Osceola Library News

Facebook 101

2012-01-27T08:00:00.000-05:00

Join your friends and family on this social networking website by signing up for a free account. Learn how to create your profile, find friends, upload pictures, play fun apps, and make your account safe and secure. Level 2

Join us January 30 at the Veterans Memorial Library St. Cloud Branch at 2:00 p.m. Click here to register.

Click here for a list of other computer workshops available at your local library!

Jammy Jamboree

2012-01-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

Come in your PJ's and bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library for a fun story time and craft activity.

Join us on January 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Poinciana Library.

Check out these other events that are fun for the whole family!

Preschool Rockin' Readers

2012-01-14T15:47:00.002-05:00

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.

Join us January 18 at the Buenaventura Lakes Branch Library at 11:00 a.m.

Click here to see other events for kids at your local library!

Exhibition: Literacy Through Art "Fables, Folk Tales, Legends, & Myths"

2011-12-16T08:00:00.000-05:00

The Osceola Library System and School District of Osceola County are pleased to present the 8th annual Exhibition Literacy through Art. Enjoy the artistic talents of many hardworking and gifted students, and their teachers, who live in Osceola County.

This year's theme of "Fables, Folk Tales, Legends, & Myths" must include the original pieces of student created art that reflects a scene, character, or idea from a book classified in one of these genres.

Don’t miss this special exhibit created by Osceola County's very special artists! It's on display at the Hart Memorial Central Library until January 9.

Holiday Extravaganza

2011-12-13T08:00:00.001-05:00

While parents finish up last-minute holiday errands, the Library's elves will keep kids busy with a fun-filled afternoon: making presents in Santa's Workshop, being entertained by special performers, watching Holiday G-rated movies, and more!

This special drop-off event is for kids in 1st-5th grades only! Legal guardians complete a permission slip and show photo ID at drop-off and pick-up. Pre-registration is required. Please click here to register.

Join us on Saturday, December 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library.

Holiday craft for adults!

2011-12-10T08:00:00.000-05:00

Holiday Recycled Crafts
Just in time for the holidays, have fun creating a Christmas Tree and Angel out of recycled materials. Click below for dates, times and locations.

Click here to register!

Check out these reference ebooks!

2011-12-03T11:04:00.004-05:00

Check out the great reference eBooks from the Gale Virtual Reference Library. Type in a keyword in the box above and it the go symbol next the text box to give it a try.

To access this database from our website, go to:

www.osceolalibrary.org
Mouse over the Research tab and click on the Databases link.
Scroll to the Encyclopedias, Reference Resources & Law section
Click on Gale Virtual Reference Library. You will need your Library card number to log in from home.

For more information about GVRL, watch this tutorial.

Watercolor Workshop with Maria Barry

2011-12-03T08:00:00.000-05:00

Ever thought about taking a watercolor class? No artistic abilities, experience, or supplies needed. Just bring a great attitude and the curiosity to learn. Everyone will find this a rewarding and relaxing learning experience with local professional artist, Maria Barry.

PLEASE PRE-REGISTER! SPACE IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 15 PEOPLE. Click the links below to register online, or call 407-742-8888

Dates:
Hart Memorial Central Library - Tuesday, December 6 at 4:00 p.m.
Hart Memorial Central Library - Tuesday, December 13 at 4:00 p.m.

Another Book Sale!

2011-11-27T08:00:00.000-05:00

Get a second chance at purchasing quality, gently used books at this book sale event sponsored by the Friends of the Osceola Library System!

Join us at the Hart Memorial Central Library during the following dates and times:

Thursday, December 1 at 1:00 pm - Open only to Osceola Library Card holders and Friends of the Library Members. Cash only.
Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3 - Starting at 9:00 am, these two days are open to the public.

Music in the Library: Chestnut Elementary Band

2011-11-26T08:00:00.000-05:00

Bring in the Holiday Season with music of 13 talented elementary students composing the Chestnut Elementary Band. Directed and taught by Ms. Naranja, don't miss this chance to support the hard work and efforts of local school children!

Join us Tuesday, November 29 at 5:45 pm at the Poinciana Library.

Book Sale!

2011-11-15T08:00:00.001-05:00

Visit the Poinciana Branch Library for a Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Poinciana Branch Library

Find the best deal in town:

$2 per hardcover
.50 cents per paperback
Cash only, please!

Spend $2 to purchase a Friends of the Library Bag to carry home all your treasures!

This is a great opportunity for the public to purchase quality, gently used books and support the Library System.

Join us Friday and Saturday, November 18-19 from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

It's Story time!

2011-11-09T10:00:00.000-05:00

Here's a list of story times available for kids:

Baby and Me
Children birth to 18 months
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Wednesdays at 9:15 am

Toddler Tales
Children ages 18 -36 months
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesdays at 10:00 am
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Wednesdays at 10:00 am
■ Poinciana Library - Wednesdays at 10:00 am
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Thursdays at 10:00 am

PreSchool Rockin’ Readers
Children ages 3 - 5 years old
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesdays at 11:00 am
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Wednesdays at 11:00 am
■ Poinciana Library - Wednesdays at 11:00 am
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Thursdays at 11:00 am

Mother Goose Storytime
Toddlers and preschoolers
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesdays at 1:30 pm
■ West Osceola Library - Fridays at 10:30 am

Teen Pokemon Day

2011-11-07T08:00:00.000-05:00

Teens, visit the Library and bring Pokemon games, cards, equipment and all accessories needed for an awesome day of Pokemon! If there's enough interest, a tournament will be set up.

Join us at the Veterans Memorial Library on Thursday, November 10 at 3:00 p.m.

Osceola Friends of the Library Meeting

2011-11-05T08:00:00.000-04:00

Friends of the Library help to make it possible for everyone to enjoy the privileges of information access, entertainment, and education found in a great library system. Join the Osceola Friends today and help support your local library!

Click here for more information about Friend's Groups

Come to the meeting at the Hart Memorial Central Library, Tuesday, November 8 at 11:00 a.m.

Get Coupon Savy

2011-11-02T08:00:00.000-04:00

Learn how to use coupons to maximize your dollars when buying groceries and personal care items. Don't miss this great class presented by county Extension Services.

Join us!
Saturday, November 5, 2011, 10:00am - noon
Hart Memorial Library

Please click here to pre-register

Save Your Home

2011-10-29T08:00:00.000-04:00

Want to learn how to save your home and prevent foreclosure? Don't miss this great seminar presented by county extension services.

