Lifelong Learning @ Your Library
Is back to school on your August calendar? Fayetteville Public Library is here to help you get back into the groove from preschool to grad school and everything in between.
For you lifelong learners, we're ready for you with many free online options.- Universal Class - 500+ course offerings and access to real teachers.
- Mango Languages - An interactive language-learning system.
- JobNow! - Expert assistance for every step of your job search.
Drop in to one of our informal orientation sessions to FPL+ and take your library experience online! A different online learning product available exclusively from your library will be demonstrated most Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August at 3pm in the Ann Henry Board Room and the Walmart Storytime Room. It's FPL PLUS!  For more information |
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For Adults
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Education Expo/Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, August 11 from 11:30 am to 1 pm
Fayetteville Town Center
Visit the Library's booth and many more exhibitors to discover local resources for teachers, homeschoolers and lifelong learners. Sponsored by the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce.
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Find It, Fund It: Intro to Finding Funders
Tuesday, August 16 at 6:30 pm
Ann Henry Board RoomProvides a comprehensive introduction to the Foundation Directory Online, the Foundation Center's most comprehensive database of more than 98,000 grant makers and half a million grants, updated weekly. Attendees will learn to search for compatible grant makers, grants, charitable companies and 990 tax forms.  To register, call 479.856.7250 or email questions@faylib.org
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Get Your Geek On: Using Microsoft Word
Tuesday, August 16 at 9:30 am
Computer Lab
Registration required. Call 856-7250 for information.
The first of four computer classes over two weeks in
August, Word Up will cover basic use of Microsoft Word.
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Get Your Geek On: Internet Secrets Exposed
Wednesday, August 17 at 9:30 am
Computer Lab
Registration required. Call 856-7250 for information. The Great Googley Moogley will show users how to use the FPL website, discuss Internet safety and explore some of the features of Google, including Images, Maps, News and Advanced Search.
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Eat at Denny's to support FPL
Thursday, August 18 from 6-9 pm
Denny's on Martin Luther King Blvd. in Fayetteville
A portion of your dinner bill goes to support the Friends of the Fayetteville Public Library.
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Get Your Geek On: You've Got Mail
Tuesday, August 23 at 9:30 am
Computer Lab
Registration required. Call 856-7250 for information.Users will learn how to keep their mail boxes organized and spam-free with the proper use of contacts, attachments, replying, forwarding, deleting and unsubscribing. For more information
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TheatreSquared Artists' Forum
Tuesday, August 23 at 6:30 pm
Walker Community Room
Kyle Kellams, host of Ozarks at Large on KUAF 91.3 FM, hosts a conversation with TheatreSquared artistic director Robert Ford and cast members on their upcoming show, Boeing-Boeing.
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Get Your Geek On: Mousercize
Wednesday, August 24 at 9:30 am
Computer Lab
Registration required. Call 856-7250 for information.Novice computer users learn right-clicking, left-clicking and general mouse-foolery with a mouse tutorial and guided practice. For more information
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For Everyone
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Go Online with FPL Online+
Most Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August at 3 pm
Ann Henry Board Room
Come learn about downloadable books, music, videos, and research resources. For more information (insert link to full calendar and the new logo)
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For Children
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Preschool Tea Parties 1, 2, & 3
Monday, August 1, 10:30 am
Monday, August 1, 5 pm
Tuesday, August 2, 10:30 am
Wal-Mart Storytime Room
Register in person at the Children's Desk. You will receive your invitation! Registration is ongoing until July 30.
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SRC finale/7-Upstage melodrama,
Wednesday, August 3, 1 pm
Watch "The Search for the Secret Book of Atrebor" and stay for the grand prize drawings to follow.
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Partners in Play with Trike Theatre
Saturday, August 6, 10:30 am
Walker Community Room
Trike Theatre, Northwest Arkansas' professional theatre for youth and families, creates extraordinary theatre experiences for young people and families, strengthens community, advances education through the arts and inspires young voices. For ages 3-5.
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Arkansas Naturals Reading Parade and
game at Naturals Stadium, Arvest Ballpark
Sunday, August 7, 5 pm
The Naturals provided free tickets to libraries throughout NWA. Readers and their families will enjoy the game and participate in the Reading Parade.
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Around the World Bedtime Storytime
Tuesday, August 9, 6:30 pm
Walker Community Room
Great for families!
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Daytime Lock-in for completed K, 1st, 2nd grades.
Thursday, August 11, 11 am - 2 pm
Walker Community Room
Register in person at the Children's Desk. Fee is $10 and includes lunch. Registration is ongoing.
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Overnight Lock-In for completed 3rd, 4th, 5th grades.
From 8:30 pm Friday, August 12 until 8 am Saturday, August 13
Walker Community Room
Register in person at the Children's Desk. Fee is $20 and includes dinner. Registration is ongoing.
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Mike Block and the Goodnow Ranch Camp Musicians.
Saturday, August 13, 2 pm
Walker Community Room
Mike Block, cellist, composer and educator, will conduct the Goodnow Ranch Camp recital. Families can enjoy a free musical performance in a fun atmosphere.
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Silent Library FPL: Worldwide
Wal-Mart Storytime Room
Tuesday, August 2, 5-7 pm
Quietly take on international challenges and win!
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Olympic Jam with DJ Beat Bachs
Thursday, August 4, 6 - 8 pm
Rock Street garage and amphitheatre
GRAND PRIZES at 7:30 pm
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Teen Anime
Monday, August 8, 11 am - 1 pm
Walker Community Room
Snack on breakfast munchies while you enjoy two hours of your favorite anime series. The SMA series will take place every 1st and 3rd Saturday morning of the month.
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Gamers' Club
Tuesday, August 30, 4-6 pm
Walker Community Room
The monthly gamers club includes Wii games, cards and board games. Open to all teens!
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Save the date!
September 10
OWL - Ozark Writers' Live!
October 28
Gathering of the Groups with author Colin Beavan
November 13
Author Geraldine Brooks
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