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2:00 PM
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Anatomy of a Marriage: John and Abigail Adams
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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The Friends of the Schenectady County Public Library will present a program on John Adams, second President of the United States and his wife Abigail, one of the most famous partnerships in American History.
The speaker will be Jim Sefcik, retired Director of the Louisiana State Museum, lecturer for Union College’s Academy of Lifelong Learning, and presenter for the Friends of SCPL Books Sandwiched In. Mr. Sefcik has also taught American History at a number of colleges including Gannon, the University of New Orleans and Empire State College.
Refreshments will be served.
To register, call the Reference Desk at 388.4511.
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Location: Central Library, McChesney Room
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Monday May 27, 2013
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Memorial Day
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All Schenectady County Public Libraries will be closed for Memorial Day.
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Thursday May 30, 2013
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9:00 AM
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10:30 AM
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Basic Computer Skills Series
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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Join the digital generation in a friendly and supportive setting. Sessions will integrate computer technology terms that may have baffled you as well as provide an opportunity to become familiar with computer hardware and various software. Learn how to use the computer mouse with hands-on fun activities. Explore the keyboard with its arrows, special keys, and number pad. And, if you do not know how to type, use the two-finger approach, or need a refresher - the basic keyboarding skills section will be just what you need to get those ten fingers working for you. This series of three classes will give you a set of basic skills needed in today’s computer-connected world.
Register beginning April 22, 2013.
You must have a valid SCPL card to register.
Those registering must attend all the classes. A Certificate of Attendance will be given at the end of the last class.
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Location: Central Library, Swanker Board Room
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Saturday June 8, 2013
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7:00 AM
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7:00 PM
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Friends of the Library Adams National Historical Park Trip
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Contact: Lisa Holt 518.370.1811 lahnisky@yahoo.com
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The Friends of SCP will sponsor a trip to the Adams National Historical Park in Quincy, Ma., www.nps.gov/adam on Saturday, June 8, 2013 to visit the birthplaces of John Adams and John Quincy Adams. It is the oldest presidential birthplace in the United States.
The trip costs $70 for members and $80 for nonmembers.
Registration begins March 6 and ends May 1. Registration forms are available on the Friends website: www.friendsofscpl.org as well as the Main Library and Whitney Book Corner
For more information on this trip click here.
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Tuesday June 11, 2013
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9:00 AM
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10:30 AM
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Basic Internet Skills Series
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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The Internet is a global information and communication tool. In today’s ever evolving technology world, being knowledgeable about the Internet, websites and search techniques is becoming a “must have” life skill. Did you know you could explore your family ancestry, reserve a book at the library, submit a job application, file your taxes, and research possible scams? Begin exploring the world on the web in this safe, supportive environment and see where it leads you!
Register beginning May 28, 2013.
You must have a valid SCPL card to register.
Those registering must attend all the classes. A Certificate of Attendance will be given at the end of the last class.
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Location: Central Library, Swanker Board Room
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2:00 PM
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Book Club
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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Location: Central Library, Board Room
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6:30 PM
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Book Club
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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Three Junes
by Julia Glass
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Location: Central Library
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Thursday June 13, 2013
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2:00 PM
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Non-fiction Book Club
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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Location: Central Library, Board Room
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Tuesday June 18, 2013
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9:00 AM
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Basic Internet Skills Series
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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The Internet is a global information and communication tool. In today’s ever evolving technology world, being knowledgeable about the Internet, websites and search techniques is becoming a “must have” life skill. Did you know you could explore your family ancestry, reserve a book at the library, submit a job application, file your taxes, and research possible scams? Begin exploring the world on the web in this safe, supportive environment and see where it leads you!
Register beginning May 28, 2013.
You must have a valid SCPL card to register.
Those registering must attend all the classes. A Certificate of Attendance will be given at the end of the last class.
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Location: Central Library, Swanker Board Room
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Thursday June 20, 2013
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7:00 PM
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The Trail is There
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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 Presented by Jennifer Pharr Davis
Davis, a well-known hiker and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, has trekked over 12,000 miles on six different continents and completed the 2,181-mile Appalachian Trail in 46 days, a record. She has authored five books, including Becoming Odyssa and Called Again, and will be selling her titles at the program.
Call the Reference Desk at 388.4511 to register.
This program is part of the Adult Summer Reading Club. Attend the program and receive a raffle ticket for end-of-the-summer prizes, including a Kindle Fire! Raffles will be held August 15 at our Closing Party and Ice Cream Social. You do not need to be present to win.
Funded by the Friends of the Library
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Location: Central Library, McChesney Room
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Tuesday June 25, 2013
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9:00 AM
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Basic Internet Skills Series
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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The Internet is a global information and communication tool. In today’s ever evolving technology world, being knowledgeable about the Internet, websites and search techniques is becoming a “must have” life skill. Did you know you could explore your family ancestry, reserve a book at the library, submit a job application, file your taxes, and research possible scams? Begin exploring the world on the web in this safe, supportive environment and see where it leads you!
Register beginning May 28, 2013.
You must have a valid SCPL card to register.
Those registering must attend all the classes. A Certificate of Attendance will be given at the end of the last class.
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Location: Central Library, Swanker Board Room
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Saturday June 29, 2013
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2:00 PM
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Underground Adventures
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Contact: Central Library, Reference Desk 518.388.4511
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with Emily Davis and the Northeastern Cave Conservancy
All ages are invited to this exploration of local caves and caving. Watch presentations on caves and bats, examine caving equipment, quiz the experts, and win prizes!
Call the Reference Desk at 388.4511 to register.
This program is part of the Adult Summer Reading Club. Attend the program and receive a raffle ticket for end-of-the-summer prizes, including a Kindle Fire! Raffles will be held August 15 at our Closing Party and Ice Cream Social. You do not need to be present to win.
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Location: Central Library, McChesney Room
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