Events for Feb 7 - 13

THE HEART GALLERY EXHIBIT
Date: Up the whole month of February
Time: All Day
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: VIEWING AREA--1ST FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: EXHIBIT
Description: The Heart Gallery of Metro Orlando is an innovative gallery-style photo exhibit that features some of the foster children available for adoption in central Florida.

This touching traveling exhibit raises awareness of the critical need for more foster and adoptive parents. It display each child with a large artistic portrait and includes information about each child's needs and interests.

The Heart Gallery of Metro Orlando is a program of Family Services of Metro Orlando and the State of Florida Department of Children and Families. Family Services of Metro Orlando is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to bringing people together to create possibilities for children and families living in Osceola and Orange Counties.

Did you know that Central Florida is second in the nation in numbers of abused and neglected children? Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these children!

Visit the Family Services of Metro Orlando website.

GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING
Date: Sunday, February 07, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Explore the past to appreciate the present by joining the Genealogy Club of Osceola County! Everyone is invited to attend the meetings and become a member. Interested in family history or the rich stories that accompany it- then join the Genealogy Club! The club also researches and assists with genealogy research, family backgrounds, and the historical significance of locales. Visit the website for the Genealogy Club of Osceola County

DUCT TAPE VALENTINE PROJECT
Date: Monday, February 08, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: Bring friends and join in the fun of making a duct tape valentine project.

MOONLIGHT STORIES PRESENTED BY ORISIRISI AFRICAN FOLKLORE
Date: Monday, February 08, 2010
Time: 4:30 PM and
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY and POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: OPEN SPACE--1ST FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL and OPEN SPACE--POINCIANA BRANCH
Event Type: FAMILY EVENT
Description: Special presenters Don and Tutu Harrell will present an interactive and fun storytelling program that incorporates the African tradition of audience participation, including a fun-filled call and response, songs, mesmerizing African drums & dance, games and much more.

Meet Aja Ati liapa (dog and turtle), the "Three Birds and the Hen," the "Wolf and the Three Kids," and many more unforgettable characters as OrisiRisi African Folklore spins yarns of tales that none will soon forget!

OrisiRisi has received critical acclaim far and wide for their unique, African-rooted, educational and entertaining presentations. With varied African Art, Orisirisi imparts different kinds of folk-knowledge and experiences for the audience.

Henbilu Tutu Harrell, a graduate of Crown college of London, England, is an extraordinarily talented storyteller and dancer who has dedicated herself to sharing the rich cultural heritage of her ancestry.

Don Harrell is a versatile veteran of stage and screen productions who holds a Masters degree in Theatre Arts from The Institute of African Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, and has furthered his studies at the University of Ghana, Legon Ghana.

USING THE INTERNET
Date: Monday, February 08, 2010
Time: 6:30 PM
Library: BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: COMPUTER WORKSHOP
Description: New to the Web? Learn how to type web addresses and bookmark your favorites. Explore the Internet and search for great web sites. Level 2
Instructor: LIBRARY STAFF

TODDLER TALES
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY; VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL; THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Walkers from 18-36 months are invited to dance, sing, do finger-plays, and listen to great stories. These storytimes help encourage emerging language skills.

GENEALOGY RESEARCH AND ASSISTANCE
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description:Receive research help from the experts! Volunteering members from the Genealogy Club of Osceola County will assist with genealogy research. Visit the Genealogy Lab on the first floor of the Hart Memorial Central Library for friendly, family research advice & help.
Visit the Genealogy Club of Osceola County's website.

BOOK CLUB CHOICE: THE LOVELY BONES BY ALICE SEBOLD
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: BOOK CLUB
Description: Summary: Looking down from heaven, 14-year-old Susie Salmon recounts her murder and watches her family as they cope with their grief and "the lovely bones" growing around her absence. Come for a lively discussion.

CUPID CAPERS PRESCHOOL ROCKIN' READERS & CRAFT
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY; VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL; THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Preschoolers and their grownups are invited to theme-based storytimes geared for the interests and development stages of three-five year old. Join in songs, flannel board stories rhymes, and books-of course! This interactive program builds early literacy skills. Feature Craft: Lots of Heart Wand.

MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 1:30 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Join this big ol' fun storytime for toddlers and preschoolers. A mixture of favorite stories, songs, and fingerplays geared for toddlers and preschoolers will delight & entertain!

BÁSICO DE COMPUTADORAS
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: TECHNOLOGY TRAINING LAB--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: COMPUTER WORKSHOP
Description: Aprenda los componentes de la computadora. Comience a dominar el teclado y sobrepase el miedo al ratón. Esto y mucho más aprenderá en esta clase. Nivel 1

KIDZ KABOOM
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH; HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL; LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Hey Kids! Imaginations go KABOOM in this afterschool program for 1st to 5th graders. Investigations, exploration and creativity skills are the only things needed to join in this fun program series. A different theme is featured each month for cool activities, stories, games, crafts, and more.

MOONLIGHT STORIES PRESENTED BY ORISIRISI AFRICAN FOLKLORE
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH; BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: OPEN AREA--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL; OPEN SPACE--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: FAMILY EVENT
Description: Special presenters Don and Tutu Harrell will present an interactive and fun storytelling program that incorporates the African tradition of audience participation, including a fun-filled call and response, songs, mesmerizing African drums & dance, games and much more.

