West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC

August Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:25:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC August 2011 Press Release

Out of session hours July 23rd - August 18th

Mondays & Thursdays: 9:00am – 8:00pm

Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 9:00am – 6:00pm

Fridays: 9:00am – 4:00pm

Saturdays: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Sundays: Closed

Storytime will not be held the weeks of Aug. 5- Aug.18.

Adult Programs

*Adult Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Thursday, August 2^nd at 12:30pm –iPads and Tablets:

Thursday, August 9^th at 12:30pm – Internet Basics. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Thursday, August 23^rd at 12:30pm – Excel Basics. Get started with Microsoft Excel. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, August 30^th at 12:30pm – Word Basics – Learn the beginning steps for Microsoft Word. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Student Centered Computer Workshops

Tuesday, August 7^th 6pm – Angel Workshop – Learn the ins and outs of the SPC online learning system; ANGEL.

Tuesday, August 14^th 6pm - Angel Workshop – Learn the ins and outs of the SPC online learning system; ANGEL.

Tuesday, August 21^st 6pm – My Planner – Planning your academic path with SPC online tools.

Tuesday, August 28^th 6pm – MySPC – Manage your schedule and tap into free resources. Includes instructions on how to drop/add classes.

*African American Genealogy

Saturday, August 4th at 10am

Librarian and Pinellas Genealogy Society instructor Harriet Thompkins will present a class on African-American Genealogy at the West St. Petersburg Community Library at St. Petersburg College. Ms. Thompkins will demonstrate how African Americans can research their family histories, and will use personal experiences to show challenges, techniques and strategies to uncover the family trees of this specialized population.

*Adult Book Club

Saturday, August 25^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer. All are welcome to attend.

Teens

*Teen Night

Thursday, August 2^nd 6pm-8pm

Games and fun. Ages 12-19

Children

*Florida Library Youth Program Storytime

Wednesday, August 1 at 2:30pm

A special story time in conjunction with our kids’ summer reading program. This year’s theme is Dream Big, READ! Discover Dewey.

Elementary age children welcome.

*Preschool Jams

Every Tuesday 10:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

*Toddler Tunes

Every Tuesday 9:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

*These programs are presented as public library programs in association with the St. Petersburg Public Library System. These are not SPC sponsored programs.

Future of the Book

noreply@blogger.com (Chad Mairn) — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 18:09:00 +0000

ACRL has released a new research report, “Futures Thinking for Academic Librarians: Scenarios for the Future of the Book,” to help librarians reexamine their assumptions, which may be grounded in the current e-book zeitgeist. Authored by David J. Staley, director of the Harvey Goldberg Center for Excellence in Teaching in the History Department of Ohio State University, the report is a companion to the 2010 report Staley co-authored for ACRL, “Futures Thinking for Academic Librarians: Higher Education in 2025.”

This new report presents four scenarios, based in part on feedback from academic library directors. It includes scenarios which intentionally favor the continued existence of the printed book as a viable technology, so that academic and research librarians may expand their thinking about the future to include a richer set of environmental conditions.

The full report is freely available in the publications section of the ACRL website(PDF). For more discussion of the report, listen to a podcast conversation with Staley and ACRL President Joyce L. Ogburn.

June Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Tue, 22 May 2012 18:33:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC June 2012 Press Release

Adult Programs

*Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Thursday, June 7th at 1pm – Helpful Android Applications – Learn about useful software applications for your android smart phone. Registration is required. 727-341-7183.

Thursday, June 14^th at 12:30pm – Internet Basics – Come and learn to use the internet from the beginning steps. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Thursday, June 21st at 12:30pm – Microsoft Word Basics – Learn basic word processing. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, June 28th at 12:30pm –Excel Basics. Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

*Tai Chi demonstration and workshop

Saturday June 30th at 10:30

Tai Chi is learned by doing. The beginner class format is quite simple. You do not have to be in great physical shape to start learning - people of all ages and conditions can learn. The moves can be performed in any comfortable clothing. It is recommended that you wear shoes that offer good support and balance, like comfortable walking shoes or sneakers.

*Adult Book Club

Saturday, June 23^rd at 10:30am

We will be discussing Curse the River of Time By Per Petterson. All are welcome to attend.

*St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

*Teen Nights

Thursdays, June 13^th& 20^th and 27^th from 6pm-8pm

Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

*Children’s Summer Reading Program begins!

Summer Reading June 10-August 4

*Storytime Vacation

There will be no storytime during this period as we prepare for our summer reading program

May 18^th through June 10^th

*Juneteenth Celebration

Tuesday, June 19^th 3:30pm

Learn about Juneteenth and its meaning with presenter Faye Dowdell. Make an African drum! Prizes and fun for kids.

