See the current month's issue of "Happenings" for movie titles and descriptions.
GARDENS ADULT PROGRAMS
Tue, May 08, 6:30 pm
Small Claim Lawsuits & Mediation
Learn how to file a small claims lawsuit and present your case to the judge, or how mediation can resolve your issue without an attorney or going to court. (60 min.) Preregister.
Wed, May 09, 2:30 pm
Releasing Shame & Defeating
the Stigma of Mental Illness
Dena Foman, author of “Only I Can Define Me: Releasing Shame and Growing Into My Adult Self,” shares her story about dealing with family members suffering from mental illness. (90 min.) Preregister.
Thu, May 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2:30 pm
Great Courses® Documentaries: Shostakovich-His Life & Music
Discover the life of the great musical master and flawed but faithful witness to the survival of the human spirit under totalitarianism. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Preregister. Shown with permission. Not rated.
05/10: Pt. 1 & 2: Let the Controversy Begin;
The Kid's Got Talent!
05/17: Pt. 3 & 4: Lady Macbeth; Resurrection.
05/24: Pt. 5 & 6: The Great Patriotic War;
Repression & Depression.
05/31: Pt. 7 & 8: The Thaw; Illness &
Inspiration.
Sun, May 13, 2:00 pm
Sunday Cinema
©USA Films. (124 min.) Preregister. PG-13
Tue, May 15, 2:30 pm
Learn to Let Go of Clutter
Are you living in CHAOS (Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome)? Kathy Andio will share the underlying reasons for your clutter and tips to motivate you to “let go” of all that “stuff.” Preregister.
Tue, May 15, 6:30 pm
Workshop with the Wine Guy —
Bob Burchill
Learn how to pick perfect wines for different occasions. (90 min.) Preregister.
Wed, May 16, 6:30 pm
Socrates Café
Marji Chapman, of the Society of Philosophical Inquiry, leads discussion groups for amateur philosophers on a variety of group-chosen topics. (90 min.) Preregister.
GARDENS CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Please call the branch for additional information regarding children's programs.
View the regular weekly storytime schedule here.
Now – May 11
Spring Story Times
Stop by or call now to sign up your child for age-appropriate sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays for ages 13 mos. through 7 years. Preregister.
GARDENS TEEN PROGRAMS
There are currently no teen programs scheduled.
GARDENS COMPUTER TRAINING
Please call the branch to sign up for training classes.
Tue, May 08, 10:30 am
Beginning Computers (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Mousing
Learn the basics about computers including hardware, software, files, and networks. (60 min.) Preregister.
Wed, May 09, 10:30 am
Basic Windows (Hands-on)
Learn the basics of moving around in the Windows environment and get practice using a mouse. (60 min.) Preregister.
Thu, May 10, 10:30 am
Basic Word Processing (Hands-on)
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word to create school reports or résumés. Some computer experience necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.
Tue, May 15, 10:30 am
Browser Basics (Hands-on)
Learn the basics of using the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser. Some computer experience is necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.
Wed, May 16, 10:30 am
Internet Basics (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn the basics for searching on the World Wide Web. Experience using a mouse required. (60 min.) Preregister.
Thu, May 17, 10:30 am
File Basics (Hands-on)
Learn how create, name, move, and organize files and folders on your computer. (60 min.) Preregister.
Tue, May 22, 10:30 am
Intermediate Word Processing (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Basic Word Processing
Students will learn line spacing, tabs, bullets and numbering lists, headers and footers, and more. (2 hr.) Preregister.
Wed, May 23, 10:30 am
E-Mail Basics (Hands-on)
Learn how to use Yahoo (a free, web-based, e-mail program), how to send and receive mail, and how to create folders and an address book. Some computer experience necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.
Thu, May 24, 10:30 am
Search Tools (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn how to use the Google search engine, web directories, and meta-search engines to find information on the Internet. (60 min.) Preregister.
Wed, May 30, 10:30 am
eBooks — Basics (Lecture)
Learn about the Library’s eBook service, where to get eBooks, and what’s needed to transfer an eBook to a reader. Bring your compatible eReader, mobile device or tablet and library card for after lecture assitance. (60 - 90 min.) Preregister.
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