Janis F. Kearney, personal diarist to former President Bill Clinton
Janis F. Kearney, personal diarist to former President Bill Clinton, will be the keynote speaker during "Literacy - A Family Affair," a two-day program.
Kearney is a lecturer, oral historian and author of "Conversations: William Jefferson Clinton, From Hope to Harlem," "Cotton Field of Dreams" and "Something to Write Home About: Memories from a Presidential Diarist."
Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 5:30 pm at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
Conversation and book signing: Meet the author during a reception.
She will discuss her works at 6:30 pm and sign books afterward.
Friday, May 18, 2012 at 7 pm at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
Silent auction: The auction will benefit the Friends of the Library and local literacy programs.
To view the items that will be auctioned, visit http://parishnurseministries.org/home/book_fest
and click on "Silent auction preview" in the top right corner.
Friday, May 18, 2012 at 8 pm at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
Panel discussion: Kearney will moderate a discussion titled “Do you have a book in you?” The panel will feature local authors Barbara Cameron, author of "A Time for Peace"; Charlie Carlson, author of "Weird Florida"; Mary Clay, author of "Murder in the Stacks"; Michelle Donice, author of "The Other Side of Through"; Fannie Minson Hudson, author of "History of New Smyrna Black Businesses"; and Yvonne J. Peterson, author of "The Bichon Run."
The authors will sign books afterward.
All events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. To reserve a spot at one of the library programs, call 386-424-2910, ext. 102; email mjnelson@co.volusia.fl.us; or visit the reference desk.
To make a reservation for one of the community center programs, call 386-244-7801.
Basics of landscape design
Ed Meiser, a Volusia County master gardener, will discuss the planning and placement of Florida-friendly plants. He’ll offer helpful hints and provide free landscaping information from the University of Florida.
Monday, May 21, 2012 at 11 am at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
No registration. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information call 386-424-2910 x. 104.
Scams, Shams and Flim-Flams
Senior citizens can be easy prey for rip-off artists. To help seniors arm themselves with information and avoid being the next victim of a scam, Elder Law Attorney Michael Pyle will present Scams, Shams and Flim-Flams, a program specifically designed for seniors and those who care for them. Mr. Pyle will discuss how to protect yourself from the theft of your money and identity, as well as damage to your credit. He will also share tips about how to handle telephone and door-to-door sales scams.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 1 pm at the Daytona Beach Library on City Island.
The program is free and open to the public. For more information contact Deborah Shafer at 386-257-6036, ext. 16264.
Wildlife Writer Photographer to speak in Deltona
Charles Sobczak, Sanibel wildlife writer, will be talking about his two most recent non-fiction nature guides: Living Sanibel - a Nature Guide to Sanibel & Captiva Islands and The Living Gulf Coast - A Nature Guide to Southwest Florida. Both books discuss native flora and fauna as well as the parks, preserves and eco-destinations found in the region.
Mr. Sobczak will autograph copies for sale and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Deltona Library.
Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 10:30 am at the Deltona Library.
To ensure adequate seating, reservations are encouraged
by calling the library at 386-789-7207 x236.
Sponsored by the Deltona Library Friends and VCPL.
Overdrive Class
Interested in downloading free e-Books from the library onto your tablet or mobile device?
Iif you would like to learn how to download e-Books and audio books to your Android device, iPad, iPhone, or Ipod Touch, then our Mobile and Tablet class is the one that’s right for you! Prior to the classes try to download the free OverDrive App. All presentations are free and open to the public.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 11 am
at the Daytona Beach Library on City Island.
For more information contact Deborah Shafer at 386-257-6036, ext. 16264 or Kristin Heifner at 386-257-6036, ext. 16166.
Functional Food Series: Brain Health
Jill Taufer of the Volusia County Extension Agency will present: Functional Food Series: Brain Health.
Whether you call them super foods, power foods or functional foods, these foods go beyond just providing energy, they offer distinct health benefits. This workshop will review what foods promote brain health. Participants will also learn lifestyle strategies that exercise your brain your body and boost memory skills.
Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 2 pm at the Port Orange Library.
The program is free and open to the public.
For more information call 386-322-5152, option 3.
eReader Program
This program will help patrons download eBooks from the Library’s Overdrive Digital Catalog. Participants are welcome to bring their own devices and questions. Free Wifi is available.
Reservations are not required. For more information, call 386-676-4191.
Friday, May 25, 2012 at the Ormond Beach Library. |
Your Library – Anytime, Anywhere
Did you know you can use the library even when it's closed?
- Books due and you can’t get here? Learn how to renew your own checked-out items.
- Want something from another branch? Learn how to place items on hold.
- Paper due tomorrow? Find journal and newspaper articles using the library’s electronic databases.
And, learn to download audio books, eBooks and music – all from your home computer or wireless electronic device.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at 1 pm at the Daytona Beach Library on City Island.
The program is free and open to the public.
For more information call the reference desk at 386-257-6037.
Two Clown-Tastics! Camps this summer
Karen "Bubbles" Poulsen, a professional clown, will lead the library’s Clown-tastics Camp twice during summer break. Children will learn clown basics, characterization, costumes, makeup, balloon creations, juggling, comedy magic, performance skills and acting. There also will be time for group activities, sport stacking and games. On the last day of camp, the children will give a performance in costume and makeup.
All costumes, make-up and supplies will be provided--just bring your smile!
Tuition for the five-day class is $50. Class size is limited to 10 children, ages 7-11.
For more information or to register call Karen Poulsen at 386-248-1745 x1213
or email kpoulsen@co.volusia.fl.us.
June 11 - 15, 2012 from 9 am - 3 pm at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
Brochure and application for New Smyrna camp.
July 30 - August 3, 2012 from 9 am - 3 pm at the Port Orange Library.
Brochure and application for the Port Orange camp.
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