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Newport News Public Library System July 2009 |
The Newport News Public Library System will be closed Saturday, July 4, for Independence Day, and closed Tuesday, Aug. 11, for the annual staff in-service day. | |
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Learn a foreign language from the comfort of your home with Mango Languages. Twelve languages are available. Get your Library card, go to the online resources listing on the Library's website, then go to Languages, and click on Mango Languages. |
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| Libraries Change Lives. Share Your Story! |
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Library users share how our Libraries help them:
"I homeschool my children. The libraries have been tremendous resources, which enriched my curriculum without busting my budget." -- Barbara Denham
"I entered the WTKR "car contest" online every day at the library. I won a $100 gas card! It was an exciting experience
I wouldn't have had if the Library didn't offer two hours of Internet access every day to library members. Thanks for providing this wonderful service to Newport News citizens!" -- Shirley Martin
Thanks to those who have shared their stories. Email your story or fill out a card in the library. Name and contact information are optional. |
| Library patrons, supporters promote reading |
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Read posters created by the Library System will be on display throughout July at Pearl Bailey Library and various locations afterward. They feature our own Library "celebrities," including Newport News Firefighter-Medic Rachel Laird.
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Greetings!
Welcome to the Newport News Public Library System's new, redesigned "Books & Beyond" newsletter! This emailed newsletter replaces the printed newsletter, which will no longer be available after the July 2009 issue. On the first day of each month, check your email for your "Books & Beyond" newsletter so that you don't miss out on any of the new programs and services available for that month.
We would like to know what you think of this new version and any suggestions or comments you may have. Please give us your thoughts. Thank you, and we hope you enjoy exploring all of the free opportunities that your Library has to offer! And, please let us know if you have any questions about the new "Books & Beyond." |
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Hours change at West Avenue Library |
The operating hours of West Avenue Library are now
 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The Library is closed on Tuesdays, Thursdays, weekends and holidays. West Avenue Library offers full library services at the corner of 30th Street and West Avenue in downtown Newport News. Watch for details to come on the celebration of the Library's 80th anniversary this fall. |
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Patrons share their stories |
 Seven community members stood, one by one, in front of an audience on June 6 at Main Street Library and shared their stories. From difficult childhoods to ghost encounters, each story offered a unique perspective and insight on the teller's life. It was the culmination of "What's Your Story? Share It At Your Library!" the 2009 adult programming series. In addition to performing their stories for the library audience, participants recorded their oral histories privately on a CD to take home and created collages based on their lives, courtesy of the Peninsula Fine Arts Center. Pictured is Mendel Williams, right, creating a collage with the help of PFAC volunteer Jacqueline McCormick. The program was sponsored by the Dr. Herbert H. Neisser Fund. |
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Job help for teens, young adults offered |
A new federal program provides employment for youths 16-24 through the summer. The Library System is offering assistance to youths in Newport News interested in finding out more and applying for the program, 3-5 p.m., Mondays at Pearl Bailey Library; 3-5 p.m., Tuesdays at Main Street Library, and 3-5 p.m. Wednesdays at Grissom Library.
For more information about the Summer Youth Employment Program, administered by The Greater Peninsula Workforce Investment Board, call 757-597-2801 Ext. 307. |
| Upcoming Programs @ Your Library |
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Summer Reading Programs inspire creativity |
 The summer is full of free opportunities for adults, children and teens to get creative and express themselves through the Library System's Summer Reading Program. Kids and teens win prizes based on the number of minutes that they read through Friday, July 31, and adults can enter drawings for prizes. Lots of special programs, including puppets, magic, clowns, animals and concerts, are included. Some programs require registration. |
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Free computer, art classes, concerts and more offered |
 August Computer classes: Registration begins July 1 for August classes online or by calling the respective library. Classes are for those with little or no computer experience and cover various topics, including computer and Internet basics, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, resume writing and more. Search for classes and register now.
