Upcoming library events

People to People

When: Sunday, January 29, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Orientation meeting

Monday 10:30 am Multi-Age Drop-In Storytime (FREE Tickets Required)

When: Monday, January 30, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, stories, puppets & fun with your little one (age 6 and under) during this lively storytime! (Arrive early to avoid disappointment---space is limited!)

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, January 30, 2012 - 3:05 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

8 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com. Cost for 8 week session is $78.00. No class on 1/16/12 or 2/20/12.

Monday Night Writers Group

When: Monday, January 30, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Monday night writers group is currently FULL.

Tuesday 9:30 am Drop-In Storytime for 3's & 4's

When: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Three and four-year-olds will enjoy stories, music, movement and more in this 30-min. storytime. Please stop at the Info Desk for a nametag before entering the storytime room.

Tuesday 10:30 am Drop-In Multi-Age Storytime (Tickets Required)

When: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Children will enjoy stories, puppets, music, movement & more during th is 30-min. storytime. (Come early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited!)

Junior Toastmasters

When: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

meeting

Teen Gaming

When: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Join us to play Brawl, Guitar Hero, and other Wii games. Grades 6-12 only.

Mother Daughter Book Club 7th & 8th Grade

When: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Join us as we discuss Maureen Johnson's 13 LITTLE BLUE ENVELOPES

PLEASE REGISTER EACH PERSON TO ATTEND DISCUSSION

Cary Basketball Association

When: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 - 7:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

Heart Collage

When: Thursday, February 02, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Create a heart using cut paper and paint.

Green Burial Advocates of Northen Illinois

When: Thursday, February 02, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

To educate about green burials: history, what they are, how to plan for one, answer questions

Girl Scouts of Northern IL - Troop 171

When: Friday, February 03, 2012 - 3:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Brownie Meeting

Winter Reading Ends!

When: Saturday, February 04, 2012 - 9:00 AM

Last day to come in to the library and complete your winter reading requirements. Program ends at 5:00 pm.

Document Management

When: Saturday, February 04, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

Do you have difficulty finding the files you save? Do you know the difference between the C: drive and a flash drive? This class will explain the basics of document management which includes saving and copying documents, storage drives, creating folders and organizing your files. Please bring a flash drive to class.

Excel: Formulas and Functions

When: Saturday, February 04, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Learn to create basic math formulas and take advantage of the many functions Microsoft Excel has to offer including SUM and AVERAGE. To attend this class the student should already have basic spreadsheet experience including data entry, editing and formatting.

Genealogy Interest Group (GIG)

When: Sunday, February 05, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Join our growing community of genealogy enthusiasts as we share experiences and expertise.

Monday 10:30 am Multi-Age Drop-In Storytime (FREE Tickets Required)

When: Monday, February 06, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, stories, puppets & fun with your little one (age 6 and under) during this lively storytime! (Arrive early to avoid disappointment---space is limited!)

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, February 06, 2012 - 3:05 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

8 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com. Cost for 8 week session is $78.00. No class on 1/16/12 or 2/20/12.

Tuesday 9:30 am Drop-In Storytime for 3's & 4's

When: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Three and four-year-olds will enjoy stories, music, movement and more in this 30-min. storytime. Please stop at the Info Desk for a nametag before entering the storytime room.

Tuesday 10:30 am Drop-In Multi-Age Storytime (Tickets Required)

When: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Children will enjoy stories, puppets, music, movement & more during th is 30-min. storytime. (Come early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited!)

Pageturners 3rd & 4th Grade Book Club

When: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Kids in 3rd & 4th Grade, along with an adult, will read and discuss a book (Dec., Jan., Feb.)and do a related, fun activity.

Northwood Acres Homeowners Association

When: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 - 7:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Homeowners meeting

Cary Band Association

When: Wednesday, February 08, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Monthly Band Meeting

Foxford Hills HOA

When: Wednesday, February 08, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Board Meeting

The Joys of Jello

When: Wednesday, February 08, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Did you know that the 2nd week of February is National Jello Week? Cookbook collector Amy Alessio is back and will show how Jello was used in past decades – from lunch meat Jello to vegetable ones while sampling Jello in cups and Jello pudding. She will share some very funny photos with you. All attendees will receive a packet of recipes to take home.

