Election night closingsThe following branches will be closing at 5:30 pm on Daytona Beach (City Island), Deltona, New Smyrna Beach, |
Learn about eReaders
Do you have an eReader and want to know what to do with it?
Then join library staff at the DeBary library for an eBook seminar. We'll be presenting an overview of eBooks and reading devices along with showing you how to borrow items free from the library.
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 11 am at the DeBary Library.
For more information call 386-668-3835.
eReader Workshops
Librarians Char Purdy and Susan Fichter will conduct two ereader workshops with particular attention to the procedure for borrowing library books. Each workshop will be followed by one-on-one assistance for attendees who have questions about their Nook or Kindle. Please feel free to bring your ereader. Free WiFi is available.
Friday, January 27, 2012 at the DeLand Library.
Nook eReaders from 1 to 2:30 pm
Kindle eReaders from 2:30 to 4 pm
The workshops are free but reservations are required.
For additional information or to reserve a space, please call 386-822-6430, ext. 115 or 116.
Lego Block Party (Family program)
All Lego Brickmasters report to the Construction Zone! You may use the library's Lego blocks or bring your own in a container with your name on it. Elementary age (K-5th) are invited. Bring the entire family for an evening of fun!
Monday, January 30, 2012 at 5:30 pm at the Port Orange Library.
Foundation Center workshop
Calling all Nonprofits! Find the financial support your organization needs.
Librarian Dena Rebozo will demonstrate how best to identify potential funding partners using the Foundation Center database Foundation Directory Online. Learn to mine this veritable clearinghouse of over 100,000 grantmakers. Get key facts on foundations, corporations, and grantmaking public charities. Use convenient indexes to quickly locate your best leads and broaden your prospects. This workshop concludes with individual work time. A limited number of library laptop computers will be available. Participants are welcome to bring & use their own.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 3 pm at the Daytona Beach Library on City Island.
For more information contact Dena at 386-257-6036, option 4 or drebozo@co.volusia.fl.us.
To access free tools & information for grantseekers
visit www.grantspace.org a service of the Foundation Center.
eReader Workshops
Learn how to use downloadable media, including Freegal's free and legal music downloads and Overdrive's popular audio books and e-books.
Librarian Tobey Mason and Library Assistant Kristin Heifner will conduct six eReader workshops.
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
Nook eReaders at 9:30 am
Kindle eReaders at 10:30 am
The workshops are free but reservations are required.
For additional information or to reserve a space, please call 386-424-2910, ext. 104.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at the Edgewater Library.
Nook eReaders at 10:30 am
Kindle eReaders at 11:30 am
The workshops are free but reservations are required.
For additional information or to reserve a space, please call 386-424-2916.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
Nook eReaders at 4:30 pm
Kindle eReaders at 5:30 pm
The workshops are free but reservations are required.
For additional information or to reserve a space, please call 386-424-2910, ext. 104.
Basic Gardening & Sick Plant Clinic
Master Gardener Karen Stauderman, the Urban/Residential Horticulture Extension Agent for Volusia County will present "Basic Gardening and Sick Plant Clinic." Karen is the News-Journal's "Plant Lady" and host for Gardener's Hotline (QCSC-PBS Channel 15), a live gardening call-in show.
This one-hour program will follow with a Sick Plant Clinic. Bring in your sick plant for a diagnosis!
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 1 pm at the Daytona Beach Library on City Island.
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information contact Deborah Shafer at 386-257-6036 ext 16167.
Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher performing
Please join us welcoming Peter Fletcher back as he begins his Florida Concert Tour.
The melodic strums of Fletcher’s acoustic guitar will take over the library auditorium as he performs a wide variety of beautiful music arranged for his guitar.
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 7 pm at the Port Orange Library.
Co-sponsored by the Port Orange Library Friends and VCPL.
Folk singers Jeni & Billy to perform
Appalachian folk musicians Jeni & Billy perform old-time ballads, spirituals and original pieces focusing on plain folks and coal miners.