Join us at the Buenaventura Lakes Library on Tuesday, November 1 at 2:00 p.m.

Please click here to pre-register.

Library Advisory Board Meeting

2011-10-23T14:39:00.001-04:00

The Osceola County Library Advisory Board is scheduled to hold a special meeting on:

Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 6:00 P.M.
Hart Memorial Central Library
211 East Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, FL 34741

This meeting is open to the public. LSSI will present its plan for privatizing the Osceola Library System if awarded the contract.

Fun and Festive Halloween Parties!

2011-10-05T08:00:00.003-04:00

Join the party fun at your local library!

Pumpkin Patch Party
This non-scary, non-Halloween event is complete with fall games, harvest crafts, and Pumpkin Bingo. No monsters allowed!

■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Saturday, October 8 at 1:30 pm

Halloween Costume Party
"Boos" and "Ghouls" are invited to trick-or-treat through the Library, make a craft and enjoy The Wondermakers!

■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Tuesday, October 18 at 6:30 pm
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Thursday, October 20 at 6:30 pm
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesday, October 25 at 6:30 pm
■ Poinciana Library - Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30 pm

HalloTeen Party
Dress up in costume and visit the Library to make a mask and enjoy special activities. "Ghoul" be dying to attend - Mwa ha ha!

■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Monday, October 24 at 6:30 pm
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Thursday, October 27 at 6:30 pm

Library eBooks are Now Available for Kindle!

2011-09-23T16:36:00.001-04:00

The Osceola Library System is excited to announce that its eBook collection is now compatible with the world’s bestselling eBook reader, the Amazon® Kindle. Patrons can now download popular and classic eBooks to a Kindle device or any mobile device running the free Kindle app, such as iPhone®, iPad®, Android™, and more. To get started, visit http://overdrive.osceolalibrary.org.

The Osceola Library System also offers eBooks and audiobooks for use on a PC or Mac computer and popular mobile devices such as a Smartphone, MP3 player, and eBook reader like the Barnes & Noble® Nook™ and Sony® Reader.

Kindle users can browse the Osceola Library System’s collection of bestselling and classic eBooks from a PC or Mac computer, check out titles using a library card, and select “Get for Kindle” to deliver eBooks to their Kindle device or any device running the free Kindle app. Users who enjoy eBooks on Kindle will benefit from Amazon’s Whispersync technology that synchronizes notes, highlights and last page read between their Kindle and free Kindle apps.
Visit the library’s website to download eBooks for your Kindle: http://overdrive.osceolalibrary.org.

The library is anticipating a high demand for eBooks, so patrons are encouraged to take advantage of the Always Available eBooks with no need for holds. The library will continue to build its eBook collection so keep checking back for more titles.

Osceola Library System partners with OverDrive, Inc. (www.overdrive.com), a global leader in eBook distribution for libraries and schools, to offer this service.

Community Blood Drive

2011-09-20T10:34:00.000-04:00

Be a HERO & Save three lives by Donating Blood with the Osceola Library System!!

EVERY donor receives an iron check, blood pressure screening and pulse check. Five business days after donating each donor will be able receive their blood type and cholesterol reading by contacting the Community Blood Centers of Central Florida online at www.cbcsf.org or by telephone at 1.800.357.4483

YOU Can Save Lives on the Following Date:
Friday, September 23rd from 1pm to 6pm @ Buenaventura Lakes Branch Library

For additional information regarding Blood Donation please call Alicia @ 407-453-2836 or visit www.cbcsf.org.

A.B.E. (Adult Basic Education) Class

2011-09-15T08:00:00.000-04:00

One out of every five Central Florida adults reads at or below 5th grade level. Here's a chance to help expand the world, one page at a time by joining the Adult Basic Education Class as a participant or as a much needed literacy tutor.

Taught by Kinisha Rice, from the Adult Literacy League, new attendees are welcomed and encouraged-- as are potential tutor volunteers. Stop by, observe the class, and talk with Kinisha afterwards for more details.

This class is made possible via a partnership between the Adult Literacy League and the Osceola Library System. Library programs are free and open to the public.

More information is available by contacting the Library's Programming Department (407.742.8888) or by calling the Adult Literacy League (407.422.1540)

Classes are Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library

Learn about the computer at the library!

2011-09-12T08:00:00.000-04:00

The Library offers a variety of FREE computer classes. Sign up for one today! You can sign up online, over the phone, or ask Library staff to help you the next time you visit the Library.

To see what we have available, click here. Mouse over a class to see a description. Click on the name of the class and fill out the form to sign up.

Tips:

When you sign up, if you give your email address, you'll get an email reminder the day before the class.
Don't see a class that will help you? Try the computer instruction databases or Book a Librarian.

Download free music from Freegal!

2011-09-09T08:00:00.000-04:00

The Osceola Library System is offering free music through the Freegal Music Service. Download up to 3 songs a week. For FREE! Click the link above and enter your 13 digit library card number and pin. Don't know your pin number? Click here

Please note that your Library Card has to be in good standing. Blocked or expired cards cannot access this service.

New selections are added every week, from Kreayshawn, Aerosmith, Casey James, Passion Pit, Leona Lewis, and more!

Digital Audiobooks on EBSCOhost

2011-09-06T08:00:00.000-04:00

EBSCO offers a premium collection of high-quality audiobook titles on EBSCOhost that are compatible with virtually every portable audio device, giving users 24/7 access to audiobooks from the library, at home or on the go.

What do you need? A active Library card to log on from home, and once logged on, a user account, which you can create in the comfort of your own home.

To access the audiobooks, go here.

For more information about system requirements and the software needed to download, click here

Download Audiobooks and eBooks, Anytime, Anywhere

2011-08-30T14:36:00.004-04:00

Osceola Library System is proud to offer you best-selling and classic audiobooks and eBooks available 24/7 from the library’s website, http://overdrive.osceolalibrary.org

You can browse the collection, check out with your library card, and download to PC, Mac®, and many mobile devices. To get started, you will need to install free software. For audiobooks, music, and video: OverDrive® Media Console™. To read eBooks, you’ll need Adobe® Digital Editions. Titles can be enjoyed immediately or transferred to a variety of devices, including iPod®, Sony® Reader™, and many others. Some audio titles can also be burned to CD to listen on-the-go. Titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period. There are no late fees!

