Avalon Free Public Library Announces December Events

AVALON –
Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
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.
Dec. 2
4 to 6 p.m.
Computer Class- Introduction to Pinterest
Holidays and Winter Planning – Pinterest is an online bulletin board for anyone to use who downloads the “Pin It” button to their toolbar. If you haven’t heard of this holiday party planning mecca, let me introduce you to it. Pinterest is easy to use and saves a whole lot of time normally spent searching around for that special link or bookmark you’ve lost track of since you created it. This class is for Apple and PC users. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 4
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.
Dec. 6
10 a.m. to Noon
iPad Workshop- Thinking About Buying a New iPad?
Not sure which iPad to buy? What to expect when you get one? Join us for a review of the different models, cost, and what to expect when you get one. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 8
10 a.m. to Noon
Art Workshop- Felt Holiday Ornaments
Participants will use wool roving (long bundles of wool fibers that are produced during the process of making spun yarn from wool) and learn the technique of hand-needle felting to create one-of-a-kind felted holiday ornaments. All supplies and needle kits are provided. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 8 and 22
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Scrabble
Word play with no registration necessary.
Dec. 9
6 p.m.
Just Released Feature Film: Guardians of the Galaxy
A group of space criminals must work together to stop the fanatical villain Ronan the Accuser from destroying the galaxy. Popcorn and beverages will be served. Rated PG. Stars: Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper. Rated: PG-13- Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Dec. 10
10 to 11:30 a.m.
LibFlix Plus:
An overview of how to use the library’s four major download platforms for popular movies, TV shows, music, magazines, eBooks, and eAudiobooks.
Learn about hoopla for downloadable movies, TV shows, music and audiobooks, Overdrive for eBooks and eAudiobooks, Flipster for popular magazines and Freegal for downloadable music, all using only your library card! The first hour will be a demonstration of all four platforms with a half-hour Q&A session at the end. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 10
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Italian Culture Group
Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month. 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.
Dec. 10
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Book Club
The book club meets on the second Wednesday of each month. Title for December: “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 11
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Smart Phones Workshop
Bring your smart phone to this users group and the instructor will help you learn how to use its features. The instructors will review new app releases, hardware and accessories. Cathy Zane will be lecturing and answering questions on iPhones from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. and Sean Farrell will handle Android & Windows phones from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 13
10 a.m. to Noon
Apple Computer Class- Introduction to Mac
Learn basic operations, such as manipulating windows, locating programs, creating desktop shortcuts, using Mac keyboard shortcuts, accessing external storage devices, etc. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 16
4 to 6 p.m.
Computer Class- Google Chrome Demo
In this demo class we will explore all things Google. First we take a detailed look at Google Chrome, a free web browser. Next we will go on to how you an access files anywhere through secure cloud storage and file backup your photos, videos, files and more with Google Drive. Finally we will explore how to use Google for more focused and efficient web searching. This class is for Apple and PC users. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 17
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad Workshop- iBooks Plus
iBooks is not your only choice for reading books on the iPad. We will check out many of the alternatives- Kindle, Nook, OverDrive, and more. Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class) Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 17
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Romance Book Club
The Romance Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month. Title for December: Giving Chase by Lauren Dane. At the conclusion of each meeting, a limited number of books are available for the next session. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 20
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.
Dec. 23
5:30-7:30 p.m.
iPad Workshop- Open iPad Forum
Bring your questions! Share your favorite apps. Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class) Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Dec. 24 and 31
The Avalon Library will be closing at 5 p.m.
Dec. 25
The Avalon Library will be closed for Christmas Day. We will reopen at 9 a.m. Dec. 26.
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 has received the 5-Star designation seven 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.