Upcoming Events at the Ann Arbor District Library

Playgroups

Tuesday August 3, 2010: 10:00 am to 11:00 am -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB

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

Tuesday August 3, 2010: 11:00 am to 11:30 am -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room

Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

Hawaiian Luau

Tuesday August 3, 2010: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Travel with us to exotic Hawaii. Enjoy crafts, Hawaiian music and light refreshments.

Social Networking for Job Search

Tuesday August 3, 2010: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm -- Downtown Library: Training Center

Join Shannon Beeman from the Small Business & Technology Development Center to learn how you can use social networking websites such as LinkedIn and Twitter in your job search. 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.

Microsoft Word Basics

Tuesday August 3, 2010: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Training Center

Learn the basics and practice using copy & paste, formatting text and saving. Basic computer and mouse skills 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.

Microsoft PowerPoint Basics

Wednesday August 4, 2010: 9:15 am to 11:15 am -- West Branch: Training Lab

Use the presentation wizard, practice editing slides, 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.

Preschool Storytimes

Wednesday August 4, 2010: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB

Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

Preschool Storytimes

Wednesday August 4, 2010: 11:00 am to 11:30 am -- Downtown Library: Youth Story Corner

Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

Playgroups

Wednesday August 4, 2010: 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.

Beginning Computers

Wednesday August 4, 2010: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Training Center

Learn basic computer terms, mouse & keyboard skills, and receive an introduction to Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.

Craigslist

Wednesday August 4, 2010: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center

Search and learn howto post an advertisement. 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.

Preschool Storytimes

Wednesday August 4, 2010: 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room

Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

Lego Contest

Thursday August 5, 2010: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm

Enter your best LEGO project in our 5th Annual Contest! Get the complete rules and guidelines online at aadl.org or any AADL location beginning June 18. Drop-off projects at Weber's (3050 Jackson Ave) from 9AM-3PM. Doors close for judging at 3PM and re-open at 6PM for all projects to be displayed to the public. The Awards Ceremony will occur from 8-8:30 pm and prizes will be awarded in six categories: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 and Adult. All project must go home with their creators that night.

Preschool Storytimes

Thursday August 5, 2010: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room

Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.

Microsoft Word Insert

Thursday August 5, 2010: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center

Use Page Breaks, Section Breaks, Columns, Tables, Symbols, Hyperlinks, and Footnotes. This class requires knowledge of Microsoft Word basics. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.

Flickr: Share your Digital Images

Thursday August 5, 2010: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center

Share your photos with friends and family all over the world. 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

Thursday August 5, 2010: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB

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.

iTunes

Thursday August 5, 2010: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Training Center

Key components of iTunes and how to import CD's into the music library. Knowledge of Mac computer basics is required. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.

Preschool Storytimes

Thursday August 5, 2010: 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.

Make 'N Shake

Thursday August 5, 2010: 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm -- Downtown Library: Youth Story Corner

Join Duncan Riley for fun, interactive songs and keep the beat with your colorful handmade shaker.