This Month at the Main Library

Adult Programs | Children's Programs | Computer Training

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Phone Number: 561-233-2600

MAIN LIBRARY ADULT PROGRAMS

Wed, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6:00 p.m.
Workforce Wednesdays: Fast Track for Job Seekers
Instruction at 6:00 p.m. on a different topic each week including résumé writing and posting it on the Internet, Internet job searching, interview skills, career development resources, and more. At 7:00 p.m. get help setting up a free e-mail account, and improving computer skills necessary to get a job. Bring a flash drive to save your work. (2¾ hr.) Preregister.

Thu, July 9, 2:00 p.m. Adult
E-Government Help on the Internet
Government Research Services’ staff will demonstrate where to find government services and forms on the Internet. (2 hr.)

Wed, July 15, 2:00 p.m.
How to be certified as an 8(a)/SBE/MBE (Minority, or Woman-Owned) Business
Learn certification requirements and procedures for disadvantaged, minority, and women business owners who want to sell to the government. Presented by the Small Business Development Center. Call 561-862-4782 for more information and to reregister. (2 hr.)

Fri, July 17, 1:30 p.m. Adult
Centennial, 1909-2009: Discovering Palm Beach County History on the Net
Join Government Research Services’ staff for a look at local history resources both in the library and on the Internet. (60 min.)

Thu, July 23, 2:00 p.m.
Discover the World of Movies: WALL-E
In this charming, animated film for all ages, the robot WALL-E brings mankind back to earth and falls in love to the music of “Hello Dolly.” (93 min.) G

MAIN LIBRARY YOUTH PROGRAMS

Mon, June 15 & 29, 4:00 p.m. Teen
Game Days of Summer
Come every other week ready to play all sorts of games, from board and card games to DVD/trivia games and video games. Ages 12-18. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Tue, 10:00 a.m. Child
June 16: Ages 3-5.
June 30: Ages 5 & up.
Musical Creations
Create your own musical instruments and shake, rattle, and play. (60 min.) Preregister.

Sat, June 27, 2:00 p.m. Child/Tween
Ready, Set, Go — Camping
Whether you are an experienced camper or getting ready to take your first camping trip, have fun playing camping games, learning to make an edible campfire, pitching a tent, planning your own camping trip, and more! Ages 6-11. (90 min.) Preregister.

Tue, June 30, 2:00 p.m. Child
Patriotic Crafts
Make patriotic crafts to help celebrate America’s birthday on July 4. Ages 4-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Child.

Wed, July 1, 8, 15 & 22, 10:00 a.m. Child
Nature’s Art Box
Go “green” and create earth-friendly art projects from natural and found materials. Ages 5-10. (45 min.)

Wed, July 1, 2:00 p.m. Child
Colorful Science
Make a kaleidoscope and learn how to reflect the spectrum of colors. Ages 5-11. (30 min.) Preregister.

Wed, July 1, 3:00 p.m. Family
Centennial Sue
Take a trip back 100 years to meet Centennial Sue, a turn of the century school teacher who can’t believe that changes are going to happen to Palm Beach County. Enjoy songs, stories, and loads of fun. Ages 5 & up. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, July 2, 11:00 a.m. Family
Molly Mighty Moo Puppet Show  
Sing-along and watch Molly Mighty Moo in her adventure to save the planet. Bring a camera for the surprise at the end! All ages. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, July 2, 9, 16 & 23, 5:00 p.m. Teen
Fashion Fury
Take a look through fashion history in a month. Each week we’ll discuss a decade and you’ll design your very own item from that era. Ages 12 & up. (60 min.) Preregister.

Mon, July 6, 10:00 a.m. Child
Berenstain Bears’ Picnic
CeleBEARate author Jan Berenstain’s birthday with us as we honor the Berenstain Bears. Make a picnic basket and watch a movie. Ages 3-6. (60 min.) Preregister.

Mon, July 6 & 20, 4:00 p.m. Teen
Totally Cosmo Crafts
Join us every other week during the summer to make crafts from the book “CosmoGirl Make it Yourself: 50 Fun and Funky Projects,” and the craft/DIY section of CosmoGirl’s web site. Boys can make gifts for friends, mothers, sisters, or any other girls in their lives. Ages 12 & up. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Tue, July 7, 9:30 a.m. Child
Cool Ice Cream
We’ll read books and make crafts about this cool summer treat. Ages 1-3. (30 min.) Preregister.

Tue, July 7, 6:30 p.m. Teen
T.A.B.
We need your creative ideas to help plan programs for teens like you. Bring a friend, play games, and enjoy snacks. Ages 12-18. (90 min.) Preregister.

Wed, July 8, 2:00 p.m. Child
Messy Mixtures
Have fun making messy mixtures that will turn to gooey slime and Play Dough. Ages 5-11. (45 min.) Preregister.

Wed, July 8, 2:00 p.m. Child
Messy Mixtures
Have fun making messy mixtures that will turn to gooey slime and Play Dough. Ages 5-11. (45 min.)