Friday, February 3, 2012 at 7 pm at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 3 pm at VIA Hall (across from the Oak Hill Library).
Registration is not required. For more information call 386-424-2910, ext. 111.
Sponsored by the New Smyrna Beach and Oak Hill Friends in partnership
with the Oak Hill Community Trust.
Author Tim Dorsey returns!
New York Times best-selling author Tim Dorsey will discuss his newest Serge Storms novel, "Pineapple Grenade."
Dorsey, a former night metro editor at the Tampa Tribune, is set to publish his 15th novel featuring Serge Storms, a homicidal antihero. A book signing will follow his talk, and books will be available for purchase.
Saturday, February 4, 2012, at 4 pm at the New Smyrna Beach Library.
For more informationcall 386-424-2910, ext. 104.
Wonderful World of Wine
Mr. Bill Budzinski, owner/proprietor of the Elusive Grape in downtown DeLand will be sharing his knowledge and stories from his experiences in the "Wonderful World of Wine".
Over the years, Mr. Budzinski has served as a food and beverage manager for a major hotel chain, opened and operated several restaurants in the area and currently serves as host of what many call the Living Room of DeLand.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 7 pm at Hopkins Hall.
Corner of Euclid and Connecticut Avenues, Lake Helen
This program is free and open to the public.
Sponsored by the Lake Helen Library Friends.
Chutney, Chipotle, Salsa, Oh My!
Kathleen Bryant and Jill Taufer, Family and Consumer Science Agents with the University of Florida/Volusia County Extension will demonstrate a delicious Chutney and Salsa recipe using Florida grown produce.
Learn what makes these dishes different from one another and some fun facts about Florida agriculture. There will be demonstrations, agriculture facts and of course, sampling!
Friday, February 10, 2012 at 2 pm at the Port Orange Library.
For more information call 386-322-5152, option 3.
Co-sponsored by the Port Orange Library Friends and VCPL.
Bella Legato Duo
The Bella Legato Duo features Linda Flynn, vocalist and Jim Bryer, on guitar. They will wrap you in comfort, bring back wonderful memories and remind you that music is truly ageless!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 2 pm at the Port Orange Library.
For more information call 386-322-5152, option 3.
Co-sponsored by the Port Orange Library Friends and VCPL.
QR Code Scavenger Hunt (Teen program)
Do you enjoy a good puzzle? Do you like using the newest technology?
Whether you are familiar with QR codes or just starting to investigate them, gain a better understanding and use of these codes by participating in the QR Code Scavenger Hunt. Scan the code with your mobile device and get started on the hunt! Find the book and answer the question.
Monday, February 20, 2012 at 1 pm at the DeLand Library.
No reservations are required.
For more information contact Paul Giovanetti at 386-822-6430, ext. 109 or pgiovanetti@co.volusia.fl.us.
Getting Organized: Piles & files
Professional organizer, Ingrid Timbs, will lead a workshop on organizing "Piles & Files". She will focus on organizing paper work, including mail, magazines, catalogs, and personal records.
For more information about Ingrid Timbs, see www.ingridtimbs.com.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 10:30 am at the DeLand Library.
For more information contact Susan Fichter at 386-822-6430, ext. 109.
The A, B, C's of Bromeliads
Encourage beautiful things to grow in your garden!
The Bromeliad Society will present "The A,B,C's of Bromeliads – an introduction to Bromeliads." Plants representative of the major families of bromeliads will be on display with a description of their distinguishing features. There will be a discussion on tips for successful care and propagation.
Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 2 pm at the Port Orange Library.
For more information call 386-322-5152, option 3.
Co-sponsored by the Port Orange Library Friends and VCPL.
Understanding Chronic Disorganization
Professional organizer, Ingrid Timbs, will lead a workshop on "Understanding Chronic Disorganization". Participants will learn how being organized helps you direct your day, instead of your day directing you with constant distractions.
For more information about Ingrid Timbs, see www.ingridtimbs.com.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 10:30 am at the DeLand Library.
For more information contact Susan Fichter at 386-822-6430, ext. 109.
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