Classes - Programs

**For sign-ups or questions please call (609) 967-7155**

Special Programs

Children's Programs

Visit our Kids & Teens page for Children's Program list.

Acrylics Art Workshop

Art Workshop
Acrylic Painting Class
with Bobbie Berg
Saturday, May 18
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register on April 18
All others may register on May 2
AGES 16+
Bobbie will provide lots of tips on the use of acrylic paints plus a brief history on acrylics. She will also demo a landscape painting and show how to get panels ready using gesso. Bring your painting with acrylic questions to have some fun.
MATERIALS LIST
The instructor likes and used Liquitex Paints. You will need the following colors:
Titanium White
Cadmium Yellow Med
Prussian Blue
Hooker Green Deep (make sure it has the word Deep on it)
Raw Umber
Burnt Sienna
Cadmium Red

Several Styrofoam Plates (not paper)
Paper Towels
Small Spray Bottle (Hair spray bottles are nice..they have a fine mist)

Brushes...Synthetics are the best for Acrylics
Bring what you have. I suggest several flats and one rigger or script brush
The flats in sizes 2, 6, and 10 are nice and 1 small round
Michael's has brushes that sell for $2.99 which are fine for starting out and you can use the Michael's coupons. They also accept A.C. Moore coupons.
1- Canvas 8x10 or 9x12...Stretched, not a panel
1- Bottle of Gloss Medium and Varnish (small size- must have both words on label)2- Containers for water (empty margarine containers are fine)
Instructor will provide your hardwood panel for your first painting and the gesso. I will be bringing pictures I have taken for your landscape paintings. If you have photos and would like to bring your own, that's fine...we are looking for ones that have sky and a land mass. If you cannot find a supply on the list, not to worry.
instructor will have extras.

Ballroom Dancing for Beginners

Ballroom Dancing for Beginners
Thursdays, June 6 through August 15
6 to 7 p.m.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register on May 6
All others may register on May 20
.Please contact Linda Duffy at 609-967-5900 x3157
to register.

Book Delivery for the Homebound

The library will deliver books to homebound residents of Avalon. Call the library at 967-7155 to learn more.

Chair Yoga and Meditation

Chair Yoga and Meditation
with Amy Sue Smith
Thursdays, May 2 through May 23
11:30am to 12:30pm
Avalon Senior Center
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register on April 2
All others may register on April 16

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of a Yoga practice that is accessible to
everyone. Participants will use the chair for support either while sitting or
standing and enjoy the benefits of Yoga in a safe gentle program. Yoga helps to increase flexibility, strength, range of motion and balance.
This 4-week class will be adaptable to all levels of flexibility (or range of motion)
and fitness levels. In addition to the Yoga postures and movements, we will work
with beneficial breathing techniques that can significantly enhance your health
and well being. Each class will end with Meditation, which has many well-publicized health benefits including increased concentration, decreased anxiety,
and a general feeling of happiness.

Computer Classes - Apple

Apple Computer Classes
with Harry Keyser
2nd & 4th Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Instructional lesson followed by Q & A session.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register 30 days prior to each class
All others may register 2 weeks prior to each class

SOCIAL NETWORKING & USING GOOGLE Tues. 5/28/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

iTUNES- Tues. 6/11/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

iPHOTO Tues. 6/25/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

PAGES- WORD PROCESSING AND DESKTOP PUBLISHING Tues. 7/2/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

MAIL, ADDRESS BOOK, CALENDAR Tues. 7/23/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

SAFARI Tues. 8/13/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

BACK-UP AND SECURITY Tues. 8/26/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

Computer Classes- Apple Beginner's

Apple Computer Beginner's Classes
with Harry Keyser
2nd & 4th Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Individually paced basic skill class for the beginner
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register 30 days prior to each class.
All others may register 2 weeks prior to each class.

Computer Classes- PC

PC Computer Classes
with Greg Foote
REGISTRATION REQUIRED

for more information on any of these classes, call 609-967-7155

Afternoon Summer PC Classes from 12:30pm-2:30pm

Classes are stand-alone with individual sign-ups. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own computers if they have them.