July 15, "Up For Discussion ...," Book Club: The Book Club will meet 7-8 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, at Main Street Library to discuss "The Secret Life of Bees," by Sue Monk Kidd. Search our catalog for this book or register now.
July 20, Summer Concert: Peter Fletcher, a classical guitarist who has won numerous awards and performed worldwide including at Carnegie Hall, will present classical guitar music, 7-8:30 p.m., Monday, July 20, at Main Street Library. No registration is required.
July 23, Art of Cake Designing: Patricia Jackson, aka "Patti Cake," will teach adults the basics of cake decorating, 7-8 p.m., Thursday, July 23, at Pearl Bailey Library. Register now.
Summer Bookmobile schedule: The Library System's Bookmobile makes scheduled stops Mondays through Thursdays, except for holidays. Check out the summer schedule online or call 757-591-4858 for information. The Bookmobile is wheelchair accessible. First and third Thursdays, Loosely Knit Group: Everyone is welcome to join the Loosely Knit Group, which meets 9:30-11:30 a.m. every first and third Thursday of each month at Grissom Library. No registration is required. |
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Get down to business at Main Street Library for free |
Mondays, Thursdays, Virginia Employment Commission Website Orientation Sessions: In the Business Center, staff will offer orientation sessions to help patrons register to use the Virginia Employment Commission site, VAworkconnect.com, 10 a.m. to noon, Mondays, July 6, 20, 27; and 2 to 4 p.m., Thursdays, July 2, 9, 16, 30. Register now.
July 9, Introduction to the Business Decision database: Staff will teach participants how to use the small-business marketing database to create maps based on various statistical data, such as extensive consumer household data, market segmentation data, population forecasts and demographic data. The class is offered 10-11 a.m., Thursday, July 9. Register now.
July 21, Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online: Staff will teach participants how to use this database, available only at Main Street Library, to search for grants and research potential donors. This class will be offered 3-4 p.m., on Tuesday, July 21. Register now. |
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Consortium to present David Baldacci |
 David Baldacci, the No. 1 New York Times bestselling novelist, will speak at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, at Thomas Nelson Community College. All of Baldacci's 16 novels have become national and international bestsellers. His new book,"First Family," was released April 21.
Baldacci will share humorous tales of his experiences in researching and writing his novels.
Free tickets for the author talk, question-and-answer session and book signing are available beginning Sept. 15 at Newport News Libraries, as well as the other sponsoring libraries of the Virginia Peninsula Literary Consortium. Tickets will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to two per person while supplies last. Attendees are encouraged to bring a new or gently used book to donate to Feeding Body & Mind, a charity of Baldacci's Wish You Well Foundation, which distributes them to area Food Banks. |
| Library Staff and Friends news |
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Find great deals at Friends Bookstore |
 New hours at Bookstore: The Friends of the Newport News Public Library Bookstore, located inside Main Street Library, is now open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 2 - 4 p.m. Items for sale include gently used books, DVDs, bestsellers and more! |
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Thanks to our Friends and supporters! |
 Each year the Friends of the Newport News Public Library provide much-needed assistance to the Libraries.
Because of this volunteer, nonprofit organization's work, the Libraries are able to offer many services and programs that otherwise would not be possible.
The Friends have purchased personal computers for public use and outfitted computer labs, purchased books and other materials, sponsored programs and speakers, awarded an annual scholarship to a Newport News library employee, underwritten the Summer Reading Program and mailed the monthly printed newsletter.
The Library System is grateful to the Friends volunteers for their support, as well as to those who purchase materials through the Friends Bookstore at Main Street Library and the booksales held throughout the year. Thank you! | |
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Thank you for subscribing to "Books & Beyond," the newsletter of the Newport News Public Library System. The Newport News Public Library System consists of four public libraries, a public law library and a bookmobile. Programs presented by the Library System are free and open to the public. For more information on Newport News Public Library System programs, please call 757-247-8875 or visit www.nngov.com/library. Administration Offices: 700 Town Center Drive, Suite 300 NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia 23606 757-926-1350 |
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