Head Start Storytime

When: Thursday, February 09, 2012 - 9:15 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Half hour story time for visiting Head Start preschoolers.

"Polar Bear Hug" Valentine Drop-In Craft (up to age 6 with adult)

When: Thursday, February 09, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

Drop in anytime during the hours listed to make a huggable polar bear puppet with your child, just in time for Valentine's Day!

Head Start Storytime

When: Thursday, February 09, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Half hour story time for visiting Head Start preschoolers.

Family Storytime

When: Thursday, February 09, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a fun filled storytime-stories, music and more!

Library Board Meeting

When: Thursday, February 09, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Monthly meeting of the Cary Library Board

Happy Needlers

When: Thursday, February 09, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Do you knit, crochet or needlepoint? Don’t let the weather keep you from having fun this winter. Come and socialize with old and new friends at the library on the second Thursday of each month. No registration required.

Staff EReader Training

When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - 5:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

employee training event

Cary Youth Baseball

When: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Umpire Training

Family Storytime

When: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a storytime full of books, music, and lots of fun! For children up to age 6 and an adult caregiver.

Cary Area Writer's Group

When: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

The Cary Area Writer's Group meets two Saturdays a month. The members share a piece of their writing, discuss ways to push their writing further, and more. The existing group is full. Please call the library for information on other local writer groups.

Spice it up!

When: Sunday, February 12, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Patty and Tom Erd, owners of The Spice House in Evanston, have spent their lives as spice merchants in pursuit of the highest quality spices from all around the globe. They will share interesting historical facts, anecdotes and entertaining tales. The Spice House has been written up in Gourmet magazine and recommended by both Rachel Ray and Saveur magazines. All who attend will receive a spice reference catalog and little gift bag with spice samples!

Monday 10:30 am Multi-Age Drop-In Storytime (FREE Tickets Required)

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, stories, puppets & fun with your little one (age 6 and under) during this lively storytime! (Arrive early to avoid disappointment---space is limited!)

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 3:05 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

8 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com. Cost for 8 week session is $78.00. No class on 1/16/12 or 2/20/12.

Cary Barracuda Swim Team Board

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Monthly Board Meeting

Monday Night Writers Group

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Monday night writers group is currently FULL.

Tuesday 9:30 am Drop-In Storytime for 3's & 4's

When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Three and four-year-olds will enjoy stories, music, movement and more in this 30-min. storytime. Please stop at the Info Desk for a nametag before entering the storytime room.

Tuesday 10:30 am Drop-In Multi-Age Storytime (Tickets Required)

When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Children will enjoy stories, puppets, music, movement & more during th is 30-min. storytime. (Come early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited!)

Parent Training Day for Head Start

When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

parent training

A Very Family Valentine

When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Come in for a Family Valentine Storytime.
Stories and a family craft will be enjoyed.

Teen Advisory Board- grades 6-12

When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

TAB members- help make the Family Valentine Storytime a Success!

Special Education Of McHenry County OT/PT

When: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 - 12:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Monthly meeting,group projects

Head Start Parents Meeting

When: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 - 4:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Parent's Meeting

Friends of the Library

When: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 - 7:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Meeting of the Friends of the Library

Mother-Daughter Book Club, Grades 5 & 6

When: Thursday, February 16, 2012 - 7:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

OK, girls, are you ready for some more great reads? Enjoy a chance to read with your mother or other adult female, and then join us for a fun-filled discussion with activities. The book club will meet monthly. Register now at the Information Center and pick up copies of the next book.

K'nex for Grades 4-5-6

When: Friday, February 17, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

Come to the library and help build an amusement park!

Practice ACT and Test Strategies- Part 1

When: Saturday, February 18, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room

On 2/18 take a practice ACT test, return on 2/28 for an analysis of your results and test taking tips. Grades 9-12. Register for 2/18 only.

Lego Club

When: Sunday, February 19, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Sign up for Lego Club on a monthly basis. Each meeting we build around a theme for the day. Come ready to create!

Monday 10:30 am Multi-Age Drop-In Storytime (FREE Tickets Required)

When: Monday, February 20, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, stories, puppets & fun with your little one (age 6 and under) during this lively storytime! (Arrive early to avoid disappointment---space is limited!)

