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		1 Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues.	2 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	3 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers January 3, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This basic course is designed to provide students with an introduction to various aspects of personal computing. Attention will be focused on understanding the basic hardware components, operating systems, how… Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes January 3, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Come explore the Lakes with us! We’ll read a range of titles including mystery, history, fiction, and nonfiction all taking place in the Great Lakes region–from Chicago to Cleveland. This…	4 Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	5 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email January 5, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet, this class covers basic topics in using email with particular emphasis on free web-based email accounts. …
6 Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	7 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	8 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 8, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet January 8, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This class is designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and some experience with using the mouse. This class covers the basics of the Internet and…	9 Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 9, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 9, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 9, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Small Business Research Essentials Small Business Research Essentials January 9, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Join the Business Librarian for an informative journey through the Library’s small business resources. We will cover topics such as where to find business plan outlines and samples and the…	10 Small Business Research Essentials Small Business Research Essentials Small Business Research Essentials Small Business Research Essentials Small Business Research Essentials Small Business Research Essentials Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 10, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 10, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 10, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 January 10, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Skype is a phone and video calling service that offers free videoconferencing in real-time to an international audience. Want to connect with your relative in another state or chat with…	11 Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	12 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Young Dancers Class Young Dancers Class January 12, 2013 10:00 am – 10:30 am This is a creative movement dance class offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 4-8 to develop rhythm, balance, flexibility and an appreciation… Creative Movement Class Creative Movement Class January 12, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am This unique library-based program offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department, allows kids ages 3-6 to be creative physically as well as mentally. The first thirty… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 12, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 January 12, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This is a more advanced class designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet. Students in this class will be introduced to Facebook. Facebook…
13 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	14 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	15 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 15, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials January 15, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This is an advanced class designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet. This class is designed to provide students with an introduction to… Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy January 15, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Do you have a legal question? Are you interested in finding out how the courts handle a particular topic? Here’s an opportunity to connect with a legal expert for free.…	16 Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy Ask-the-Lawyer: Bankruptcy Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 16, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 16, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 16, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business January 16, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm How do you promote your business using Facebook? Learn about resources to plan, start and grow your business using this social networking website.	17 Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 17, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 17, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 17, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Early Childhood Essentials Class: Every Child Ready to Read Early Childhood Essentials Class: Every Child Ready to Read January 17, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Library staff will discuss the Public Library Association’s Every Child Ready to Read guidelines. Come learn the five skills needed to prepare kids to learn to read and get tips… Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing January 17, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This class is designed for those who have some experience with using the mouse. This class covers the basics of using a word processing program similar to Microsoft Word or…	18 Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	19 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… History Detectives History Detectives January 19, 2013 9:30 am – 4:00 pm A day-long event made up of six programs exploring various aspects of Grand Rapids history. Presented by area historians and members of historical and cultural organizations, topics are varied and… Young Dancers Class Young Dancers Class January 19, 2013 10:00 am – 10:30 am This is a creative movement dance class offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 4-8 to develop rhythm, balance, flexibility and an appreciation… Creative Movement Class Creative Movement Class January 19, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am This unique library-based program offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department, allows kids ages 3-6 to be creative physically as well as mentally. The first thirty… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 19, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Adult Computer Class: Digital Cameras & Your Computer Adult Computer Class: Digital Cameras & Your Computer January 19, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Digital cameras make it easier to upload videos and photos to the Internet and to have pictures developed. Basic tips on how to access digital camera files via your computer,…
20 Adult Computer Class: Digital Cameras & Your Computer Adult Computer Class: Digital Cameras & Your Computer Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	21 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Celebrate the Dream Celebrate the Dream January 21, 2013 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Martin Luther King, Jr. was an advocate for peace and harmony between all people. On October 14, 1964, he received the Nobel Peace Prize for combating racial inequality through nonviolence.… Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 January 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and some experience with using the mouse, this class covers the basics of internet security. Topics include protecting your…	22 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 22, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com January 22, 2013 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm Ancestry is an online subscription genealogy database that is provided by the Grand Rapids Public Library free of charge. Ancestry has grown into a powerful database and can be of…	23 Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Basics of Ancestry.com Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 23, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 23, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 23, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources January 23, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This class is designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and some experience with using the mouse. GRPL offers a wide-variety of electronic resources from research…	24 Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 24, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 24, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 24, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets January 24, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Designed for those already familiar with the basics of word processing, this class covers more advanced formatting topics such as headers and footers, columns, tables, along with a basic overview…	25 Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In January 25, 2013 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Come to the Local History and Special Collections department for a free after-hours program just for genealogists! Learn how to use the microfilm reader/scanner/printer, save images, and take advantage of…	26 Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Homes for the Holidays: Owl Nest Boxes Homes for the Holidays: Owl Nest Boxes January 26, 2013 10:00 am – 11:00 am Owls are one of the first birds to begin breeding each year in Michigan. Outdoor Discovery Center will bring in live owls to teach about these amazing animals. After the… Young Dancers Class Young Dancers Class January 26, 2013 10:00 am – 10:30 am This is a creative movement dance class offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 4-8 to develop rhythm, balance, flexibility and an appreciation… Creative Movement Class Creative Movement Class January 26, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am This unique library-based program offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department, allows kids ages 3-6 to be creative physically as well as mentally. The first thirty… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 26, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Grantseeking Basics Grantseeking Basics January 26, 2013 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join our Business Librarian for an introduction to the world of foundation fundraising. Learn various aspects of the nonprofit world, tips on how to approach a foundation for funding and…
27 Grantseeking Basics Grantseeking Basics Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	28 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… One Book One City for Kids: Author Visit One Book One City for Kids: Author Visit January 28, 2013 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Come to Pooh’s Corner Bookstore for a reception and book signing of the 2013 One Book, One City for Kids book Special Delivery! by Sue Stauffacher. Visit with the author… Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 January 28, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This is a more advanced class designed for those who already have an introductory knowledge of Facebook and social networking. Students will go beyond the basics of Facebook and learn…	29 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 29, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Adult Computer Class: Blogging 101 Adult Computer Class: Blogging 101 January 29, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This is a more advanced class designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet. Students will learn about the impact of blogs on the… The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book Discussion The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book Discussion January 29, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm At the age of 23, Carson McCullers became an overnight literary sensation upon the publication of The Heart is a Lonely Hunter in 1940. The popularity of the book has…	30 The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book Discussion The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book Discussion The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book Discussion The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book Discussion The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book Discussion Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies January 30, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 30, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers January 30, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other…	31 Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 31, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 31, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids January 31, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek January 31, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Come into the Computer Lab and practice basic computer skills and get basic computer help with word processing, spreadsheets, email, Internet, Library databases, social networking sites, etc.

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	Main Library 111 Library Street NE \| 49503 616.988.5400 M-Th 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM F-Sat 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sun 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Closed May 26 & May 27	Madison Square Branch 1201 Madison SE \| 49507 616.988.5411 T-W 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Th 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM F-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	Ottawa Hills Branch 1150 Giddings SE \| 49506 616.988.5412 T 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM W 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	Seymour Branch 2350 Eastern SE \| 49507 616.988.5413 M-T 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM W-Th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Monday, May 25
	Van Belkum Branch 1563 Plainfield NE \| 49505 616.988.5410 T 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM W 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	West Leonard Branch 1017 Leonard NW \| 49504 616.988.5416 M-T 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM W-Th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Monday, May 25	West Side Branch 713 Bridge NW \| 49504 616.988.5414 T-W 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Th 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM F-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	Yankee Clipper Branch 2025 Leonard NE \| 49505 616.988.5415 M-T 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM W-Th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Monday, May 25