Sábado, 11 de julio, 2:00 p.m. Familia/Family
Sat, July 11, 2:00 p.m.
Club de Ajedrez
Chess Club
Ven y participa en este evento. Si eres principiante te ofrecemos una clase y si ya sabes tendrás alguien con quien jugar. Abierto a todas las edades y todo tipo de jugador. Join us for a beginner’s class and play with other chess players. All ages.

Mon, July 13, 2:00 p.m. Tween/Teen
Disney in South Florida
Think you’re the queen or king? Play Disney SceneIt and the new Dance Dance Revolution: DisneyGrooves, and see if you really are the fairest of them all. Ages 8 & up. (90 min.) Preregister.

Mon, July 13 & 27, 4:00 p.m. Teen
Game Days of Summer
Games will vary every other week from board and card games to DVD/trivia games and video games. Bring your favorite age-appropriate game from home. Ages 12-18. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Sat, July 18, 2:00 p.m. Tween/Teen
Tween Time/Teen Scene: E-Games
You’ll enjoy playing different electronic games with other kids this summer. Ages 8-16. (2 hr.)

Tue, July 21, 2:00 p.m. Child
Kids’ Craft Corner: Earth Frames
Get your picture taken or bring in a small picture to put in your “Save the Earth” frame. Ages 4-6. (30 min.) Preregister.

Tue, July 21, 3:30 p.m. Child
Plant a Book
Enjoy stories about plants and things that grow. Decorate a flower pot and plant a seed to take home and watch it grow. Ages 4 & up. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, July 22, 2:00 p.m. Child
Flying Paper Machines
Up, up and fly away with a paper model airplane you can make and take home. Ages 5-11. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, July 23, 11:00 a.m. Child
Roger Dean Stadium Mascot Visit
We’ll read stories about baseball. In anticipation of “Library Night” at Roger Dean stadium, Hamilton R. Head (mascot for the Jupiter Hammerheads), or Robbie the Redbird (mascot for the Palm Beach Cardinals) will visit to celebrate the Summer Reading Program. Bring your cameras. Ages 4 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.

Fri, July 24, 3:15 p.m. Child
Children’s Movie Magic: TinkerBell
Journey into the secret world of Pixie Hollow and watch as TinkerBell and her four fairy friends learn the importance of being true to yourself. All ages. (78 min.) G

Sat, July 25, 2:00 p.m. Teen
Hair 102
Want hair like a celebrity? We’ll transform a model’s hair from flat to fabulous. Learn styling tips and techniques for any occasion. Ages 12 & up. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, July 28, 5:00 p.m. Teen
Teen Scene: Twilight Party
Dress in costume and come to a pre-movie premiere party. Enjoy trivia, games, and crafts. Snacks provided. Ages 12-16. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, July 28, 6:30 p.m. Teen/Adult
Movie Magic: Twilight
An action-packed, modern day love story between a teenage girl and a vampire. Ages 12 & up. (122 min.) PG-13

Wed, July 29, 2:00 p.m. Child
Wacky Whirligigs
Create a silly whirligig that will flutter in the wind. Ages 5-11. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, July 30, 2:00 p.m. Child
Art-Ventures: Colorful Collage
Your fingers will get sticky as you create a colorful collage. Ages 5-11. (45 min.) Preregister.

MAIN LIBRARY COMPUTER TRAINING

Tue, July 14, 10:00 a.m.
Access Basics (Hands-on)
Learn how to use Microsoft Access to create a database for compiling and sorting data. Some computer experience is necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, July 15, 1:00 p.m.
Look It Up! (Hands-on)
Learn how to access your library account from home, renew your materials, locate items, place books on hold, and find book reviews. Using the library databases, learn how to access newspapers, magazines, books, readers advisories and more. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, July 16, 10:00 a.m.
Excel Basics (Hands-on)
Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program that can be used to input and sort data. Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet and make simple charts and graphs. (60 min.) Some computer experience is necessary. Preregister.

Thu, July 16, 1:00 p.m.
PowerPoint Basics (Hands-on)
Create a simple presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Some computer experience recommended. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, July 16, 2:30 p.m.
Mousing (Hands-on)
Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, July 22, 1:00 p.m.
Résumé Basics (Hands-on)
Learn tips for creating a better résumé with this class. Participants should have word processing experience. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, July 22, 6:30 p.m.
Internet Tips & Tricks (Lecture)
Learn how to use different Web search tools and helpful tips and tricks for using your browser. Some computer knowledge is necessary. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Thu, July 23, 1:00 p.m.
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.

Thu, July 23, 2:30 p.m.
E-mail Basics (Hands-on)
Prerequisites: Beginning Internet & mouse experience
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. (60 min.) Preregister.

Sat, July 25, 9:00 a.m.
Traitement de Texte (Hands-on)
(Word Processing in Creole)
Apran koman pou w itilize Microsoft Word, pou ekri, ouvri, femen, dokiman, let, resume, epi koman pou fe chanjman nan yon dokiman epi konsevation etc. (60 min.) Anregistre alavans.

Miércoles, 29 de julio, 1:00 p.m.
Procesamiento de Textos (Hands-on)
(Word Processing in Spanish)
Aprende cómo utilizar el procesador de textos para redactar documentos. (2 hr.) Se requiere registrarse.