PLAINFIELD-GUILFORD TWP. PUBLIC LIBRARY PLAINFIELD, INDIANA SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

39 Clues Book Club: The Maze of Bones

When: Thursday, September 09, 2010 - 6:00 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Are you a fan of the 39 Clues series? Come talk about the first book and do fun activities related to the Maze of Bones by Rick Riordan.

One County, One Book Film Series: Born into Brothels

When: Thursday, September 09, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: A&B McMillan

First in a series of three movies shown in conjunction with Hendricks County libraries' One County, One Book: Three Cups of Tea celebration. The films give insight into issues people face every day in the Middle East. Born into Brothels is a documentary of a journalist who travels to Calcutta to photograph prostitutes and ends up befriending local children. Rated R; running time 85 minutes.

Saturday Breakfast Club #1/6

When: Saturday, September 11, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Enjoy a light breakfast while having fun with your preschool child. Sleepy Time is the first in a six-part series for children ages 3-6 and their adults featuring the early literacy skills that help prepare children to be successful in school. Hear stories, participate in rhymes, and do activities to help build your child's phonological awareness.

Little Wonders

When: Monday, September 13, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

During this 2-week series, babies and their parent/caregiver will explore rhythm, rhyme and language together with an emergent literacy focus.

Family Storytime

When: Monday, September 13, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Bring the entire family for stories, songs, and activities. For all ages, but especially geared toward families with children age 3-6.

Introduction to the Internet

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of the internet in this class. Beginning with how the internet works and moving to how to 'surf the web,' you'll be able to dismiss your fear of the internet after this simple, two-hour class. Registration is required, a fee for the booklet will be due at sign-up; sign up at the Help Desk in the library. For more information, call 838-3800.

Introduction to the Internet

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 5:00 PM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of the internet in this class. Beginning with how the internet works and moving to how to 'surf the web,' you'll be able to dismiss your fear of the internet after this simple, two-hour class. Registration is required, a fee for the booklet will be due at sign-up; sign up at the Help Desk in the library. For more information, call 838-3800.

Perennial Plant Exchange

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: B- McMillan Rm B

It's our perennially popular perennial plant exchange, back for its eighth year and hosted once again by advanced master gardener Colletta Kosiba. Dig up several of your perennial favorites (a minimum of four; please identify with labels) to exchange for plants brought by others. Colletta will also talk about why autumn is a great time to divide plants and explain how to care for your "new" selections. Registration is required.

Tots, Tales, & Tunes

When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Sing, dance, do action rhymes, and hear a story at this fun, three-part series. Each session is about 30 minutes long. Sign up once for all three sessions.

Tots, Tales, and Tunes

When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 11:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Sing, dance, do action rhymes, and hear a story at this fun, three-part program series. Each session is about 30 minutes long.

Your Story Here

When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 5:00 PM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Express yourself through writing! Do you like to write? Attend this two part workshop to hone your writing skills with Kristen Roahrig. Interested in getting published? We know some sites that have contests for young writers.

One County, One Book Film Series: Beyond Our Differences

When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: A&B McMillan

Second in a series of three movies shown in conjunction with Hendricks County libraries' One County, One Book: Three Cups of Tea celebration. The films give insight into issues people face every day in the Middle East. Beyond Our Differences provides a variety of religious experiences and examines the unified message of hope that faith brings to mankind. In this documentary the works of Gandhi, Desmond Tutu, and the Dalai Lama are explored as well as several modern-day visionaries.

Genealogy After Hours

When: Friday, September 17, 2010 - 6:30 PM

Want to spend some dedicated time working on your family history? The library will be open after hours from 6:30 to 9 p.m. for you to spend time in the Local History/Genealogy Department using print resources and genealogy databases and consulting with the genealogy staff. Fellow researchers will be able to talk with each other, and who knows--you might even find you're related! Registration is required.

Little Wonders

When: Monday, September 20, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

During this 2-week series, babies and their parent/caregiver will explore rhythm, rhyme and language together with an emergent literacy focus.