*Florida Library Youth Program Story Time and Special Programs

Wednesdays, at 2:30pm June 12th, 19^th & 26^th

A special story time in conjunction with our kids’ summer reading program. This year’s theme is Dream Big, READ! Discover Dewey.

Elementary age children welcome.

*Preschool Jams

Every Tuesday 10:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

*Toddler Tunes

Every Tuesday 9:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

*These programs are presented as public library programs in association with the St. Petersburg Public Library System. These are not SPC sponsored programs.

May 2012 Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 19:16:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC May 2012 Press Release

Library will be closed on Monday, May 28^th for memorial Day

Adult Programs

*Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Thursday, May 3rd at 12:30pm – Microsoft Word basics. Registration Required. 727-341-7183

Thursday, May 10^th at 1pm – Kindle Fire – Come and explore what the Kindle Fire can do, and what the library can offer. Be sure to bring your Kindle Fire if you have one! Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Thursday, May 17^th at 12:30pm– Microsoft Excel basics. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, May 24^th at 12:30pm – Technology Petting Zoo – Come and get a look at all of the new handheld devices. Bring your own or just come to observe. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

*Adult Book Club

Saturday, May 19^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing How to Read the Air by Dinaw Mengestu. All are welcome to attend.

*St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Coming Soon!

Teen Reading Club

The West St. Petersburg Community Library @ St. Petersburg College will soon be putting together a teen reading club. We will choose YA books to read and discuss monthly.

Stay tuned! Details to follow.

Children

*After School Program

Thursday, May 17^th @ 3:30pm Stories and fun. Ages 6-12.

*Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday 10:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

*Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday 9:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

*These programs are presented as public library programs in association with the St. Petersburg Public Library System. These are not SPC sponsored programs.

April 2012 Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:35:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC April 2012 Press Release

The library will be closed Friday, April 6th and Saturday, April 7th for Good Friday.

Self-Publishing Workshop
Saturday, April 14th at 10am
Silianise Moise & Anthony Albury will speak on self-publishing. This workshop will cover the finer points of
Self-Publishing Independently, Self-Publishing with a Company, Print-on-Demand Self-Publishing and the differences between them.
*Not an SPC program

Adult Programs

Jazz in The Stacks
Wednesday, April 11th at 7:30pm
Please join us for our annual Jazz in the Stacks event featuring Brazilian group O Som Do Jazz.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC.
*Not an SPC program

Computer Classes:
Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.
Thursday, April 5th at 12:30pm – Internet Basics: learn how to use online library resources. Registration Required 727-341-7183.
Thursday, April 12th at 12:30pm – The Nook – Delve deeper into the Barnes and Noble E-Reader. Registration Required 727-341-7183.
Thursday, April 19th at 12:30pm – PowerPoint Basics: Learn the first steps in Microsoft PowerPoint. Registration Required 727-341-7183.
Saturday, April 21st at 10:30am – Excel Basics: Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.
Thursday, April 26th at 12:30pm – iPad – Learn more about the MacIntosh tablet computer. Registration Required 727-341-7183.
*Not SPC programs

Adult Book Club
Saturday, April 28th at 10:30am
We will be discussing Great House by Nicole Krauss. All are welcome to attend.
*Not an SPC program

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club
1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room
Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.
*Not an SPC program

Teens
Teen Night
Thursday, April 26th at 6:30pm
Spring games and fun. Ages 13-19
*Not an SPC program

Children
R.E.A.D. Dog Program
Every Tuesday from 3p-5p
Join us for this new program during which children can come and read to a Reading Education Assistance Dog. Children will sign up for ten minute spots to read a book to this specially trained dog names Maya. Registration is required 727-341-7184.
*Not an SPC program

Children
After School Program
Thursday, April 26th @ 3:30pm Stories and fun. Ages 6-12.
*Not an SPC program

Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday 10:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.
*Not an SPC program

Mother Goose Storytime
Every Tuesday 9:30am Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.
*Not an SPC program

March Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:52:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC March 2012 Press Release

Hours for Spring Break

Monday, March 5^th – 12p-6p

Tuesday, March 6^th – 10a-4p

Wednesday, March 7^th – 10a-4p

Thursday, March 8^th – 12p-6p

Closed Friday, March 9-11

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Thursday, March 1st at 12:30pm – Internet Basics: learn how to use the internet. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Saturday, March 3^rd at 10:30am – Microsoft Word Basics. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, March 15^th at 12:30pm – Cloud Computing - Learn more about “the cloud”; how to store things online. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, March 22^nd at 12:30pm – E-Readers – Learn what the library can offer you. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, March 29^th at 12:30pm – Online resources through the public library. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

*Not SPC programs

Volunteer Training

Saturday, March 17^th at 10am

Want to give your time to the library? Come out and volunteer with us. Registration is required. 727-341-7183

Adult Book Club

Saturday, March 24^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing March 24th Foreign Bodies by Cynthia Ozick. All are welcome to attend.

*Not an SPC program

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

*Not an SPC program

Teens

Young Adult Library Club- Leprechaun Fiesta

Wednesday, March 21^st at 2:30pm

Limerick reading food and games. Ages 15-21 welcome.

*Not an SPC program

Teen Night

Thursday, March 15^th at 6:30pm

Irish stories and celebration. Ages 13-19

*Not an SPC program

Children

After School Program

Thursday, March 22^nd 3:30pm

Stories and fun. Ages 6-12.

*Not an SPC program

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday 10:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

*Not an SPC program

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday 9:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

*Not an SPC program

February Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:51:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC February 2012 Press Release

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Thursday, February 2^nd at 12:30pm – Microsoft Word Basics. Registration is Required Saturday, February 5^th at 10:30am –- 727-341-7183.

Saturday, February 4^th at 10:30am Excel Basics – Come and learn how to get started with Microsoft Excel. Great for job seekers! Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, February 9^th at 12:30pm – Internet Basics – Just starting out? Let’s get on the web!. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, February 16^th at 12:30pm – Tablet Talk: New iPad or tablet user? Come to this class to get started. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Thursday, February 23rd at 12:30pm – Useful Android Applications – Smart phone users, unite! Come to this class and learn how to get more out of your Android smart phone. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Adult Book Discussions

Saturday, February 25^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing Bound by Antonya Nelson. All are welcome to attend.

Adult Film Events

In observance of the 2012 National Black History Theme: Black Women in American Culture and History, we will present the following movies in our library multipurpose room. All people over age 13 are welcome to attend. All movies are rated PG-13.

Tuesday, February 7^th at 12:30pm – Dreamgirls (2006)

Tuesday, February 14^th at 12:30pm – The Help (2011)

Tuesday, February 21^st at 12:30pm – The Color Purple (1985)

Tuesday, February 28^th at 12:30pm – Their Eyes Were Watching God (2005)

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Young Adult Arts & Library Club

Wednesday, February 15^th at 2:30pm

Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night

Thursday, February 9^th at 6:30pm

Valentine’s Day games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

After School Program

Thursday, February 23rd 3:30pm

Stories and Crafts. Ages 6-12.

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday 10:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday 9:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

January Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:19:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC January Press Release

Reminder: there will be no story times

The week of December 19-January 2

Holiday Hours:

Closed Monday, 1/2/10 for the New Year’s Holiday

Closed Monday, 1/16/12 for MLK Day

Out of Session hours for Jan 3-7

Tuesday, 1/3/12 open 9a-6p

Wednesday, 1/4/12 open 9a-6p

Thursday, 1/5/12 open 9a-8p

Friday, 1/6/12 open 9a-4p

Saturday, 1/7/12 open 10a-5p

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Thursday, January 5 at 12:30pm – Internet Basics. Learn the first steps to getting around on the Internet. Registration is required.

Saturday, January 7 at 10:30am – Advanced Excel Topics. For more experienced Excel Users. Registration is required.

Thursday, January 12 at 12:30pm – Power Point Basics: Learn the first steps to using Microsoft Power Point. Registration is required.

Thursday, January 19 at 12:30pm – E-Readers – Come and learn about the different types of E Readers and what the library can offer. Registration is required.

Thursday, January 26 at 12:30pm – Word Basics: Learn the first steps in Microsoft Word. Registration is required.

Adult Book Club

Saturday, January 28 at 10:30am

We will be discussing Angelology by Danielle Trussoni. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Young Adult Arts & Library Council

Wednesdays, January 4 & 18 at 2:30pm

Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night

Thursday, January 12^th at 6:30pm

New Books, New Year! Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

After School Program

Thursday, January 12^th 3:30pm

Featuring New Books for the New Year. Ages 6-12.

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday 10:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday 9:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC December Press Release

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:32:00 +0000

Reminder: there will be no story times

December 19-January 2

Holiday Hours:

Monday, December 19th 9am-8pm

Tuesday, December 20th 9am-6pm

Wednesday, December 21st 9am-6pm

Thursday, December 22^nd 9am-8pm

Closed Friday, December 23^rd through Monday, December 26

Tuesday, December 27th 9am-6pm

Wednesday, December 28th 9am- 6pm

Thursday, December 29th 9am- 6pm

Closed Friday, December 30 through Monday, Jan 2

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Thursday, December 1^st 12:30pm – Helpful Android Applications – Come and learn more about using your Smart phone. Registration is required 727-341-7183

Saturday, December 3^rd 10:30am –Excel Basics- Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Registration is required 727-341-7183

Thursday, December 8th 10am – Internet Basics – Come and learn the basics of getting around on the internet. Registration is required 727-341-7183

Thursday, December 15th 12:30pm – Microsoft Word Basics – learn the basics steps in Microsoft Word. Registration is required 727-341-7183

Volunteer Training

Saturday, December 10th 10am

Come out and get trained to volunteer here at the West St. Petersburg Community Library at St. Petersburg College. For more information, call Kelly Malizia at 727-341-7183.

Adult Book Club

Saturday, December 17th 10:30am

We will be discussing Every Man Dies Alone By Hans Fallada. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Young Adult Arts & Library Club Holiday Fiesta

Wednesday, December 7th 2:30pm

Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens throws a holiday fiesta. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night

Thursday, December 8^th at 6:30pm

Teen night takes on a Holiday theme. Come and help the teens prepare for Santa’s visit! Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

After School Program

Thursday, December 15th 3:30pm

Featuring stories and crafts. Ages 6-12.

Santa comes to Storytime!!

Thursday, December 8^th 6:30pm

Come and join Santa for Christmas crafts and stories! All Ages welcome.

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday 10:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday 9:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 17:33:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC November 2011 Press Release:

The library will be closed for Veteran’s Day Friday, November 11th

Hours for Thanksgiving Week:
Monday, 11/21 7:30am-9pm
Tuesday, 11/22 7:30am-9pm
Wednesday, 11/23 9am-6pm
Closed Thursday 11/24 through Sunday, 11/27

Adult Programs
Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Thursday, November 3rd 12:30pm – Internet Basics – Learn the first steps to getting on the internet. Registration is Required 727-341-7183
Saturday, November 5th 10:30am – Excel Basics - Learn the first steps to Microsoft Excel. Registration is Required 727-341-7183
Thursday, November 10th 12:30pm – Google + Overview– What’s all the fuss about? Find out. Registration is Required 727-341-7183
Thursday, November 17th 12:30pm –Word Basics – Learn the first steps to Microsoft Word. Registration is Required 727-341-7183

Movie Showing:
Cecil B. DeMille’s The Greatest Show on Earth
Thursday, November 3rd 12 pm.
Library Multipurpose Room

Adult Book Club:
Saturday, November 19th 10:30am
We will be discussing The Song Is You By Arthur Phillips
All Are Welcome to Attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club
1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room
Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens
Name that Era!
Wednesday, November 2 2:30p
Compete for prizes by choosing the correct era of things associated with our One Book, One College choice for 2011, Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
Ages 15-21 welcome.

Young Adult Arts & Library Club
Wednesday, November 16th 2:30pm
Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night
Thursday, November 10th 6:30pm
Teen night takes on a Thanksgiving theme. Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children
After School Program
Thursday, November 17th 3:30pm
Featuring stories and crafts. Ages 6-12.

Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday 10:30am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime
Every Tuesday 9:30am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

October Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:21:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC October 2011 Press Release
Library will be closed October 25th for all college day.

Adult Programs
Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.
Friday, October 7th 10am – Internet Basics. Come and learn the basics of using the World Wide Web. Registration Required 727-341-7183.
Saturday, October 8th 10:30am – Microsoft Word Basics. Come and get started with your word processing. This program is an important piece for any resume. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.
Friday, October 21st 10am – Excel Basics. Another great resume builder, work with spread sheets and accounting. Registration is required - 727-341-7183.
Friday, October 28th 10am –Useful Android Applications. Come to this class to learn all the things your smart phone can do for you. Registration is required. 727-341-7183.

Adult Book Club
Saturday, October 22nd at 10:30am
We will be discussing Sag Harbor By Colson Whitehead. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club
1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room
Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens
Young Adult Library Council
Wednesdays, October 5th and 19th at 2:30pm
Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night
Thursday, Octobet 27th at 6:30pm
Halloween Games and fun!. Ages 13-19

Children
After School Program
Thursday, October 27th 3:30pm
Stories and Crafts for the after school crowd. Ages 6-12 welcome.

Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday at 10:30am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime
Every Tuesday at 9:30am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 14:43:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC September 2011 Press Release

Adult Programs

Daniel Wallace – Book Signing & Author Talk

Friday, September 23^rd at 11am in the SPC Music Center

(on the corner of 66^th Street and 5^th Avenue North)

Daniel Wallace is author or co-author of more than two dozen books including The Art of Superman Returns, The DC Comics Chronicle, The Marvel Encyclopedia, and the New York Times bestselling Star Wars: The New Essential Guide to Characters.

