Calendar of Events
May 18, 2013
TSU: Volunteer Orientation
Apply starting May 1: Apply at your favorite GRPL location or online! Have fun behind the scenes at the Library while earning your required volunteer hours. Spaces are limited.
House History 101: Learn how to research your house’s past
Join us to learn how the library can help you research the history of your home! Library staff will provide a tour of the Grand Rapids History and Special Collections Department emphasizing materials and guides useful for researching Grand Rapids buildings. Following the tour, staff will give brief presentations showcasing a residential and a commercial building, using materials from our collection. In the afternoon, the Vander Veen Center for the Book will be available for participants to use as a home base while conducting personal research and get assistance from library staff. Registration required: www.grpl.org/register.
May 17, 2013
Community Resource & Senior Volunteer Fair
Spring into volunteering! Are you interested in becoming an active volunteer? This open house will bring together 25 different community organizations featuring information on available community resources and meaningful volunteer opportunities. Registration is encouraged through GRCC Workforce Training at 616-234-3400 or at www.grcclearn.com.
May 16, 2013
Celebrate Press Here by Herve Tullet
It is Children’s Book Week and the library has partnered with the Cook Art Center to explore the interactive book Press Here by Herve Tullet. Hear the book and then do an art project based on the book with an artist from the Cook Art Center operated by Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities.
Basic Typing Class
You might be lightning-fast at texting but how are your typing skills? Don’t let lack of training slow down your ability to crank out research papers, short stories, and novels.
This 9-session class will get you up to speed in just one month. Learn to love your homekeys and type your way through the alphabet without peeking at the keyboard. Space is limited so sign up today.
Registration required: www.grpl.org/register.
May 15, 2013
Celebrate Press Here by Herve Tullet
It is Children’s Book Week and the library has partnered with the Cook Art Center to explore the interactive book Press Here by Herve Tullet. Hear the book and then do an art project based on the book with an artist from the Cook Art Center operated by Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities.
TSU: Flash Mob, Dance Party
Teens, are you looking for a great event to kick off your summer? Wanna brag to your friends how you just showed up somewhere to dance? Need a fun way to earn community service hours? Look no further! The library will hold rehearsals in May and June for teens to participate in a community dance party event. Join Brandi Angelosanto from Artistic Grace for two nights of fun a week (at either location) to learn simple steps for our first flash mob. No dancing experience or skill required. Grab some friends and let’s make it a party!
Teen Computer Class: Introduction to CSS 101
Teens will get an introduction on how to turn their boring webpage into something cool and funky. This class covers the basic knowledge of how to make a simple layout using CSS. Learn how to make a design layout, add graphics, and use cool fonts to express yourself. A general understanding of HTML 5 codes and concepts is required. Registration is required.
May 14, 2013
Adult Computer Class: Pre-1912 Grand Rapids Street Name Changes
Did you think that Grand Rapids only changed street names in 1912? The first street name change in Grand Rapids occurred in 1857. East Bridge Street was changed to Michigan Street in 1909. Learn about the history of Grand Rapids street name changes prior to 1912 to pinpoint where your ancestors REALLY lived. Basic computer skills are required for this class.
TSU: Volunteer Orientation
Apply starting May 1: Apply at your favorite GRPL location or online! Have fun behind the scenes at the Library while earning your required volunteer hours. Spaces are limited.
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