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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Senior Day
Pearl Bailey Library
Monday, Sep. 20, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
or call 757-247-8677.
Various organizations will present information on their programs for seniors, including Newport News Parks and Recreation, Riverside Pace, Bon Secours Senior Health, Peninsula Agency on Aging and more. Lunch will be provided.
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PB Jobseekers Club
Pearl Bailey Library
Monday, Sep. 27, 9:30am - 11:00am
or call 757-247-8677.
Monthly meetings held on the last Monday of each month to assist job seekers with the skills and information needed to gain employment. Registration is required and begins, August 1, 2010.
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Grant Writing Workshop
Grissom Library
Monday, Sep. 27, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Registration required, begins Sep 13.
In this workshop the participants will learn about the basics of grant writing, including search strategies for locating funds. Participants will have time to ask questions and practice writing example grants. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
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PB Jobseekers Club
Pearl Bailey Library
Mondays, Oct. 25, Nov. 29, Dec 20, 10am-12pm
or call 757-247-8677.
Monthly meetings held on the last Monday of each month to assist job seekers with the skills and information needed to gain employment. Registration is required and begins, August 1, 2010.
All Tied Up-Knitting Group
Pearl Bailey Library
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month, 6:30pm-8:30pm
or call 757-247-8677.
Come, relax and enjoy an evening with knitters. Share your knitting technique and learn how to knit with the Bailey Knitters, "All Tied Up."
Virginia Workforce Connection Orientation
Main Street Library
Saturday, Aug. 21,
Learn how to register for and use the Virginia Employment Commission’s career website. This is a powerful online job seeker system that provides fast access to a complete set of employment tools including:
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job searching
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resume/cover letter builder
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career exploration
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training/education programs
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unemployment services
This class will be held in the Business Information Center at the Main Street Library. By appointment only. Please call 591-4858 to make an appointment.
How To Use Facebook-Computer Class
Pearl Bailey Library
Thursdays, September 2 & 9, 6:30pm-8:30pm
or call 757-247-8677.
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. Registration is required and begins on, August 1, 2010.
How To Use A USB Memory Stick-Computer Class
Pearl Bailey Library
Tuesday, Sep. 7, 10:00am-12:00pm
or call 757-247-8677.
One session class instructing students on how to connect, save, and safely disconnect memory sticks from the computer. Students should have their own USB Memory Sticks. Registration is required and begins, August 1, 2010.
Beginning PowerPoint - Computer Class
Main Street Library
Tuesdays, September 7, 14, 21 & 28, 6:30PM - 8:30PM
or call 757-591-4858.
Four-session course designed to teach students how to use PowerPoint. Students will learn how to complete computerized presentations. Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows and Beginning Word.
