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Celebrate Earth Day at the Library

Programs and activities for the week of April 17th

This Weekend

April 17th:  10am-noon  Learn to use JobView and ResumeMaker: 

These are library resources specifically designed to make looking for a job and creating a resume simple and efficient. 

Sign Language Storytime:  Saturday April 17th at 1pm

All ages are invited to learn new signs, songs, and stories.

Special  Programs for Earth Day:

Combination Program:  Wacky Science and Arts & Crafts- Recycled Jewelry Workshop 

Wednesday, April 21st from 5-7pm- Make beautiful creations to wear by re-using everyday objects that you might not think of as gems or decoration.

MusicStaffComposting Workshop- Earth Day:  April 22 @ 6:30p

We will demystify composting, discuss the benefits, look at different systems you can do yourself at home, and install a compost system for the library.

MusicStaffMonster Book Sale:  April 24, 8am-5pm

Great prices and the opportunity to re-use materials.  We are selling ALL of the VHS from the adult section as well as many donated items and books we've taken out of circulation.  

Ongoing Programs

QuestionThe Question of the Week-

Using the library’s reference section or the Texshare Databases, find the answer to this week's question.

Born on April 15, 1452, this Renaissance artist apprenticed with Andrea di Cione. Who was he and what were some of his inventions?

Send your answer, along with your name and where you found it to: Askalibrarian@wblibrary.org

MadScientistWacky Science Wednesdays at 5pm

April 21:  Combination Program with Arts & Crafts- Recycled Jewelry Workshop
April 28:
Re-Use Inventions

CraftsArts and Crafts Wednesdays at 6pm

April 21: Combination Program with Wacky Science- Recycled Jewelry Workshop
April 28: Recyclable Creatures

ChessChess for Everyone- Tuesday, May 4th:  5pm

Bring your friends, your family, and your chessboard (if you have one) and learn from a master.  Already know a strategy or two?  Challenge someone.

ComputerComputer Classes for Adults- Saturday Mornings

Advance registration required
April 17th:  10am-noon  Learn to use JobView and ResumeMaker:  These are library resources specifically designed to make looking for a job and creating a resume simple and efficient. 
May 1st:  10:30am-noon  Using Craigslist
May 15th:  10:30am-noon  Internet Safety

Spanish Storytime- Saturdays,  April 10th and 24th at 1pm

All ages can listen to bilingual stories and learn new vocabulary

Conversational English: Saturdays,  April 3rd and 17th at 4pm
Come practice speaking English in a relaxed environment at your local library. Discussions will be in small groups and will focus on conversational topics important to you and daily life. Come with topic ideas of your own and be ready to speak!

MusicStaffLooking for work?  This is an interactive site for employment searches that lets you review and apply for jobs.  The library's paid subscription allows for all patrons to search and apply for work.  Click on the icon to connect directly.  Also, we've recently purchased and put out a number of wonderful, current titles about resume and career building.