Cameron Village Regional Library Monday - Thursday 9 - 9
1930 Clark Avenue Friday 10 - 6
Raleigh, NC 27605 Saturday 10 - 5 Sunday 1 - 5
(919) 856-6705
www.wakegov.com
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Cameron Village Regional Library's
Village Reader
A Part of Your Community, A Part of Your Life
January 2010
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Dates To Remember
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Friday, January 1: Library is closed for New Year's Day
Monday, January 18: Library is closed for Martin Luther King Day
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The Legacy of Timbuktu Exhibit Opens January 23
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 Make plans to visit the library between January 23 and January 29 to view our newest exhibit, "The Legacy of Timbuktu: Wonders of the Written Word". For one week only, the Cameron Village Regional Library, in collaboration with Cultural Enrichment Services, Inc., is pleased to host this traveling exhibit from the International Museum of Muslim Cultures in Jackson, Mississippi.
The exhibit highlights Timbuktu as a sophisticated, literate city that flourished on the edge of the Sahara beginning in the 13th century and lasting more than 700 years. Discover how Timbuktu
was a thriving crossroads of international caravan commerce, including the book trade. Find out how Timbuktu became a celebrated center of learning, attracting scholars and thousands of students and teachers from many countries and backgrounds.
This exhibit is a World Heritage Series Event of The International Museum of Muslim Cultures in partnership with the Mamma Haidara Memorial Library of Timbuktu. It is hosted by Cultural Enrichment Services, Inc. in partnership with UNC African Studies Center, Cameron Village Regional Library, and the North Carolina Museum of History. It is sponsored by the North Carolina Humanities Council. Official Sponsors: Jackson State University & Tougaloo College.
In addition to the exhibit, the library will offer the following Timbuktu programs:
Panel Discussion: Extending the Legacy of Timbuktu Through Literacy and Peace
Sunday, January 24, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Children's Program for Families with Children Ages 4 and Up
Reading, Writing and Timbuktu
Wednesday, January 27, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Did you know that Timbuktu was a center of learning for over 700 years? Come and make your own manuscript of Arabic words. Please call 856-6723 to register.
Educational Activities:
Distance Learning Teacher Training coordinated by African Studies Center, UNC Chapel-Hill
Scavenger Hunt for middle school students
Research Guide posted on library's website
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Another Year Older...
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It's amazing that the "new and improved" Cameron Village Regional Library is getting ready to celebrate its 4th year in the renovated facility. So many things have evolved since our major renovation/building project. Thank you for weathering the storms of construction, a temporary library, staff turnover, shared collections, budget reductions, and the changing face of life in our urban library. To recap:
*January 20, 2006 marked the opening day of our new facility. Since that time, the building has won 3 design awards (City of Raleigh, Triangle area, and an honorable mention from the N.C. Chapter of the American Institute of Architects) and our library was the first "color" photograph to grace the annual edition of NC Libraries magazine. We opened with a grand parade through the shopping center and hoards of customers enchanted by the new space. We have been "on go" ever since.
*Our local circulation of books has increased from about 65,000 items per month to about 94,000 items per month. Our number of daily visits by customers has increased from approximately 2800 people to over 4000 visits almost every day. Our computer use and program attendance continues to rise. Monthly, we feature art by local artists, and local musicians play for a few hours each week. We continue to provide wifi access for laptop computers. We have hosted seven traveling exhibits about various people and topics. We feature art by local school classes on a rotating and permanent basis.
*Locally, we increased our security presence as some problems of being in an urban setting became obvious to us this year. We gladly open our doors to every resident for library service, but we were forced to address the behaviors of a few that were negatively affecting the experience of many.
*From a system perspective over the past four years, we moved from local book selection and an individual branch book collection to centralized selection and "sharing" a system collection with the other 19 library facilities in the county. We continue to analyze and evaluate the books we purchase, the interest that spawns that selection, and the use of our collections in an ongoing fashion. This fiscal year the system will see over 10 million visitors who will check out over 12 million books. That is to say, our collection of 1.3 million volumes will turn over 12 times during the course of the year. Incredible by anyone's measurement!
