Book Discussions and Writing Groups
> July 1 - Let's Talk About it, A Mind of Her Own: Fathers and Daughters in a Changing World.
   Bread Givers by Anzia Yezierska. Discussion led by Rabbi Mark Gross. Call 954-201-2601 for
   information and to register for the series. Attendees are encouraged to read the book prior to
   the discussion and to attend the remaining three events that are scheduled through November
   2008. This reading and discussion series has been made possible through a grant from
   Nextbook and the American Library Association. 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Business, Careers, Finance
> July 15 - Investors Discussion Group, with Bruce Frenkel. Discuss market trends and portfolio
   strategies. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
> July 30 - FAU Small Business Development Class: Tax Tips for Your Small Business. Sponsored
   by the FAU Small Business Development Center. 6 to 8 p.m.

Communication and Language
> Tuesdays - English Café, conversational practice for intermediate learners of English. 
   7 to 8:30 p.m.
> July 10 - El Club de Conversación en Español, conversational-Spanish practice for English
   speakers. Also: Volunteers are needed who speak both Spanish and English. For information,
   call Louise at 954-201-2601.  7 to 8:30 p.m.
> July 24 - El Club de Conversación en Español, conversational-Spanish practice for English
   speakers. Also: Volunteers are needed who speak both Spanish and English. For information,
   call Louise at 954-201-2601.  7 to 8:30 p.m.

Dance
> Wednesdays (except July 2) - Free dance lessons with Rick Wray. All levels of dancers are
   welcome; partners not required. Dances will include fox trot, waltz, tango, rumba, cha cha,
   salsa, swing, and more. Participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions, and should
   wear smooth-soled shoes (not sneakers). Instructor Rick Wray has been teaching South
   Floridians to dance for over 25 years. Sponsored by the Friends of North Regional/BCC Library.
   2 to 3 p.m.

Health
> July 28 - Distribution of no-cost amplified telephones to Florida residents by the League for the
   Hard of Hearing. For more information, call 954-731-7200. Sponsored by Florida
   Telecommunications Relay Inc.  1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Movies
> July 11 - Movie Matinee Lunch Bunch: Charlie Wilson's War. Bring lunch; soft drinks provided,
   courtesy of the Friends of North Regional/BCC Library. 12 noon to 2:30 p.m.
> July 18 - Movie Matinee Lunch Bunch: My Kid Could Paint That. Bring lunch; soft drinks provided,
   courtesy of the Friends of North Regional/BCC Library. 12 noon to 2:30 p.m.
> July 25 - Movie Matinee Lunch Bunch: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Bring
   lunch; soft drinks provided, courtesy of the Friends of North Regional/BCC Library.
   12 noon to 2:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous
> July 24 - European Adoption Seminar: Learn how to adopt a child from another country.
   Sponsored by European Adoption Consultants, a nonprofit adoption agency. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

On Display:   Celebration of American Heritage items
                    Great books to read for summer

Mondays
> Ready to Read Stories and Craft.  Ages 3-5.  11 to 11:30 a.m.
   (July 7: Tales of Prince Charming and the Beautiful Princess
    July 14: K is for Kangaroos and Koalas 
    July 21: Adventure in the Rainforest
    July 28: South of the Border Fun)
> Activities in Spanish: crafts, songs, and games. Ages 5-8.  6 to 7 p.m. 
   Actividades en español, manualidades, canciones y juegos, edades 5-8, 6 a 7 p.m.

Tuesdays
> Preteen Club. Ages 8-11.  4 to 5 p.m.
   (July 1: Fourth of July craft and activities
    July 8: Beads to Bookmarks - Learn beading techniques to create your own bookmark. Free
              book for each participant.
    July 15 and July 22: Kite Making Workshop, Part I and II - Must attend both sessions.
    July 29: Cupcake Delight - Frost it, decorate it, and eat it. Learn various methods of cake
                decorating.)

Wednesdays
> Brazil ao Vivo III. Kids Learn to Speak Portuguese @ your library. Ages 7-10. Program
   conducted in Portuguese. Sponsored by the Newcomers/New Americans grant funded by
   Broward Public Library Foundation, Western Union, and Comcast.  4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
> Family Evening Stories and Craft. Ages 3 and up.  7 to 7:30 p.m.
   (July 2:   Celebration Time - Red, white, and blue stories and crafts
    July 9:   European Tales
    July 16: Down Under Adventures
    July 23: Explore the Rainforest
    July 30: Journey South of the Border with Stories and Craft)

Wednesdays, July 9 through July 23
> Tween Tech Part II. Learn to type, and challenge your mind and creativity with fun,
   educational, online games. Ages 7-11. Open to the first 15 kids who register; no group
   registration please. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Fridays
> Tots & Tales and Freeplay. Music, finger plays, stories, and educational toys. Ages up to
   35 months, with parent/caregiver. 
   Session 1: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.  Session 2: 11 a.m. to 12 noon.

July 8
> Summer Special: Make it and Take it Crafts. Ages 6-9.  2 to 3 p.m.
> Wags & Tales. Children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading to Mack, our pet
   therapy dog. Ages 5-12. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Broward County. 6 to 7 p.m.

