a necklace from plastic and watch it shrink to 1/4 its size using heat. For children in kindergarten through second grades who are able to attend independently. Must pre-register and MUST be signed up for Summer Reading Club. “Chemical Creations” Discovery Day: Investigate different kinds of slime through experimentation. Up to 30 children/session. For children in third through fifth grades who are able to attend independently. Must pre-register and MUST be signed up for Summer Reading Club. These programs are brought to you by the Northland Public Library Foundation. Hot Dog Day! August 8 – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 50 cent hot dogs! We will have face painting, crafts, treats, raffles and more!
READ-TO-ME SUMMER READING CLUB (for Preschoolers)
Great summer fun was had by all in the the Read-to-Me Summer Reading Club which ends on August 8. Registration for the club ended on July 31- don’t forget there are still some fun events remaining!
SPARK A REACTION TEEN SUMMER READING CLUB
SPARK a Reaction Teen Summer Reading Club is specifically designed for students in grades 6-12.Read books, do cool stuff, win an iPad mini! Point your browser to northlandlibrary.org for more details. Registration is required. See event list below. Wednesday, August 6 – 3 -4 p.m. The Teen Advisory group presents Omega Credit Union in the library’s Board Room. They will be here to talk to teens and tweens about all things money. Learn some great information that most adults wish they had known at your age. Registration required. Each Monday in August - Movie Matinees – 1 p.m. See the greatest films from some of the best Teen Book based franchises -bring your own lunch or have some popcorn on us: • August 4 at 1pm- Hunger Games • August 10 at 1pm -Harry Potter (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2) • August 18 at 1pm - Divergent The movies may change subject to availability.
Kindergarten Boot Camp
August 11, 12 & 13 from 10-11 a.m. Three mornings of games and stories to teach school skills and help with first-day jitters. Open to children entering kindergarten this fall. Please register in person at the Children’s reference desk. Registration for our five supporting municipalities begins July 21.
Mission…
August 11 – 15 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – third through fifth grades Get ready for a whole week of Mission… If your child is going into third, fourth, or fifth grade, this is the club for them. We will have fun hands-on engineering challenges each day. Registration for our five participating municipalities begins July 21. Open registration begins August 4. Please register in person at the Children/Young Adult reference desk. Space is limited to 15 young scientists per session. This program brought to you through a generous grant from Bentley Systems and the Northland Public Library Foundation.
Write On Writers Workshop
August 14 & 15 from 1-2 p.m. The Write On Writers Workshop is for children entering kindergarten through third grade who like to write stories, want to learn how to write stories, or want to write and illustrate stories but aren’t sure where to begin. This two day class will look at ways to brainstorm ideas for stories as well as story development and ways to illustrate their literary creations. Get ready for the next PBS Writer’s Contest by learning some writing tips at this workshop. Registration begins July 24.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
August 16 – 3-4 p.m. – all ages Stuffed Animals just wanna have fun. Bring your favorite stuffed animal to Northland for some crafts and hi-jinx for the Stuffed Animal Sleepover. On Saturday, August 16 from 3-4 p.m. we will make a craft for our stuffies and have a story or two. Then you will say goodbye to your friend so they can have their very own sleepover weekend at the library. You will be amazed at what they will get to do while you are not there to watch over them. Your friend can be picked up any time Monday, August 18. They may even have a little souvenir for you to enjoy at home. Registration for our five participating municipalities begins July 26. Open registration begins August 9. Please register in person at the Children/Young Adult Desk.
Science-Tots Storytime
Sept. 22 – Nov. 17 (Every Monday) at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. School will be starting in a few short weeks and then it will be time for Science-Tots storytime to begin! This program is for 3-5 year olds, ready to be on their own for a 30 to 40 minute storytime with a scientific feel. Each Monday from September 22 through November 17, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., we will explore various science topics through stories, songs, games, and experiments. Registration for our five municipalities begins September 2 with open registration beginning September 15. Please register in person at the Children’s reference desk.