*Our Director of 27 years, Tom Moore, retired in June. We are in the midst of the search for a new Library Director while being led by Interim Director Ann Burlingame.
*We faced the tough economic times head-on last year by a reduction of hours (and a reduction of staff) and a large reduction in our system book budget. It remains difficult, even after six months, to turn customers away early on Friday morning or at 6:00 that same evening. Cuts to our book and materials budget seem obvious to us and to our regular readers and significant changes will be felt in January with magazine and newspaper reductions. We appreciate the loyalty of our library customers during these difficult times and remain confident that better times are ahead in a few years.
So, it's been an exciting and constantly evolving four years. As I stated on opening day, I still believe "it's the best place in the galaxy" to be offering library service. This is due in no small part to the value placed on libraries by our funding authorities and by our community. Thank you all for your constant support of books, reading and libraries in Wake County. Here's to continued growth and evolution!
Dale Cousins, Regional Library Supervisor
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"A New Year, A New You" Program Series
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Each year, millions of Americans will tackle the annual ritual of making New Year's resolutions. Some will succeed, some will stumble. Let the Cameron Village Library help you create positive, healthy goals for the upcoming year and learn ways of maintaining your momentum with our "A New Year, A New You" series. The following programs are available free at the Cameron Village Library.
G.R.I.T.T. Your Teeth: Get Ready, It's Tax Time!
Monday, January 11, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
New Gadgets For a New Year: What Is This Thing I Got For the Holidays?
Tuesday, January 12, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Get On Board! Everything You Wanted To Know About Nonprofit Boards
Wednesday, January 13, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Making Commitments and Building Momentum: Inspire To Action
Wednesday, January 20, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
How To Lose 500 lbs. In a Week - Just De-Clutter Your Life!
Thursday, January 28, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
New Year's Resolutions Anonymous Open Forum
Thursday, February 4, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Call the library at 856-6710 for more information.
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Financial Aid 101 Series
for Wake County Public Libraries
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Sarita Broadway of the College Foundation of North Carolina will present a workshop on the basics of financial aid for students and their parents. Topics will include Financial Aid Basics, FAFSA, College Costs, Application Process, Eligibility Determination, Financial Aid Programs and Tax Credits. This free program series will be presented at the following locations and times. Please call to sign up for the program at your branch.
Cameron Village Regional Library
Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 p.m.
1930 Clark Ave., Raleigh, NC
919-856-6703
Southeast Regional Library
Saturday, January 16, 1:30 p.m.
908 7th Ave., Garner, NC
919-662-2250
North Regional Library
Tuesday, January 19, 6:30 p.m.
7009 Harps Mill Rd., Raleigh, NC
919-870-4000
East Regional Library
Thursday, January 21, 6:30 p.m
946 Steeple Square Ct., Knightdale, NC
919-217-5300
Eva Perry Regional Library
Monday, January 25, 6:30 p.m.
2100 Shepherd's Vineyard Dr., Apex, NC
919-387-2100
West Regional Library
Tuesday, February 16, 6:30 p.m.
4000 Louis Stephens Dr., Cary, NC
919-463-8500
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Tai Chi Demonstration
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Wednesday, January 6
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Atrium
Learn about the ancient art of Tai Chi with the Taoist Tai Chi Society in a free introductory demonstration in the atrium at the Cameron Village Library. Relax, breathe, and find an inner balance that will not only improve your physical flexibility, but will also reduce stress and be fun, too. No special equipment is necessary and Tai Chi may be enjoyed by young and old alike. Comfortable clothing and flat, rubber-soled shoes are recommended.
Call the Library at 856-6703 or email JR at jr.rogers@wakegov.com for more information.
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Braille Reading Demonstration |
Saturday, January 9
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Atrium
The Alliance of Disability Advocates will demonstrate how Braille is an effective communication tool. This program is open to the public, and no registration is required.