Craft Crew

When: Monday, September 20, 2010 - 4:15 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Join us to make a craft that you can take home.

Introduction to Email

When: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Ease into email the easy way with this class. Beginning with how email dos and don'ts and working your way through how to check, maintain, and compose emails, you'll be able to dismiss your fear of the email after this simple, two-hour class. Registration is required, a fee for the booklet will be due at sign-up; sign up at the Help Desk in the library. For more information, call 838-3800.

Introduction to Email

When: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 5:00 PM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Ease into email the easy way with this class. Beginning with how email dos and don'ts and working your way through how to check, maintain, and compose emails, you'll be able to dismiss your fear of the email after this simple, two-hour class. Registration is required, a fee for the booklet will be due at sign-up; sign up at the Help Desk in the library. For more information, call 838-3800.

Fun with Dr. Film

When: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: B- McMillan Rm B

Ever dream of making your own independent tv show? Eric Grayson, aka Dr. Film, will explain how. Grayson, a film historian and computer guru, will screen a low budget, 96-minute pilot of a show he produced, featuring clips from vintage Bela Lugosi films as well as repartee between Dr. Film and his irritating assistant Anamorphia. Prepare to be entertained and informed. Registration is required.

Tots, Tales & Tunes

When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Sing, dance, do action rhymes, and hear a story at this fun, 3-part series. Each session is about 30 minutes long. Sign up once for all 3 sessions.

Tots, Tales, & Tunes

When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 11:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Sing, dance, do action rhymes, and hear a story at this fun, three-part series. Each session is about 30 minutes long. If you signed up for September 15, you are signed up for this session.

Cool Back-to-Homeschool Party

When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 1:30 PM
Where: B- McMillan Rm B

Going to school at home? Come to a party at the library and meet others going to school at home too! What’s a party without food, drinks and fun? Come Join Us!

Your Story Here

When: Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 5:00 PM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Express yourself through writing! Do you like to write? Attend this second in a two part workshop to hone your writing skills with Kristen Roahrig. Interested in getting published? We know some sites that have contests for young writers.

One County, One Book Film Series: Afghan Star

When: Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: A&B McMillan

Third in a series of three movies shown in conjunction with Hendricks County libraries' One County, One Book: Three Cups of Tea celebration. The films give insight into issues people face every day in the Middle East. Afghan Star is a documentary about an American Idol-type contest set in Afghanistan. Two thousand contestants compete for a chance to be the next Afghan pop idol; three of them are women. Unrated; running time 88 minutes.

Game On

When: Monday, September 27, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Looking for something to do after school? Come to the library on the fourth Monday of the month to play board games, card games or the Wii.

Three Cups of Tea program

When: Monday, September 27, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: A&B McMillan

Stay tuned for details

Introduction to Microsoft Word

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Start word-processing without worry with this class. Beginning with the layout of Microsoft Word and working through how to create and format a document, you'll be able to dismiss your fear of Microsoft Word and word-processing after this simple, two-hour class. Registration is required, a fee for the booklet will be due at sign-up; sign up at the Help Desk in the library. For more information, call 838-3800.

Introduction to Microsoft Word

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 5:00 PM
Where: F- Computer Lab

Start word-processing without worry with this class. Beginning with the layout of Microsoft Word and working through how to create and format a document, you'll be able to dismiss your fear of Microsoft Word and word-processing after this simple, two-hour class. Registration is required, a fee for the booklet will be due at sign-up; sign up at the Help Desk in the library. For more information, call 838-3800.

Unbound Book Club

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: A- McMillan Rm A

Enjoy discussing Zeitoun by Dave Eggers in this informal book club. Coffee and dessert provided; registration required.

Dare to Prepare: Teens & Parents get Ready to Drive.

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: B- McMillan Rm B

This free 90-minute interactive workshop, presented by AAA Hoosier Motor Club, targets driving issues that parents and their teens face as teens begin to drive. This valuable program focuses on information not usually covered in traditional driver’s education courses.

