SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

Welday for Congress - Jeanne Lloyd

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 5:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

meeting

Baldwin's Own Knitting Group

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute Room - Lower Level

Knitters of all skill levels are welcome to join this group.

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

Social Security Administration - Tribute Room

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 5:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

meeting

Learning in Retirement

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Learning in Retirement
Modern China (19th Century to Current)
Fall 2009 Session Fee (10 week session) $50.00
Registration Required

LIBRARY CLOSED at 5:30 p.m.

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - 5:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

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LIBRARY CLOSED

When: Thursday, November 26, 2009 - All Day
Where: Baldwin Public Library

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American Folktales Story Time -- lower level

When: Friday, November 27, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

A Thanksgiving Family Event! All ages. Registration required.

Picking Out Gift Books for Family & Friends

When: Saturday, November 28, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

Choosing gifts for the holiday season is always difficult, so why not learn how to pick out the perfect book! Learn to use the library's resources to pick out that perfect gift book for any reader.

American Folktales Story Time -- lower level

When: Saturday, November 28, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

A Thanksgiving Family Event! All ages. Registration required.

School Break Family Movie "Up!" - Lower Level

When: Saturday, November 28, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Join us for a recent release!

Red Cross Blood Drive

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute and Donor Rooms Combined

Give blood at the library today!

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Soul of a People: Reading/viewing and discussion.

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Jeanne Lloyd Room

Join us for a discussion of a Cheever short story. We'll watch a film of the story before we begin our discussion. Register for a box supper from How About Lunch.

Become a Blogger

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

This single-session class introduces participants to free on-line hosted services that allow users to create online journals with text and multimedia. Prerequisites: Basic understanding of Windows, word processing functions, Internet navigation and how to use a mouse. $5.00 fee and registration required.

Poetry Slam-tacular! - Jeanne Lloyd Room

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Do you like to write? Perform in front of a group? Compete? Then sign up for the Baldwin Poetry Slam-tacular! Come prepared for an open mike and a regular poetry slam. Perform or dramatize your poetry or someone else's with music, costume, or just your voice. Solo in a group - memorize or read! Coached by Mr. Rick Joseph, Birmingham teacher and participant in the Oakland Writing Project. Registration required for performers. Grades K-8 and adults. Audience welcome.

SKBK - Tribute and Donor Rooms

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Meeting

Learning in Retirement

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Learning in Retirement
Modern China (19th Century to Current)
Fall 2009 Session Fee (10 week session) $50.00
Registration Required

Amigurumi -- Japanese "Knitted Stuffed Toys" -- lower level

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 4:15 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Learn to make these popular little creatures with a few simple crochet instructions and a lot of imagination. Make them as presents or just for fun. All materials provided to get you started. Ages 8 & up. Registration required.

Editing Photos with Free Stuff

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

Fix your photos with free software. Learn how to make your photos look like a million bucks for just five dollars. Prerequisites: Basic understanding of Windows, Internet navigation and use of a mouse. Registration required. $5.00 fee

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Dazzling Desserts -- Handcrafted Hobbies -- lower level

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 4:15 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Learn the secrest of working with candy and create edible treats for centerpieces, cookie toppers, cake decorations...All materials supplied. Ages 6-11. Registration required.

Dazzling Desserts -- Handcrafted Hobbies -- lower level

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Learn the secrest of working with candy and create edible treats for centerpieces, cookie toppers, cake decorations...All materials supplied. Ages 6-11. Registration required.

Pizza & Pages

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Jeanne Lloyd Room

Enjoy free pizza and great book discussions. Drop-by the Adult Services Desk to register and to pick-up a free copy of the "Book of the Month".

Introduction to Excel 2007

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

You will learn how to create, modify, save and print a spreadsheet. $5.00 fee and registration required.

Teen Photo Contest Deadline

When: Friday, December 04, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

We will be judging the best photo based on the most artistic image of our library.

All entries must be accompanied by a short artist's statement describing why you created the photograph.

E-mail your photo to elisabeth.gilchrist@baldwinlib.org

Books at Lunch

When: Friday, December 04, 2009 - 12:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Jeanne Lloyd Room

What have you been reading lately? Join others to share your 'great reads' on the 1st Friday of every month. Bring your lunch and we'll provide tea or coffee.

Computer Basics

When: Saturday, December 05, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

Learn the main components and functions of a computer including opening and closing programs and moving and resizing windows.
$5.00 fee and registration required.

Birthday Party

When: Saturday, December 05, 2009 - 11:30 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute Room - Lower Level

meeting

NLJC Oakland County - Jeanne Lloyd

When: Saturday, December 05, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Jeanne Lloyd Room

meeting

Writers Live!: 3-Author Event!

