Events at the Library
Events for May 22-September 21, 2013 |
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Internet Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basic skills required to search the Internet. Included will be hands-on exercises and take-home instruction sheets. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Tribute to Percy Jackson: Mythology 101
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 8 and older are invited to explore the world of Greek mythology mixed in with a little magic during this program presented by FamilyTime Entertainment. Fans of the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan can pick up a free copy of one of the books in the series, while supplies last, at the program. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Peter Pan
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Peter Pan" (G). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Peter Pan
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Peter Pan" (G). | |||
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Duct Tape Messenger Bags: Teen Workshop
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Teens are invited to use sharp cutting tools to create a one-of-a-kind messenger bag during this workshop presented by Art With a Heart. Attendees should arrive on time so they can complete the project. | |||
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Dog Communications Class
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Age Level: Adults, Families | |||
Adults and families are invited as representatives from the Humane Society explain what your dog may be saying to you when he is stubborn, bites, or doesn't seem to be listening. Attendees will learn the tools to "speak dog." A dog will be in attendance. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Beginner's Microsoft Word 2010
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2010. The class includes instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Dr. Seuss' The Lorax
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Dr. Seuss' The Lorax" (PG). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Dr. Seuss' The Lorax
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Dr. Seuss' The Lorax" (PG). | |||
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Beginner's Microsoft Word 2010
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2010. The class includes instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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Can You Dig It Juggling Show with Troy Roark
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a funny and insightful educational program by Master Entertainer Troy Roark. His show is filled with juggling, magic and comedy. Attendees will leave with a message that will be remembered long after the show is over. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Beginner's Microsoft Word 2010
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2010. The class includes instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Madagascar 3
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Madagascar 3" (PG). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Madagascar 3
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Madagascar 3" (PG). | |||
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As I Recall Storytelling Guild
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to share or listen to family stories with professional storytellers Sandra Harris and Ken Oguss during this program presented in partnership with Storytelling Arts of Indiana. | |||
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Beginner's Microsoft Word 2010
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2010. The class includes instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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Indiana Pacers Fan Van
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children of all ages and families are invited to take a reading time out and read like a pro with members of the Indiana Pacers. This storytime will feature community guest readers and the Indiana Pacers' "wheel of prizes." | |||
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Critter Chats
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to meet an animal face-to-face and spend time getting to know about it. Presented by Animalia, this program will allow attendees to ask questions about the animal they see. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Critter Chat programs made possible by The Kroger Co. | |||
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Portal Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Group
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Age Level: Adults, Teen (12-17) | |||
Adults and teens are invited to this monthly book discussion group that focuses on science fiction and fantasy themes rather than book titles. There is a topic posted for each month. Come prepared to discuss your favorite titles related to that topic. See the Library's Portal Facebook page for a list of 2013 themes and other information. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Wreck-It Ralph
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Wreck-It Ralph" (PG). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Wreck-It Ralph
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Wreck-It Ralph" (PG). | |||
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Accordion Travel Map Collage Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 8 and up are invited to create a road map to guide their travels using stickers, old maps and other images. This 60-minute workshop is presented by Art With a Heart. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Internet Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basic skills required to search the Internet. Included will be hands-on exercises and take-home instruction sheets. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Frankenweenie
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Frankenweenie" (PG). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Frankenweenie
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Frankenweenie" (PG). | |||
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CLANG! Concert
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to a fun music concert featuring the percussion group, CLANG! Its musicians play homemade and wacky instruments. Kids will have a chance to help out with the music! | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Mobile Lab for Children
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Young ones ages 10 - 14 are invited to use laptops and software to explore digital creations of music, art and film inspired by the colorful era of the 1960's. Each participant will receive a USB drive to keep. | |||
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Mobile Lab for Children
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Young ones ages 10 - 14 are invited to use laptops and software to explore digital creations of music, art and film inspired by the colorful era of the 1960's. Each participant will receive a USB drive to keep. | |||
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Internet Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basic skills required to search the Internet. Included will be hands-on exercises and take-home instruction sheets. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Hotel Transylvania
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Hotel Transylvania" (PG). | |||
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Mobile Lab for Children
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Young ones ages 10 - 14 are invited to use laptops and software to explore digital creations of music, art and film inspired by the colorful era of the 1960's. Each participant will receive a USB drive to keep. | |||
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Mobile Lab for Children
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Young ones ages 10 - 14 are invited to use laptops and software to explore digital creations of music, art and film inspired by the colorful era of the 1960's. Each participant will receive a USB drive to keep. | |||
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Mobile Lab for Children
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Young ones ages 10 - 14 are invited to use laptops and software to explore digital creations of music, art and film inspired by the colorful era of the 1960's. Each participant will receive a USB drive to keep. | |||
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Mobile Lab for Children
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Young ones ages 10 - 14 are invited to use laptops and software to explore digital creations of music, art and film inspired by the colorful era of the 1960's. Each participant will receive a USB drive to keep. | |||
