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MAIN ADULT PROGRAMS |
Wed, Feb. 3, Feb. 17, & Feb. 24, 3:00 p.m.
Workforce Wednesdays: Fast Track for Job Seekers
Our computers are waiting for you…
Job searching skills instruction from 3:00-4:00 p.m., covering different topics each week:
2/03: Searching using Library databases.
2/10: Canceled.
2/17: Job and career web sites.
2/24: Résumé posting.
A job seekers open computer lab from 4:00-6:00 p.m., includes free time to work undisturbed on a computer. Adults only. Bring a flash drive to save your work. (3 hr.) Preregister. |
Wed, Feb. 3, 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate Black History Month —
Meet the Author: Barbara E. Mauzy
Barbara E. Mauzy, a prolific author of antique collecting books, explores the historical relationship between African- and Anglo-Saxon Americans by focusing on the use of Black images in products that are now collected or hated depending on one’s perspective. She’ll bring dolls, kitchenware, books, and product packages, which were based on preconceived ideas and prejudices. The book “African-Americana” will be on sale and $5 from each purchase will be donated to the Friends of the Library. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Feb. 4, 2:30 p.m.
Business Searching
Our Business Librarian will show you how to use Library’s databases and the Internet to help with your business needs. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Feb. 9, 2:00 p.m.
(NEW CLASS FOR 2010!)
How to Do Business with Palm Beach County
Learn how to register your business with federal, state, and county governments, and how to use the Internet to locate web sites to provide you with business opportunities. Presented by PBCC’s Small Business Development Center. Call 561-862-4782 for more information and to preregister. (2 hr.) |
Fri, Feb. 12, 2:00 p.m.
Express Yourself: Book Discussion Series
Dr. Carole Policy will lead a discussion of “The Audacity of Hope,” by Barack Obama. Sign up and check out the book (90 min.) |
Thu, Feb. 18, 10:00 a.m.
Natural Medicine: Finding Trusted Resources
A Health Librarian will teach you about resources you can trust for natural medicine. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Feb. 18, 2:00 p.m.
Workforce Alliance to Help Out Job Seekers
Job seekers can fill out forms and learn about career opportunities on the Workforce Alliance mobile vehicle with 12 computers inside. You can register with the Workforce Alliance and the Employ Florida web site. (3 hr.) Preregister. |
Fri, Feb. 19, 2:00 p.m.
Discover the World Movies: Julie & Julia
To do something meaningful with her life, a young woman spends a year making every recipe in Julia Child’s “Mastering the Art of French Cooking.” Starring Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. (123 min.) PG-13 |
Mon, Feb. 22, 1:00 p.m.
Your Money Bus on Tour: Financial Freedom Is on the Way
The National Association of Professional Financial Advisors (NAPFSA) program is to help you plan for a secure financial future. Held in the Meeting Room with a visit to the money bus parked outside. Pre-register. |
Wed, Feb. 24, 5:30 p.m.
How to Be Certified as an 8(a)/SBE/MBE (Minority, or Woman-Owned) Business
Learn about the different types of certification at federal, state, and municipal levels with government and quasi-government agencies, how to decide which certifications you qualify for, how to apply for them, and how to maximize the benefits of certifications once they are achieved. Presented by PBCC’s Small Business Development Call 561-862-4782 to preregister. (2 hr.) |
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MAIN CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS |
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Wed, Feb. 3, 3:15 p.m.
Money, Money, Money!
We’ll read books, do activities, and create a craft all about money, as we identify each type and learn their values. Ages 5-8. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, Feb. 6, 2:00 p.m.
Don’t Judge a Book by its Movie: Journey to the Center of the Earth
On a quest to learn what happened to his missing brother, a scientist, his nephew, and their guide discover a fantastic and dangerous lost world in the center of the earth. Read Jules Verne’s book, then see the movie in 3D! Popcorn provided! Ages 9 & up; tweens & teens. (123 min.) Preregister. PG |
Mon, Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m.
Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
Find out if you are a child of Athena or Poseidon and enjoy crafts and games as you await the arrival of the movie. Ages 12-17; teens & tweens. (90 min.) |
Thu, Feb. 11, 10:00 a.m.
Hugs & Kisses Baby!