When: Sunday, December 06, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Youth, Tween, and Teen Autographing Event featuring three authors: Helen Frost, Pearl North, and Amy Huntley.
Cosponsored by the Baldwin Public Library and Book Beat.
Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

Writers Live!: Philip Handleman -- lower level

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

The writer of more than 20 books on aviation topics, Birmingham author and photographer Philip Handleman has now written "A Dream of Pilots," about a 12-year-old boy and the famous aviation luminaries who inspire him. Enjoy a presentation and reading. Books will be available for purchase and signing. All ages. Registration required.

SKBK - Tribute and Donor Rooms

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute and Donor Rooms Combined

meeting

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

Babytime -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 0-18 months and a loving adult. No registration required.

My First Math and Science - Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Activities, concepts, stories, and take-home material for ages 3 and up. Topic: Math -- Sorting! Registration required.

Soul of a People discussion

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute Room - Lower Level

Join Prof. Greg Sumner for a discussion of oral histories taken by writers employed during the Great Depression by the Federal Writers' Project.

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2007

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

This single-ssession class will introduce users to PowerPoint. Learn the basic editing functions to create a slideshow.
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of Windows, Microsoft Word, and how to use a mouse. $5.00 fee and registration required.

Michigan Anti-Cruelty - Jeanne Lloyd Room

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Meeting

Friends of the Library Board Meeting

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 7:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Board Room

Board Meeting

Learning in Retirement

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Learning in Retirement
Modern China (19th Century to Current)
Fall 2009 Session Fee (10 week session) $50.00
Registration Required

Just Me Stories -- Story Room

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For 3 1/2-5 years, independent listeners. Registration required.

Wednesday Book Group

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Jeanne Lloyd Room

Join this lively group each month. Multiple copies of the selected titles are provided by our generous Friends of the Library.

My First Math and Science - Story Room

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Activities, concepts, stories, and take-home material for ages 3 and up. Topic: Math -- Sorting! Registration required.

Amigurumi -- Japanese "Knitted Stuffed Toys" -- lower level

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 4:15 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Learn to make these popular little creatures with a few simple crochet instructions and a lot of imagination. Make them as presents or just for fun. All materials provided to get you started. Ages 8 & up. Registration required.

Intermediate Gmail

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

Have a Gmail account but don't know how to use all the features? We'll show you how to attach a document, how to label and archive email, creating a vacation responder, and more. Prerequisite: Intro to Gmail or equivalent and a Gmail account.

Sing & Tell - Story Room

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Sing & Tell - Story Room

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Kindergarten-First Grade Book Party - Story Room

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 4:15 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

After-school fun of stories, games, crafts, & snacks. Theme: Parlez vous Francais? Registration required.

Gaming for Teens

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute and Donor Rooms Combined

Drop-in gaming for teens, grades 6-12. Stop-by to practice your skills or join some friendly competition.

Chapman and Associates

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Jeanne Lloyd Room

meeting

Sing & Tell - Story Room

When: Friday, December 11, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Sing & Tell - Story Room

When: Friday, December 11, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Hanukah

When: Saturday, December 12, 2009 - All Day
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Jewish Holiday

Digital Camera Basics

When: Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Computer Lab

Learn about digital photography. If you've been considering purchasing a digital camera but want to learn more before you do, this is the class for you. Registration required. $5.00 fee

Baldwin's Own Knitting Group

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute Room - Lower Level

Knitters of all skill levels are welcome to join this group.

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Tuesday Evening Ruff Readers Auxiliary - Story Room

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Join our canine friends for relaxing reading in the evening. All dogs certified by Therapy Dogs International. Ages 6 and up. Registration required.

Birmingham Compassion Club - Tribute and Donor Rooms

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

meeting

SKBK - Tribute and Donor Rooms

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Rotary Tribute and Donor Rooms Combined

meeting

Junior League of Birmingham - Lower Level

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

meeting

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

Mother Goose -- Story Room

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

For ages 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 and a loving adult. Registration required.

TAC Teen Advisory Council

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Monthly TAC meeting in Rotary Room or Jeanne Lloyd Room to help plan and promote exciting new teen library programs.

Join the Ruff Readers! - Story Room

When: Saturday, December 19, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Sign up between 10 and 10:30 to read aloud to the best listener on earth: a specially-trained dog from Therapy Dogs International.

Join the Ruff Readers! - Story Room

When: Saturday, December 19, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Baldwin Public Library

Sign up between 10:30 and 11:00 to read aloud to the best listener on earth: a specially-trained dog from Therapy Dogs International.

Senator Pappageorge

When: Saturday, December 19, 2009 - 12:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Board Room

District Office Hours

Socrates Cafe

When: Sunday, December 20, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Baldwin Public Library at Jeanne Lloyd Room

Looking for an interesting conversation? Join this group for scintillating discussions.