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Internet Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the basic skills required to search the Internet. Included will be hands-on exercises and take-home instruction sheets. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Rise of the Guardians
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Rise of the Guardians" (PG). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Rise of the Guardians
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Rise of the Guardians" (PG). | |||
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As I Recall Storytelling Guild
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to share or listen to family stories with professional storytellers Sandra Harris and Ken Oguss during this program presented in partnership with Storytelling Arts of Indiana. | |||
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Critter Chats
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to meet an animal face-to-face and spend time getting to know about it. Presented by Animalia, this program will allow attendees to ask questions about the animal they see. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Critter Chat programs made possible by The Kroger Co. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Brave
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Brave" (PG). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Brave
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Brave" (PG). | |||
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Altered Album Cover Art Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 8 and up are invited to talk about and investigate the album art of The Beatles. Presented by the Indianapolis Art Center, this workshop will show young ones how visual art and music work together. Using collage materials and old LP sleeves, participants will alter an album cover to create a new, original cover for the recording artist or group of their choice. | |||
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Portal Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Group
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Age Level: Adults, Teen (12-17) | |||
Adults and teens are invited to this monthly book discussion group that focuses on science fiction and fantasy themes rather than book titles. There is a topic posted for each month. Come prepared to discuss your favorite titles related to that topic. See the Library's Portal Facebook page for a list of 2013 themes and other information. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Microsoft Word 2010 Level II
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn more about the bells and whistles of Microsoft Word 2010, including how to use columns, bullets, basic graphics and shortcuts to make documents more functional. This class requires basic knowledge of Microsoft Word. | |||
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ABC's of Diabetes
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults with diabetes or pre-diabetes along with family members and friends are invited to this four-part series accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. It includes instruction on medications, nutrition, exercise, monitoring, complications and available community resources. Class members will participate in individual consultations will a registered dietitian, registered nurse and health educator. Register by calling 221-2094 or online at www.mchd.com/diabetes. | |||
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Microsoft Word 2010 Level II
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn more about the bells and whistles of Microsoft Word 2010, including how to use columns, bullets, basic graphics and shortcuts to make documents more functional. This class requires basic knowledge of Microsoft Word. | |||
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Win Against Invasive Plants
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to this one-hour workshop presented by the Hoosier Heartland Resource Conservation and Development council in cooperation with other agencies on invasive plant identification and control. With this information the typical homeowner can begin to eradicate invasive plants on their property or in their neighborhood. | |||
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Microsoft Word 2010 Level II
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn more about the bells and whistles of Microsoft Word 2010, including how to use columns, bullets, basic graphics and shortcuts to make documents more functional. This class requires basic knowledge of Microsoft Word. | |||
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ABC's of Diabetes
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults with diabetes or pre-diabetes along with family members and friends are invited to this four-part series accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. It includes instruction on medications, nutrition, exercise, monitoring, complications and available community resources. Class members will participate in individual consultations will a registered dietitian, registered nurse and health educator. Register by calling 221-2094 or online at www.mchd.com/diabetes. | |||
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Microsoft Word 2010 Level II
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn more about the bells and whistles of Microsoft Word 2010, including how to use columns, bullets, basic graphics and shortcuts to make documents more functional. This class requires basic knowledge of Microsoft Word. | |||
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ABC's of Diabetes
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults with diabetes or pre-diabetes along with family members and friends are invited to this four-part series accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. It includes instruction on medications, nutrition, exercise, monitoring, complications and available community resources. Class members will participate in individual consultations will a registered dietitian, registered nurse and health educator. Register by calling 221-2094 or online at www.mchd.com/diabetes. | |||
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As I Recall Storytelling Guild
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to share or listen to family stories with professional storytellers Sandra Harris and Ken Oguss during this program presented in partnership with Storytelling Arts of Indiana. | |||
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Portal Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Group
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Age Level: Adults, Teen (12-17) | |||
Adults and teens are invited to this monthly book discussion group that focuses on science fiction and fantasy themes rather than book titles. There is a topic posted for each month. Come prepared to discuss your favorite titles related to that topic. See the Library's Portal Facebook page for a list of 2013 themes and other information. | |||
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ABC's of Diabetes
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults with diabetes or pre-diabetes along with family members and friends are invited to this four-part series accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. It includes instruction on medications, nutrition, exercise, monitoring, complications and available community resources. Class members will participate in individual consultations will a registered dietitian, registered nurse and health educator. Register by calling 221-2094 or online at www.mchd.com/diabetes. | |||
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Computer Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the components of a computer, along with the use of a mouse, the keyboard, toolbars and desktop features. Included will be instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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Computer Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the components of a computer, along with the use of a mouse, the keyboard, toolbars and desktop features. Included will be instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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Computer Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the components of a computer, along with the use of a mouse, the keyboard, toolbars and desktop features. Included will be instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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Computer Basics at Glendale
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn the components of a computer, along with the use of a mouse, the keyboard, toolbars and desktop features. Included will be instructions, hands-on exercises and teaching notes. | |||
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As I Recall Storytelling Guild
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to share or listen to family stories with professional storytellers Sandra Harris and Ken Oguss during this program presented in partnership with Storytelling Arts of Indiana. | |||
