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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 11/7/2009 to 11/7/2009.

Program Types: (choose a type to jump to list of programs)
Arts and Crafts/Hobbies     Books/Literature/Writing     Business/Finance/Taxes     Computer Skills/Technology     Education Support/Prep     En Español     Exhibits     Films     Holiday     Literacy     Multicultural     Performance/Dance/Music     Special Events/Festivals     Storytime     


Arts and Crafts/Hobbiesback to top

Puppet Club
Come out and join the after school Puppet Club! We will design the set, create our own puppets, and then put on our very own puppet show!! The club will run November 11, 12, and 13 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Recommended for ages 5 - 12 yrs old.

Seasonal Make and Takes
'Tis the season to be crafty! Drop in at anytime during the month of December and create your very own holiday craft. Each week will feature a different craft. For more information call 704-416-5630.

Call for performers! Deadline Nov. 13
Performing Artists are needed for the Global Family Story Festival Series starting in January. Artists should be able to set up, create and interact with passing observers who might ask questions.
To apply, please fill out and return the electronic application. Deadline: Friday, November 13.
Review of applications will begin upon receipt. Please direct questions to: bmurray@imaginon.org. This opportunity is best suited to groups within the Carolinas.
Click here for more information.
Click here for the electronic application.
The festival will take place on the following dates at ImaginOn: the Joe & Joan Martin Center:

  • January 16: Celebrate Asia!
  • February 20: Celebrate Latin America!
  • March 20: Celebrate Africa!
  • April 17: Celebrate Native America!

Crafting Jewelry
Rings,bracelets,pendants-- you decide what to make and Tammy Morris, teaching artist from Mint Hill Arts,will help you complete your project! All ages are welcome but if you are 6 and under you will need an adult to assist you!

Picturing America: Family Portrait Day
Portraits have been used thoroughout history to remember family and friends. Get your portrait made at the Morrison Regional Library. Registration Required: (704)416-5431.

University City Coupon Clippers Club
Save money through clipping coupons. Come and bring your own coupons to clip and swap as well as learn and share money saving tips. Newcomers and experts are welcome! The UC Coupon Clippers Club meets the first Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m.

Books/Literature/Writingback to top

Author Visit from Richard Peck
The award winning author Richard Peck will be coming to ImaginOn. Richard Peck is the author of the 2001 Newbery Award winning book, A Year Down Yonder, and the 1999 Newbery Honor winning book, A Long Way From Chicago.

Business/Finance/Taxesback to top

University City Coupon Clippers Club
Save money through clipping coupons. Come and bring your own coupons to clip and swap as well as learn and share money saving tips. Newcomers and experts are welcome! The UC Coupon Clippers Club meets the first Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m.

Computer Skills/Technologyback to top

The Civil Rights Challenge
Tune in for your Civil Rights weekly question and find out the answer for the previous week question on West Boulevard’s MySpace page

Gamers Unite: Super Smash Brothers Brawl
Bring your friends and compete in everyone's favorite game! For teens 12-18 only.

Online Job Searching
This class will show you how to use the Internet for finding job leads, interviews and empoyment.

Tech Central Presents
Experience a variety of technology based activities and presentations.

Education Support/Prepback to top

Crossroads Café - English as a Second Language
For speakers of any language who want improve their English, Conducted by CPCC instructors. Includes video & instruction books that you may borrow. Bring pencils/paper. Free. Registration required 704-330-6172 or http://www.cpcc.edu/esl

Crossroads Cafe: ESL
For speakers of any language who want improve their English, Conducted by CPCC instructors. Includes video & instruction books that you may borrow. Bring pencils/paper. Free. Registration required 704-330-6172 or http://www.cpcc.edu/esl

Spanish Classes for Adults & Young Adults
Learn Spanish at the library! For ages 12 to adult. Info: 704-416-6000.

En Españolback to top

Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Una hora de cuentos en español, para ninos 0-5 años. Cada jueves a las 4:30 pm. A Spanish language storytime for children ages 0-5 years. Each Thursday at 4:30 pm

Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Una hora de cuentos en español, para ninos 0-5 años.Cada Sabado a las 10:30 a.m. A Spanish language storytime for children ages 0-5 years. Each Saturday at 10:30 a.m

Conexiones Que Cuentan/Connections That Count
Un programa en español. Para ninos 0-5 años. Sabado,12:00. A Spanish language program for children ages 0-5 years.Saturdays,12:00.

Exhibitsback to top

Carmel Middle School Student Art
Carmel Middle School will display a variety of student art in the library's entry foyer. The exhibit will be coordinated by instructor Vickie Hickman and will run through December 31.

Saint Matthew School Student Art
Saint Matthew School will display a variety of student art in the library's entry foyer. The exhibit will be coordinated by instructor Sharon Goodan and will run through November 30.