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Friday, September 2^nd at 10am – Internet Basics: Come and learn the basics of using the World Wide Web. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Friday, September 9^th at 10am – Freegal: Learn how to use the library’s newest free download service. Download free music with your library card! Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, September 16^th at 10am Email Basics: Learn how to use email and get your own free email account. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Saturday, September 17th at 10:30am – Microsoft Excel Basics. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, September 23rd at 10am – Microsoft Word Basics. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, September 30^th at 10am – Online Library Basics. Learn how to use all of our wonderful online library resources. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Adult Book Club

Saturday, September 24^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing The Museum of Innocence By Orhan Pamuk. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Young Adult Library Council

Wednesdays, September 7th & 21^st at 2:30pm

Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night

Thursday, September 8^th at 6:30pm

Back to School Games and fun!. Ages 13-19

Children

Can YOU Be An Artist?

Saturday, September 24th at 10am

Can YOU be an Artist?, Liesel Soley, local violinist, teacher, Juilliard graduate, and Fulbright scholar will share her new picture book, "Can You Be an Artist?" Some of Ms. Soley’s violin students will accompany the event. For children ages 5 to 12 and their families.

After School Program

Thursday, September 22nd 3:30pm

Stories and Crafts based around back to school theme. Ages 6-12 welcome.

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday at 10:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday at 9:30am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:28:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC July 2011 Press Release

The library will be closed on Monday, July 4^th to observe Independence Day.

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Friday, July 1^st at 10am – Internet Basics. Come and learn how to get in and around on the internet. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Saturday, July 2^nd at 10:30am – Excel Basics: Learn the beginnings of Microsoft Excel. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, July 15^th at 10am – Email Basics. Learn to use email, even get a free email account! Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, July 22^nd at 10am – File Organization. Learn how to work with the directory on your computer. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, July 29^th at 10am – Word Basics: Learn the first steps of Microsoft Word. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Adult Book Club

Saturday, July 23^rd at 10:30am

We will be discussing invisible by Paul Auster. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Teen Nights

Every Thursday in July from 6pm-8pm

Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

Florida Library Youth Program Storytime

Presented for elementary age children as part of our summer reading program.

Every Wednesday at 1:30pm

NetSmartz Internet Safety

Friday, July 8^th at 10am

For Elementray age children. Come and learn to use the internet safely. The dos and don’ts of computer use.

Puppet Show

Friday, July 15^th at 10am

For Elementray age children. Come and see a wonderful presentation from the puppet team at St. Petersburg Public Library System.

Kids Can Cartoon

Monday, July 29^th at 10am

For Elementray age children. An inspiring cartoon presentation that teaches kids how they can make a difference.

Crafty Day

Every Thursday in July at 1:30pm

A special craft in conjunction with our kids’ summer reading program. This year’s theme is One World, Many Stories.

Elementary age children welcome.

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday 10am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday 11am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC June 2011 Press Release

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 04 May 2011 18:08:00 +0000

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Friday, June 3^rd at 10am – Internet Basics – Come and learn how to get online. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Saturday, June 4^th at 10:30am – Power Point Basics – Learn how to make slideshows and presentations. Registration is required. 727-341-7183.

Friday, June 10^th at 10am – Microsoft Word Basics – Learn basic word processing. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, June 24^th at 10am – Intro to Social Media. Twitter? Facebook? Get on and get connected.. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Adult Book Club

Saturday, June 25^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing The Confessions of Edward Day By Valerie Martin. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Volunteer Training

Saturday, June 11^th 10am

Call to register for volunteer hours during the summer 727-341-7183.

Teens

Teen Nights

Thursday, June 16^th& 23^rd and 30^th from 6pm-8pm

Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

Drumming Circle

Friday, June 24th at 10am

Come out and experience fun with drums. For Elementary age children.

Florida Library Youth Program Story Time

Wednesdays, June 15th, 22nd & 29^th

A special story time in conjunction with our kids’ summer reading program. This year’s theme is One World, Many Stories.

Elementary age children welcome.

Crafty Day

Thursdays, June 16^th, 23^rd & 30^th

A special craft in conjunction with our kids’ summer reading program. This year’s theme is One World, Many Stories.

Elementary age children welcome.

Fourth of July Storytime

Tuesday, June 28^th at 10am (Preschool ages 3-5) & 11am (Mother Goose ages 0-3)

Come and celebrate the United States of America!

