WELLINGTON ADULT
PROGRAMS |
Mon., Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24, 1:00 p.m.
English Exchange
Practice English conversation skills with Literacy?AmeriCorps member Paula Alexander. Basic English speaking skills required. (2 hr.) Call 649-5495 to preregister. |
Wed., Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m.
Socrates Café
Marji Chapman will lead a discussion group for amateur philosophers on a variety of group-chosen topics. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Thurs., Nov. 20, 7:00 p.m.
Taking Your Case to Mediation or Small Claims Court
Attorney Lloyd Comiter of the local Bar Association will discuss mediation and small claims court. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Mon, Dec. 1, 8 & 15, 1:00 p.m.
English Exchange
Practice English conversation skills with Literacy AmeriCorps member Paula Alexander. Basic English speaking skills required. (2 hr.) Call 649-5495 to preregister. |
Wed, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m.
Discover the World: Book Discussion Series
Sara Harris will lead a discussion of "The Namesake," by Jhumpa Lahiri. Sign up and check out the book. (90 min.) |
Wed, Dec. 10, 7:00 p.m.
Meet the Author: Roberta Sandler
This award-winning travel writer will discuss her book “A Brief Guide to Florida’s Monuments and Memorials,” which journeys through five centuries of Florida history and discovers intriguing sites, people, places, and celebrations. A book signing will follow. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Mon, Dec. 15, 6:30 p.m.
Meet the Author: Jo Jo Harder
In her book “Diva Dogs: A Style Guide to Living the Fabulous Life,” the author and fashion designer shows you how to throw awesome parties for four-legged members of high society and the humans who adore them. A book signing will follow. (60 min.)Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 16, 6:30 p.m. Adult
Happy 233 Birthday, Jane Austen!
Celebrate the literary legacy and enjoy the film “Pride and Prejudice” starring Keira Knightley. (120 min.) Preregister. PG |
Thu, Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m. Adult
Wellington’s Poetry Discussion Group
Engage in a provocative discussion of several published poems written by various poets. Copies at the Information Desk. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Fri, Dec. 19, 2:00 p.m. Adult
Discover the World: Book Discussion Series
Barbara Harnick will lead a discussion of “March,” by Geraldine Brooks. Sign up and check out the book. (90 min.) |
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WELLINGTON
YOUTH
PROGRAMS |
Saturdays, 10:15 & 11:15 a.m. Child
Drop-In Story Times
Bring your friends and family for Saturday morning story times. Ages 2 & up. (45 min.) |
Mon., Nov. 3 & 24 Child
09:30 a.m.: Ages 0-9 mos.
11:15 a.m.: Ages 10-18 mos.
Baby Story Times
Babies love our rhymes, fingerplays, songs, books, and toys. (35 min.) Preregister. |
Wed., Nov. 19, 3:30 p.m. Family
Flick Lit: Meet the Robinsons
You've read the book, now watch the movie about Lewis’ adventures with the wacky Robinson family. All ages. (95 min.) G |
Thurs., Nov. 20, 4:15 p.m. Child/Tween
Computer Basics for Kids
A hands-on class for kids to practice basic computing concepts and learn new vocabulary. Mouse experience required. Ages 8 & up. (45 min.) Preregister
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Thurs., Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Teen Game Night
Join us for Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, and snacks. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Fri., Nov. 21, 3:30 p.m. Child
Science Club: Phases of Matter
Watch as shaking changes the states of matter of different substances. Ages 8 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Sat., Nov. 22, 10:15 or 11:15 a.m. Child
What a Wonderful World: Trees
Find out what’s so special about trees. Ages 2 & up. (45 min.) |
Tues., Nov. 25, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Teen Flix Fix: Stardust
Time for popcorn and a film about Tristan’s journey to recover a fallen star to present to his love. (127 min.) Ages 12-17. Signed parental permission slips required for admission. Preregister. PG-13 |
Sat., Nov. 29, 10:15 or 11:15 a.m. Child
What a Wonderful World: Music
Explore our wonderful world through musical stories and songs. Ages 2 & up. (45 min.) |
Mon, Dec. 1, 8, 15 & 22 Child
09:30 a.m.: Ages 0-9 mos.
11:15 a.m.: Ages 10-18 mos.
Baby Story Time
Your baby will love our rhymes, fingerplays, songs, books, and toys. (35 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 2, 4:15 p.m. Tween/Teen
Candlemaking
Make different styles of candles for your friends and holiday festivities. Ages 9 & up. (60+ min.) Preregister. |
Wed, Dec. 3, 4:15 p.m. Child/Teen
Flick Lit: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Five children win tickets into Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory. Copies at the Children’s Desk. Ages 8 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Teen Writing Workshop
Bring a sample of your work to share, eat snacks, give and get constructive comments, and do a few writing exercises to hone your skills. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, Dec. 6, 13 & 20, 10:15 or 11:15 a.m. Child
Drop-In Story Times
Bring friends and family to one of our Saturday morning story times. Ages 2 & up. (45 min.) |
Mon, Dec. 8, 15, 22 & 29, 3:30 p.m. Child
Poetry Recital Practice
Would you like to perform in our Poetry Recital? At our first rehearsal (Dec. 8), pick out a poem and start brainstorming costume ideas. We’ll spend four sessions practicing and making simple costumes. On Mon, Dec. 29, at 6:30 p.m., invite family and friends to our recital. Ages 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 9, 11:00 a.m. Child
Who Has the Mitten?
