Events

Cosmic Arts: Space Science and Painting

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This Saturday, June 29, from 10am-1pm, at Hollidaysburg Area Public Library, there will be an exciting program for all ages that blends space science and the arts.

A materials fee of $20 gets each participant professional instruction, all art supplies (that you get to keep), and a month-long showcasing of your art at the library.

Both grownups and school-aged children are welcome to participate. Recommended grades 4 and up.

The program is as follows:

  1. Enjoy snacks as we learn about deep space objects and stellar clusters from Dr. Lanika Ruzhitskaya, Director of Saint Francis University’s Science Outreach Center.
  2. Learn how to create beautiful paintings with art teacher Jennifer James Wagner.
  3. We proudly display your artwork at the Hollidaysburg Area Public Library!

Please reserve your space or direct any questions by email to melanie@halibrary.org. Please pay your materials fee at the class.

Note: This program is partially funded through a grant from PRAA and Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.

Extra Buddy the Dinosaur Visit Added

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As part of the beginning of the Summer Learning Program yesterday, our visit from Buddy the Dinosaur was very well-attended, with over 166 participants! It was so well-attended, in fact, that some families didn’t get a chance to take a picture with Buddy. In light of this fact, we have added a 2nd session with Buddy next Monday, July 1, at 1:00 PM. Please see the list of Summer Learning Program events for this additional appearance.

Technology Fair Schedule of Events

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As a reminder, the Library’s Technology Fair next week on Tuesday, June 18, is fast approaching! As part of the program, there will be a number of scheduled presentations in the Community Room throughout the day on various topics, in addition to walk-in help on any questions you may have, provided by our team of volunteers. No signup is needed to attend.

For more information on the event, please see our previous post or check our events calendar entry. We hope to see you there!

Scheduled Presentations
TimePresenterTopic
10:30 amKeith EldredCreating a Web Site
11:00 amTom RobisonComputer Maintenance
11:30 amTyler ZorgerPhones
12:30 pmJames HuffProductivity Software
1:00 pmKeith EldredPodcasting
1:30 pmHeather LindskoldUsing Google Services for Job Seekers
2:00 pmTom RobisonScams
3:00 pmJames HuffEmail
3:30 pmEd GarlenaExcel
4:00 pmEd GarlenaiPads
4:30 pmMelanieFacebook
5:00 pmTyler ZorgerPhones
5:30 pmEric LindskoldSocial Media
Walk-in Help
TutorArea of InquiryAvailability
Tom RobisonGeneral Computer Help10:00 am – 7:30 pm
Keith EldredWeb Creation / Podcasting10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Eric LindskoldSocial Media4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Heather LindskoldWeb & Job Search1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Ed GarlenaExcel & iPad10:00 am – 11:00 am,
1:00 pm – 7:30 pm
James HuffProductivity Software12:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Tyler ZorgerPhones10:00 am – 7:30 pm
Melanie RamseyFacebook4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Summer Learning Program 2019: A Universe of Stories

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The 2019 Summer Reading Program at the Library has commenced! This year’s theme is “A Universe of Stories,” and there will be reading, movies, and activities for all ages—from preschoolers to young adults. Signups are available for cadets for this FREE program, which runs June 24–August 10.

Please see the link above for briefing materials about the programs for various age groups and a list of events to prepare for the mission. Don’t be left on the launchpad, sign up today for a summer of imagination and adventure!

Technology Fair June 18

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Grow with Google Technology Fair

Whether you’re a digital novice or a more experienced computer user looking to expand your knowledge of online and digital skills, join us at the Library on June 18 for an all-day Technology Fair from 10 am to 7:30 pm. We encourage anyone with questions about technology to attend — from laptops, tablets, and cell phones to web sites, productivity software, and job searching.

No questions are too small or too big, and one-on-one assistance will be provided to help attendees with a variety of topics, whether you’re looking to improve your tech skills and knowledge for your personal or professional life. Special focus will be given to teaching participants how to use the web and other software to write resumes, search for jobs on the web, and use software to improve their job skills.

All are welcome to drop in and attend this event throughout the day — no prior registration is required! This program is part of the Libraries Lead with Digital Skills initiative of the Public Library Association (PLA) and the American Library Association (ALA), and is sponsored by Google’s Grow with Google program.

Can’t wait to get started? Here are some resources to help you learn any time: