Programs in October

Spooky Stories for All Ages!
Do you know what Spooky gigglers are?
They're stories that get you really scared up to the end...and then you laugh!
Join local storyteller, Terrance McArthur at the Sanger Branch Library on Monday evening October 29, 2007 and Cedar Clinton branch on Tuesday October 30, 2007. Both shows are at 7 PM. Come early to get a good seat.

Scroll below to October 29 and 30th to read more!

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October 02, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers: The University of Hard Bop
Art Blakey was an influential jazz drummer and band leader whose bands from the 1950s through 1990s served as an important training ground for talented young musicians. This program is sponsored by JazzFresno.
Woodward Park
944 East Perrin Avenue, Fresno (559) 433-3135

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October 02, 2007
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Writers Club meets at the Politi Branch Library. Please call 431-6450 for more details.
Politi Branch
5771 North First Street, Fresno, CA 93710. (559) 431-6450

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October 02, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Life After Harry Potter: A Muggle Support Group for Die Hard Fans
Do you want to mourn the loss of all those who didn't survive? Do you want to share your theories about everything left unanswered? Do you want the spirit of Harry Potter to live on for one more night? Food and fun for everyone! Costumes encouraged!
Sunnyside Branch
5566 East Kings Canyon Road, Fresno, CA 93727. (559) 255-6594

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October 03, 2007
10:00 am - 11:00 am
BASIC INTERNET/EMAIL
Learn to search the Internet and sign up your own email account. Pre-registration required.
Gillis Library

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October 04, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Book Discussion: "The God of Small Things"
This book by Arundhati Roy tells the story of Indian fraternal twins and their family's tragedies.
Fig Garden Regional
3071 West Bullard Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711. Phone: (559) 438-4071

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October 08, 2007
All Day
STAFF TRAINING DAY - ALL BRANCHES CLOSED
At All Branches

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October 09, 2007
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Blogging Workshop
Blog yourself or your business on the World Wide Web. Come create your own blog and learn how easy it is to maintain. You will also learn some cool Web tips and tricks. Pre-registration required. Call Electronic Resources Librarian Rochelle Carr at the phone number below to schedule this workshop at any library branch or community organization.
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195 option 5

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October 09, 2007
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Introduction to Blogging
This is an introductory class designed to demonstrate how one create a blog of their own. Students are encouraged to bring in their own photos, or other documents on a flash drive. The class will discuss what blogs are and allow those who attend to put their own blog up on the web.
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195

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October 09, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Town Hall Book Discussion: "The Elephant and the Dragon - The Economic Rise of India and China..."
Dr. Franklin Ng will discuss this non-fiction book by Robin Meredith. This program is presented in conjunction with Michael Mandelbaum's Town Hall lecture on Octobr 17, which will explore "China and India: The Political Burden of the Past, the Economic Promise of the Future". Copies of Robin Meredith's book are available for checkout from the Politi Branch Library.
Politi Branch
(559) 488-3856

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7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Introduction to Blogging
This is an introductory class designed to demonstrate how to create a blog. Participants should bring photos or other documents on a flash drive to use in class. Must be able to use a mouse, have basic Internet skill
Cedar Clinton Branch
4150 East Clinton Avenue, Fresno, CA 93703. Phone: (559) 442-1770

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October 13, 2007
8:15 am - 3:00 pm
Fresno County Genealogical Society Annual Seminar
Woodward Park
944 East Perrin Avenue, Fresno (559) 433-3135

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Teen Read Week
LOL @ your library
October 14-20, 2007

Do you want…no, NEED a good laugh?

The Knuckledraggers, an improv comedy group in the style of “Who’s Line Is It Anyway?” will be performing around the county. Search our program calendar to find out which branches will be laughing the hardest!

Also, check out a funny book from our “Guaranteed Gut-Busting Reads” booklists online or at your local library! The first one you read off the list guarantees you (while supplies last during October 14-20) a free, laugh-inspiring whoopee cushion!

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October 14, 2007
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Billings Non-Fiction Book Club: "The Secret History of the American Empire"
The Billings Non-Fiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month.
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195
Clovis Branch

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October 16, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Mouse Basics
Mouse training for the beginner; you will learn the basic parts of the computer and some basic terminology. No prior experience with computers necessary.
Woodward Park
944 East Perrin Avenue, Fresno (559) 433-3135

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October 16, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Author Talk: Lorie Ham
Local author will discuss her new book "Out of Tune" and share her writing process, the world of gospel music and perhaps sing a few gospel songs.
Sunnyside Branch
5566 East Kings Canyon Road, Fresno, CA 93727. Phone: (559) 255-6594

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11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting Group
Join this "Closely Knit Group" to enjoy the fun of knitting. All skill levels are welcome from beginners to master knitters.
Senior Resource Center
(559) 453-6767

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October 18, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Beginning Microsoft Word
Learn the basics of word processing: how to center, underline, format pages, and save documents to disks and much more. Prerequisite: Must be able to use a mouse.
Woodward Park
944 East Perrin Avenue, Fresno (559) 433-3135

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October 18, 2007
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Get That Job! Interview and Resume Workshop
Career Coach Bernice Kao will provide expert tips to and that dream career opportunity.
Politi Branch
5771 North First Street, Fresno, CA 93710. Phone: (559) 431-6450

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October 21, 2007
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Writing Club
Writers and poets are invited to join this informal group. Participants are encouraged to bring copies of their works to share and discuss in a friendly and supportive environment. The club will be lead by MFA student James Tyner and will occasionally feature local guest speakers. Pre-registration required.
Clovis Branch
1155 Fifth Street, Clovis, CA 93612. Phone: (559) 299-9531

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October 21, 2007
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Mystery Book Club: "Dead Days of Summer"
Join this monthly book discussion group. Come celebrate the group's third anniversary at this meeting with a potluck, games and prizes!
Clovis Branch
1155 Fifth Street, Clovis, CA 93612. Phone: (559) 299-9531

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October 22, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
TYPING SKILLS
Learn to use Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, a typing tutorial that provides lessons and games to improve your computer keying skill. Registration required
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195

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October 22, 2007
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Antique Appraisal Clinic
Kathryn Osterberg Sobelman will appraise your family heirloom or estate sale treasure. One item per person. Estimates are verbal only and are not guaranteed.
Sanger Branch
1812 Seventh Street, Sanger, CA 93657. Phone: (559) 875-2435

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October 22, 2007
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Branching Out Poetry Series: Two Nights with Pablo Medina
Pablo Medina will discuss the poetry of Octavio Paz. The program will open with a musical prelude at 6:30 pm followed by the formal discussion at 7:00 pm.
Woodward Park
944 East Perrin Avenue, Fresno (559) 433-3135

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October 22, 2007
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Mouse Basics for the beginner.
Mouse training for the beginner; you will learn the basic parts of the computer and some basic terminology. You do not need to take this class if you are comfortable using the computer mouse
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195 option 3

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October 23, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Branching Out Poetry Series: Two Nights with Pablo Medina
Pablo Medina will read from his own works of poetry.
Woodward Park
944 East Perrin Avenue, Fresno (559) 433-3135

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October 23, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Friends of the Sunnyside Library Informational Meeting
Join library staff to discuss the possibility of developing a local branch Friends group for the Sunnyside Regional Library.
Sunnyside Regional
(559) 255-6594

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October 24, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
TYPING SKILLS
Learn to use Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, a typing tutorial that provides lessons and games to improve your computer keying skill. Registration required
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195 5

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October 25, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Beginning E-mail
Learn to set up and use FREE web e-mail. Prerequisites: Must be able to use a mouse, have basic Internet skill, and be at least 18 years of age.
Woodward Park
944 East Perrin Avenue, Fresno (559) 433-3135

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October 25, 2007
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Basic Email
If you’ve never had an email account before take this class to learn how to communicate online using a web-based email provider. Must be able to use a mouse and have basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Sunnyside Branch
5566 East Kings Canyon Road, Fresno, CA 93727. (559) 255-6594

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October 25, 2007
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Basic Salsa Dance
Learn basic Salsa dancing and move with the rhythms of Latin music with instructor Carlos Estrada. No partner needed and all ages welcome! Pre-registration required.
Gillis Branch
(559) 225-0140

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October 25, 2007
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fundamentos de Computadora y el Ratón Para el Principiante (en Español)
Entrenamiento del Ratón Para el Principiante. Usted aprenderá las partes básicas de la computadora y cierta terminología básica. Usted no necesita tomar este curso si sabe como usar el ratón. Registracion requerida
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno
488-3195

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October 25, 2007
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The book discussion group at the Kingsburg Library will be discussing, "Espresso Tales"
For more information, call 598-3710.
Kingsburg Branch
(559) 897-3710

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October 27, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
REFERENCE USA
Learn how to prepare business and organization lists by location and/or line of work. Find people by name, address, or phone number. Prerequisite: Must be able to use a mouse. Contact the instructor, Louise Richardson, 488-3195, Option 5, to arrange, at any library branch, individual or group hands-on discussion of Morningstar.com, Reference USA, or general online business information.
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195option 3

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October 28, 2007
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club
Meet others who enjoy sci-fi and fantasy books. Group meets the fourth Sunday of each month. Space is limited.
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195
Clovis Branch

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October 29, 2007
7-8PM
Spooky stories for all ages! Spooky gigglers, traditional tales, modern urban legends, and a sing along, will make you shiver with fright and shake with laughter, as librarian/storyteller Terrance McArthur takes you on a tour from the Outer Limits to the Twilight Zone!
Sanger Branch
1812 Seventh Street, Sanger
875-2435

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October 30, 2007
7-8PM
Join local storyteller Terrance McArthur for Spooky stories for all ages! Cedar Clinton Branch Library
4150 East Clinton Avenue, Fresno
442-1770

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October 29, 2007
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Correo Electrónico (en Español
Aprenda usar y establecer su cuenta de correo electrónico. Prerrequisito: Saber usar el ratón.
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno
488-3195

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October 30, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Mouse Basics
Mouse training for the beginner; you will learn the basic parts of the computer and some basic terminology. No prior experience with computers necessary.
Woodward Park Regional
433-3135

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October 30, 2007
9:30 am - 11:30 am
BASIC WEB E-MAIL
Learn to set up and use FREE web e-mail. Prerequisite: Must be able to use a mouse and have basic Internet skills. Registration required
Central Library
2420 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Phone: (559) 488-3195

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Heirlooms, Letters from a peach farmer
by David 'Mas' Masumoto
October 30, 2007
6:30-7:30 pm
Auberry Library
33049 Auberry Road, Auberry
855-8523










Heirlooms, Letters from a peach farmer

by David 'Mas' Masumoto
October 26, 2007
2:00-3:00 pm
Fig Garden Regional Library
3071 W. Bullard, Fresno
438-4071