LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

Monday, September 22, 7:00 pm - Investing 101
Rick Bloom, a partner in Bloom Asset Management in Farmington Hills, a financial columnist at The Observer & Eccentric newspapers and host of “The Rick Bloom Show” on News Talk 1400, WDTK-AM, will discuss the importance of developing a long-term financial plan before you invest.  During this seminar, Bloom will discuss:
            -Setting Financial Goals and Objectives Before Investing
            -How to Determine Your Investment Risk Factors
            -Pros and Cons of Various Types of Investments
            -The Importance of Developing a Diversified Investment Portfolio
            -Investing for the Long Term is the Key to Wealth
Registration is requested at 734-453-0750, ext. 4, or online now.

DIA Art Lecture Series - Wednesday, September 3rd at 7:00 pm.  This month's Topic: The Private World of India's Mughal Emperors. Guest Speaker is Grant Gorman, DIA Speakers Bureau. This series is sponsored by the Plymouth Community Arts Council. Registration is requested at 734-453-0750, ext. 4, or online now.

Rhapsody - Music at the Library September 14 ~ The American Songbook
A lively and entertaining revue of songs from American Musical Theatre including the classic songs of Irving Berlin, George Gershwin and Rodgers & Hart, a tribute to lyricist Dorothy Fields, and contemporary hits from Phantom of the Opera.  This Michigan Opera Theatre performance features singers Maria Cimarelli and Mark Vondrak, and accompanist Amanda Sabelhaus. Registration is requested at 734-453-0750, ext. 4, or online now.

Wednesday New Movie Day ~ September 17, @ 1 p.m.
Missed out on that new flick you’ve been meaning to see?  Sick of sticky floors and overpriced tickets?  Can’t seem to get a hold of that one-day loan DVD?  Then come kick back at the library, enjoy some popcorn, and watch the latest release.  Join fellow cinephiles every third Wednesday starting in September .  Register at the Readers Advisory Desk.

The Digital TV Transition- Tuesday, September 23, 7:00 p.m. ~ Are you prepared for the February 17, 2009, change to an all-digital broadcast signal? If you watch free over-the-air TV with a broadcast antenna and don’t have a digital TV, you will need a digital-to-analog converter box for your analog television.  For information about the transition to digital television and for information about your options, join us at the library Tuesday, September 23, 7:00 p.m., as Marla Drutz, Scripps Howard Director of Programming and Special Projects, speaking on behalf of the National Association of Broadcasters, describes the transition and answers your questions. Registration is requested at 734-453-0750, ext. 4, or online now.

Spotlight on Women’s Health - Stand up to Osteoporosis - Tuesday, September 30, 7 p.m.
The University of Michigan Health System will come to the Library this fall for this important program on osteoporosis.  Presenters Lori Trudeau, M.S., R.D., an outpatient registered dietician and Priya Mehta, P.T., a clinical specialist in physical therapy will cover the importance of nutrition,  posture awareness, proper body mechanics for daily activities and exercise instruction. Registration is requested at 734-453-0750, ext. 4, or online now.

YOUTH DEPARTMENT NEWS

Storytimes

Lap Sit Storytime for children 6 to 24 months - Lap sit storytime is a 15 minute song and rhyme time for babies on their care-giver laps. Storytimes will be held on Monday, September 8 at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and will be repeated on Saturday, September 13 at 10:00 a.m. Registration for all sessions will begin on Tueday, September 2. Limit of 16 children per session. Wait list is available. Registered care-giver and baby only, please!

Baby Play! for children 6 to 24 months - Baby Play! is a 20 minute story and play time for babies and their caregivers. Baby Play! will be held on Monday, September 22 at 10:00 am and 11:00 am and then repeated on Saturday, September 27 at 10 a.m. No registration is necessary.

Preschool / Family Evening storytime for children 2 to 5 years old- These programs allow siblings and other family members to attend as long as one member is between the ages of 2 and 5. Storytimes start at 7:00 pm.
Tuesdays, September 2 -23 and Wednesdays, September 3-24. Registration begins Tuesday , August 26th.

Toddler/Parent storytime for children 2 to 3 1/2 years old- Two programs will be offered. The 10 a.m. program is for one adult with each toddler. Exceptions are made for twins, otherwise please make other arrangements for siblings. The 11 a.m. program allows other family members to attend as long as one member is between the ages of 2 and 3 1/2. These programs run on Tuesdays, September 2 - 23.
Registration begins on Tuesday, August 26.

Preschool storytime for children 3 1/2 to 5 years old- Two storytimes will be offered; one at 10 a.m. and the other at 1 p.m. These programs run on Wednesdays, September 3 -24. Children must be prepared to attend without an adult; caretakers must remain in the library.
Registration begins on Wednesday, August 27th.

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us September 23rd from 1-3 pm for an afternoon of fun and information. Learn more about the library catalog, databases, and curriculum enriching materials. Meet families, both new and experienced, in our local homeschooling community. Registration begins September 16th at the Youth Services desk or by calling 734-453-0750 #5.

TEEN EVENTS

VIDEO GAMING AT THE LIBRARY ~ Free Play –Saturday, September 13, 1:00 - 3:00 pm. ~ Pit your wicked moves against others.

BOOKS & BITES–Tuesday, September 9th ~ 3:30-4:30 p.m.
The Declaration by G.R. Malley
Advance registration is required, and attendance is limited to the first 12 teens who register. Pick up books at the circulation desk. Come to the discussion, and you'll get to keep the book for FREE! For more good books to read, visit plymouthlibrary.org/yabibs.htm.

TEEN VOLUNTEER TRAINING - Tuesday, September 16, 3pm and Saturday, September 20, 11am
Plymouth/Plymouth Twp teens who wish to volunteer this fall in the Library must attend a training session before they can begin their service hours. Please pick up an application at the Library and have it signed prior to coming to one of the sessons listed above.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB) –-Saturday, September 13, 3:00 pm
Teens, 12 to 18 years old, are invited to share ideas for improving the Library’s teen programs and services. Muffins and juice will be provided. No registration is necessary. Need community service? Receive one hour of service for every meeting you attend.

ANI/MANGA CLUB - - Friday, September 19, 3-4:30 pm
Come in for manga talk, anime screenings and Pocky.

D.I.Y. - - Monday, Sept. 22 at 3:30 pm
Make a book safe to protect your valuables. All supplies provided free of charge. Register at the Reader's Advisory Desk.

Alternative Teen Fashion Show – Saturday, Sept. 27 – 2-4 pm
Come to the Library to make and show your unique designs.  Make a new outfit using all recycled materials like paper, duct tape, bubble wrap, paper clips and pop can tabs or bring something you’ve already made.  Anime fans bring your cosplay costumes.  Or consider Halloween coming up in one month.  Check out our books on Alternative Fashion in the Teen Zone.  Prizes!

LIVE HOMEWORK HELP – Online tutors are waiting to help, Monday – Friday, 3pm-midnight. They are available for all grade levels and all course levels. Subjects include Math, Science, Language Arts and Social Studies. Live Homework Help is easy to find on the Library’s homepage – plymouthlibrary.org – look for the Live Homework Help Now icon. The page will ask for your library card number…then help is just 2 clicks away.

LIBRARY GROUPS MEETING DURING September

$$$ AND SENSE –– Wednesday, September 3, 1pm. Registration required for the September meeting.
Join with others who are interested in learning and sharing information on personal finance and investing at this discussion group at the Library. In its second year, the group provides a forum to study and share personal investment information, learn investment terminology, review different investment tools, and study individual stocks, mutual funds, annuities, etc. Each month, members follow and report on a mock portfolio they set up on the Internet. This is not a stock club, no monies are involved; members plan, moderate, and participate in each meeting. New members are welcome at any meeting. Meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday of the month in a Library meeting room.

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP – Thursday, September 4, 1 pm
This meeting will take place on the first Thursday of every month. Participants will share advice on coping skills and adaptive technologies in a supportive atmosphere. A qualified facilitator will lead the group. Library staff members will be on hand to provide assistance with Library equipment, services and offerings. For more information contact Ellen Stross, Adult Reference Librarian, 734-453-0750, ext. 232 or estross@plymouthlibrary.org

WRITING MY LIFE STORY: A SENIOR WRITING GROUP -
Tuesday, September 2, 1-2:30 pm
Tuesday, September 16, 4-5:30 pm

Seniors can share and preserve their life stories with the guidance of Plymouth author, Jane Saylor. No previous writing experience is necessary. Come to either session or both.

PLYMOUTH LIBRARY GARDEN GROUP - Thursday, September 18, 7:00 pm
Join local gardeners to share successes and learn from each other on topics of their choice. All gardeners are invited – no registration is required.

CONTEMPORARY BOOKS DISCUSSION - - Wednesday, September 17, 7:30 pm
This month's discussion invites members to read Case Histories by Kate Atkinson. New members are welcome at any time. - For further information, please call Sue Patterson at the Library, 734-453-0750, or email spatterson@plymouthlibrary.org

BROWN BAG BOOK DISCUSSION - - Wednesday, September 24, 12 noon
This month's discussion invites members to read Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen . Copies of this book are available at the circulation desk. Bring a lunch; beverages are provided. For more information about Brown Bag Books, please call Aimee Haley at the Library, 734-453-0750, or email ahaley@plymouthlibrary.org.