Building with Lincoln Logs Grades 1-2-3

When: Monday, February 20, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Celebrate Presidents Day by having fun building with Lincoln Logs!

Tuesday 9:30 am Drop-In Storytime for 3's & 4's

When: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Three and four-year-olds will enjoy stories, music, movement and more in this 30-min. storytime. Please stop at the Info Desk for a nametag before entering the storytime room.

Tuesday 10:30 am Drop-In Multi-Age Storytime (Tickets Required)

When: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Children will enjoy stories, puppets, music, movement & more during th is 30-min. storytime. (Come early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited!)

Story Explorers--For Grades K-2

When: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Sail the seven seas with Miss Peggy and listen to stories about world famous explorers. You will also enjoy a fun craft or activity related to the stories.

Teen Gaming

When: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Join us to play Brawl, Guitar Hero, and other Wii games. Grades 6-12 only.

Adult Book Discussion

When: Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room South

Fun, entertaining discussion of contemporary fiction, classics, and nonfiction.

Family Storytime

When: Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a fun filled storytime-stories, music and more!

Adult Book Discussion

When: Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Fun, entertaining discussion of contemporary fiction, classics, and nonfiction.

Cary Youth Baseball

When: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Umpire Training

Family Storytime

When: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a storytime full of books, music, and lots of fun! For children up to age 6 and an adult caregiver.

Cary Area Writer's Group

When: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - 12:00 PM
Where: Storytime Room

The Cary Area Writer's Group meets two Saturdays a month. The members share a piece of their writing, discuss ways to push their writing further, and more. The existing group is full. Please call the library for information on other local writer groups.

"Close Encounters of the Chemical Kind"

When: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

This program will WOW your kids with exciting chemical reactions, color changes, gooey Gak, springy superballs and more! A series of fast paced and fun demonstrations that will keep your kids talking about science long after the presentations. Your kids will have a BLAST!

Monday 10:30 am Multi-Age Drop-In Storytime (FREE Tickets Required)

When: Monday, February 27, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, stories, puppets & fun with your little one (age 6 and under) during this lively storytime! (Arrive early to avoid disappointment---space is limited!)

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, February 27, 2012 - 3:05 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

8 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com. Cost for 8 week session is $78.00. No class on 1/16/12 or 2/20/12.

Monday Night Writers Group

When: Monday, February 27, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Monday night writers group is currently FULL.

Tuesday 9:30 am Drop-In Storytime for 3's & 4's

When: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Three and four-year-olds will enjoy stories, music, movement and more in this 30-min. storytime. Please stop at the Info Desk for a nametag before entering the storytime room.

Tuesday 10:30 am Drop-In Multi-Age Storytime (Tickets Required)

When: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Children will enjoy stories, puppets, music, movement & more during th is 30-min. storytime. (Come early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited!)

Practice ACT and Test Strategies- Part 2

When: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Register for Part 1 on 2/18. Take a practice ACT, return on 2/28 for your results and test strategies. Parents welcome on 2/28. Grades 9-12.

Just One Fish

When: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

We will use Dr. Seuss' One Fish, Two Fish as our inspiration to draw and paint a fish in honor of Dr. Seuss's birthday, March 2nd.

Library Closed for Staff Training

When: Friday, March 02, 2012 - 9:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Library is closed from 9am to 1pm for staff training and open 1pm to 5pm.

Computer Basics: Introduction to Windows

When: Saturday, March 03, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

Don’t get left behind in this digital world. It’s never too late to learn. This class will include the basics of mousing, typing, opening programs and navigation within a windows environment. Basic terminology will be covered. All beginners welcome. Prerequisite: None

Excel: Introduction to Spreadsheets

When: Saturday, March 03, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel including how to input data, format, create a formula, save and print. Prerequisite: Must have experience using a computer including using a mouse, typing and navigating a windows environment.

ACT Essay Writing Workshop- grades 9-12

When: Sunday, March 04, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

First write a practice essay. Next learn strategies to improve while your essay is graded. Class limited to 20. Presented by Kaplan.

Monday 10:30 am Multi-Age Drop-In Storytime (FREE Tickets Required)

When: Monday, March 05, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, stories, puppets & fun with your little one (age 6 and under) during this lively storytime! (Arrive early to avoid disappointment---space is limited!)