With hundreds of popular fiction and non-fiction titles to choose from, the new collection is guaranteed to have something for everyone. You can download best-selling novels, well-known classics, self-improvement guides, and much more.

This new service, powered by OverDrive, is free with your library card. To get started downloading audiobooks, and eBooks, visit http://overdrive.osceolalibrary.org

Kid Space School Resources

2011-08-25T08:00:00.000-04:00

Kids are back to school this week, which means the return of school projects! If you need resources for your kids, check out this page of the Osceola Library's Kid Space website. It has pathfinders, resources for parents and teachers, and links to research databases for kids.

Don't forget! You can contact a Librarian for help for the those projects.

English as a Second Language (E.S.O.L.) Classes

2011-08-22T08:00:00.000-04:00

Presented in partnership by the Osceola Library System and Adult Literacy League, this weekly two hour course requires pre-registration. Check the online event calendar, a class is scheduled every Monday at the Hart Memorial Central Library from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. You can register for the class on the event calendar.

More information is available by contacting the Library's Programming Department (407.742.8888) or by calling the Adult Literacy League (407.422.1540)

A.B.E. (Adult Basic Education) Class

2011-08-17T08:00:00.000-04:00

Have a question?

2011-08-15T15:19:00.002-04:00

The Library is here to answer all your questions! Call, email, chat with us online, or walk into the Library to speak to a Librarian in person. You can also reserve 30 minutes of a Librarian's time to help you with your informational or computer needs.

Visit the Ask a Librarian page to find out more.

Community Blood Drive

2011-08-12T08:00:00.001-04:00

Be a HERO & Save three lives by Donating Blood with the Osceola Library System!

EVERY donor receives an iron check, blood pressure screening and pulse check. Five business days after donating each donor will be able receive their blood type and cholesterol reading by contacting the Community Blood Centers of Central Florida online at www.cbcsf.org or by telephone at 1.800.357.4483

For additional information regarding Blood Donation please call Alicia @ 407-453-2836 or visit www.cbcsf.org

■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Monday, August 15 from 1pm - 6pm

How to Start Your Own Business Seminar

2011-08-10T08:00:00.000-04:00

Presented in partnership by the Osceola Library System and the Small Business Development Center at UCF in Kissimmee, This FREE ninety minute session is designed to help entrepreneurs understand what it takes to start a business. Topics include business plans, legal forms, and licensing requirements. Participants are invited to set up one-on-one counseling sessions immediately following the seminar.

Join us Tuesday, September 13 at the Buenaventura Lakes Library at 10:00 am

Pre-registration is required. Please call the SBDC at 407.847.2452 to preregister or register by contacting the Library: 407.742.8888, in person, or online.

Renew your materials from home!

2011-08-08T08:00:00.000-04:00

Did you know that you can check your account and renew your materials from home?

Go to www.osceolalibrary.org and mouse over the My Account Tab on the left. Click on it and it will take you to the e-Library. Click on the links to renew your materials, change your pin, or view your account. Don't know your User ID or Pin? Your User ID is the 13 digit number on the back of your library card. Your default pin is changeme. Remember to change your pin number! It's better security for you in case you lose your library card.

Not comfortable online? Call the Library and renew your materials over the phone. 407-742-8888

How to Start Your Own Business Seminar

2011-08-06T08:00:00.000-04:00

Hart Memorial Central Library - Tuesday, August 9 at 10:00 a.m.

Pre-registration is required. Please call the SBDC at 407.847.2452 to preregister or register by contacting the Library: 407.742.8888, in person, or online.

Digital Cameras: Beyond the Basics

2011-08-03T16:17:00.002-04:00

Your computer is full of all these digital photos--now what do you do with them? Amaze your friends and neighbors by learning the basics of how to manipulate or improve your photos, then upload and share your photos with others on the Internet. Level 3

Requirements: Attendance at Basic of Digital Cameras class OR previous use of digital cameras and experience with computers and the Internet.

Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Saturday, August 6 at 2:00 p.m.

Painting Workshops

2011-07-25T08:00:00.000-04:00

Ever thought about taking a watercolor class? No artistic abilities, experience, or supplies needed. Just bring a great attitude and the curiosity to learn. Everyone will find this a rewarding and relaxing learning experience with local professional artist, Maria Barry.

Please register by clicking the links below.

■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Monday, July 25 at 4:00 pm
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Friday, July 29 at 1:30 pm
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Friday, July 29 at 4:00 pm

The Three Armadillies Tuff

2011-07-22T08:00:00.000-04:00

One never knows what will happen when these three armadillie sillies get together. Join in the fun of this hilarious story, and stick around afterwards to make a cool water bottle holder perfect for this summer.

■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Monday, July 25 at 10:00 am
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Monday, July 25 at 3:00 pm
■ Poinciana Library - Thursday, July 28 at 10:00 am
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Thursday, July 28 at 3:00 pm

Want to learn more about the book? Go here. Or play armadillie games here!

eReader Exploration

2011-07-15T08:34:00.000-04:00

Sign up to explore the Kindle, Nook Color, Kobo and Sony Reader. The Library will show you how to use the eReader of your choice. After class, learn how you can borrow an eReader from the library for further discovery. Did you receive an eReader as a gift and want some help using it? Bring it to class! Set sail on a voyage to discover new technology and the possible future of libraries.

3:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 19 at the Poinciana Library

Couponing Basics with Kelly

2011-07-15T08:00:00.000-04:00

Want to save some extra money in these hard economic times? Come to the Basics of Couponing! Learn different store policies, how to stack coupons, get the best deals, and put some extra money in your wallet!! Please click one of the links below to register for the class.

Dates and Times:

Summer Reading Program with Page Turner Adventures

2011-07-10T08:00:00.002-04:00

Come to the Library for a one of a kind interactive show as Page Turner Adventures presents their original story, "The Great Pizza Contest."

10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 13 at the Hart Memorial Central Library
3:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 13 at the Poinciana Library

Hey teens! Looking for something to do this summer?

2011-07-09T08:41:00.000-04:00

Check out the following events in July going on at your local Library! Call the Library 407.742.8888 and ask to speak to the Teen Librarian for more information.

