WATERFORD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS CALENDAR

Computer Basics for the Computer Shy

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Conference Room

We'll cover the absolute basics of a computer, including the parts, procedures for use, and how to move a mouse. This class is for computer beginners.

Up in the Attic, out in the Garage, & down in the Basement.

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Community Room

An atiques presentation by Bob Ramsey, who has 42 years of experience, and who will show us how to shop an estate sale and know the going prices for antiques by comparing 20 various objects. One personal verbal appraisal given per attendee. No weapons allowed.

How to borrow ebooks from the library - drop-in help session

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Conference Room

Bring your nook, kindle, ipad or other device, and your questions, even your laptop. If you’ve tried and are having trouble, or if you’ve never done it before, Librarians Jean and Lindsay will work with you to help you with checking out and downloading ebooks from the library.

Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Group

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

We'll be reading Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity by Katherine Boo.

Internet 101

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Conference Room

We'll cover the basics of getting online, viewing web pages, and doing basic internet searches. This class is for internet BEGINNERS who have basic computer knowledge about how to move a mouse.

Friends Used Books Drop-off Day

When: Saturday, June 08, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Community Room

The Friends of the Library accept donations for their Used Book Sales. Items can be dropped off in the library's Community Room on the second Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is a five box (or bag) limit unless pre-approval has been given. Please call Lori Hosler of the Friends at (248) 674-7098 if you exceed the limit.
While we appreciate your generosity, there are some items that we do not accept. These include:
-Encyclopedias over 10 years old
-Reader's Digest Condensed books
-Magazines
-Vinyl records
-College textbooks
-Musty/Moldy items

Elementary Email

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Conference Room

This class will introduce the uses, functions and features of email; by the time you leave, we'll have you signed up for a free email account. This class is for people with basic internet and computer knowledge.

Friends Used Book Sale

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Friends of the Library's 4-day used book sale.

Friends Used Book Sale

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Friends of the Library's 4-day used book sale.

Friends Used Book Sale

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Friends of the Library's 4-day used book sale.

Friends Used Book Sale

When: Sunday, June 16, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Friends of the Library's 4-day used book sale, "Bag Sale Day" ($5 a bag).

Adult Summer Reading Program

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - All Day

Read for enjoyment, read for chances to win prizes!

Exotic Zoo

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Community Room

A live show featuring various land animals that live above and below the ground.

Monday Afternoon Book Discussion

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Community Room

We meet to discuss this month's book and have light refreshments. This month's book is In the Country of Men by Hisham Matar. Pick up a copy to check out and read at the Adult Desk or at the previous month's meeting, if you attend.

Dinosaur Dig

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Where: Children's Storytime Room

Explore the world of dinosaurs with stories and hands-on activities. (You could get messy, so wear some old clothes.)

Dinosaur Dig

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Children's Storytime Room

Explore the world of dinosaurs with stories and hands-on activities. (You could get messy, so wear some old clothes.)

Digging for Fossils

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Children's Storytime Room

Enjoy a few Triassic tales as we learn how paleontologists find fossils. You will create your own fossil with sand, glue, and dried pasta.

Digging for Fossils

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Children's Storytime Room

Enjoy a few Triassic tales as we learn how paleontologists find fossils. You will create your own fossil with sand, glue, and dried pasta.

Intermediate Email class

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Conference Room

Will cover your address book/contacts, folders, how to search your email and how to do attachments. For people who already have and use an email account.

Indiana Jones, Archeologist

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Community Room

Enjoy an episode of the classic television series "Young Indiana Jones Chronicles", play tug-of-war, and make your own binoculars.

NOTE: This program is 1 1/2 hours long and will be held in the Community Room.