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, March 05, 2012 - 3:05 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

8 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com. Cost for 8 week session is $78.00. No class on 1/16/12 or 2/20/12.

Jr High Mother Daughter Book Club

When: Monday, March 05, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Join us as we discuss Suzanne Collins' HUNGER GAMES

Tuesday 9:30 am Drop-In Storytime for 3's & 4's

When: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Three and four-year-olds will enjoy stories, music, movement and more in this 30-min. storytime. Please stop at the Info Desk for a nametag before entering the storytime room.

Tuesday 10:30 am Drop-In Multi-Age Storytime (Tickets Required)

When: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Children will enjoy stories, puppets, music, movement & more during th is 30-min. storytime. (Come early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited!)

Intergovernmental Coordinating Group

When: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 - 2:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Quarterly meeting of ICG of Cary.

Pageturners 3rd & 4th Grade Book Club

When: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Kids in 3rd & 4th Grade, along with an adult, will read and discuss a book (Dec., Jan., Feb.)and do a related, fun activity.

Teen Advisory Board- grades 6-12

When: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

TAB members meet to plan our spring activities!

Teen Tech Gaming- Grades 6-12

When: Wednesday, March 07, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Celebrate Teen Tech Week by dropping in to play Brawl, Wii games and board games.

Head Start Storytime

When: Thursday, March 08, 2012 - 9:15 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Half hour story time for visiting Head Start preschoolers.

Head Start Storytime

When: Thursday, March 08, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Half hour story time for visiting Head Start preschoolers.

Family Storytime

When: Thursday, March 08, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a fun filled storytime-stories, music and more!

Library Board Meeting

When: Thursday, March 08, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Monthly meeting of the Cary Library Board

Happy Needlers

When: Thursday, March 08, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Do you knit, crochet or needlepoint? Don’t let the weather keep you from having fun this winter. Come and socialize with old and new friends at the library on the second Thursday of each month. No registration required.

So, You've Found Your German Town of Origin, Now What?

When: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

Join genealogist Teresa McMillin of Lind Street Research as she identifies resources from the other side of the ocean.

Family Storytime

When: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a storytime full of books, music, and lots of fun! For children up to age 6 and an adult caregiver.

Cary Area Writer's Group

When: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

The Cary Area Writer's Group meets two Saturdays a month. The members share a piece of their writing, discuss ways to push their writing further, and more. The existing group is full. Please call the library for information on other local writer groups.

Monday 10:30 am Multi-Age Drop-In Storytime (FREE Tickets Required)

When: Monday, March 12, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, stories, puppets & fun with your little one (age 6 and under) during this lively storytime! (Arrive early to avoid disappointment---space is limited!)

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, March 12, 2012 - 3:05 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

8 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com. Cost for 8 week session is $78.00. No class on 1/16/12 or 2/20/12.

Monday Night Writers Group

When: Monday, March 12, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Monday night writers group is currently FULL.

Hunger Games- Can You Survive?- Grades 6-12

When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 7:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Celebrate the movie release and compete in Hunger games trivia, camouflage face painting, and more! Registration required. Grades 6-12

Hunger Games- Can You Survive?- Grades 6-12

When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 7:00 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Celebrate the movie release and compete in Hunger games trivia, camouflage face painting, and more! Registration required. Grades 6-12

Tuesday 9:30 am Drop-In Storytime for 3's & 4's

When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Three and four-year-olds will enjoy stories, music, movement and more in this 30-min. storytime. Please stop at the Info Desk for a nametag before entering the storytime room.

Tuesday 10:30 am Drop-In Multi-Age Storytime (Tickets Required)

When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Children will enjoy stories, puppets, music, movement & more during th is 30-min. storytime. (Come early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited!)

Story Explorers--For Grades K-2

When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Sail the seven seas with Miss Peggy and listen to stories about world famous explorers. You will also enjoy a fun craft or activity related to the stories.

Teen program to be announced

When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 6:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Teen program to be announced

Whole Grains 101

When: Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

We all want to eat healthier, but who has time? Let Kim Nordin, owner of whEAT REAL share her passion with you. Let her show you how to prepare nutritious food for your family by replacing almost everything white with whole grains. Keep chemicals out of their bodies, save money...... And, the best part is, learn to make food that is delicious. Topics include wheat, spelt, kamut, barley, quinoa, and millet. Participants will go home with lots of recipes, a handout with all the grains and a sample pack to cook with at home. Registration required.