INTRO TO OFFICE 2013: Getting Started, Fri. 5/17/13 from 12:30 to 2:30pm

Getting started with the Office 2013 suite, discover what is new and how to perform basic tasks in the latest version of Microsoft's flagship productivity product application. Discuss any projects and ideas you might want to learn about during this Office series.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

INTRO TO OFFICE 2013: Word and Excel, Fri. 5/31/13 from 12:30 to 2:30pm

Create visually compelling documents in Word 2013 and smart data insights with Excel 2013. Workshop involves classroom activities and personalized tasks.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

INTRO TO OFFICE 2013: PowerPoint, Fri. 6/7/13 from 12:30 to 2:30pm

Produce dynamic presentations with PowerPoint 2013 and effective informational materials with Publisher 2013. Workshop involves classroom activities and personalized tasks.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

INTRO TO OFFICE 2013: Productivity, Fri. 6/14/13 from 12:30 to 2:30pm

Manage rich communications with Outlook 2013, organize ideas with OneNote 2013, process data with Access 2013, and utilize additional features, applications, and services from Microsoft including brief overviews of Lync, Project, Visio, SharePoint Exchange, Office 365, and SkyDrive. Discuss additional personalized tasks in which to apply Office 2013.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

INTRO TO OFFICE 2013: Windows 8 and the Cloud, Fri. 6/21/13 from 12:30 to 2:30pm

What is the cloud? Is it just a buzzword or does it have something to offer you? Introduce yourself to the world of services the cloud offers and find ways it can benefit your life. Includes services for online backup access, file syncing, and sharing and other cloud applications such as note-taking, office suites, photo editors, e-book readers, music radio, and streaming video.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

INTRO TO OFFICE 2013: Maintaining Your Windows 8 Computer, Fri. 6/28/13 from 12:30 to 2:30pm

Now that you feel comfortable using Windows 8 and have set it up to work for you, learn how to maintain your computer with Windows updates, file back-up, and antivirus software. Learn how to install/update/remove apps and programs, how to use File History and what to do when your computer misbehaves (resetting).

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

Computer Classes- PC- for Novices

PC Computer Classes
with Greg Foote
REGISTRATION REQUIRED

for more information on any of these classes, call 609-967-7155

Windows 8 for Novices Series, May 17-June 28 from 10am to 12pm
*no class May 24th

Classes have separate sign-up to build on each other. Registrants are encouraged to bring their own computers if they have them.

WINDOWS 8 FOR NOVICES: Getting to Know Windows 8, Fri. 5/17/13 from 10am to Noon

Learning the basics: what is Windows 8 and how is it different from other versions of Windows? How do I start it up and shut it down? There can be a mouse AND a touch screen? Learning the Start Screen, Charms tool bar menu and desktop. Setting up and customizing your user accounts. Make Windows 8 easier to use (changing screen sizes, background pictures, mouse sensitivity) and how to use multiple screens.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

WINDOWS 8 FOR NOVICES: Hands on with Apps, Fri. 5/31/13 from 10am to Noon

Learn how to use the apps that Windows 8 comes with (calculator, calendar, email, weather, travel, etc.) from how to open them, how to use them, how to adjust app settings, how to rearrange them on your start screen, etc.

Learn how to get new apps from the Windows App Store (browsing and searching the store, exploring available apps by category, downloading and installing apps, how to uninstall apps.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

WINDOWS 8 FOR NOVICES: Windows 8 and the Web, Fri. 6/7/13 from 10am to Noon

Learn how to connect to the Internet with Windows 8. Browse the Web with Internet Explorer (app vs. desktop), learn how to search for what you need and how to open one or more pages, how to change your Internet Explorer settings, marking favorites and reading pages with the Reader App, using browsers others than Internet Explorer (Google Chrome and Firefox).

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

WINDOWS 8 FOR NOVICES: Keeping in Touch with People, Fri. 6/14/13 from 10am to Noon

Emailing family and friends, adding contacts to the People App, exploring social media apps like Facebook and Twitter, using the Messaging App to chat with friends and family, adding special occasions to your calendar, and how to adjust settings for these social apps.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

WINDOWS 8 FOR NOVICES: Photos, Music, and Videos Fri. 6/21/13 from 10am to Noon

Learn how to view, save, edit, share and print pictures using the Windows 8 Photo App and Paint App. Listen to music and watch video with Windows Medica Center, find movies and TV shows with Xbox, Hulu, and more.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

WINDOWS 8 FOR NOVICES: Organizing Your Files Fri. 6/28/13 from 10am to Noon

Learn all about files and folders, from how to save files to Libraries, access saved files and find lost, create folders and move files into folders to how to delete files and folders, and how to restore deleted files and folders.

In Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.

Creative Writing

Creative Writing
with Jack Miller
First Thursday
5:45 to 7:45pm
3rd Saturday
10am to Noon
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Class instructor Jack Miller will be providing tips and feedback on poetry, memoirs, short stories, articles, and books. Class participants will also have the opportunity to record their stories as podcasts for listeners to enjoy on our website.

Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks Workshop

Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks Workshop
with Greg Foote
3rd Tuesday of the month
6:15 to 7:45pm
Bring your Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPhone, Android phone etc.
Bring your questions.

French Language Classes

French Language Classes
with Christine Garnier
Tuesdays and Thursdays
June 25 thru July 18
4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register on May 25
All others may register on June 8
Students will explore the French language through activities involving conversation, vocabulary, listening and grammar. Culture and traveling will also be addressed.
The textbook for this class is Barron's Learn French The Fast and Fun Way, 3rd edition. Some copies are available for checkout by library patrons.

