Delray Beach
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Delray Beach Public Library The Next Chapter - September 13, 2023
Schools and Libraries
September 14, 2023
From: Delray Beach Public LibraryGood morning!
I am thrilled to share that the Delray Beach Public Library was one of more than 200 libraries across 45 states selected by the Public Library Association (PLA) to receive a $6,000 grant, funded by AT&T, to host digital literacy workshops this fall. These contributions are part of AT&T’s commitment to address the digital divide through investments in internet accessibility, affordability, and the safe use of technology.
Approximately 40% of disconnected students face digital literacy adoption barriers, as well as about 16% of adults not being digitally literate. Introducing and advancing these skills is critical to helping bridge the digital divide. Not only is it important for students and their families to have internet access and computers, but also to have the skills needed to use technology safely, responsibly, and effectively.
The Delray Beach Public Library will host nine workshops on Computer Basics, Internet Basics, & Email Basics from September through December. Computer Basics will cover learning how to navigate the Windows 10 operating system, manage applications using the task manager, find and manage files and folders, save, and delete files and more. Internet Basics will introduce newly connected users to basic terminology, functionality, and navigation of internet browsers, search engines and websites. Email Basics will help users set up an email account, learn how to perform basic email functions like Send, Receive and Reply to an email, recognize and deal with spam, organize, and delete emails and search for messages.
All classes required advanced registration. Classes will be approximately 90 minutes in length with a limit of 10 students per class. Small classes sizes allow for individual attention and take-home materials help with self-paced learning. Students will also learn how to contact the reference department to set up follow-up appointments for one-on-one assistance with difficult topics discussed within the course.
Every student that attends these workshops and completes the class survey will leave with generous incentives including a gift card of $10-20 for various businesses. That’s right, every student will receive a gift card! Also, upon completion of the class and survey every student will also be entered to win a brand-new Samsung tablet! The drawing will be held the week of December 18. Registration is required, Click Here to register
We are so excited to share this opportunity with our patrons and help bridge the digital divide within our community.
I look forward to seeing many of you attend these classes soon!
Have a wonderful fall season!
Alyson Walzer-Grammatico
Head of Reference
[email protected]
Through a collaboration of Children and Teen Services and Mathnasium Tutoring, the library is offering FREE 30-minutes, in-person math homework help from September 18 to October 11. Tutoring sessions are open to students in grades K-12 for the following subjects:
Arithmetic (grades K-8) | Pre-Algebra (grades 6-9) | Algebra 1 (grades 8-10) | Geometry (grades 9-10) | Algebra 2 (grades 10-12) | Trigonometry / Pre-Calculus (grades 10-12) | Calculus (grades 10-12)
Registration required.
Register for Mathnasium Tutoring
Events
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Children's Department - [email protected]
Ms. Lovely’s Playdate
Wednesday, September 13
6PM
Ages: 3-5
Ms. Lovely brings you a delightful playdate filled with interactive games! This engaging and inclusive event promises an evening of laughter, friendship, and endless opportunities for little ones to explore, learn, and make cherished memories together.
Online registration required.
Register for Ms. Lovely’s Playdate
Story Chasers
Monday, September 18
3:30PM
Ages: 6-8
Enthusiastic young readers register, then stop by each month to claim a free copy of an assigned fantasy/adventure story and a theme craft to complete. Story Chasers then present their show-and-tell craft and play a fun pop-up quiz game during our discussion!
Online registration required.
Sneak Peek: STEM Camp: Cox Museum Dome Planetarium
Saturday, October 7
1PM
Ages: 5-17
Brace yourself for an awe-inspiring journey through the cosmos at our special Cox Museum Dome Planetarium visit at the library! Immerse yourself in the wonders of space and travel to distant galaxies, sparkling stars, and breathtaking celestial phenomena. Mark your calendars and don't miss this opportunity to experience the wonders of the night sky!