Mother-Daughter Book Club, Grades 5 & 6

When: Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 7:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

OK, girls, are you ready for some more great reads? Enjoy a chance to read with your mother or other adult female, and then join us for a fun-filled discussion with activities. The book club will meet monthly. Register now at the Information Center and pick up copies of the next book.

Lego Club

When: Sunday, March 18, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Check back for details.

Polling Place Setup

When: Monday, March 19, 2012 - 5:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Room is unavailable due to set up for election

Polling Place

When: Tuesday, March 20, 2012 - All Day
Where: Meeting Room

General Election Polling Place

Chef Dave Esau

When: Wednesday, March 21, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Chef David has been in the gourmet restaurant business over 25 years and his resume includes D&J Bistro, Le Titi de Paris and Charlie Trotter's. He will be demonstrating cooking for a spring brunch. Recipes and tastings included. Registration required. Sign up early. This class will fill up fast.

Family Storytime

When: Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a fun filled storytime-stories, music and more!

Family Storytime

When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a storytime full of books, music, and lots of fun! For children up to age 6 and an adult caregiver.

Cary Area Writer's Group

When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

The Cary Area Writer's Group meets two Saturdays a month. The members share a piece of their writing, discuss ways to push their writing further, and more. The existing group is full. Please call the library for information on other local writer groups.

Grandma's Glasses-Ages 4-6 WITH an adult caregiver

When: Monday, March 26, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Sid the Science Kid and Miss Gwen will be doing experiments and learning about vision.

Jazzy Jungle Cats

When: Monday, March 26, 2012 - 2:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Learn a bit about Impressionist artist Henri Rousseau, and create a picture in his signature style.

Starry Night

When: Monday, March 26, 2012 - 3:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Create your own cut paper and paint version of Starry Night and learn about the famous artist Vincent van Gogh.

Monday Night Writers Group

When: Monday, March 26, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Monday night writers group is currently FULL.

"Funny Bunny" Drop-In Craft (up to age 6 with adult)

When: Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE: Drop in this afternoon anytime during the hours listed to make a "Funny Bunny Napkin Holder" with your little one (up to age 6).

Adult Book Discussion

When: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room South

Fun, entertaining discussion of contemporary fiction, classics, and nonfiction.

Dot Art

When: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Georges Seurat, a famous French painter, painted his artwork entirely of dots. Come and try your hand at creating a pointillism painting in the style of Seurat.

Spring Break Origami Workshop- Grades 6-8

When: Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Learn origami projects. Grades 6-8. Materials are provided, registration required.

Adult Book Discussion

When: Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Fun, entertaining discussion of contemporary fiction, classics, and nonfiction.

Pageturners 3rd & 4th Grade Book Club

When: Tuesday, April 03, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Kids in 3rd & 4th Grade, along with an adult, will read and discuss a book (Dec., Jan., Feb.)and do a related, fun activity.

Word: Introduction to Word Processing

When: Saturday, April 07, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

Learn to create, edit, format, save and print documents using Microsoft Word. Prerequisite: Must have experience using a computer including using a mouse, typing and navigating a windows environment.

Cary Area Writer's Group

When: Saturday, April 07, 2012 - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

The Cary Area Writer's Group meets two Saturdays a month. The members share a piece of their writing, discuss ways to push their writing further, and more. The existing group is full. Please call the library for information on other local writer groups.

Introduction to PowerPoint

When: Saturday, April 07, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Learn to design a slideshow using Microsoft PowerPoint. Create and format slides, insert clip art and add slide transitions. Prerequisite: Must have experience using a computer including using a mouse, typing and navigating a windows environment.

Library Closed for Easter

When: Sunday, April 08, 2012 - All Day

The library will be closed on Easter Sunday

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, April 09, 2012 - 3:35 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

5 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com.

Monday Night Writers Group

When: Monday, April 09, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Monday night writers group is currently FULL.

Earth Day Quilling- Grades 6-12

When: Tuesday, April 10, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Learn quilling techniques and create a tree design to celebrate Earth Day.

Crash Course in Filmmaking- Grades 6-12

When: Tuesday, April 10, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Introduction to filmmking for YouTube for teend grades 6-12.

