Upcoming Events at the Avalon Free Public Library

AVALON — Feb. events at the Avalon Free Public Library:
Feb. 1
10 a.m. to Noon
iPad: iCloud and other Services
An introduction into Apple’s iCloud for storing and syncing. Third party cloud apps like Dropbox, Google Drive, and SugarSync will also be explored. Be sure you have your Apple ID and password.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 3, 10, 17, and 24
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Knitting Club
Meet and share knitting techniques. No sign-ups are necessary;
all levels of knitters are welcome, from beginner to advanced!
Instructor will be available on Feb. 24
Feb. 3
5:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Smart Phone Users Group
Bring your smart phone to this users group and the instructor will help you learn about new app releases, hardware and accessories. Schedule: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. – iPhones
6:45 to 7:45 p.m.- Droid & Windows phones
Feb., 4, 11, 18, and 25
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children of all ages.
Feb. 4
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Apple Computer Class- Keynote
Designing a Presentation with Apple Keynote. What does it take to create a strong slideshow, one that aids, not detracts from, the story you want to tell. In this class, we will use Apple’s Keynote on iCloud to build a presentation. The class will explore how to create an engaging slideshow presentation that will help you reach your audience and emphasize your message. We will talk in detail about how to select colors, images, and fonts for our presentation.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 5
3:15 to 4:45 p.m.
Video Games
Come play Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii games for kids of all ages! Nintendo DS games are available for play as well. No registration needed.
Feb. 6, 13, 20, and 27
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children of all ages.
Feb. 6
3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Creative Writing
Receive tips and feedback on poetry, memoirs, short stories, articles, and books. Record an audio version and share your story. Registration is requested by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 6
6 to 7:45 p.m.
Windows 8- Hands-On: Organizing Your Files
Learn all about files and folders, from how to save files to Libraries, access saved files, and find lost files. Also create folders and move files into folders, delete files and folders, and restore deleted files and folder. In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 7
3:15 to 4:45 p.m.
Lego Club
The Library will supply the Legos, you provide the imagination! Get creative with a team or work on your own. Please leave your Legos at home so that you don’t lose your favorite pieces. All ages are welcome.
Feb. 10 and 24
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Scrabble
Word play with no registration necessary.
Feb. 10
6:15-7:45 p.m.
Social Media Users Group
Introduction to and review of common social media platforms. Instructor Robert Hoesly will be showing how to set up an account on Facebook, adjust your security settings, find friends and connect, Messaging and Chat, and set up a page for your organization. Use of Twitter to gather news and Pinterest for locating and Pinning photos will also be covered. Limited number of library computers will be available or bring your own laptop, tablet, etc.
Feb. 11
6 p.m.
Just Released Feature Film
Dallas Buyers Club
Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner, Jared Leto. In 1985 Dallas, electrician and hustler Ron Woodroof works around the system to help AIDS patients get the medication they need after he is himself diagnosed with the disease.
Rated R for pervasive language, some strong sexual content, nudity, and drug use.
Feb. 12
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Italian Culture Group
Meet with others interested in reviewing Italian learned in the Italian class and those interested in learning more about Italian art, music ,architecture, history, lifestyles.
Feb. 12
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Book Club
Book Title- The Round House by Louise Erdrich
A limited number of books are available upon registration.
Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 12
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad: All Things Photo
We will explore the use of the iPad’s camera to take stills and video. We will also check out the PhotoBooth app and learn to edit, organize, share and import photos.
Be sure you have your Apple ID and password.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 13
6 to 7:45 p.m.
Windows 8- Hands-On: Maintaining Your PC
Find out about program installation, updating, and removal. Review your options for backing up your computer and preserving everything on it. Discuss common good security practices and the variety of software available to assist in protecting your Windows 8 computer. Help understand what you are capable of handling yourself and when to contact a professional when maintaining a computer. In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 15
10 a.m. to Noon
Creative Writing
Receive tips and feedback on poetry, memoirs, short stories, articles, and books. Record an audio version and share your story. Registration is requested by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 17
6:15 to 7:45 p.m.
PC Users Group
Meet with other personal computer users to share problems and solutions. Topic: Laptop Safety: How to NOT kill your laptop.
Feb. 18
6:15-7:45 p.m.
eBook and eAudio Download Workshop
Bring your Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPhone, Android phone etc. Bring your questions.
Feb. 19
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad: Apps, Music
Learn to navigate the App Store to purchase those must have apps for productivity or gaming, then move on to iTunes for the music, videos or audio books and finally iBooks for those best sellers.
Be sure you have your Apple ID and password.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 19
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Romance Book Club
Book Title- Hot Target by Suzanne Brockman
A limited number of books are available upon registration.
Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 20
6 to 7:45 p.m.
Windows 8- Hands-On: Keeping in touch with People.
Instructor will be reviewing Email, Chat, Social Media and More.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 22
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Apple Computer Class- Easy Website Design
This class will look at free and easy-to-use online website design programs by exploring Blogger. Participants can start their own blogger site that they can finish at home once the class is over. We will also expand our prior class by exploring the topic of affiliate marketing.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 26
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad: Social Networking with Facebook and Twitter
Use your iPad to keep in touch with all of your Facebook friends, follow your favorites on Twitter and learn to use HootSuite to stream them together. Be sure you have your Apple ID and password.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Feb. 27
6 to 7:45 p.m.
Windows 8- Hands-On: Being productive with MS Office and alternatives, including cloud services. In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
The Avalon Library received 5 stars in Library Journal’s national rating of public libraries, based on statistical performance data collected by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The Avalon Library is one of only three libraries in New Jersey to receive the 5-Star designation six times since 2009. The library is located at 235 32nd Street and provides free and open access to first class collections, services and programs that inspire, inform and enrich the community. For more information on all library programs, please visit the library website at www.avalonfreelibrary.org.