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Get Ready It's Tax Time! |
Monday, January 11
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Room 202
G.R.I.T.T. your teeth about taxes and join us for an information session with tax professionals from H&R Block. Learn about what you can do now to save money and what you need to have ready for filing taxes for the year 2009. Also, find out about the latest tax opportunities, requirements and changes.
This program is part of the "New Year, New You" series.
Call the Library at 856-6703 or email Susan.Neilson@wakegov.com for more information.
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Knit Night Returns
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Wednesday, January 13
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Programming Room
On the second Wednesday of each month, area knitters and crocheters gather in the programming room to make scarves, hats, mittens, etc. that will be donated to local charities at the end of the year. Just bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks and yarn. Beginners are welcome.
For more information, please call 856-6703 or email sue.scott@wakegov.com
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The Benefits of Raw Food
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Saturday, January 16
2:00 p.m.
Room 202
Join Shirley Hunsberger, Raw Food Chef/Teacher, for a talk about the benefits of raw food--fresh, organic, uncooked fruits, nuts, seeds, vegetables, sprouts and grains. She will also mix up a green smoothie for everyone to taste.
For more information, call 856-6703 or email ashlyn.bradshaw@wakegov.com
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Featured Artist of the Month and more...
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Watercolor Demonstration with Linda Dallas
Sunday, January 17
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Programming Room
Watercolor artist and illustrator, Linda Dallas, will answer questions, share information, discuss her creative process and demonstrate various watercolor techniques. Visit www.appetite4art.com to learn more about the artist. Linda will be also be displaying her art at the library during the month of January.
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Recycled Tote Workshop
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 Tuesday, January 19
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Room 202-A
Join D'Nise Hefner from Blue Jay Point to learn how to transform all those annoying plastic shopping bags into an attractive and useful tote/purse. Add a "green" element to your wardrobe while you learn the ins and outs of "closing the loop" with plastic bags.
Basic knitting skills are necessary, including casting on and a simple knit stitch OR basic crocheting skills. Bring your 12" long needles (size 10, 10 1/2, or 11) or a J crochet hook and your imagination!
Sign up at any library desk or email patti.huopana@wakegov.com
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How to Lose 500 lbs. in a Week!
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Thursday, January 28
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Programming Room
Does your house have to go on a diet? Is the clutter and stuff just pushing you out the door? Are your floors sagging with those extra pounds? Come join Eileen H. Stevie of Stevie Organizing Services, Inc. for this free, entertaining program at the Cameron Village Library. Get tips, information and solutions to take off the pounds of clutter, stop feeling overwhelmed and start working on changing your environment to "keep the weight off" and get better organized in 2010.
This program is part of the "New Year, New You" series.
Call the Library at 856-6701 or email Clare at clare.bass@wakegov.com for more information.
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Altered Book Club
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Monday, January 25
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Room 202A
Prabha Ramakrishnan will be our lead presenter and will share three or four techniques. She promises it will be fun!
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The Dating Guru: Are You a Cinderella or a Snow White?
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 Saturday, January 30
2:00 p.m.
Programming Room
Be here for relationship expert Deborah Dunn as she shares her advice for finding the right man in a society that often seems to be pushing you towards the wrong choice. Deborah Dunn is the author of Stupid about Men: 10 Rules for Getting Romance Right. Her highly entertaining approach is framed upon lessons derived from the attributes, including the flaws, of ten unique princesses we all know from popular fairy tales. The presentation is fun, but the advice is serious. Join us just in time for Valentine's Day for Deborah Dunn, the Dating Guru.
For more information, email Robert.Lambert@wakegov.com.
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What Our Book Clubs Are Reading
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Daytime Book Club
Wednesday, January, 10:30 a.m.
Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson
clare.bass@wakegov.com
African American Book Club
no meeting in January
awebster@wakegov.com
Evening Book Club
Tuesday, January 12, 6:30 p.m.
A Mercy by Toni Morrison
jells@wakegov.com
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club
Tuesday, January 19, 6:30 p.m.