Summer Reading in Europe
Enjoy the endless possibilities of building with Legos!
■ PC Tuesday, 12 at 11:00 am
■ HMC Tuesday, 12 at 3:00 pm
■ VMSC Wednesday, 13 at 11:00 am
■ BVL Wednesday, 13 at 3:00 pm

Got 2 Game
Game on with Wii and Playstation II systems. Bring games and challenge friends to rounds of Super Smash Bros Brawl, Rock Band, and more!
■ BVL Thursday, 14 at 2:00 pm

Summer Reading in Asia
Fold origami, design a paper fan, watch anime, and even write a haiku!
■ PC Tuesday, 19 at 11:00 am
■ HMC Tuesday, 19 at 3:00 pm
■ VMSC Wednesday, 20 at 11:00 am
■ BVL Wednesday, 20 at 3:00 pm

Teen Movie Afternoon
Bring friends and snacks to watch a movie on the Library's big screen!
■ PC Monday, 25 at 2:00 pm
■ VMSC Thursday, 28 at 2:00 pm

Summer Reading in Australia
The World of Wildlife visits the Library with a live show!
■ PC Tuesday, 26 at 11:00 am
■ HMC Tuesday, 26 at 3:00 pm
■ VMSC Wednesday, 27 at 11:00 am
■ BVL Wednesday, 27 at 3:00 pm

Kobo available

2011-07-07T15:51:00.002-04:00

Try before you buy! Check out an eReader from the library for a week for FREE! Two Kobos are available now. Click here to place one on hold.

Contact the Library for more information.

E.S.O.L. English as a Second Language

2011-07-07T10:30:00.000-04:00

Presented in partnership by the Osceola Library System and Adult Literacy League, this weekly two hour course requires pre-registration.

More information is available by contacting the Library's Programming Department (407.742.8888) or by calling the Adult Literacy League (407.422.1540)

Show me the Money! - How to Finance Your Business

2011-07-05T17:00:00.000-04:00

Are you interested in obtaining a loan for your business? Not sure how to proceed? Then don't miss this great opportunity to gain a wealth of information from the Small Business Development Center as a representative from the U.S. Small Business Administration and a local lender discuss SBA guaranteed loans, preparing for loans, and the available resources to help with the process.

10:30 a.m. - Thursday, July 7 at the Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library

This seminar is made possible through Partnership of the Osceola Library System and Small Business Development Center. Please pre-register online or by calling the Small Business Development Center at 407.847.2452.

Love Plants and Gardening?

2011-06-20T08:00:00.002-04:00

Then these programs might appeal to you!

Planning a Water Garden
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Thursday, June 23 at 3:00 pm
Ready to get your hands dirty-- or at least learn how to turn that opposable appendage into a green thumb? Then don't miss these classes presented by the Osceola County Extension Services Department. Whether pre-registering to attend one or all-- "Water Gardens," "Orchids for Beginners," or "Designing Container Gardens," Library customers will learn scads of great information to immediately start using at home!

Please Preregister online, by calling the Library at 407.742.8888, or by talking with staff in person

Growing Orchids for Beginners
■ Poinciana Library - Thursday, June 30 at 3:00 pm
Ready to get your hands dirty-- or at least learn how to turn that opposable appendage into a green thumb? Then don't miss these classes presented by the Osceola County Extension Services Department. Whether pre-registering to attend one or all-- "Water Gardens," "Orchids for Beginners," or "Designing Container Gardens," Library customers will learn scads of great information to immediately start using at home!

Please Preregister online or by calling the Library at 407.742.8888, or by talking with staff in person.

Download Free Music!

2011-06-15T20:08:00.002-04:00

Summer Reading Program Kick Off Parties

2011-06-07T08:00:00.000-04:00

"One World, Many Stories"

Get into the beat by celebrating the beginning of the Summer Reading Program. Pick up reading logs and schedules, learn how to play a traditional African drum with Jana Broder of Drum Magic, and be sure not to miss the face painting, balloon animals, or craft making areas! This is fun for the entire family- and it's free! Come one, come all!!

Dates and Times:

The Poinciana Library - Saturday, June 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Hart Memorial Central Library - Saturday, June 11 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Monday, June 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Buenaventura Lakes Library - Monday, June 13 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

eReader Exploration Class

2011-06-03T08:00:00.000-04:00

Hart Memorial Central Library - Tuesday, June 7 at 10:00 a.m. Click here to register.
Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Thursday, June 30 at 2:00 p.m. Click here to register.

How to Start Your Own Business

2011-05-28T08:00:00.000-04:00

Presented in partnership by the Osceola Library System and the Small Business Development Center at UCF in Kissimmee, This FREE ninety minute session is designed to help entrepreneurs understand what it takes to start a business. Topics include business plans, legal forms, and licensing requirements. Participants are invited to set up one-on-one counseling sessions immediately following the seminar.

Pre-registration is required. Please call the SBDC at 407.847.2452 to preregister or register by contacting the Library: 407.742.8888, in person, or online.

■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Tuesday, May 31 at 10:00 am

Jammy Jamboree

2011-05-22T08:00:00.000-04:00

Jammy Jamboree
Come in your PJ's and bring your favorite stuffed animal to the Library for a fun story time and craft activity.
■ Poinciana Library - Thursday, May 26 at 6:30 pm

Other Children's programs:

Baby and Me
Children birth to 18 months
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Mondays at 9:15 am

Toddler Tales
Children ages 18 - 36 months
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesdays at 10:00 am
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Wednesays at 10:00 am
■ Poinciana Library - Wednesdays at 10:00 am
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Thursdays at 10:00 am

PreSchool Rockin’ Readers
Children ages 3 - 5 years old
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesdays at 11:00 am
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Wednesays at 11:00 am
■ Poinciana Library - Wednesdays at 11:00 am
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Thursdays at 11:00 am

Mother Goose Storytime
Toddlers and preschoolers
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesdays at 1:30 pm
■ West Osceola Library - Fridays at 10:30 am

Robotics and Gynecologic Malignancies - ORMC Women's Health Event

2011-05-20T08:00:00.000-04:00

Presented by Dr. Patel, MD, OB/GYN, from the Osceola Regional Medical Center, this open seminar offers a wealth of information about women's health from an authority in this specialized medical field. Dr. DeNardis will share information, answer questions, and give hope to women with gynecologic malignancies by offering her expert suggestions about compassionate care combined with cutting edge technology and skills. Her interests include complex pelvic surgery, both open and minimally invasive robotic procedures.