Meet Aja Ati liapa (dog and turtle), the "Three Birds and the Hen," the "Wolf and the Three Kids," and many more unforgettable characters as OrisiRisi African Folklore spins yarns of tales that none will soon forget!

OrisiRisi has received critical acclaim far and wide for their unique, African-rooted, educational and entertaining presentations. With varied African Art, Orisirisi imparts different kinds of folk-knowledge and experiences for the audience.

Henbilu Tutu Harrell, a graduate of Crown college of London, England, is an extraordinarily talented storyteller and dancer who has dedicated herself to sharing the rich cultural heritage of her ancestry.

Don Harrell is a versatile veteran of stage and screen productions who holds a Masters degree in Theatre Arts from The Institute of African Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, and has furthered his studies at the University of Ghana, Legon Ghana.

TODDLER TALES
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY; BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH; MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Walkers from 18-36 months are invited to dance, sing, do finger-plays, and listen to great stories. These storytimes help encourage emerging language skills.

CUPID CAPERS PRESCHOOL ROCKIN' READERS & CRAFT
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY; BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH; MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Preschoolers and their grownups are invited to theme-based storytimes geared for the interests and development stages of three-five year old. Join in songs, flannel board stories rhymes, and books-of course! This interactive program builds early literacy skills. Feature Craft: Lots of Heart Wand.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PC
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: TECHNOLOGY TRAINING LAB--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: COMPUTER WORKSHOP
Description: Take the fear and mystery out of using computers with this introductory class. Discover the parts of the computer, how to use the mouse, and more. Level 1

KIDZ KABOOM
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Time: 2:30 PM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY; BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH; MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Hey Kids! Imaginations go KABOOM in this afterschool program for 1st to 5th graders. Investigations, exploration and creativity skills are the only things needed to join in this fun program series. A different theme is featured each month for cool activities, stories, games, crafts, and more.

DUCT TAPE VALENTINE PROJECT
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Time: 2:30 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description:Bring friends and join in the fun of making a duct tape valentine project.

"FADE" BOOK CLUB
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Time: 3:30 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: Love the "Wake" series by Lisa McMann? Join the club! In preparation for the final book to be released on February 9, the group will read the first two books and talk about them. For this meeting, members will read "Fade" and receive the brand-new "Gone" to read for the next meeting.

STARS
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Time: 5:00 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: *Student Teens Advising Rookie Students* Students in grades K-8 are welcome to show up for a free tutoring session with a teen advisor. Sign up sheets will be available at the beginning of the program.

DUCT TAPE VALENTINE PROJECT
Date: Thursday, February 11, 2010
Time: 3:30 PM
Library: BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description:Bring friends an d join in the fun of making a duct tape valentine project.

GENEALOGY RESEARCH AND ASSISTANCE
Date: Thursday, February 11, 2010
Time: 7:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Receive research help from the experts! Volunteering members from the Genealogy Club of Osceola County will assist with genealogy research. Visit the Genealogy Lab on the first floor of the Hart Memorial Central Library for friendly, family research advice & help. Visit the website for the Genealogy Club of Osceola County.

MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME
Date:Friday, February 12, 2010
Time:10:15 AM and 11:00 AM
Library:WEST OSCEOLA BRANCH LIBRARY
Location:OPEN AREA--WEST OSCEOLA
Event Type:CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Age Group:
Description:Join this big ol' fun storytime for toddlers and preschoolers. A mixture of favorite stories, songs, and fingerplays geared for toddlers and preschoolers will delight & entertain.
Instructor:LIBRARY STAFF
Registration Required:NO

CORREO ELECTRÓNICO
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: COMPUTER WORKSHOP
Description: Aprenda los conceptos básicos del correo electrónico. Como abrir su cuenta, enviar mensajes, documentos adjuntos y otros. Nivel 1

MICROSOFT PUBLISHER
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Library: BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: COMPUTER WORKSHOP
Description: Ever wanted to create your own greeting cards? How about publish your own newsletter? Learn how by using the different templates, color schemes, and layouts available in Microsoft Publisher to create simple publications such as cards, flyers, brochures, newsletter, and much more.

PAWS TO READ
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time:2:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: ROSEADA ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: FAMILY EVENT
Description: It's a Dog Day afternoon in the Library! Read to Cassie and Januz, big lovable pups who love listening to a good story! Graduates of the R.E.A.D. program, Reading Education Assistance Dogs, Cassie and Januz and their handlers have been certified in pet therapy. Parents need to sign a release form, and pre-registration opens three weeks prior to the program and is strongly encouraged as spots are limited. Pre-register by visiting or calling the Library at 407.742.8888. Customers may also pre-register online by clicking on the detailed description of this event and submitting their information.

SUPER SATURDAY CINEMA: BRIGHT STARS
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time: 3:30 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: "One of the most deeply moving romantic films in memory," (LA Times)In the wilds of 19th Century England, a forbidden passion draws two people ever closer- even as fate conspires to tear them apart. Go to a world where, though life may be fleeting, great art- and great love_last forever. Let this sparkling gem of romance illuminate your heart.
Bright Star is based on the true story of undying love between John Keats and his spiritual muse, Fanny Brawne. Get "swept up on waves of ravishing romance" (Rolling Stone)in this 119 minute film. This film is rated PG: Parental Guidance suggested, some material may not be suitable for children.

CUPID CAPERS FAMILY FUN JAM
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: ROSEADA ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: FAMILY EVENT
Description: Bring the entire family to make a fun and cute craft for your love ones.