Upcoming Events at Pittsfield Branch
English as a Second Language Conversation Group
Monday February 6, 2012: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Washtenaw Literacy's ESL groups focus on speaking and listening skills for adults in an informal, relaxed setting. TOEFL preparation is also available.
Microsoft Excel Basics
Monday February 6, 2012: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center
Enter & edit data, format cells and use AutoFill, AutoFit, and AutoSum. Basic computer and mouse experience is required. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.
Fabric Printing Workshop
Tuesday February 7, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Learn how to screen-print on fabric and take home a tea towel printed by you! Use it in your own kitchen or give it as a gift. Ready-made linoleum blocks will be available for you to create your own vintage-inspired fabric. All supplies will be provided.
This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).
Playgroups
Wednesday February 8, 2012: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys.
Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. Parents/guardians must remain with their children.
No older siblings, please.
Preschool Storytimes
Thursday February 9, 2012: 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
Preschool Storytimes
Friday February 10, 2012: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
Roses Are Red. Valentines Are, Too - Make A Card For Someone You Love Or Share With Local Hospitals
Saturday February 11, 2012: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us to make awesome Valentine's Day cards and flowers for your special someone!
This Valentine's Day, you can also send a card to patients at the Veterans Hospital and C.S. Mott Children's Hospital! Make (at home or at this workshop) or buy a Valentine's Day card, fill it out, and drop it off at any AADL location from February 5 - 11. You can specify which hospital or let AADL staff decide. We will make sure it arrives safely!
Please avoid glitter and leave the envelope unsealed. Because many of the patients at these hospitals are long term, please do not include any messages about getting well or feeling better.
Thank you for making this Valentine's Day a little better for children and veterans!
Dancing Babies with Aron Kaufman
Sunday February 12, 2012: 1:00 pm to 1:40 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Aron Kaufman, percussionist and teacher at Hebrew Day School, presents a program of music and movement.
English as a Second Language Conversation Group
Monday February 13, 2012: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Washtenaw Literacy's ESL groups focus on speaking and listening skills for adults in an informal, relaxed setting. TOEFL preparation is also available.
Intermediate Excel
Monday February 13, 2012: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center
Sort and filter data and use absolute references, the IF function, conditional formatting, cell and object linking and charts. This class requires knowledge of Excel basics. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.
Playgroups
Wednesday February 15, 2012: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys.
Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. Parents/guardians must remain with their children.
No older siblings, please.
Preschool Storytimes
Thursday February 16, 2012: 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
Preschool Storytimes
Friday February 17, 2012: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
English as a Second Language Conversation Group
Monday February 20, 2012: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Washtenaw Literacy's ESL groups focus on speaking and listening skills for adults in an informal, relaxed setting. TOEFL preparation is also available.
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Monday February 20, 2012: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center
Learn drop-down lists, vertical and horizontal lookup, macros, and pivot tables. This class requires knowledge of Excel basics. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.
Microsoft PowerPoint
Tuesday February 21, 2012: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center
Open templates and insert text boxes, photos, and objects. Practice using slide layouts, designs, views, transitions and understand printing options. Basic computer and mouse experience is required. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.
Playgroups
Wednesday February 22, 2012: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys.
Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. Parents/guardians must remain with their children.
No older siblings, please.
Preschool Storytimes
Thursday February 23, 2012: 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
Preschool Storytimes
Friday February 24, 2012: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
English as a Second Language Conversation Group
Monday February 27, 2012: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Washtenaw Literacy's ESL groups focus on speaking and listening skills for adults in an informal, relaxed setting. TOEFL preparation is also available.

