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kenjji-72.jpgSaturday, November 07, 2009, 2 pm - 4 pm, Central

Cartooning with Kenjji

Now with 33% more Kenjji! Expanded to three monthly workshops, comics artist Kenjji Jumanne-Marshall demonstrates tips and techniques to take your cartooning to the next level. Grades 5-12.


storytime-3-72Monday, November 09, 2009, 10 am - 10:30 am, Central

® Toddler Storytime

Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities. Siblings may attend as guests. Registration required.


oneplace-72Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Central

NP Legal Issues

Learn the legal requirements for starting and maintaining a Michigan nonprofit corporation and a IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations. Registration required.


webinar-72Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10 am - 12 pm, Central

Webinar - Accidental Techie

Have you found yourself the resident techie, by default? This session is designed for you. Registration required.


book-group-72Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 1 pm - 2:30 pm, Oshtemo

Oshtemo Book Group

The Readerby Bernhard Schlink


job-interview2_72Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 2 pm - 4 pm, Powell

Job Seeking Tips @ Powell

Learn about many helpful library materials and discover community and Internet resources. Become a savvy job seeker using a variety of searching tools. Registration required.


poets-anon-72Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4 pm - 5 pm, Central

Poetry Slam

Poets Anonymous K’zoo presents a monthly workshop and competition for teens interested in writing and performing their original poetry.


jennifer-chad-sweeney-72.jpgTuesday, November 10, 2009, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Central

Planting Words, Harvesting Snow

Reading by Jennifer and Chad Sweeney from their new books: How to Live on Bread and Music by Jennifer K. Sweeney (winner of the 2009 Perugia Press Prize) and Arranging the Blaze by Chad Sweeney from Anhinga Press.


family-storytime-72.jpgWednesday, November 11, 2009, 10:30 am - 11:15 am, Oshtemo

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, fingerplays, and craft activities for moms, dads, caregivers, and children of all ages.


Nonprofit Roundtable 72Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 12 pm - 1:30 pm, Central

Grant Writing Basics

Learn step-by-step procedures for writing powerful grant proposals that meet the requirements of potential funders/grantors. Registration required.


above-west-michigan-72Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Central

Author Visits - Marge Beaver

Getting high is the only way to go for photographer Marge Beaver who has been taking aerial shots of Michigan, Chicago and other lovely places for some 25 years.


storytime-preschool-72.jpgThursday, November 12, 2009, 10:30 am - 11:15 am, Eastwood

® Preschool Storytime

This first “on your own” storytime for preschoolers includes stories, crafts, fingerplays, and other fun activities. Registration required.


ask-a-lawyer-72.jpgThursday, November 12, 2009, 6 pm - 8 pm, Central

Ask a Lawyer

The Law Library, in partnership with the Kalamazoo County Bar Association, offers free monthly legal clinics for low to moderate income persons at the Central Library and Powell Branch Library. Registration required.


Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, Central

Authors @ the Zoo

Meet the featured authors of the 32nd annual Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar, Lisa McMann and James A. Owen.


Friday, November 13, 2009, 9 am - 4 pm, Western Michigan University

Youth Literature Seminar*

Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar Registration required.


mr-steve-72Friday, November 13, 2009, 10 am - 10:45 am, Central

® Preschool Players

Kids reenact familiar tales and create scenes from playdough. Ages 3-5. Register, 553-7804. Registration required.


baby-storytime-1-72.jpgFriday, November 13, 2009, 10:15 am - 10:45 am, Washington Square

® Baby Lapsit

Storytime for the youngest library patron! 15-30 minutes of rhymes, songs, and books followed by a chance to talk and bond with other caregivers. Registration required.


baby-storytime-2-72.jpgFriday, November 13, 2009, 11 am - 11:30 am, Washington Square

® Baby Steps

15-30 minutes of rhymes, songs, and books that give your little one a chance to try the newly learned skills of walking, clapping, jumping, and dancing. Registration required.


ask-a-lawyer-72.jpgFriday, November 13, 2009, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Central

Ask a Lawyer

The Law Library, in partnership with the Kalamazoo County Bar Association, offers free monthly legal clinics for low to moderate income persons at the Central Library and Powell Branch Library. Registration required.


ngd-72Saturday, November 14, 2009, 1 pm - 4 pm, Central

ALA National Gaming Day

Come celebrate National Gaming Day with hours of nonstop game fun!