The Mote in God's Eye by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle
sue.scott@wakegov.com
Monday Night Classics
Monday, January 25, 6:00 p.m.
The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton
robert.lambert@wakegov.com
Brown Bag Nonfiction Lunch Club
Thursday, January 28,12:15 p.m.
Working by Studs Terkel
ashlyn.bradshaw@wakegov.com
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Winter Storytimes
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January 11 - February 27
Join us for stories, songs, and games for children.
Baby Time for pre-walkers
Mondays, 10 - 10:20 a.m.
Saturdays, 10:15 - 10:35 a.m.
Toddler Time for walkers up to 3 years
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 10 - 10:20 a.m.
Preschool Storytime for ages 3 - 5
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 11 - 11:30 a.m.
Family Storytime for walkers to 5 years
Saturdays, 11 - 11:30 a.m..
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Kid's Yoga
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Wednesday, January 6
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
ages 3 - 5
Kids yoga is a fun and creative form of exercise that can be very helpful for children whose bodies are still developing. The use of animated poses and basic stretching exercises promote strength, coordination, body awareness and flexibility. Using interactive games and animated postures, kids learn about animals, nature and basic anatomy through yoga. Instructor Jennifer Bluestone started teaching kids yoga in 2008 after developing her own yoga practice for nearly 10 years. Please register by calling 856-6723.
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NEW DAY AND TIME
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Looking for something special to do on early release day? One Wednesday each month from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. the North Carolina Museum of History and Cameron Village Library present a fun program for children ages 5 - 9.
Wednesday, January 6 - Made from Clay
Learn about North Carolina pottery. See pots, bowls, and decorative pieces and make your own clay critter to take home.
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The Art Hour
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Saturday, January 9
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
grades K - 5
Our next Art Hour will be on January 9. Learn about found objects and pastels used in picture book illustrations with stories and a hands-on art activity. To register please call 856-6723.
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Saturday Special
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Saturday, January 16
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Colonial Children at Play, Work, and School
Spend a little time as a colonial era child. Enjoy playing with and handling reproductions of colonial era toys and tools that children of that period would have used. See what their clothing and school books would have looked like. Presented by the Joel Lane Museum House. Please register by calling 856-6723.
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Tuesday Tales for Homeschoolers
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Tuesday, January 19
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Rescue Heroes
Homeschoolers can enjoy stories, activities and crafts about people and animals who make a big impact on the lives of others. Registration is required. Please call 856-6723 or stop by the Children's Services Desk to register.
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Reading, Writing, and Timbuktu
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Wednesday, January 27
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
for families with children ages 4 and up
Did you know that Timbuktu was a center of learning for over 700 years? Come and make your own manuscript of Arabic words. Please call 856-6723 to register. During this program you will have the opportunity to visit our Legacy of Timbuktu exhibit. The exhibit is co-sponsored by Cultural Enrichment Services, Inc.
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Youth Book Clubs
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All Book Clubs meet from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Please register by calling 856-6723
2nd and 3rd Grade Book Club
Children currently in 2nd and 3rd grade are welcome.
Wednesday, January 13 - The End of the Beginning by Avi
4th and 5th Grade Book Club
Children currently in 4th and 5th grade are welcome.
Thursday, January 14 - Love, Ruby Lavender by Deborah Wiles
Middle School Book Club
Middle School students are welcome.
Thursday, January 21 - Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen
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Events for Teens
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Grades 6 - 12
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, January 4, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Do you need to complete volunteer hours for school? Do you want to have a say in services and events for teens at the Cameron Village Library? If so, you are invited to join our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Please call 856-6723 to register.
Anime Club
Tuesday, January 26, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Join us as we discuss our favorite titles, learn about new series, and screen & review anime. For more information or to be added to our email list contact Nicole at 856-6723 or stop by the Children's Services Desk. Please call to register.
Anime Club - Special Screening
Sunday, January 31, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Anime Club members will meet to view episodes of D. Gray-Man. Please note that this title is rated 13 and up. Please call 856-6723 to register.
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