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Newport News Public Library System August 2011 |
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Possible eAudiobook issues
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Library patrons may have some difficulties with the eAudiobooks collection while it is being changed to a different format. Thanks for your patience, and we are sorry for the inconvenience.
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Sept. 17-24: Newport News Libraries celebrate romance novels with "Love Among the Stacks."
Sept. 27: Free tickets for the Catherine Coulter author talk are available in the Libraries.
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Free music downloads available soon
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 Registered Library cardholders in good standing will be able to download three songs a week in the MP3 format at no cost from the Library's website and computer labs beginning Aug. 15. These songs become a permanent part of the users' personal library. They do not expire or need to be returned. A collection of millions of songs from Sony Music and other major labels will be available, and other songs will be added later. Contact the reference desk at your Newport News Public Library for more information. Read more.
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Snakes, ventriloquist, more at SRP programs
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 | | Olivia Donne, age 2, pets a snake, July 13 at Main Street Library. |
Children, teens and adults have been treated to free movies, shows and other programs as part of the Library's Summer Reading Programs, which continued through July 31. The Summer Reading Program was generously supported by the Friends of the Newport News Public Library and Capt. D's, Fazoli's, McDonald's, Golden Corral, Moe's Southwest Grill, Shoney's, and the Library of Virginia. Find news stories on SRP View pictures from SRP  | | Dancers from the St. Demetrios Greek School in Williamsburg perform June 22 at Grissom Library. |
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| Upcoming Programs @ Your Library |
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Teens and children
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 Aug. 3, Wide World of Sports: Martial Arts of Asia: Youth ages 7-18 are invited to learn the history and science of martial arts from Asia, 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 3, at Grissom Library and 2 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 4 at Pearl Bailey Library. Presented by John Siu of the Riverstone Learning Center, the program includes a demonstration and limited audience participation. No registration required.
Aug. 9, Teen "Green" Accessory Party: Teens ages 12-18 can make their own "green" accessories out of reused and recycled materials, 2-3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 9, at Grissom Library. Participants may bring materials such as old jewelry, beads, cloth and other recycled materials from home to share, and some materials will be provided. No registration required.
 Aug. 27, The Knit Wits: Junior Knitting and Crafting Group: Youth ages 10-17 are invited to learn to knit and participate in other craft projects, 2-4 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month, excluding holidays, at Grissom Library. The first meeting of the group is 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 27. Register beginning Aug. 13.
Aug. 30, Teen Back 2 School Fashion Show: Teens ages 12-18 are invited to show off their style, 2-4 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 30, at Grissom Library. Participants must attend a dress rehearsal, 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 27, at Grissom Library. Judges will choose winners for Best Outfit and Best "Green" Accessory. A People's Choice winner also will be chosen. Outfits must conform to school dress codes, and include a "green" element made from reused or recycled material. Register beginning Aug. 9.
Ongoing programs:
- Aug. 6, Paws to Read, Grissom
- Aug. 3, 24, Checkmate Chess Club with Mr. Dixon, Pearl Bailey
- Aug. 10, Teen Advisory Committee, Bailey
- Aug. 19, Anime and Manga Club, Bailey
- Aug. 20, Lego Party, Grissom Library
- Aug. 25, Teen Advisory Committee, Grissom
For more information on these programs, please call the respective Library.
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Adults
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 Aug. 6, Summer Concert Series: Curt Brady and Jo's Boys: Curt Brady and Jo's Boys music group will perform a mix of rock, country and blues music, 2-3 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 6, at Main Street Library. No registration required.
Aug. 8, Break-Out Sessions for Job-Seekers: Adults can get help with creating an email account, designing a resume to showcase strengths, completing a worry-free application online, and more during Pearl Bailey Library's Break-Out Sessions for job-seekers. The next session is 3-5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 8, at Pearl Bailey Library. No registration required.
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For more information on these programs, please call the respective Library.
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Get great deals, support your Library at Booksale
|  Shop for hardbacks, paperbacks, kids' books, VHS tapes and more, Aug. 11-13, at West Avenue Library. The sale hours are noon-4 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 11; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 13. A special preview for Friends members only is 10 a.m.-noon on Thursday, Aug. 11. Email the Friends for more information. Read more
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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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