storytime-3-72Monday, November 16, 2009, 10 am - 10:30 am, Central

® Toddler Storytime

Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities. Siblings may attend as guests. Registration required.


resume-in-hand-72Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 2 pm - 4 pm, Powell

Resume Workshop @ Powell (Canceled)Canceled

Does your resume shine?  Does it scream “hire me!”?  Is your resume following the latest guidelines such as using a summary rather than an objective? Registration required.


mr-steve-storytime-bear-72Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Central

Storytime with Mr. Steve & Friends

A storytime for the whole family, complete with celebrity readers, musical guests, and zany crafts.


publisher-72Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 10 am - 12 pm, Central

Publisher Basics

In this class learn how to layout and customize various items. Registration required.


Consultants & Trainers Network 72Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 10:15 am - 11:45 am, Oshtemo

NC&T

Consultants and trainers working with nonprofit organizations in Kalamazoo County meet to: network; build their skills; and support the efforts of ONEplace and local nonprofit organizations. Registration required.


family-storytime-72.jpgWednesday, November 18, 2009, 10:30 am - 11:15 am, Oshtemo

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, fingerplays, and craft activities for moms, dads, caregivers, and children of all ages.


Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 6 pm - 9 pm, Radisson Plaza Hotel, Downtown Kalamazoo

The Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee

Great Grown Up Spelling Bee Registration required.


nervous-excited-72Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Central

In Concert: Nervous But Excited

The pleasantly aggressive folk duo Nervous but Excited features Kate Peterson and Sarah Cleaver, two guitars, a mandolin, a violin, a few harmonicas, dead-on harmony, some vaguely choreographed dancing, and lots of laughs.


storytime-preschool-72.jpgThursday, November 19, 2009, 10:30 am - 11:15 am, Eastwood

® Preschool Storytime

This first “on your own” storytime for preschoolers includes stories, crafts, fingerplays, and other fun activities. Registration required.


sewing-basket_72Thursday, November 19, 2009, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, Central

Craft Couture Have a (Beaded) Ball!

Transform felted wool beads into gorgeous beaded earrings. Registration required.


book-group-72Thursday, November 19, 2009, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Central

Classics Revisited

Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov


baby-storytime-1-72.jpgFriday, November 20, 2009, 10:15 am - 10:45 am, Washington Square

® Baby Lapsit

Storytime for the youngest library patron! 15-30 minutes of rhymes, songs, and books followed by a chance to talk and bond with other caregivers. Registration required.


baby-storytime-2-72.jpgFriday, November 20, 2009, 11 am - 11:30 am, Washington Square

® Baby Steps

15-30 minutes of rhymes, songs, and books that give your little one a chance to try the newly learned skills of walking, clapping, jumping, and dancing. Registration required.


Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:30 pm - 3:15 pm, Central

Southern Straight Singers

People of the Three Fires – the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Bode’wadmi tribes of Michigan – present pow wow music and dancers in regalia representing their sacred and social traditions. The program includes informative commentary.


Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9 pm - 10:30 pm, See Description

Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee Broadcast

Television broadcast of the sold out Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee.


storytime-3-72Monday, November 23, 2009, 10 am - 10:30 am, Central

® Toddler Storytime

Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities. Siblings may attend as guests. Registration required.


job-interview1-72.jpgTuesday, November 24, 2009, 2 pm - 4 pm, Powell

Interviewing Skills @ Powell

Learn how to present yourself, what to wear, how to answer questions, and what information you should and shouldn’t discuss in a job interview. Registration required.


excel-icon-72.jpgTuesday, November 24, 2009, 6 pm - 8 pm, Central

Excel Basics 2

Covers additional formatting techniques. Registration required.


digitalphotos-72Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10 am - 12 pm, Central

Digital Photos 101

You’ve taken a zillion pictures on your digital camera, but have no idea what to do next!


family-storytime-72.jpgWednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:30 am - 11:15 am, Oshtemo

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, fingerplays, and craft activities for moms, dads, caregivers, and children of all ages.


Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 9 pm - 10:30 pm, See Description

Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee Broadcast

Television broadcast of the sold out Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee.


Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, See Description

Gerat Grown Up Spelling Bee Broadcast

Television broadcast of the sold out Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee.


friends-gift-books-72Friday, November 27, 2009, 10 am - 4 pm, Central Library

Holiday Gift Book Sale

Books are saved all year for the annual holiday gift book sale; all are in mint condition.


baby-storytime-1-72.jpgFriday, November 27, 2009, 10:15 am - 10:45 am, Washington Square

® Baby Lapsit

Storytime for the youngest library patron! 15-30 minutes of rhymes, songs, and books followed by a chance to talk and bond with other caregivers. Registration required.


baby-storytime-2-72.jpgFriday, November 27, 2009, 11 am - 11:30 am, Washington Square

® Baby Steps

15-30 minutes of rhymes, songs, and books that give your little one a chance to try the newly learned skills of walking, clapping, jumping, and dancing. Registration required.


bedtime-stories-72Friday, November 27, 2009, 2 pm - 4 pm, Powell

Movie & Popcorn

Families and kids, enjoy a good movie and yummy popcorn!


Friday, November 27, 2009, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, See Description

Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee Broadcast

Television broadcast of the sold out Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee.


storytime-3-72Monday, November 30, 2009, 10 am - 10:30 am, Central

® Toddler Storytime

Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities. Siblings may attend as guests. Registration required.


thumb_storytime-6-72Tuesday, December 01, 2009, 12 pm - 12:45 pm, Powell

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, fingerplays, and craft activities for moms, dads, caregivers, and children of all ages. Registration required.


Nonprofit Roundtable 72Tuesday, December 01, 2009, 12 pm - 1:30 pm, Central

New ED Network

First-time executive directors rapidly realize their new role is unique in the nonprofit world—and, in their own organizations. Registration required.


publisher-training-72Tuesday, December 01, 2009, 2 pm - 3 pm, Central

Grant Seeking Lab

Explore Kalamazoo Public Library’s powerful online grant seeking resource for nonprofit organizations, the Foundation Directory Online. Registration required.


intro-to-computers-72.jpgWednesday, December 02, 2009, 10 am - 12 pm, Central

Intro to Computers

PC, CPU, Tower, Peripherals, Storage versus memory. What do they all mean? Find out in this class. Registration required.


thumb_storytime-6-72Wednesday, December 02, 2009, 12 pm - 12:45 pm, Eastwood

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, fingerplays, and craft activities for moms, dads, caregivers, and children of all ages. Registration required.


Wednesday, December 02, 2009, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, Central

Learn About Etsy!

An introduction to Etsy, a popular online marketplace for all things handmade.


baby-storytime-3-23-09-72.jpgThursday, December 03, 2009, 10:15 am - 10:30 am, Oshtemo

® Baby Lapsit

Storytime for the youngest library patron! Registration required.


baby-steps-72.jpgThursday, December 03, 2009, 11 am - 11:15 am, Oshtemo

® Baby Steps

15 - 30 minutes of rhymes, songs and books.  Walking - 2 years Registration required.


job-interview2_72Thursday, December 03, 2009, 2 pm - 4 pm, Washington Square

Job Seeking Tips @ Washinton Square

Learn about many helpful library materials and discover community and Internet resources. Registration required.


book-stack-1-72.jpgThursday, December 03, 2009, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, Central

Best of 2009

What were the best books, movies, and music in 2009?


storytime-3-72.jpgFriday, December 04, 2009, 10:30 am - 11 am, Washington Square

® Toddler Storytimes

Toddlers and caregivers 2 - 3 1/2 Registration required.


ornament-72Saturday, December 05, 2009, 1 pm - 2 pm, Washington Square

® Ornament Making

Paint your choice of several designs of porcelain ornaments. Take it home for the tree or give it as a gift. Grades K-6. An adult must accompany kindergartners. Registration required.


preschool-storytime-41-72.jpgMonday, December 07, 2009, 10 am - 10:30 am, Central

® Preschool Storytime

"On your own" storytime for 3 1/2 - 5 year olds Registration required.


publisher-training-72Monday, December 07, 2009, 10 am - 11:30 am, Central

Grant Seeking Lab

Explore Kalamazoo Public Library’s powerful online grant seeking resource for nonprofit organizations, the Foundation Directory Online. Registration required.


gingerbread_72Monday, December 07, 2009, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Oshtemo

® Gingerbread Houses

Holiday time is gingerbread house-making time! Create your own masterpiece using crackers, frosting, and candies. Grades 2-6. Registration required.