Join us Tuesday, May 24 at the Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library at 6:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served, and all are invited. Please pre-register for this great event by registering online, by calling 407-742-8888, or in person at any Osceola Branch Library.

2nd Annual Dance Off!

2011-05-15T08:00:00.000-04:00

Teens, visit the Library for the 2nd Annual Dance Off! Challenge friends to rounds of Dance, Dance Revolution, enjoy refreshments, take silly pictures, and more. Who will take home the Dance Off! Crown? Find out tonight!

Join us at the Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library on Thursday, May 19 at 6:00 pm.

Other Teen Events:

Anime Showcase
Watch Anime films at the Library and create your own art! Teens in grades 6-12.
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library, Thursday, May 26 at 3:00 pm

Buying on Amazon: The Basics

2011-05-14T08:00:00.001-04:00

From furniture to electronics, books to clothing, discover how to shop online through the largest online retailer in the United States: Amazon.com. Learn how to create an account, search for items, and purchase them while never setting foot inside a store. Email address required. Level 2.

Please Register!

Join us Wednesday, May 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library.

"Paws" to R.E.A.D

2011-05-06T08:00:00.000-04:00

It's a Dog Day evening at the Library! Kids can pick up their special reading logs and start working their way to cool prizes while reading to Cassie, Dixie, or Januz! (These are the lovable pups who love listening to a good story.) Graduates of the R.E.A.D. program, Reading Education Assistance Dogs, Cassie, Dixie, and Januz 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.

Dates/Times:
■ Veterans Memorial St. Cloud Library - Monday, May 9 at 5:00 pm
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Saturday, May 21 at 3:00 pm

Other Family Events:

Lego Mania!
Build with Legos at the Library! Ages 5 and up.
■ Poinciana Library - Monday, May 2 at 3:30 pm
■ Buenaventura Lakes Library - Tuesday, May 10 at 4:00 pm
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Wednesday, May 18 at 3:30 pm

Family Fun Jam
Bring the whole family for an "enchanting" time at the Family Fun Jam!
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Saturday, May 21 at 1:00 pm

Wii Are Seniors

2011-04-30T08:00:00.000-04:00

Seniors, join in the fun at the Library playing Wii games! Wii games keep both bodies and minds active and gaming is a great way to socialize.

Dates and Times:
■ Poinciana Library - Monday, May 2 at 2:30 pm
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Tuesday, May 10 at 11:00 am
■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Thursday, May 26 at 11:00 am

Other Events for Seniors:
Bingo for Books
Seniors, would you like to take a free book home and at the same time spend a fun-tastic afternoon at the Library? Just bring your friends, and join us to play an entertaining BINGO game!
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Saturday, May 21 at 3:00 pm

E-Reader "Petting Zoo" & Release Party

2011-04-25T08:00:00.000-04:00

Share in the excitement! Be a part of the trial program for this cutting-edge resource. Stop by the Library this afternoon to get up close and personal with The Sony E-Reader, Nook, and Kindle. Curious about the pros and cons of the different versions? Well, here's a chance to investigate each at the digital "Petting Zoo."

Also, be sure to bring a Library card and enter the E-Reader Check-out Lottery. At 5 pm, several customers will be the first to borrow an E-reader. All Runners-up will be placed on the reservation list for the next available borrowing opportunity.

Note: At this time, participation in this new trial program is available at the Central Library location only.

Join us at Friday, April 29 at 4:00 p.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library

Job Hunting Workshop Series

2011-04-21T08:00:00.000-04:00

This three-part interactive series presented by Carmelo Garcia, will teach participants everything there is to know about the job hunting process. From beginning to end, Garcia will provide valuable information to all. This is a great series for those interested in entry level placement in the hospitality industry or other service related careers.

Please preregister online at www.osceolalibrary.org, over the phone at 407.742.8888, or in person at any Osceola Branch Library.

Click on the links below to preregister:

Part 1 - Monday, April 25 at 10:00 a.m. - Hart Memorial Central Library
seminar will include an overview of the series, informational handouts, an introduction to job hunting resources and potential area employers.

Part 2 - Tuesday, April 26 at 10:00 a.m. - Hart Memorial Central Library
Bring past resumes and work history and get ready for an informational session that will help participants brush up on resume writing skills and the interviewing process.

Part 3 - Wednesday, April 27 at 10:00 a.m. - Hart Memorial Central Library
Presented by Carmelo Garcia, today's workshop will begin with a review of participants' updated resumes followed by information about creating a 30 second "elevator speech." Attendees will practice their new interview skills by participating in mock interviews. This is a great culmination activity for anyone wanting a brushup on job hunting skills before meeting with prospective employers.

Bottled Water vs. Tap

2011-04-17T08:00:00.001-04:00

Is there really a difference between bottled water and tap water--other than the extra $1.50 per bottle? Learn about and taste the difference. The truth will set you free!

Presented by the Director of County Extension Services, don't miss this interesting session by Mary Beth Salisbury.

Date/Time:
Thursday, April 21 at 10:00 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Library--St. Cloud Branch

Please Preregister with a Library staff member, online, or by phone at 407.742.8888.

Food for Fee$

2011-04-17T08:00:00.000-04:00

GET A FRESH START!

Amnesty week is April 11-17. Clear your unpaid overdue fees while helping the community! Join the Osceola Library System in partnering with the local Green Bag Project to help donate food to those in need.

For every non-perishable, sealed, food item you donate at the Library, you will receive a $1.00 credit towards your overdue fees.

Donations can include:

Canned Food
Macaroni & Cheese
Peanut butter (plastic container)
Jelly (plastic container)
Soup Packages (single or box)
Oatmeal Packages (single or box)
Etc…

There’s no limit on the amount you can donate.

Book Sale!

2011-04-11T08:00:00.000-04:00

Visit the Poinciana Branch Library for the best deal in town: great deals on books ($2 per hardcover and .50 cents per paperback)! Also, spend $2 to purchase a Friends of the Library Bag to carry home all your treasures! This is a great opportunity for the public to purchase quality, gently used books and support the Library System.

Cash only.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Poinciana Branch Library.

Dates:
Thursday, April 14, starting at 1:00 p.m. - Saturday, April 16, ending at 5:00 p.m.

How to Start Your Own Business Seminar

2011-04-09T08:00:00.000-04:00

Presented in partnership by the Osceola Library System and the Small Business Development Center at UCF in Kissimmee, This FREE ninety minute session is designed to help entrepreneurs understand what it takes to start a business. Topics include business plans, legal forms, and licensing requirements. Participants are invited to set up one-on-one counseling sessions immediately following the seminar.