We’ll celebrate the holiday by reading books, listening to music, and creating crafts for our littlest Valentines. Ages 1-3. (30 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Feb. 11, 3:15 p.m.
Winter Olympics, 2010
The Winter Olympics are here! We’ll read books and do an Olympic Bingo activity, as well as crafts and music. Ages 6-8. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Feb. 16, 3:15 p.m.
Jazzy Journal
Express yourself by bedazzling your journal and read different journal topics. Journals provided. (60 min.) Ages 8-12. Preregister. |
Thu, Feb. 18, 3:15 p.m.
American Girl History Club: Addy Walker
We’ll learn about the 1860s through the eyes of an escaped slave and make a craft inspired by the era. Ages 7-10. Preregister. |
Fri, Feb. 26, 3:15 p.m.
Children’s Movie Magic: Up
After 78-year-old Carl Fredericksen rigs thousands of helium balloons to his house, he floats away with Wilderness Explorer Scout, Russell, who has stowed away. Enjoy their adventures in the tropical jungle with wonderful characters. All ages. (96 min.) PG |
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MAIN TEEN PROGRAMS |
Sat, Jan. 30 2:00 p.m.
PBCLS Stackers
Let’s go “Back to the Beginning” and learn the basics of sport stacking in our new club. Each meeting will increase your skill levels and help you perform the perfect cycle stack. Ages 12-17; tweens & teens. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.
T.A.B. – Valentine Fun
We’ll play games, eat chocolate, make a (mostly) edible iPod, and brainstorm all of your creative ideas about teens. Ages 11-17. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Feb. 11, 5:15 p.m.
Music Shuffle Poetry
Bring your mp3 player/IPOD and use your playlist to create original poetry and read poems. Grades 6 and up. (45 min). Preregister. |
Sat, Feb. 20, 2:00 p.m.
Library Olympics
In honor of the Winter Olympics, try your hand at newspaper hockey, and show off your balance, speed, and other skills for a chance to win a gold medal! Ages 11-17. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Feb. 25, 4:15 p.m.
Mardi Gras
Celebrate and learn about this annual festival as we make masks and decorate a King Cake. Ages 12-17. (75 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, Feb. 27, 2:00 p.m.
PBCLS Stackers
Come learn about the sport that is sweeping the nation. Ages 12-17; tweens & teens. |
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MAIN COMPUTER TRAINING |
Tue, Feb. 2, 10:00 a.m.
Browser Basics (Hands-on)
Learn the basics of the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Feb. 2, 1:00 p.m.
Excel Basics (Hands-on)
Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet and make simple charts and graphs. (60 min.)
Some computer experience is necessary. Preregister.
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Wed, Feb. 3, 9:00 a.m.
E-Government Help (Hands-on)
This class demonstrates the resources needed to locate the vast wealth of government information on the Internet. (90 min.) Preregister.
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Miércoles, 3 de Febrero, 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. |
Sat, Feb. 6, 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. |
Tue, Feb. 9, 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. |
Thu, Feb. 11. 1:00 p.m.
PowerPoint Basics (Hands-on)
Create a simple presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Some computer experience recommended. (75 min.) Preregister |
Thu, Feb. 11. 2:30 p.m.
Mousing (Hands-on)
Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister.
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Tue, Feb. 16, 10:00 a.m.
Thu, Feb. 25, 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. |
Tue, Feb. 16, 1:00 p.m.
Social Networking & Facebook (Hands-on)
An email account is required for this class. What is social networking? Learn how to keep in touch with friends using sites like Facebook. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, Feb. 17, 1:00 p.m.
Résumé Basics (Hands-on)
Learn tips for creating a better résumé. Word processing experience required. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Feb. 23, 10:00 a.m.
Basic Windows (Hands-on)
Learn the basics of moving around in the Windows environment and get some practice using a mouse. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Feb. 23, 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. |
Miércoles, 24 de Febrero, 1:00 p.m.
Correo Electrónico Básico (Hands-on)
(Spanish E-mail)
Aprenda lo básico para crear y usar una cuenta de correo electrónico en esta conferencia que se dictará en español. (90 min.) Se requiere registrarse. |
Thu, Feb. 25, 2:30 p.m.
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. |
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