July 17
> Summer Special: Stories from Around the World. Ages 3-5.  2 to 2:30 p.m.

July 23
> Summer Special: Ronald McDonald brings fun, laughter, and interactive activities. Ages 3 and
   up.  10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

July 30
> Summer Special: Meet Geddy the Gecko. Hilarious skits, songs, and dances. Ages 3 and up.  
   10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Please register for the above programs.
Youth Services - 954-201-2626

On Display: Teen Summer Reading Books

July 3
> Game Night: DDR, PS2 and Wii video games, board games, and more. Refreshments served.
   Ages 12-18. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

July 10
> Dance and Culture, Part II: Eastern Indian and hip-hop. Experience and learn about the origin
   of different dance styles as well as the specific ethnic groups and cultures to which they belong.
   Ages 12-18. Sponsored by the Newcomers/New Americans and YANA grant funded by Broward
   Public Library Foundation, Western Union, Comcast, and Broward County Public Schools.
   6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

July 17
> Hip-Hop Dance with Maraj. Learn the latest hip-hop dance moves. Refreshments served.
   Ages 12-18.  6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

July 24
> Beading Party. Learn to make fancy jewelry, keychains, and more while listening to music and
   chomping on pizza. Ages 12-18.  6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

July 31
> So Long Summer Special: craft, music, and games. Refreshments served. Ages 12-18. 
   6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Please register for the above programs.
Youth Services - 954-201-2626

                                              No Charge                                    $10 Fee

In English

July 1     1:30 to   2:30 p.m. ...................................................... Evaluating Websites
July 2     9:30 to 11:00 a.m.    Computer Literacy I
July 2     7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Computer Literacy I
July 3     9:30 to 11:00 a.m.    Computer Literacy II
July 3     1:30 to   3:00 p.m.    Create A Resume Using Word
July 5     9:30 to 11:00 a.m.    Word I

July 7     7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Computer Literacy I
July 7     9:30 to 10:30 a.m....................................................... Searching the Internet
July 7     1:30 to   3:00 p.m.    Word I
July 8     9:30 to 11:00 a.m....................................................... Downloading
July 8     1:30 to   3:00 p.m.    Word II,
July 9     7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Computer Literacy II
July 9     9:30 to 11:00 a.m....................................................... File Management
July 9     1:30 to   3:00 p.m....................................................... Word III
July 10   1:30 to   3:00 p.m.    Excel I
July 10   9:30 to 10:30 a.m....................................................... Health Information
July 11   9:30 to 11:00 a.m....................................................... Create A Web Page on Yahoo
                                                                                               (Active Yahoo ID required.)

July 14   7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Computer Literacy II
July 14   9:30 to 10:30 a.m....................................................... Surfing the Internet
July 15   1:30 to   3:00 p.m...................................................... Computer Terminology
July 16   7:30 to   8:30 p.m.    Introduction to the WWW
July 16   9:30 to 11:00 a.m....................................................... Photoshop Elements 5
July 17   1:30 to   3:00 p.m.    Excel II
July 18   9:30 to 10:30 a.m....................................................... Magazines & Newspaper
July 19   9:30 to 11:00 a.m.    Word II                                                     Databases Online

July 21   1:30 to   2:30 p.m.    Finding Materials in the Library
July 21   7:30 to   8:30 p.m.    Introduction to the WWW,
July 22   9:30 to 11:00 a.m.    PowerPoint I
July 23   7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Excel I
July 23   9:30 to 10:30 a.m...................................................... Job Information Resources
July 24   1:30 to   3:00 p.m...................................................... Excel III

July 28   7:00 to   8:30 p.m..................................................... Dreamweaver MX 2004
July 28   1:00 to   3:00 p.m.    Free E-mail Services I Using Yahoo
July 29   9:30 to 11:00 a.m.    PowerPoint II
July 29   1:30 to   3:00 p.m.    Free E-mail Services II Using Yahoo
July 30   7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Excel II
July 30   9:30 to 10:30 a.m..................................................... Travel Information
July 31   1:30 to   3:00 p.m..................................................... Publisher I


In Haitian Creole

July 3     7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Basic Computer Literacy
July 10   7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Basic Computer Literacy
July 17   7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Basic Computer Literacy
July 24   7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Basic Computer Literacy
July 31   7:00 to   8:30 p.m.    Basic Computer Literacy



In Spanish

July 1     7:00 a   8:30 p.m.     Computación Básica I
July 5     9:30 a 11:00 a.m.     Correo Electrónico I
July 8     7:00 a   8:30 p.m.     Computación Básica II
July 12   9:30 a 11:00 a.m.     Introducción a Internet WWW
July 15   7:00 a   8:30 p.m.     Español Word I
July 19   9:30 a 11:00 a.m.     Español Excel I
July 22   7:00 a   8:30 p.m.     Español Word II
July 26   9:30 a 11:00 a.m.     Español Excel II
July 29   7:00 a   8:30 p.m.     Español Guardando Archivos y Documentos

Please note:                      
>  All public computers at the library use the Windows XP Professional platform
    and Internet Explorer 6.0.
>  The Microsoft Office Suite software programs (Access, Excel, PowerPoint,
    Publisher, and Word) are the 2003 version.
>  If you would like to save your work, please bring a disk or thumb drive.