GREAT BOOKS – Alternating Mondays at 7:15 pm starting September 15
The discussion group is open to anyone who is curious and willing to work with others in developing an understanding and appreciation of great literature. For further information, contact group facilitator Karen Berrie at (734) 453-2454, or the Great Books Foundation at www/greatbooks.org

STARS, MOONS & PLANETS - - Monday, September 15, 7:00 pm
Join lively astronomy popularizer Mike Best in this monthly discussion group. Mike shares his affection for the sky with adults and children over the age of 6. No registration is required.Call 734-459-BEST or email him at starmikebest@aol.com

YOUR POETRY GROUP –- Sunday, September 14, 1:30 pm
Round table readings of poems, your own or by others, are held on the second Sunday of the month. Reader's discretion of language is asked in the works read. For more information, contact Don Hewlett, 313-272-3548, or donhewlett@aol.com

NEEDLECRAFTERS GROUP - Monday, September 22, 7:00 pm
Calling all knitters, quilters, needlepointers and other needlecrafters! Bring your latest project and work on it while sharing hints and techniques with others. This is not a teaching class, but rather a sharing group.

LIBRARY BOARD - Tuesday, September 16, 7:30 pm

The Plymouth District Library Board will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting in the Library. This meeting is open to the public. Individuals with special needs who plan to attend this meeting should contact the Library at 453-0750 if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Advance notice is required.

COMPUTER NEWS

Plymouth residency is required for all attendees of the Library's computer training classes. Please register by calling 734-453-0750, ext. 4.

COMPUTER BASICS –Thursday, September 4, 10:00 am - 11:30 am ~ This course is designed to teach Microsoft Windows and basic mousing skills to Plymouth residents. This class provides one session of mousing practice and hands-on work with the keyboard and Windows. Participants are urged to return during the Drop-in tutoring sessions for additional practice.

MAKE A BUDGET WITH MS EXCEL - Tuesday, September 9, 10:00 am - 11:30 am ~ Find out how to make a household or personal budget while learning Microsoft Excel. You must be comfortable with keyboarding and Microsoft Windows basics before signing up for this class.

INTRO TO MS WORD –Wednesday, September 10, 7:00 pm -8:30 pm ~ Students will learn how to open, close, modify, save and print a basic Word document. The class covers basic features of this software program only. Students must be comfortable keyboarding and using a mouse prior to taking this class.

BASIC INTERNET SEARCHING –Monday, September 15, 1:00 - 2:30 pm ~ This class for Plymouth residents will help computer users learn the basics of using the Internet. This will include an explanation of terms, use of a browser and utilizing search engines on the World Wide Web. Participants should be comfortable with the Microsoft Windows basics and using a mouse. Training is based on the hardware and software available in the Library.

INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT - Tuesday, September 16, 10:00 am - 11:30 am ~ Learn the basics of how to do a computer slide presentation using Microsoft Powerpoint. Topics include selecting a template, adding text and graphics, and then putting the entire finished product together into a slideshow. Participants must be comfortable using MS Windows and have good keyboarding skills.

INTERMEDIATE MS WORD - Wednesday, September 17, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm ~ In this class students will learn how to adjust a layout using Page Setup, use auto correct, insert dates and symbols, work with two Word documents at the same time, and more.

MS EXCEL LEVEL II - Tuesday, September 23, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm ~ For students who have completed the "Make a Budget with Excel Class. Excel II  will cover the use of functions, Inserting comments, create a chart, learn to insert rows and columns, formatting the spreadsheet and printing the spreadsheet.

ADVANCED MS WORD - Wednesday, September 24, 7:00 pm - 8:30pm  ~ Students will learn how to insert bullets and numbering, alphabetize, use tables, insert symbols and more.

BASIC EMAIL - Monday, September 29, 1:00 pm - 2:20 pm ~ Learn how to create a free e-mail account using Yahoo in this one-session class. You will also learn how to compose, send and delete email messages on that account.

DROP IN COMPUTER TRAINING –Saturdays September 13 and 27, 10:00am - 12:30 pm ~ High school students will teach Plymouth residents to use a mouse, Windows 2000, the Library catalog, the Internet and how to set up a free e-mail account using Hotmail or Yahoo! We do offer basic training in MS Word. However, we do not offer training in Windows Vista or other software programs.

LIBRARY HOURS

Monday - Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.