Newport News Public Library System

Upcoming Events at the Newport News Public Library System

Join us for the following events, classes, and programs at your local Newport News library. All events are free and some events require registration (where listed).

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Making Bead Jewelry
Grissom Library
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

or call 757-369-3190.

Join us at the Grissom Library to make bead jewelry. Supplies in seasonal colors will be provided, so come and prepare for the holidays!

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Up for Discussion (Main Street’s book discussion group)
Main Street Library
Wednesday, Dec. 16,

or call 757-591-4858.

Join other adults in a discussion of the book, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury on December 16, 2009 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. in the Main Street Library meeting room.

Copies of the book are available for participants. Your options to get a copy of the book are: 1.) to borrow one from the Main Street Library’s Reference Desk, 2.) to check out a copy from any library in the Newport News library system, or 3.) for purchase from local bookstores.

Registration is required for attendance. Please contact the libraries to register or visit the library’s website for registratrion.

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Computer Basics- Computer Class
Pearl Bailey Library
Tuesdays, November 3, 10, 17 & 24, 10am-12pm

or call 757-247-8677.

Four-session course designed to teach computer basics. This course will include an overview of the computer, light typing, mouse navigation, and some word processing.

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Pearl Bailey Jobseekers Club
Pearl Bailey Library
every Monday from 9:30 - 11:30 am

A new job club for adults, the PB Jobseekers club offers members the ability to network with each other while obtaining some needed skills for entering the workforce. Membership is open to about 30 residents of the Southeast Community and surrounding areas. Weekly meetings are held Mondays from 9:30 - 11:30 am. Registration is required and is ongoing by visiting or calling the Pearl Bailey Library.

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WinWay Resume/Job Search - Computer Class
Main Street Library
Mondays, November 16 & 23, 10AM - 12PM

or call 757-591-4858.

Two -session course covering creating resumes and online job applications. Prerequisite: Basic Internet Skills.

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How to Use Facebook - Computer Class
Main Street Library
Tuesdays, November 17 & 24 6:30PM - 8:30PM

or call 757-591-4858.

Two-session training course designed to teach students how to use the social media site known as Facebook. Students will learn how to create and edit Facebook Profiles.

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Virginia Workforce Connection Orientation
Main Street Library
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

or call 757-591-4858.

Learn how to register for and use the Virginia Employment Commission’s career site. This is a powerful online job seeker/workforce services system that provides fast access to a complete set of employment tools. This class will be held in the Business Information Center at the Main Street Library.

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Creative Cards - Computer Class
Pearl Bailey Library
Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

or call 757-247-8677.

One session course designed to teach students how to create greeting cards for different occasions using Microsoft Publisher.

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Beginning Power Point Express- Computer Class
Pearl Bailey Library
Tuesdays, December 8 & 15, 10am-12pm

or call 757-247-8677.

Two-session course designed to teach students how to use PowerPoint. Students will learn how to complete basic computerized presentations.

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WinWay Resume/Job Search - Computer Class
Main Street Library
Tuesdays, December 8 & 15, 6:30 - 8:30PM

or call 757-591-4858.

Two -session course covering creating resumes and online job applications. Prerequisite: Basic Internet Skills.

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