Pre-registration is required. Please call the SBDC at 407.847.2452 to preregister or register by contacting the Library: 407.742.8888, in person, or online at www.osceolalibrary.org.

Date/Time

Tuesday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library

An Old Lady, Guitar, and a Senior Moment

2011-04-07T08:00:00.000-04:00

Enjoy the effervescent music of Jane Rosenbohm, an accomplished classical guitarist with over 46 years of experience. Jane says that this concert's collection of songs exemplifies the joy that music has added to the musician's own life.

Special request: Please do not distract the performer with cell phones, cameras, or singing during the performance.

Dates/Times

Monday, April 11 at 4:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Library--St. Cloud Branch
Wednesday, April 13 at 2:30 p.m. at the Poinciana Branch Library
Thursday, April 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Buenaventura Lakes Branch Library

*About Jane Rosenbohm*
Rosenbohm's passion and skill with the Classical Guitar is an inspiration to many as she continues to educate and perform. Jane has performed with various prominent musicians through participating in the Christopher Parkening Master Class and The Castellani & Andreaccio Duo Master Class in Rome, Italy. Jane has also performed for West Virginia's Mountain Stage on public radio. Jane’s commendable repute has earned her the Artsbridge Founder's Club Award for artistic excellence.

Before making her home in Kissimmee, Florida, Jane was a professor in applied music at West Virginia university for over 25 years. Now in Florida, Jane is lucky enough to sometimes even unite her love of airplanes and music by flying her Cessna Cardinal to her concert destinations.

Microsoft Excel 2007

2011-04-04T08:00:00.000-04:00

Wouldn't you like to understand this powerful Microsoft Office spreadsheet program, once and for all? Learn how to create spreadsheets, budgets, schedules, and use basic formulas.

Join us at Veterans Memorial Library--St. Cloud Branch on Friday, April 8 at 10:00 a.m.

Click here to Register

Furlough Day

2011-04-01T08:00:00.000-04:00

The employees of the Osceola Library System are on unpaid furlough leave today. On-line services are not affected by the furlough, and we look forward to serving you tomorrow at 9 a.m. when the Library reopens at its regular time. Thank you.

To view the full list of closed agencies, click here.

How to Spot a Con-Artist

2011-03-31T08:00:00.001-04:00

Ever wonder how con artists pull off scams? This program addresses how they set up operation and what consumers can do to avoid being victimized. Don't become a sitting duck-- attend this County Extension Services class that is FULL of important tips and strategies!

*A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407.742.8888.

Join us at the Buenaventura Lakes Branch Library on Monday, April 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Skeleton Iconography - Florida Archaeology Lecture

2011-03-24T08:00:00.001-04:00

Intrigued by The DaVinci Code and wanting to learn more about real-life iconography? Then don’t miss this lecture with Dr. Rachel Wentz. The skeleton provides a framework for muscles, skin, and nutrients necessary for survival- making it one of the most essential tissues of the human body. However, the skeleton also plays a fundamental role in our iconography as its image has intrigued, haunted, and amazed people through time. This lecture will turn up the many uses of human remains and how bone imagery has become symbolic with current culture.

Don't miss this exciting lecture at the Hart Memorial Central Library on March 29 at 6:30 p.m. Please pre-register.

About Dr. Rachel K. Wentz, RPA---
A graduate from Florida State University with a PhD in Anthropology and specializing in the analysis of human remains with foci on ancient disease and population helath, Dr. Wentz's Master's thesis was an analysis of fracture frequencies among the Windover skeletal population: a 7,000 year old site in Titusville. Her doctoral dissertation was a bio-archaeological assessment of the same population. Dr. Wentz has analyzed remains from other prehistoric sites in Florida and done skeletal work in England and the Ukraine. She obtained experience in forensic anthropology at the Human Identification Laboratory at the University of Florida, and has taught courses at Florida State University. She sits on the board of the Florida Archaeological Council and is a Brevard County Historical Commissioner.

Becoming a Foster Parent

2011-03-24T07:59:00.000-04:00

Interested in learning more about becoming a possible foster parent, then attend this no-pressure, informational meeting about how you can provide a safe and loving home for children needing caring foster homes.

Presented by Community Based Care of Central Florida, please call 407-687-7115 to learn more. The CBC is a nonprofit agency that supports children and families in the community who have been victims of, or at risk of, abuse, neglect or abandonment. The agency offers an array of services include fostering, adoption and mentoring.

Join us at the Hart Memorial Central Library on March 29 at 5:30 p.m.

Please Register

Who Gets Grandma's Pie Plate?

2011-03-23T08:00:00.000-04:00

Keep family as friends by getting prepared for even the most difficult and stressful times. Personal property transfer is an issue frequently ignored until a crisis occurs or immediate decisions need to be made. This workshop will help ease what could become difficult transitions.

Presented by County Extension Services, this class addresses the issue of transferring non-titled property. Join us at the Veterans Memorial Library--St. Cloud Branch on March 28 at 6:30 p.m.

*A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407.742.8888.

Microsoft Excel 2007

2011-03-18T10:12:00.003-04:00

Job Hunting Workshop Series

2011-03-13T08:00:00.001-04:00

This three-part interactive series presented by Carmelo Garcia, will teach participants everything there is to know about the job hunting process. From beginning to end, Garcia will provide valuable information to all. This is a great series for those interested in entry level placement in the hospitality industry or other service related careers.

Please preregister online at www.osceolalibrary.org, over the phone at 407.742.8888, or in person at any Osceola Branch Library.

Part 1 - Job Hunting
3/21/2011 at 10:00 AM - Hart Memorial Central Library
Today's seminar will include an overview of the series, informational handouts, an introduction to job hunting resources and potential area employers.
Register for Part 1

Part 2 Resume Writing & Interviewing
3/22/2011 at 10:00 AM - Hart Memorial Central Library
Bring past resumes and work history and get ready for an informational session that will help participants brush up on resume writing skills and the interviewing process.
Register for Part 2

Part 3- Mock Interviews
3/23/2011 at 10:00 AM - Hart Memorial Central Library
This workshop will begin with a review of participants' updated resumes followed by information about creating a 30 second "elevator speech." Attendees will practice their new interview skills by participating in mock interviews.
Register for Part 3

Introduction to ReferenceUSA

2011-03-12T08:00:00.001-05:00

ReferenceUSA brings verified details on 14 million U.S. businesses and 210 million U.S. residents directly to library patrons. Learn how to find new business opportunities, research executives and companies, find news articles, conduct job searches, research papers, locate addresses and phone numbers, conduct market research and much more.