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday 10am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday 11am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:08:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC May 2011 Press Release

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Friday, May 6th at 10am – Internet Basics: Learn how to get on the internet and the basics of navigation. Registration Required. 727-341-7183

Saturday, May 7^th at 10:30am – Advanced topics in Microsoft Excel. This class is for the experienced Excel user. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, May 13th at 10am – Beginners Microsoft Word. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Friday, May 20^th at 10am – Email Attachments. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, May 27^th at 10am – AskAPro: Bring your toughest computer questions. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Tai Chi demonstration and workshop

Saturday, May 21st 10:30am

Adult Book Club

Saturday, May 28^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing After Dark by Haruki Marukami. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Young Adult Library Council

Wednesday, May 18^th at 2:30pm

School’s Out fiesta! Games, food and fun. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Children

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 11am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

April 2011 Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 15:02:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC April 2011 Press Release

The library will be closed Friday, April 22^nd and Saturday, April 23^rd for Good Friday.

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Friday, April 1^st at 10am – Internet Basics: learn how to use online library resources. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Saturday, April 2^nd at 10:30am – Savvy Patron Computer Class: Make the most of your library card, learn to use the public library…online! Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, April 8^th at 10am – Scanning and Saving Documents. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, April 15^th at 10am – Microsoft Word Basics. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, April 29^th at 10am – Intro to Social Media: Learn about Facebook, Twitter and more. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Jazz in The Stacks

April 5, 2011, at 7:30 pm

In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month, St. Petersburg College will host Jazz in the Stacks, a free concert featuring the Helios Jazz Orchestra.

Movie Showing

Tuesday, April 4^th at 12:30pm &

Tuesday, April 11^th at 5:30pm

The Last Lecture will be shown in conjunction with the One Book, One College program.

Adult Book Club

Saturday, April 9^th at 10:30am &

Thursday, April 14^th at 12:30pm

We will be discussing The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Young Adult Library Council

Wednesday, April 20^th at 2:30pm

Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night

Thursday, April 14^th at 6:30pm

Easter games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

After School Program

Thursday, April 14^th 3:30pm

Easter stories and Crafts. Ages 6-12.

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 11am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

March Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 19:02:00 +0000

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC March 2011 Press Release

The West St. Petersburg Community Library will be closed for Staff Development Day Wed, March 9

Adult Programs

Computer Classes:

Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.

Friday, March 4th at 10am – Internet Basics: learn how to use the internet. Registration Required 727-341-7183.

Saturday, March 5^th at 10:30am – Microsoft Excel Basics. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, March 11^th at 10am – Learn more about Google. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, March 18^th at 10am – Facebook Privacy. Control what people know about you! Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Friday, March 25^th at 10am – irs.gov: Gear up for tax season with a lesson in using the IRS website. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Volunteer Training

Saturday, March 12^th at 10am

Want to give your time to the library? Come out and volunteer with us. Registration is required. 727-341-7183

Adult Book Club

Saturday, March 20^th at 10:30am

We will be discussing After the Flood by Margaret Atwood. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club

1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room

Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens

Young Adult Library Council- Leprechaun Fiesta

Wednesday, March 16^th at 2:30pm

Limerick reading food and games. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night

Thursday, March 17^th at 6:30pm

St. Patrick’s Day Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children

After School Program

Thursday, March 17^th 3:30pm

St. Patrick’s Day Stories and Crafts. Ages 6-12.

Preschool Storytime

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 11am

Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC February 2011 Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:56:00 +0000

Adult Programs
Computer Classes:
Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.
Friday, February 4th at 10am – Resource Orientation: learn how to use SPC online databases. Registration Required 727-341-7183.
Saturday, February 5th at 10:30am – Microsoft Word Basics. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.
Friday, February 11th at 10am – Email Attachments. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.
Friday, February 18th at 10am – Twitter! Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.
Friday, February 25th at 10am – irs.gov: Gear up for tax season with a lesson in using the IRS website. Registration is Required - 727-341-7183.

Adult Book Discussions
Tuesday, February 15th at 12:30pm &
Saturday, February 19th at 10:30am
We will be discussing Where I’m Bound by Allen B. Ballard in observance of African American History Month. All are welcome to attend.

Adult Film Events
Tuesday, February 22 at 11:30am &
Thursday, February 24 at 5:30pm
In observance of African American History Month, we will present the 1990 film Glory starring Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington & Morgan Freeman from TriStar Pictures; Directed by Ed Zwick Rated R (Identification will be checked upon admission) 122 minutes. The film is a dramatic account of the American Civil War’s first all-black regiment, led by an idealistic, privileged, northern white commander Colonel Robert Gould Shaw (Matthew Broderick), fighting not only the enemy, but also convention and prejudice. This stunning drama is based on Shaw’s Civil War letters.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club
1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room
Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens
Young Adult Library Council
Wednesday, February 16th at 2:30pm
Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night
Thursday, February 10th at 6:30pm
Family night! Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children
After School Program
Thursday, February 10th 3:30pm
Family oriented stories and Crafts. Ages 6-12.

Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 11am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC January Events

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:54:00 +0000

The Library will be closed Monday, January 17th in observance of Martin Luther KLing, Jr. Day

Reminder: there will be no story times
The week of December 21-January 1

Holiday Hours:
Closed Saturday, 1/1/10 through Sunday, 1/2/10
Out of Session hours for week of Jan 3

Adult Programs
Computer Classes:
Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.
Friday, January 7 at 10am – Internet Basics. Learn the first steps to getting around on the Internet. Registration is required.
Saturday, January 8 at 10:30am – Excel Basics. See what Microsoft Excel spreadsheets have to offer. Registration is required.
Friday, January 14 at 10am – Texting and Cell Phones. Bring your cell phones to this class. Registration is required.
Friday, January 21 at 10am – Tech Q&A: Bring your toughest computer questions and get free answers. Registration is required.
Friday, January 28 at 10am – EBooks: Learn about the different types of E Readers and what the library can offer. Registration is required.

Adult Book Club
Saturday, January 22 at 10:30am
We will be discussing Await Your Reply by Dan Chaon. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club
1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room
Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens
Young Adult Library Council
Wednesday, January 19 at 2:30pm
Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night
Thursday, January 6th at 6:30pm
Game night! Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children
After School Program
Thursday, January 6th 3:30pm
Featuring New Books. Ages 6-12.

Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 11am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

December Events WSPCL@SPC

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 19:40:00 +0000

Reminder: there will be no story times
The week of December 20-January 2

Holiday Hours:
Monday, December 20th 9am-8pm
Tuesday, December 21st 9am-6pm
Wednesday, December 22nd 9am-6pm
Closed Thursday, December 23 through Sunday, December 26
Monday, December 27th 9am-8pm
Tuesday, December 28th 9am- 6pm
Wednesday, December 29th 9am- 6pm
Closed Thursday, December 30 through Sunday, Jan 2

Adult Programs
Computer Classes:
Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Come and get help with all of your computer issues. Beginners and advanced users welcome.
Friday, December 3rd 10am – Internet Basics – Come and learn the basics of getting around on the internet. Registration is required 727-341-7183
Saturday, December 4th 10:30am –Email Basics- Learn how to use email and get your own free email account. Registration is required 727-341-7183
Friday, December 10th 10am – Tech Q&A – Bring your toughest computer questions, you can even bring your computer! Registration is required 727-341-7183
Friday, December 17th 10am – Microsoft Word Basics Computer Registration is required 727-341-7183

Feng Shui
Saturday, December 4th 2pm
Feng Shui professional, Diane Gallin, will present this free workshop. Focus on sprucing up your home for the holidays using the Chinese art of placement.

Volunteer Training
Saturday, December 11th 10am
Come out and get trained to volunteer here at the West St. Petersburg Community Library at St. Petersburg College. For more information, call Kelly Malizia at 727-341-7183.

Basic Skills for English Language Learners
Saturdays, December 4, 11 & 18 at 1pm
Get started speaking, reading and writing in English. Registration is Required 727-341-7183

Adult Book Club
Saturday, December 18th 10:30am
We will be discussing The Thousand Autumns of Jacob De Zoet by David Miller. All are welcome to attend.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club
1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room
Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens
Young Adult Library Club Holiday Fiesta
Wednesday, December 8th 2:30pm
Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens throws a holiday fiesta. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Teen Night
Thursday, December 16th 6pm
Teen night takes on a Holiday theme. Come and help the teens prepare for Santa’s visit! Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children
After School Program
Thursday, December 16th 3:30pm
Featuring Christmas stories and crafts. Ages 6-12.

Santa comes to Storytime!!
Thursday, December 16th 6:45pm

Special Preschool Children’s Christmas Storytime and Craft
Monday, December 6th 10am
Come to hear stories and make a holiday craft with us. Ages 0-5 welcome.

Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 11am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

November Events for WSPCL@SPC

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:56:00 +0000

The library will be closed for Veteran’s Day Thursday, November 11th

Hours for Thanksgiving Week:
Monday, 11/22 7:30am-9pm
Tuesday, 11/23 7:30am-9pm
Wednesday, 11/24 9am-6pm
Closed Thursday 11/25 through Sunday, 11/28

Adult Programs
Computer Classes:
Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Friday, November 5th 10am – Internet Basics – Learn the first steps to getting on the internet. Registration is Required 727-341-7183
Friday, November 12th 10am – Introduction to Social Media – What all the fuss about? Facebook? Twitter? Find out. Registration is Required 727-341-7183
Friday, November 19th 10am – Email Basics – Don’t get left behind. Learn Email basics and get a free email account. Registration is Required 727-341-7183

Basic Skills for English Language Learners
Saturdays, November 6, 13 & 20 1pm
Get started speaking, reading and writing in English. Registration is Required 727-341-7183

The West St. Petersburg Community Library Book Club will not be meeting in November.