The Nature of Mecklenburg County
You are invited to view the Nature of Mecklenburg County Photography Contest and Exhibition. This exhibit will be on display at the Mountain Island Library from November 6th through December 10th.

Nature of Mecklenburg County photography exhibit
You are invited to view the Nature of Mecklenburg County Photography Contest and Exhibition. Check out http://www.pbase.com/debrown for a sneak preview.

Picturing America Exhibit
Take a tour through American history and culture with this collection of photos, drawing, and paintings. Download an audiotour or check one out at the second floor.

Picturing America: Scavenger Hunt
Explore American history and culture by hunting though the exhibit for clues and answers. Scavenger hunt worksheet can be picked up at the Children's Desk. Info: (704) 416-5421.

Filmsback to top

Movie Madness
A marvelous movie showing all week long.

Movie Matinee: Inkheart
Let's all go to the movies! Join us for a showing of Inkheart. We'll bring the popcorn!

Holidayback to top

Picturing America: Family Portrait Day
Portraits have been used thoroughout history to remember family and friends. Get your portrait made at the Morrison Regional Library. Registration Required: (704)416-5431.

Literacyback to top

The Civil Rights Challenge
Tune in for your Civil Rights weekly question and find out the answer for the previous week question on West Boulevard’s MySpace page

Manga Club
Do you have a passion for watching anime or reading manga? Join our teens in discussing your favorite manga-related activity. Meet every 3rd Tuesday.

Multiculturalback to top

Crossroads Café - English as a Second Language
For speakers of any language who want improve their English, Conducted by CPCC instructors. Includes video & instruction books that you may borrow. Bring pencils/paper. Free. Registration required 704-330-6172 or http://www.cpcc.edu/esl

Crossroads Cafe: ESL
For speakers of any language who want improve their English, Conducted by CPCC instructors. Includes video & instruction books that you may borrow. Bring pencils/paper. Free. Registration required 704-330-6172 or http://www.cpcc.edu/esl

Spanish Classes for Adults & Young Adults
Learn Spanish at the library! For ages 12 to adult. Info: 704-416-6000.

Performance/Dance/Musicback to top

Call for performers! Deadline Nov. 13
Performing Artists are needed for the Global Family Story Festival Series starting in January. Artists should be able to set up, create and interact with passing observers who might ask questions.
To apply, please fill out and return the electronic application. Deadline: Friday, November 13.
Review of applications will begin upon receipt. Please direct questions to: bmurray@imaginon.org. This opportunity is best suited to groups within the Carolinas.
Click here for more information.
Click here for the electronic application.
The festival will take place on the following dates at ImaginOn: the Joe & Joan Martin Center:

  • January 16: Celebrate Asia!
  • February 20: Celebrate Latin America!
  • March 20: Celebrate Africa!
  • April 17: Celebrate Native America!

Learn How to Be a DJ for beginners - Fall Orientation
With These Hands focuses on Disc Jockeying and Digital Music Creation. Practical life skills and professional etiquette taught. Register for all sessions.(11/7-orientation, 11/14, 12/5, 12/12,12/19, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27)

Special Events/Festivalsback to top

Author Visit from Richard Peck
The award winning author Richard Peck will be coming to ImaginOn. Richard Peck is the author of the 2001 Newbery Award winning book, A Year Down Yonder, and the 1999 Newbery Honor winning book, A Long Way From Chicago.

Storytimeback to top

Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Una hora de cuentos en español, para ninos 0-5 años. Cada jueves a las 4:30 pm. A Spanish language storytime for children ages 0-5 years. Each Thursday at 4:30 pm

Terrific Toddlers
A special storytime designed to engage two year olds in stories, songs and more!

Rhythm and Rhyme: a storytime for special needs children and their families
Storytime designed for children with special needs and their families. Info and registration, contact Tricia at 704-416-5004.

Sit, Stay & Read
Come to the library to pet and read to our library dogs. Grades K-4. Registration required: 704-416-5421.

Conexiones que Cuentan/Connections that Count
Una hora de cuentos en español, para ninos 0-5 años.Cada Sabado a las 10:30 a.m. A Spanish language storytime for children ages 0-5 years. Each Saturday at 10:30 a.m

S.O.S. (Storytime On Saturday)
(Families) Weekdays impossible? Help is on the way! Join us for a Saturday morning storytime especially for you!

Boogie Woogie Books
Kids can really get their groove on with this program.

Conexiones Que Cuentan/Connections That Count
Un programa en español. Para ninos 0-5 años. Sabado,12:00. A Spanish language program for children ages 0-5 years.Saturdays,12:00.

Move and Groove
Shake it up! Boogie down! Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome at this all music, all movement high-energy class. Info: 704-416-5000 option 2. Registration begins 10/28.


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