The ABCs of Photo Organization

When: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Is your camera or computer so full of pictures, you don’t even know what you have? Do you have drawers full of loose photos? Join Monica Lee of the Association of Personal Photo Organizers to learn the ABCs of Photo Organizing. She will also address what to do with your old home movies, slides and family memorabilia and how to scan and digitize old photos. Join us and leave inspired with a list of products and resources and be ready to conquer this daunting task.

CCS Interlibrary Loan Group Meeting

When: Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 9:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Interlibrary Loan meeting for members of CCS.

Family Storytime

When: Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a fun filled storytime-stories, music and more!

Library Board Meeting

When: Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Monthly meeting of the Cary Library Board

Happy Needlers

When: Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Do you knit, crochet or needlepoint? Don’t let the weather keep you from having fun this winter. Come and socialize with old and new friends at the library on the second Thursday of each month. No registration required.

Family Storytime

When: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a storytime full of books, music, and lots of fun! For children up to age 6 and an adult caregiver.

Lego Club

When: Sunday, April 15, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Check back for details.

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, April 16, 2012 - 3:35 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

5 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com.

Jr High Mother Daughter Book Club

When: Monday, April 16, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

join us this month as we discuss Marlene Perez' DEAD IS THE NEW BLACK. Please register each participant

Story Explorers--For Grades K-2

When: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Sail the seven seas with Miss Peggy and listen to stories about world famous explorers. You will also enjoy a fun craft or activity related to the stories.

Teen Advisory Board- grades 6-12

When: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Meet to advise the library on programs, prizes and the collection. Snacks served- bring your friends!

Fishy, Fishy in the Brook

When: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Join Miss Gwen for a special storytime related to Earth Day along with a craft.

Mother-Daughter Book Club, Grades 5 & 6

When: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - 7:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

OK, girls, are you ready for some more great reads? Enjoy a chance to read with your mother or other adult female, and then join us for a fun-filled discussion with activities. The book club will meet monthly. Register now at the Information Center and pick up copies of the next book.

Cary Area Writer's Group

When: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

The Cary Area Writer's Group meets two Saturdays a month. The members share a piece of their writing, discuss ways to push their writing further, and more. The existing group is full. Please call the library for information on other local writer groups.

Smoke and Mirrors- Advanced Techniques in Filmmaking- Grades 6-12

When: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 1:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Learn to use different camera angles, lighting and other effects to improve your Y0uTube videos. Grades 6-12, registration required.

Antiques Appraisals

When: Sunday, April 22, 2012 - 1:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Licensed appraiser, dealer and collector, Karl Gates, will discuss antiques and collectibles followed by an evaluation of items brought in by the audience. Limit 1 item per person for appraisal; no stamps, coins or weapons. Registration Required. Adults 16 and older only.

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

When: Monday, April 23, 2012 - 3:35 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

5 week drawing class for ages 6 - 12 years old. Register online at www.youngrembrandts.com.

REALLY Big Flowers

When: Monday, April 23, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

Paint a REALLY big flower in the style of Georgia O'Keeffe!

Monday Night Writers Group

When: Monday, April 23, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Monday night writers group is currently FULL.

Teen Gaming

When: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Join us to play Brawl, Guitar Hero, and other Wii games. Grades 6-12 only.

Adult Book Discussion

When: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - 10:30 AM
Where: Meeting Room South

Fun, entertaining discussion of contemporary fiction, classics, and nonfiction.

"Froggy Friend" Drop-In Craft (up to age 6 with adult)

When: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

PLEASE NOTE TIME (MORNING): Drop in this morning anytime during the hours listed to make a "Froggy Friend" craft, just in time for Spring!

Family Storytime

When: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Join Miss Rose for a fun filled storytime-stories, music and more!

Adult Book Discussion

When: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room South

Fun, entertaining discussion of contemporary fiction, classics, and nonfiction.

Phone Bill Clinic

When: Friday, April 27, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Meeting Room North

The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) will be conducting a free phone-bill clinic. Bring your phone bill (both land line and mobile phone bills welcome) and a CUB expert will sit down with you one on one, explain all the confusing charges and give you money-saving tips. We show many people how to cut their calling costs by about $200 a year. Registration required.