St. Petersburg Writer’s Club
1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:30pm Library Multipurpose Room
Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend.

Teens
Young Adult Library Council
Wednesday, November 17th 2:30pm
Young Adult group that plans library programs for teens. Ages 15-21 welcome.

Young Adult Speed Painting Event
Thursday, November 18th 2:30pm
A gratitude themed painting contest for young adults with prizes. Ages 15-21 welcome

Teen Night
Thursday, November 18th 6:30pm
Teen night takes on a Thanksgiving theme. Games and fun. Ages 13-19

Children
After School Program
Thursday, November 18th 3:30pm
Featuring Thanksgiving stories and crafts. Ages 6-12.

Children’s Book Reading
Saturday, November 13th 10am-12pm
Author Gabe Horn will read his book, a 2004 Multicultural Children’s Book Festival honoree The Great Change by White Deer of Autumn in honor of Native American Heritage Month. All are welcome to attend.

Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 3-5.

Mother Goose Storytime
Every Tuesday and Wednesday 11am
Songs, puppets, fingerplays and stories for ages 0-3.

West St. Petersburg Community Library @ SPC

noreply@blogger.com (flelly) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:07:00 +0000

October Events

Adult Programs
Computer Classes:
Supervised Lab Time every Friday 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Friday, October 1st 10am – Internet Basics. Registration is Required.
Saturday, October 2nd 10:30am – File Organization in Windows. Registration is Required.
Friday, October 8th 10am – Florida Electronic Library. Registration is required.
Friday, October 15th 10am – Scanning and Saving. Registration is required.
Friday, October 22nd 10am – Email Basics. Registration is required.
Friday, October 29th 10am –Word Basics. Registration is required.

*Adult Book Club will be discussing October 23rd Lush Life by Richard Price Saturday, October 23rd at 10:30am.

*Spooktacular Ghoulfest: Come and hear Brandy Starks, PhD, a real Ghost Investigator, describe techniques and findings. All ages welcome. Saturday, October 30th@ 2pm.

Basic Skills for English Language Learners: Saturday, October 9, 16, 23 & 30. This survey of living in the United States will assist the English Language Learner to function in society and perfect basics of English Language skills. Registration is Required. 727-341-7183.

*Genealogy discussion Saturday, October 9th at 10am. Learn helpful tips and techniques to get you going on genealogical research.

Young Adult/Teen Programs
*Young Adult Library Council Meeting: Tuesday October 20th 2pm in Library Teen Room. Come and join us as we plan teen events for the upcoming year. Ages 15-21 welcome.

*Teen Night - Oct. 21 @ 6:30 Teen programs take on a fall theme. Games and fun. Ages 13-19 welcome.

Children’s Programs
Autumn themed After School Program Oct. 21 @ 3:30 Enjoy a story and a craft ages 6-12

Mother Goose Story Time (Ages 0-3) Tuesdays 11am / Wednesdays 11am
Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays 10am / Wednesdays 10am

William Faulkner Goes Online, 50 Years Later

noreply@blogger.com (Chad Mairn) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:24:00 +0000

In the late 1950's, William Faulkner answered questions from University of Virginia students and these were recorded on tape. Now, these lectures are available online at: http://faulkner.lib.virginia.edu/.

Read/listen to the entire story.

May 2–8 is Choose Privacy Week

noreply@blogger.com (Chad Mairn) — Wed, 05 May 2010 22:39:00 +0000

"May 2–8 is Choose Privacy Week, a new ALA initiative from the Office for Intellectual Freedom that invites library users into a national conversation about privacy rights in a digital age. "

Watch this video regarding privacy in a digital age.

Choose Privacy Week Video from 20K Films on Vimeo.

Free "Jazz in the Stacks" concert featuring the WWHM Quartet!

noreply@blogger.com (Chad Mairn) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:18:00 +0000

To celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month the WWHM Quartet, featuring Kevin Wilder (keyboard); Johnny White (Trumpet); Pat Horgan (Bass); and Chad Mairn (Drums), will be performing at the West St. Petersburg Community Library @ St. Petersburg College on Wednesday, April 28th at 7:00 PM. The WWHM Quartet (pronounced 'whim') will perform improvisational free jazz, fusion, and will reinterpret some classic R&B tunes. This free concert is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Refreshments will be served!

For more information regarding Jazz Appreciation Month visit: http://www.smithsonianjazz.org/jam or call 727.341.7177