Start exploring it now through the Library's Database webpage. Click the link and scroll to ReferenceUSA. Have your library card handy if you're viewing at home.

Join us Tuesday, March 15 at 1:00 p.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library

Library Closed - Furlough Day

2011-03-11T08:00:00.000-05:00

The employees of the Osceola Library System are on unpaid furlough leave today. Online services are not affected by the furlough, and we look forward to serving you tomorrow at 9 a.m. when the Library reopens at its regular time. Thank you.

Digital Cameras: Beyond the Basics

2011-03-07T08:00:00.000-05:00

Your computer is full of all these digital photos--now what do you do with them? Amaze your friends and neighbors by learning the basics of how to manipulate or improve your photos, then upload and share your photos with others on the Internet.

Level 3

Requirements: Attendance at Basic of Digital Cameras class OR previous use of digital cameras and experience with computers and the Internet.

Join us at the Thursday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library.

The Heart Gallery Exhibit

2011-03-06T08:00:00.001-05:00

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 Hart Memorial Central Library throughout the month of March to see this exhibit.

Visit the Family Services of Metro Orlando website.

Online Convenience: Is it Really Safe?

2011-03-05T08:00:00.000-05:00

Presented by County Extension Services, this class shows participants how to protect themselves from online fraud. Most ID Theft occurs from online shopping and activity. This program addresses the various types of online fraud and ways to protect personal information from being stolen while using the computer and online services.

*A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407.742.8888.

Join us Monday, March 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library

Harlem Renaissance Traveling Exhibit

2011-03-01T08:00:00.000-05:00

The Harlem Renaissance occurred during the 1920s and 30s and was a pivotal time in American history when endeavors of African Americans artists surfaced and started to garner support and popularity from the masses. The Harlem Renaissance artists further embraced their culture and identity in their art. As a result, a wealth of talented individuals and artistic movements surfaced during this time. Jazz, blues, poetry and fiction from African- American musicians and authors became known by the mainstream public at this time. This helped pave the way for writers and performers in the late 30’s and 40’s. These latter artists found an easier path to mainstream publishers and were more openly received by all.

Masters of Music, Art, and Literature surfaced during this period, and the Harlem Renaissance helped redefine how the rest of the world viewed the African-American population.

View this moving exhibit at the Hart Memorial Central Library for the whole month of March to learn about the important words, images, and music that shaped an era.

Decluttering your Home and Life

2011-02-27T08:00:00.001-05:00

Presented by County Extension Services, this class helps participants identify ways to organize their homes. Instructors will also share great tips and techniques of how to get rid of things that add clutter to a home.

*A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407.742.8888.

Join us Thursday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library.

Removal of Additional Users

2011-02-23T08:00:00.001-05:00

Effective Tuesday, March 1, 2011

In compliance with Florida State Statute 257.261 and to protect customer privacy, additional users listed on Osceola Library card accounts will be removed. Library cards and accounts will only be accessible by the named account holder.

Click here for more detailed information.

To view Florida Statute 257.261 in its entirety, go online to
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/

Plugging Spending Leaks en Espanol

2011-02-22T08:00:00.000-05:00

Esta clase le aydara a identificar sus gastos, especialmente aquellos que no son fijos todos los meses y le proveera el conocimiento para encontrar maneras de detenerlos y hacer que su dinero le rinda mas.

Presented completely in Spanish by County Extension Services, this workshop helps participants identify current spending leaks and ways to plug them. Learn how to stretch dollars further by attending this informative and beneficial class.

A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321-697-3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407-742-8888.

Join us on February 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Poinciana Library

Understanding Credit Reports

2011-02-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Presented by County Extension Services, this class shows all the ins and outs of a credit report. Learn how to read a credit report, what a credit score means, and what influences it. Also, participants will learn how to get a free copy of their own credit report every year.

A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321-697-3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407-742-8888.

Join us on Tuesday, February 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library.

Finding Money to Save

2011-02-19T08:00:00.000-05:00

Presented by County Extension Services, this class addresses how to find the money you’ve been searching for and implement different saving strategies into your management of personal finances.

A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321-697-3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407-742-8888.

Join us on Monday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library

A.B.E. (Adult Basic Education) Class

2011-02-17T08:00:00.001-05:00

One out of every five Central Florida adults reads at or below 5th grade level. Here's a chance to help expand the world, one page at a time by joining the Adult Basic Education Class as a participant or as a much needed literacy tutor.

Taught by Kinisha Rice, from the Adult Literacy League, new attendees are welcomed and encouraged-- as are potential tutor volunteers. Stop by, observe the class, and talk with Kinisha afterward for more details.

This class is made possible via a partnership between the Adult Literacy League and the Osceola Library System. Library programs are free and open to the public.

More information is available by contacting the Library's Programming Department (407-742-8888) or by calling the Adult Literacy League (407-422-1540)

Join us Saturdays, February 19 and 26 at 9:00 a.m. at the Hart Memorial Central Library

A Haunted Library

2011-02-15T11:57:00.000-05:00

Ever felt a chill that couldn't be explained by the Library's air conditioning; felt your spine tingle-and not just because you borrowed the latest James Patterson release? Maybe you've heard rumors about the Central Library being haunted and just want to learn more. Then tonight's program is for you! The Kissimmee Paranormal Investigators will present their findings from the all-night investigation held at the Library. Learn about the local history, study some of the equipment, and view/listen to the EMF, EVP, and photographic/video recordings taken that night. Then make your own conclusions! The truth is out there...

Come join us at the Hart Memorial Central Library on Thursday, February 17 at 7:00 pm.

Come for a craft, stay for a movie!

2011-02-09T08:00:00.001-05:00

Join us at the Hart Memorial Central Library on February 12 at 1:30 p.m. and make a Cupid Caper Craft for your sweetie. There will be activities and games galore!