Follow the misadventures of a mitten and the creatures that use it. Ages 3 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 9, 4:15 p.m. Tween
Craft Club: Holiday Gifts
Show your love and appreciation for others with simple handcrafted gifts. Ages 9-12. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Bookmaking for Teens
Learn how to create inexpensive handmade books to give to friends and family. Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Wed, Dec. 10 & 17, 3:30 p.m. Family
Flick Lit: Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
You’ve read the book; now see the original movie starring Gene Wilder. (100 min.) All ages. G |
Thu, Dec. 11, 6:30 p.m. Teen
TAG
Let your opinions be heard at our Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting! Enjoy conversation and good ideas. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Library. Ages 12-17. (45 min.) |
Thu, Dec. 11, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Pizza & Pages: So Yesterday
We’ll discuss Scott Westerfeld’s book about Hunter, a professional trendsetter who discovers what’s hot and sells information to advertisers. When he plans to meet his boss but only finds her cellphone, will Hunter solve the mystery of his missing boss? Copies at the children’s desk. Pizza provided by the Friends of the Library. Ages 12-17. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Fri, Dec. 12 & 19, 3:30 p.m. Child
Science Club: Salt-Dough Ornaments
Create special holiday memories making salt-dough ornaments. You must attend both sessions. Ages 8 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 16, 3:30 p.m. Child
Young Artists’ Series: String Art
Change a two-dimensional picture into a three-dimensional work of art using string, yarn and glue. Ages 5-8. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Dec. 16, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Anime Grab Bag
Pop in for some popcorn and see what’s inside our anime grab bag. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Snacks provided by the Friends of the Library. Preregister. PG |
Wed, Dec. 17, 11:00 a.m. Child
Let It Snow!
Fun stories about a winter wonderland and a special wintry craft. Ages 3 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
Special Make-Up Date!
Wed, Dec. 17, 3:00 p.m.
Geddy the Gecko’s Multicultural Dances from around the World
Celebrate Families Reading Together with Geddy’s music and dance adventure. Grades Pre-K & up. (45 min.) Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. |
Wed., Dec. 17, 3:30 p.m. Family
Flick Lit: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Johnny Depp stars in this remake of the classic children’s story. All ages. (115 min.) PG |
Thu, Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m. Teen
Teen Game Night
Join us for Dance Dance Revolution and Guitar Hero. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Library. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Mon, Dec. 29, 6:30 p.m. Family
Poetry Recital
An evening of poetry as our young performers recite animal poems, funny poems, nature poems, and more! Ages 4 & up. (60 min.) |
Tue, Dec. 30, 6:00 p.m. Teen
Teen Flix Fix: The Phantom of the Opera
A young opera singer enters the phantom’s mysterious underground realm. Is he there to teach her how to sing, or does he have more sinister motives? Popcorn provided by the Friends of the Library. (141 min.) Ages 12-17. Preregister. PG-13 |
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WELLINGTON
COMPUTER TRAINING |
Nov. 20 – 8:30 a.m.
ADVANCED E-MAIL (Hands-On)
Using Yahoo mail, learn functions like attaching images and links, changing font sizes and colors, and using emoticons. |
Nov. 20 – 2:30 p.m.
BEGINNING INTERNET (Lecture)
A basic introduction to the Internet, covering the World Wide Web, browsers, Internet service providers, and e-mail. For beginners. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Nov. 22 – 8:30 a.m.
SEARCH TOOLS (Hands-On)
Prerequisite: Introductory Internet
Learn how to use a Web Directory, search engines, and a Meta-search engine, plus other specialized search tools. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Nov. 29 – 8:30 a.m.
LOOK IT UP AT YOUR LIBRARY (Hands-On)
Prerequisite: Introductory Internet
Learn how to access your library account from home, renew your materials, locate items, place books on hold, and find book reviews. Using library databases, learn how to access newspapers, magazines, books, readers advisories, and more. (90 min.) Preregister.
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Dec. 4, 8:30 a.m.
Dec. 11, 8:30 a.m.
INTERNET BASICS (Hands-On)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn more about the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser. Experience using a mouse required. (60 min.) Preregister.
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Dec. 6, 8:30 a.m.
MOUSING (Hands-On)
Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Dec. 13, 8:30 a.m.
INTERNET BÁSICO (Lecture)
(Introductory Internet in Spanish)
Aprende lo basico en esta clase de Internet para principiantes. (90 min.) |
Dec. 13, 2:30 p.m.
INTERNET TIPS & TRICKS (Lecture)
Learn how to use different Web search tools and helpful tips and tricks for using your browser. Some computer knowledge is necessary. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Dec. 17, 2:00 p.m.
BASIC WORD PROCESSING: (Hands-On)
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word to create school reports or résumés. Some computer experience necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.
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Dec. 18, 8:30 a.m.
E-MAIL BASICS (Hands-On)
Prerequisites: Introductory Internet & Mouse Experience
Learn how to use Yahoo (a free, web-based e-mail program), how to send and receive mail, and how to create folders and an address book. (60 min.) Preregister.
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Dec. 20, 8:30 a.m.
SEARCH TOOLS (Hands-On)
Prerequisite: Introductory Internet
Learn how to use a Web Directory, search engines, and a Meta-search engine, plus other specialized search tools. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Dec. 20, 2:30 p.m.
BEGINNING COMPUTERS (Lecture)
A once-a-month class to introduce you to the different parts of a computer and how to use one. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Dec. 27 - 8:30 a.m.
HERRAMIENTAS DE BÚSQUEDA EN EL INTERNET (Hands-On)
(Search Tools in Spanish)
Pre-requisito: Introducción al Internet.
Aprenda a utilizar un directorio web, herramientas
de búsqueda, un meta buscador
y otras herramientas especializadas para navegar por el Internet. Se requiere registrarse.
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