The Library

Team,

It's been an exciting last couple of weeks for the public library. Following a budget shortfall, lots of meetings and couple hard choices, the public library system of Charlotte has made some cuts to hours and programs.

Beginning April 5, the Freedom Regional Public Library will be open the following hours:

Monday - Thursday
10 am - 7 pm

Saturday
10 am - 5 pm

Closed Fridays and Sundays.


Library programs will be cut back as well, but I do not have specific information to share at this time. There are currently no Adult computer classes scheduled, so the Advanced Internet class on the 31st will be the last at Freedom for a little while.

I, for one, would like to thank everyone for their support, and the heart warming efforts of the community to keep libraries open. It has been very special to see the way so many people rallied to ensure the future of libraries in Charlotte.

Library Events

Excel was our only special program this week- but that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of things going on in Charlotte Libraries.

Check out this page to see what the library has planned.

http://plcmc.org/About_Us/in_The_News/default.asp


Additionally, you CLICK HERE to view the March/April program as a .pdf.

MS Excel Basics next Monday Night

Need to know more about .xls?

Monday, March 15 at 6:00 pm, Freedom Regional will be offering the last Microsoft Excel class based on 2000.

Computer classes will take a brief hiatus in April, and return in May with Office 2007. There will be some changes to the class and program but the basics of Excel will remain the same.

The Office 2000 version of Excel is sort of the classic version. 2007 introduces a new aspect to the visuals by using "ribbons" at the top to edit your work.

If you have an older version of Excel at home (98, 2000, 2003) this class will be a good one to attend. Also, if you have the Open Office program Calc.

The class will only be an hour and 30 minutes and no outside materials are required. We'll go over the basics, and explain the layout and formulas.

Looking Ahead With Freedom 3/8 - 3/13

Tuesday

"Rise N Shine Storytime" 9:30- 10 am
- Get up and get moving with fun stories, songs and silly fun!


"Toddler Storytime" 9:30- 10 am
- Come and toddle with us as we share books, music and more that will delight your toddler.


"Invasion of the Afterschoolers" 5- 6 pm
- Crafts, movies and stories (ages 5- 11)


Wednesday

"Books and Babies" 10:30- 11 am
- Start preparing your child to read.


"Word Basics" 2:30- 4 pm
- How to use MS Word on the most basic level.

"Afterschool Gaming" 3:00- 5:00 pm
- Play Wii and XBox after school at the Library.


Thursday

"Preschool Storytime" 10- 10:30 am
- Fun stories and finger plays

"Operation College Launch" 6:00- 8:00 pm
- Advise and time for applying to FAFSA (Requires parent's W2)


Saturday

"Drumline" 11 am - 1 pm
- Incorporate reading and rhythm.

Looking Ahead with Freedom 3/1 - 3/6

Tuesday

"Rise N Shine Storytime" 9:30- 10 am
- Get up and get moving with fun stories, songs and silly fun!


"Toddler Storytime" 9:30- 10 am
- Come and toddle with us as we share books, music and more that will delight your toddler.


"Invasion of the Afterschoolers" 5- 6 pm
- Crafts, movies and stories (ages 5- 11)


Wednesday

"Books and Babies" 10:30- 11 am
- Start preparing your child to read.


"Computer Basics" 2:30- 4 pm
- How to use a computer on the most basic level.


Thursday

"Preschool Storytime" 10- 10:30 am
- Fun stories and finger plays


Friday

"Cultural Exposure" 3:30- 5:30 pm
- Real Women Have Curves.

Looking Ahead with Freedom 2/15 - 2/20

Monday

"All About Google" 6- 8 pm
- A new technology class for adults. This initial offering at this branch will be in conversational format, and demonstrate using Google as a news source and for software.


Tuesday

"Rise N Shine Storytime" 9:30- 10
- Little stories for little patrons. Registration required for groups.


Wednesday

"Word Basics" 2:30- 4
- A quick workshop designed for adults to get familiar with the interface of MS Word.


Thursday

"Chess Club" 2:30- 4
- For teens after school.

March 2010 Adult Technology Classes

Computer Basics

March 3, 2:30- 4:00 pm
Computers are everywhere. Take this class to learn just what these beasts do and can do for you. For adults with limited or no experience using a computer. No registration required.

Word Basics
March 10, 2:30- 4:00 pm
A quick overview of what Microsoft Word is, and how to create, edit and save documents. No registration required.

Excel Basics
March 15, 6:00- 7:30 pm
A quick workshop on how Excel works, and what the spreadsheet program can do for you. For Adults with limited or no experience using Excel. No registration required. No additional materials required.

Resume Workshop
March 24, 2:30- 4:00 pm
The basic overview of how to write a resume. We'll use templates in MS Word to illustrate style and outline. Class time will include time for students to work on their resume. No registration required.

PowerPoint Basics
March 29, 6:00- 7:30 pm
How to create, edit and save a PowerPoint presentation. Class is for adults with limited or no experience using PowerPoint. No registration required. No additional materials required.

Advanced Internet
March 31, 2:30- 4:00 pm
More about what the internet can do for you. Class focuses on identifying and using RSS feeds, Clearing questions about Social Media and using the 'net as a phonebook. A Yahoo or Gmail email account is not required, but helpful. No registration. Audience: Adults