Afterward, stay for the movie Legend of the Guardians - Owls of Ga'Hoole at 3:00 p.m. Based on the first three books of this series, Soren, a young barn owl, is kidnapped by St. Aggie's- a place where owlets are brainwashed into becoming soldiers. He and his new friends escape to the island of Ga'Hoole, to assist its noble, wise owls who fight the army being created by the wicked rulers of St. Aggie's. The film is 97 minutes long and is rated PG: Parental Guidance suggested, some material may not be suitable for children.

County-wide Furlough Closure

2011-02-07T08:00:00.000-05:00

Bingo

2011-01-30T08:00:00.000-05:00

Play Bingo with friends. All ages welcome to play.

Join us at the Veterans Memorial St. Cloud Library on February 2 at 3:00 p.m.

B I N GO, B I N GO, B I N GO, and Bingo was his name, Oh!

Book Sale

2011-01-27T08:00:00.000-05:00

Stop and Shop at the Friends' of the Library Group Book Sale. This event presents a great opportunity to purchase quality, gently used books and support the Library System. Also, purchase an attractive Friends of the Library book bag to carry all your treasures home!

Cash only, please!

Sponsored by the Osceola County Library System, Friends of the Library of Osceola County, Friends of the Poinciana Branch Library, and West Osceola Friends of the Library, Inc.

Dates and times:
PRESALE - Thursday, February 3 - 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Open for all - Friday, February 4 - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Open for all - Saturday, February 5 - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Getting Out of Debt

2011-01-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Is debt stressing you out and keeping you up at night? Create a debt reduction plan to better manage current debt and get out of debt faster. Presented by Laura Royer of County Extension Services.

Join us at the Hart Memorial Central Library on January 26 at 7:00 p.m.

*A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407-742-8870.

New languages available through Mango

2011-01-14T11:35:00.002-05:00

There are 10 new Mango Basic and Complete Courses:

Cantonese Chinese
Croatian
Danish
ESL Mandarin Chinese
Finnish
Haitian Creole
Irish
Levantine Arabic
Norwegian
Urdu

Start using Mango today to learn a new language. Go to www.osceolalibrary.com. Mouse over Research Tab and click on the Databases link. Scroll down to the Education and Languages section. Click on the Mango Languages link.

Start speaking in new tongues today!

Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007

2011-01-09T08:00:00.000-05:00

Do you want to put on a killer presentation that will blow your audience away, but you are not quite sure how to compose one? Become familiar with the PowerPoint environment and create a presentation using slides.

Join us at the Hart Memorial Central Library on January 13 at 10:00 a.m.

You must register for the class. Click here to register.

Library Closure

2011-01-07T16:26:00.003-05:00

The Osceola County Library System will be closed Monday, January 17 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The Library will reopen on Tuesday, January 18.

For more information, please call 407.742.8888 or visit your local branch Library.

Paws to Read

2011-01-07T08:00:00.001-05:00

Finding Money to Save

2011-01-06T08:00:00.003-05:00

Presented by Laura Royer of County Extension Services, this class addresses how to find the money you’ve been searching for and implement different saving strategies into your management of personal finances.

Join us at the Buenaventura Lakes Library
on Tuesday, January 11 at 7:00 p.m.

*A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library online, in-person, or by phone 407.742.8870.

Organizing Important Papers

2011-01-05T08:00:00.000-05:00

Presented by Laura Royer of County Extension Services, this class goes over what type of financial papers you should keep, for how long and how to set up an effective organizational system to make money management easier.

Join us at the Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library on Monday, January 10, at 7:00 p.m.

A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library online, in-person, or by phone 407-742-8870.

Teen Seasonal Project

2011-01-01T08:00:00.000-05:00

Bring friends and join in the fun at the Library with a seasonal project. This month's project is making snowflakes to hang around the Library for some festive fun!

Teens, please join us at the Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library on Thursday, January 6 at 3:00 p.m.

Holiday Schedule

2010-12-29T18:10:00.001-05:00

The Library will be closed Friday, December 31, 2010 and Saturday, January 1, 2011. The Library will reopen Sunday, January 2, 2011.

Happy New Year!

Kidz Kaboom!

2010-12-24T08:00:00.003-05:00

Hey Kids! Imaginations go KABOOM in this after-school 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.

Schedule every week:

Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m.
Buenaventura Lakes Library - Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m.
Poinciana Library - Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m.
Hart Memorial Central Library - Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.

For a list of all other events, click on one of the following:

Save Your Home: Prevent Foreclosure

2010-12-13T08:00:00.001-05:00

Presented by Laura Royer of County Extension Services, this class addresses how to save your home from foreclosure through better money management, communication with your lender and identifying other mortgage payment/foreclosure prevention options.

*A minimum of 10 attendees is required. Please Pre-register by calling County Extension Services directly at 321.697.3000 or by contacting the Library on-line, in-person, or by phone 407.742.8870.

Join us Thursday, December 16 at the Poinciana Library at 6:30 pm

For a list of all other events, click on one of the following:
Adult Events
Family Events
Children Events

Paws to Read

2010-12-10T08:00:00.002-05:00

It's a Dog Day afternoon in the Library! Kids can pick up their special reading logs and start working their way to cool prizes while reading to Cassie, Dixie, or Januz! (These are the lovable pups who love listening to a good story.) Graduates of the R.E.A.D. program, Reading Education Assistance Dogs, Cassie, Dixie, and Januz 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 links below.

■ Veterans Memorial St Cloud Library - Monday, December 13 at 5:00 pm
■ Hart Memorial Central Library - Saturday, December 18 at 3:00 pm

For a list of all other events, click on one of the following:

More iPod compatible books available through Netlibrary

2010-12-09T08:00:00.000-05:00

There are now a total of 1,733 iPod-compatible titles in the downloadable eAudiobook collection at Netlibrary. This is over half of the available titles. Some of the authors include Jo Beverly, Larry Brown, Beverly Lewis, Janette Oke, Anne Perry, Tracie Peterson, Susan Wiggs, Michael Buckley, Jeff Kinney, and Herbie Brennan.

Find out here how you can download an audiobook to your iPod today! Visit Netlibrary to explore what's available.

7 new Mango languages available!

2010-12-08T11:56:00.003-05:00

Mango Languages now includes the following languages in basic or complete courses:

Czech
Dutch
Tamil
Slovak
Ukrainian
Croatian
Indonesian

Don't know what Mango Languages is? See for yourself!

Go to www.osceolalibrary.com
Mouse over the Research Tab
Click on the Database Tab
Scroll to the Education and Languages section.
Click on Mango Languages and start exploring today!