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).
F E A T U R E D E V E N T
Harry Potter Kick-Off Program
Grissom Library
Saturday, Sep. 11, 2:00 pm
or call 757-369-3190.
Kick-off the Harry Potter traveling exhibit with a fun day of programs at the Grissom Library. Families can enjoy craft and food stations, and kids can compete for prizes for the best Harry Potter costume. Prizes will include gift bags from Barnes and Noble Booksellers and other Harry Potter items. Registration required.
Teen Advisory Committee
Pearl Bailey Library
Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug 11, Sept. 8, Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8 5:00pm
or call 757-247-8677.
Teens meet monthly to conduct their business meeting and to help advise library staff on ways to improve library programs and services. Teen Advisory Committee application is required and visitors are welcome. For teens ages 12-18. The group meets the second Wednesday of every month.
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."
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.
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.
Computer Basics - Computer Class
Main Street Library
Wednesdays, September 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10AM - 12PM
or call 757-591-4858.
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.
Facebook-Computer Class
Pearl Bailey Library
Tuesdays, September 21 & 28, 10am-12pm
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, August 1, 2010.