Great Decisions Foreign Policy

Great Decisions Foreign Policy
with Dr. Conrad Weiler
Mondays, April 1 through May 20
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register on March 1
All others may register on March 15
Participants may purchase a Great Decisions 2013 book for $20 by visiting
www.fpa.org

Topics:
Future of the Euro
Egypt
NATO
Myanmar and Southeast Asia
Humanitarian Intervention
Iran
China in Africa
Threat Assessment

iPad Workshop

iPad Workshop
with Harry Keyser
5:30 to 7:30pm
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register 30 days prior to each program
All others may register 2 weeks prior to each program
Please bring your iPad to learn about its features.

CAMERA Wed. 5/2213 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

PHOTOS Wed. 5/29/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

MAIL AND CONTACTS Wed. 6/5/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

HOME PAGE APPS- CLOCK, NOTES, MAPS AND REMINDERS Wed. 6/12/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

HOME PAGE APPS- MESSAGES, iBOOKS, AND CALENDAR Wed. 6/19/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

SETTINGS Wed. 6/26/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

APPS AND THE APP STORE Wed. 7/3/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

PHOTOS AND CAMERA Wed. 7/10/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

THE INTERNET Wed. 7/24/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

INTERNET SAFETY, iPAD HANDLING AND APPLE SUPPORT Wed. 7/31/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

MUSIC APPS AND iTUNES Wed. 8/7/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

iCLOUD- SYNCING, SHARING, AND BACK UP Wed. 8/14/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

APPS AND THE APP STORE Wed. 8/21/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

MAIL AND CONTACTS Wed. 6/5/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

SETTINGS Wed. 8/28/13 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

iPad- Beginner's Class

iPad Beginner's Class
with Harry Keyser
4:30 to 5:30pm
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register 30 days in advance
All others may register 2 weeks in advance
Please bring your iPad to learn about its features.
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month
Individually paced basic skill class for the Beginner
All questions answered, all problems solved
BEGINNING APRIL 1, iPAD CLASSES WILL BE HELD EACH WEDNESDAY
Topics to be announced.

Italian Culture Group

Italian Culture Group
The second Wednesday of the month from 3:30 - 4:30 p. m.
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.

Upcoming meetings
March 13, April 10, May 8, and June 12

Just Released Film Night

Just Released Film Night
Multipurpose Room
Future titles TBA
6 p.m.
Snack bags and beverages will be served.

For more information, visit Internet Movie Database

Kindle/eReader Users Group

eReader/Kindle Workshop
with Greg Foote
3rd Tuesday of the month
6:15 to 7:45pm
Bring your Kindle or other eReader. Bring your questions.

Knitting Club

Knitting Club
Mondays at 3:30 p.m.
Meet and share knitting techniques. No sign-ups are necessary;
all levels of knitters are welcome, from beginner to advanced!

Mother/Daughter Book Club

Mother/Daughter Book Club
with Deb Martinelli
Thursdays, June 27, July 18, and August 8
3 books will be read and discussed during this series
First book will be available for check out at the library on June 17
Grades 3 to 7
Book titles to follow
Aunts, grandmothers, and other women who are important in
your life can also be your book club partner.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Avalon property owners may register 30 days prior to each class
All others may register 2 weeks prior to each class

PC Users Group

PC Users Group
with Joe Kash
Third Monday of the month
6:15 to 7:45 p.m.
Meet with other personal computer users
to share problems and solutions.
May 20
Worst Tech Habits and How to Break Them
No June meeting

Scrabble

Join the “Scrabblers”
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Second and fourth Monday of every month for word play.

Upcoming dates: May 13 & May 29*(Wednesday because library will be closed Memorial Day), June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, August 12 & 26, September 9 & 23, October 14 & 28, November 11 & 25, December 9 & 23

Smart Phone Users Group

Smart Phone Users Group
with Mike Matthews
1st Monday of each month
5:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Bring your smart phone to this users group and the instructor will help you
learn how to use its features. He will review new app releases, hardware and accessories.
Mike will be lecturing and answering questions on this schedule:
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. - iPhones
6:45 to 7:45 p.m.- Droid & Windows phones

All smart phone users are welcome to attend during the
above schedule hours or for the entire session.

Social Media Users Group

Social Media Users Group
with Robert Hoesly
Second Monday of the month
6:15 to 7:45 p.m.
Introduction and general use of the most common social media platforms,
including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Future platforms may include
YouTube, Google +, Pinterest, and Instagram.
Limited number of library computers will be available
or bring your own laptop, tablet, etc.

Webinars

Webinars Live Online offered by Avalon Library
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED