ADULT PROGRAMS STATESBORO LIBRARY
FEBRUARY 2017
FEBRUARY 2017 - ADULT PROGRAMS @ the Statesboro Bulloch County Public Library, 124 S. Main St.
CREATIVE WRITING WITH BETTY FRANKLIN– Thursday, February 2, 9, 16, &23 from 3-5 PM
Join us in a series of classes on writing creative nonfiction composition. The group meets from 3-5 pm every Thursday through March 9th.
Location: Children’s Activity Room
FREE READ BOOK CLUB– Thursday, February 2nd at 6:30PM
Looking for your next great read? Know of any good books that others may be interested in? This is the book club for you! New members are welcome!
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
JOIN STATESBORO-BULLOCH COUNTY LIBRARY for Dinner at PANDA EXPRESS
And support the library! Part of your check goes to the Statesboro Bulloch County Library.
WHEN: Friday, February 3, 2017 from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
WHERE: Fair Rd & Brampton Ave Panda Express, 101 Brampton Ave. Statesboro Phone# 912-681-8918
Ordering online? ENTER THIS CODE AT CHECKOUT: 225249 to have your purchase support the event.
OR
Pick up a coupon at the library
OR
Get a copy for your smartphone here: http://bit.ly/2kkVJWi
COMPUTER BASICS - Saturday, February 4th at 11 AM
The library’s IT Coordinator, Belinda Dickey will guide you through the basics of operating a computer and show you how to access the internet.
Location: 2nd Floor COMPUTER LAB
KNITTING & CROCHETING CLUB– Saturday, February 4th & 18th at 2PM
Bring your knitting needles and yarn, share projects and get some new ideas!
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
FAMILY FUN DAY WITH MANGO LANGUAGES: SIGN LANGUAGE– Saturday, February 4th at 2PM
Come learn American Sign Language, the fourth most common language in the United States.
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
GENEALOGY TALK: ANCESTRY.COM – Monday, February 6 at PM
Genealogy and Local History Coordinator, Lillian Wingate will review how to use the ancestry.com website in its updated format and will show the difference between the Library version and the paid subscription. Sign up to reserve your space.
Location: 2nd Floor COMPUTER LAB
ADULTING 101: FILING YOUR TAXES– Thursday, February 7th at 5PM
Join us in our series on becoming an effective and well-rounded adult. What could be more basic or grown up than filing your taxes? Come learn how! How to file taxes and tips will be instructed by Councilman Sam Lee Jones!
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
D.I.Y. – BURLAP VALENTINE – Tuesday, February 9th at 4 PM
Join us in creating your own signature burlap Valentine wreath with step-by-step instruction! Supplies are limited, so don’t be late! Sign up soon!
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
OPEN HOUSE for FAMILIES OF SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN - 6:00 – 8:00 PM Friday, January 13
An after-hours event to acquaint families and children with library services. Please call CIndy @ 912-764-1344 with any questions.
Location: Meet in the COMMUNITY ROOM
D.I.Y. – EMOGEE PILLOW (Ages 12 and up)– Saturday, February 11 at 2 PM
Emojis are a form of electronic communication to express an emotion or idea. Let your creativity run wild! Supplies will be provided. Sign up required. Ages 12 and up!
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
FOOD FOR FINES
Library Books overdue?
Food for Fines is in effect!
WHEN: Monday, February 13 through Saturday, February 25
WHERE: at the Statesboro-Bulloch County Library, 124 S. Main St.
Collecting canned and dry goods ( no expired, dented items accepted) for dogs/cats & people.
$1.00 credit for each edible item OR a flat $5 credit for bags of pet food 3.5 lbs or more.
Credit for fines only, not lost item charges!
BOOK-TO-MOVIE BOOK CLUB: “THE HELP”– Monday, February 13th at 6PM
Are you one to read a book and critique the movie that follows? Join a group that shares your passion and share your opinion with others! Sign up is required!
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
GENEALOGY TALK: WEDDING TRADITIONS – Thursday, February 16th at 6 PM
Join Lillian Wingate, Statesboro Library’s Genealogy and Local History Coordinator in a discussion about wedding traditions around the world.
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
POETRY SLAM/SOUL FOOD FEST – Tuesday, February 21 at 6:00 PM
Feed the mind and feed the soul. A poetry slam is a place where you can express your voice through any form of art. Sign up to perform. Food will be served to all attendees. Sign up a must! Deadline February 18th.
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
AUTHOR TALK: KENNY MITCHELL – Saturday, February 25 at 2 PM
Local author, Kenny Mitchell is not only an author but a public speaker, publisher, lyricist, and playwright. Mitchell will be discussing his work and his path towards success.
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM
QUOTE ART – Tuesday February 28th at 6 PM
Turn your favorite quote into a piece of art to hang for décor! Quote will also be provided from the top influential black leaders in honor of Black History Month.
Location: COMMUNITY ROOM