Tots, Tales & Tunes

When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Sing, dance, do action rhymes, and hear a story at this fun, 3-part series. Each session is about 30 minutes long. Sign up once for all 3 sessions.

Tots, Tales, & Tunes

When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 11:00 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Sing, dance, do action rhymes, and hear a story at this fun, three-part series. Each session is about 30 minutes long. If you signed up for September 15, you are signed up for this session.

Big Screen Movie: Eyewitness Dinosaur

When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 4:30 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Enjoy a snack while viewing "Eyewitness Dinosaur" on the big screen. Afterward, stay for a take-home dinosaur craft project.

Art Trading Cards

When: Friday, October 01, 2010 - All Day
Where: YS- area T

We supply the cards you supply the design. When you are finished display your card on the bulletin board and select a card from the board for yourself.

Animal Tales

When: Friday, October 01, 2010 - 12:30 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Join the park naturalist from McCloud Nature Park for the reading of "The Butterfly" followed by a craft to take home.

Tickle Tales

When: Monday, October 04, 2010 - 9:15 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

In this 3-week series, babies and their parent/caregiver explore stories together through hands-on play, with an emergent literacy focus.

Tickle Tales

When: Monday, October 04, 2010 - 10:15 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

In this 3-week series, babies and their parent/caregiver explore stories together through hands-on play, with an emergent literacy focus.

Introduction to Yoga

When: Monday, October 04, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: B- McMillan Rm B

Personal trainer Erin Hurst conducts a free series of yoga classes for ages 16 and older. Participants will learn yoga poses to create a mind-body connection and improve strength, flexibility, and balance. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat. Register once for the entire eight-week series of classes. Note: class will not meet on November 1.

Itsy Bitsy Storycraft

When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: Children's Room Under the Tree

Gather under the tree for this simple 30-minute story and craft.

Itsy Bitsy Storycraft

When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 - 2:00 PM
Where: Children's Room Under the Tree

Gather under the tree for this simple 30-minute story and craft.

Itsy Bitsy Storycraft

When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 - 6:00 PM
Where: Children's Room Under the Tree

Gather under the tree for this simple 30-minute story and craft.

"Meet the Candidates" Forum

When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 - 6:30 PM

Your vote does count, so make an informed one. Join fellow citizens at the Guilford Township Community Center in Hummel Park to meet candidates running for US House of Representatives--District 4, US Senate, State Representative--Districts 40 and 91, Guilford Township Trustee, and Guilford Township Board. The event is co-hosted by the library and the Greater Guilford Township Civic Association (GTCA). GTCA has a long, successful history of moderating non-partisan political forums. Candidates will answer questions submitted by the audience, and attendees may also chat individually with candidates at the forum's conclusion. Registration is not required.

Reading with Dogs

When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

Specially trained Therapy Dogs visit the library to listen to children practice their reading skills. These gentle dogs love to listen to stories!

Itsy Bitsy Storycraft

When: Wednesday, October 06, 2010 - 2:00 PM
Where: Children's Room Under the Tree

Gather under the tree for this simple 30-minute story and craft.

Itsy Bitsy Storycraft

When: Wednesday, October 06, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Children's Room Under the Tree

Gather under the tree for this simple 30-minute story and craft.

Thursdays with Authors

When: Thursday, October 07, 2010 - 9:00 AM
Where: C- West Meeting Rm

Book Discussion

From Crypt to House to Dead of Night

When: Thursday, October 07, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: YS- area T

Stories about haunted houses, crypts and things that walk in the night. Enjoy haunted stories each Thursday evening in October. Stories are from Indiana folklore, urban legends or wives tales.

Big Screen Movie: Fire Safety

When: Friday, October 08, 2010 - 10:30 AM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

View a double feature of Rainbow Valley Fire Dept. Fire Safety series and create a craft to take home.

Big Screen Movie: Fire Safety

When: Friday, October 08, 2010 - 1:30 PM
Where: YS- Children's Activity Rm

View a double feature of Rainbow Valley Fire Dept. Fire Safety series and create a craft to take home.