Stem Camp: Cox Museum Dome Planetarium
Events
Teen Department - [email protected]
K-Pop Club
Monday, September 18
5PM
Ages: 13-17
Ride the Hallyu Wave (Korean Wave) at the Delray Beach Public Library! Meet with K-Pop and K-Drama enthusiasts for an hour of trivia, discussions, and music videos of your favorite groups! Who is your bias? What is the best drama to watch this season? Win K-Pop merch of your favorite groups: BTS, Stray Kids, New Jeans, Blackpink, and more! Share all your insights and recommendations at our meetup!
Online registration required.
Tech Sandbox
Tuesday, September 19
3PM
Ages: 13-17
Code with Sphero- Join us as we get hands-on experience with the library's technology collection. Learn how to code pathways with Sphero! Build your own mazes, obstacles, towers and other courses to navigate through your room. Equipped with a gyroscope, accelerometer, and colorful LED lights, this educational robot is a perfect introduction to robotics!
Online registration required.
Teen Book Club
Tuesday, September 19
5PM
Ages: 13-17
Check this out! A Free monthly teen book subscription full of one-of-a-kind collection items, and specially curated products for teen readers! Each box will include all the books in a romance series, plus self-care products to help you set the mood, unplug from the world, and read! All free for you to keep!
Online registration required.
Blissful Yoga
Saturday, September 23
10AM
Ages: 13-17
Discover the depths of inner peace through mindful meditation. Experience the holistic benefits of yoga with instructor Amanda Mintz. Bring your yoga mat and a friend for a calming group session at the library.
Online registration required.
Events
Adult Program Coordinator - [email protected]
Film: Kiss The Ground
Wednesday, September 13
6:30PM
(2020, NR, 55 mins.)
Narrated by Woody Harrelson, this film explains that by regenerating the world’s soils, we can completely and rapidly stabilize Earth’s climate, restore lost ecosystems, and create abundant food supplies. Soil is the missing piece of the climate puzzle. After the film, George Soria, chairman and founder of the South Florida Permaculture Resource Center, will moderate a discussion and answer questions. Free. Please register.
Register for Film: Kiss The Ground
Iconic Florida – Cast Your Vote Now
Part of our Iconic America programs include looking at our beautiful, crazy state to see what makes for Iconic Florida. We're hosting a quick public survey. This is your opportunity to vote for your choice of Iconic Florida symbols in four categories: creature, food, destination, and nature element.
Iconic Florida survey results will be announced at our Iconic Florida Key Lime Pie Community Bake Off on Saturday, September 23. Have fun!
You Don’t Have to Bake a Pie to Come to the Pie Contest
Iconic Florida Key Lime Pie Community Bake Off
Saturday, September 23 @ 1PM
We have space for more pie entries. If you’ve got that winning recipe for key lime pie, go ahead and enter the contest. We’d love to have you! You can read the guidelines and Enter Here.
For the non-bakers, this will be a fun event with pie tasting for the people’s choice award, plus other key lime-themed refreshments. The Green Market will present a Chef Showcase with a demonstration and samples of Key Lime Ceviche. And the University of Florida/IAS Extension PBC Florida Master Gardeners will provide information about native Florida wildflowers, and you can pot one to take home. This is a fun and refreshing way to spend a couple hours on a Saturday. Hope to see you there!
International Day of Peace 2023
Cecilia St. King in Concert
Wednesday, September 20 @ 6:30PM
Join us for a special concert of peace songs with troubadour Cecilia St. King and special guest guitarist Mitch Radler. Free. Registration not required.
Events
Technology Department - [email protected]
Image Compositing with Adobe Photoshop
Thursday, September 14
10AM
Find out how to creatively mix together elements from two or more photographic images and modify them using Adobe Photoshop. Topics covered include working with layers, using selection tools, applying adjustments layers, and exporting image projects.
Register for Image Compositing with Adobe Photoshop
Computer Basics
Monday, September 18
2PM
Learn how to navigate the Windows 10 operating system, manage applications using the task manager, find and manage files and folders, save, and delete files and more.
Internet Basics
Tuesday, September 19
2PM
In this workshop you will introduce newly connected users to basic terminology, functionality, and navigation of internet browsers, search engines and websites.
Email Basics
Wednesday, September 20
2PM
Create a Gmail account, learn how to perform basic email functions like Send, Receive and Reply to an email, recognize and deal with spam, organize, and delete emails and search for messages.
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