Teen Summer Reading Club - More than books! Food Science & Catapult Construction
NORTHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION Northland Library wishes to thank the following people who recently contributed to our Memorial and Honor Book Giving Programs. If you are interested in honoring a loved one or a friend through a gift to Northland, please contact Kellie Kaminski at 412-366-8100, extension 104 or by email at kaminskik@einetwork.net. Memorial Book Giving: The Schmerin Family in memory of Margaret Holdcroft Birsic The Steve Schmerin Family in memory of Christina A. Caruso Brad and Deb Pifalo in memory of Regina Isenbart Honor Book Giving: William Faber in honor of Mom (For Mother’s Day)
Northland Public Library Foundation The Foundation meets in the library on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm. If you are interested in joining the Foundation Board or helping with our fundraising programs, please call 412-366-8100 x104 or email kaminskik@einetwork.net To learn more about the unique programs and activities, partnerships and current focus of fundraising goals of the Foundation visit our page on the Library’s website at:www.northlandlibrary.org/foundation. MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Northland Public Library Foundation is to build financial support through community fundraising to enhance the programs and growth of Northland Public Library.
For a complete list of all donors in June, please visit: www.northlandlibrary.org/foundation/donors.
NORTHLAND HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL FOOD TRUCK ROUND UP AUGUST 2
Join us at Northland Library’s lower parking lot on Saturday, August 2 from noon to 5 p.m. for our Second Annual Food Truck Round Up! Tasty dishes will be served from returning favorites as well as a few newcomers all while fundraising for the Library. A portion of the sales from the event will benefit the Northland Library Foundation. There are eight confirmed participants for this year:
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BRGR Bruster’s Ice Cream (Ingomar) Franktuary Oh My Grill Pittsburgh Pierogi Truck Saucy Mama’s Street Foods Pgh
Events • August 2014 Events with an asterisk indicate Northland Library events. August 1 SAT Preparation Class 2:00 p.m. Room 148-2
North Pittsburgh Past Finders 7:00 p.m. 148-1
August 2 2nd Annual Food Truck Roundup* 12:00 p.m. Library Parking Lot
StorySwap* 7:00 p.m. Board Room
August 3 CLOSED August 4
Teen Movie-Hunger Games* 1:30 p.m. Room 148-2 SAT Preparation Class 6:00 p.m. Room 148-2
First Annual Mother Goose Olympics* 6:00 p.m. Outside
August 5
August 6
Teen Advisory Group* 3:00 p.m. Board Room
Picture Book Picnic* 11:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2 SAT Preparation Class 6:00 p.m. 148-2
North Hills Genealogists Board Meeting 7:00 p.m. Board Room Tuesday Night Book Group* 7:00 p.m. 148-1
Lego Bracelet Craft* (Grade 3-5) 11:00 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Huntington Learning Center* 6:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2 August 7 Science Center-Growing and Shrinking*(Grade K-2) 1:00 p.m. Room 148-1 Science Center-Chemical Creations* (Grade 3 & Up) 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
FILLED
Birds of Western Pennsylvania* 11:00 a.m. Room 148-2
August 8 Hot Dog Day* 11:00 a.m. Outside on Lawn
NPL Foundation Board Meeting 7:00 p.m. Board Room
August 9 NA Investment Club Pittsburgh Chapter 10:00 a.m. Room 148-1
Northland Knitters* 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1
August 10 CLOSED for Summer Hours* Ausugt 11
Kindergarten Boot Camp* 10:00 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Mission…* 4:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2
Teen Movie-Harry Potter* 1:30 p.m. Room 148-2
Indian Cooking Class* 7:00 p.m. Room 148-2
Mission…* 4:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2
August 15 Writer-On Writers Workshop* 1:00 p.m. Room 148-2
Writers at Work* 6:30 p.m. 148-1 North Hills Coin Club 7:00 p.m. Room 148-2 August 12
August 14 Writers write-On Workshop* 1:00 p.m. Room 148-2
Kindergarten Boot Camp* 10:00 a.m. Room 148-1&2 Mission…* 4:30 p.m. Room 148-1& 2 Ensphere College Planning 6:30 p.m. Room 148-2
August 16 Stuffed Animal Sleepover* 3:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2 August 17 CLOSED for Summer Hours* August 18 Teen Movie-Divergent* 1:30 p.m. Room 148-2
August 13 Kindergarten Boot Camp* 10:00 a.m. Room 148-1&2
August 19 AARP Smart Drivers Course* (Refresher) 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Mission…* 4:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2
August 22 AARP Smart Drivers Course-Part 2 (of 2)* 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2 The Book Club 2:00 p.m. Room 148-1 August 23 Serious Readers Discussion Group* 11:00 a.m. Board Room Embroidery Guild of America 1:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2 Daffodil & Hosta Society 1:00 p.m. Board Room
Mission…* 4:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2
Medicare: Putting the Pieces Together* 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
YA Book Discussion Group-Shelf Respect* 3:00 p.m. Young Adult Room
Mystery Lovers Book Group* 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1
Northland Knitters* 1:00 p.m. Room 148-1
Readings in Alternative Everything* 7:00 p.m. 148-1
Foreign Film* 1:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2
August 21 AARP Smart Drivers Course – Part 1 (of 2)* 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
North Hills Genealogists* 6:45 p.m. Room 148-1&2 August 20 Travel Film* 2:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2 UPMC for Life Medicare Seminar 6:00 p.m. Room 148-1
August 24 CLOSED for Summer Hours* August 25 AAA Driving Course 9:30 a.m. Room 148-2 August 26 Highmark* 10:00 a.m. Room 148-1 NPL Authority Board Committee Meeting* 6:30 p.m. Board Room NPL Authority Board Meeting* 7:30 p.m. Board Room August 27 Conversation Salon* 1:00 p.m. Room 148-1 August 28 No Events Scheduled August 29 No Events Scheduled August 30 No Events Scheduled* August 31 CLOSED for Summer Hours*
ALL NEW 2015 ENJOY BOOKS coming soon Beginning September 2, the 2015 Enjoy Books will be on sale in the Book Nook on the upper level of the Library. Check out the all new book filled with hundreds of dollars in great values from fine dining, fast foods, entertainment, to golf deals, and much more - still at only $30 per book. Don’t forget, while picking up one for yourself - Christmas is right around the corner! Proceeds from the sale benefit the Library through the Northland Public Library Foundation.
Computer Classes • August 2014
IMPORTANT: As of July 7, 2014, you MUST have a library card in good standing in order to gain access to a public computer. Patrons will be prompted to enter their library card number in order to start the session. ***Please Note: It is not necessary to have a library card to register for any of the computer classes listed below.
Northland Library offers these classes free of charge. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. You may register in person at the Computer Center on the upper level, or by calling (412) 366-8100 extension 131. Please notify the Computer Center if you are registered for a class and are unable to attend.
INTRODUCTORY CLASSES Introduction to Computers (For beginning computer users.) • Tuesday, August 5, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • Friday, August 15, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • Thursday, August 21, 12:30 p.m. -2:00 p.m. Introduction to the Internet In this combination of lecture and hands-on experience, participants will learn the basic layout of the Internet Explorer web browser. Participants will also work with browser Tabs and conduct searches using Search Engines and web addresses. Must have computer competence - mouse skills and some typing. • Tuesday, August 19, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • Thursday, August 28, 12:30 p.m. -2:00 p.m. • Friday, August 29, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
MICROSOFT OFFICE SOFTWARE Introduction to Word 2010 Part 1 (of 2) (For students with no previous Word experience. Must have mouse skills.) • Tuesday, August 5, 12:30 p.m. -2:00 p.m. • Friday, August 15, 12:30 p.m. -2:00 p.m. Introduction to Word 2010 Part 2 (of 2) (Prerequisite: participation in the Introduction to Word 2010 Part 1 class.) • Tuesday, August 19, 12:30 p.m. -2:00 p.m. • Friday August 29, 12:30 p.m. -2:00 p.m. Introduction to Excel 2010 Part 1 (of 2) (Must have Word competence.) • Thursday, August 21, 10:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Introduction to Excel Part 2 (of 2) (Prerequisite: participation in the Introduction to Excel Part 1 class.) • Thursday, August 28, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
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