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February 4, 2004 3rd Annual African (American) History Contest Starting Feb. 9 February 4, 2004 Valentine Evening Story and Craft Time at Library
February 4, 2004 Valentine Tea at Library on Feb. 12
February 9, 2004 Frostburg Library Book Club Discussion Feb 19
February 9, 2004 Libraries Holding Parent Information Sessions to Explain Maryland College Savings Plan
February 10, 2004 Library's Computer Class Schedule Announced
February 11, 2004 Library Celebrates Black History Month with a Mime Experience
February 17, 2004 Library's Older Kids Book Group Meeting March 9th
February 4, 2004
3rd Annual African (American) History Contest Starting Feb. 9PRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Linda Burkey South Cumberland Library 100 Seymour Street Cumberland, MD 21502 Community Unity in Action, Inc. and the Allegany County Library system have announced that their 3rd Annual African (American) History Contest will kick-off on Monday, February 9 and continues till March 9 at 4PM, the date when all entries must be received at a branch of the Allegany County Library System. The contest in celebration of February being Black History Month, allows participants to have some fun challenging their searching skills while discovering more about the African-American heritage. It’s easy to have a chance to win! If you’re between the ages of 9 thru 17, just answer 17 trivia questions correctly, and you will be entered in the drawing to win one of the ten $20. Walmart Gift Cards. Winners will also be invited to a dinner given in their honor. Details and entry forms are available at all library branches and on the library’s website at http://lib.allconet.org Entries can be filled in directly on the site.
Valentine Story and Craft Time at LibraryPRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Linda Burkey South Cumberland Library 100 Seymour Street Cumberland, MD 21502
A Valentine Craft Time will be held along with the Evening Story Time at the South Cumberland Branch of the Allegany County Library System on Thursday, February 12 starting at 6:30 PM. Come be introduced to some interesting stories, then make a craft to take home. Kids of all ages are invited!
All branches of the library system run Evening Story Times for children of all ages. They are designed for the convenience of families who are busy in the daytime hours, but who still want to foster good reading habits for their families. These programs are often followed by a family craft time.
Evening Story Times throughout the system start at 6:30 PM and last for approximately a half hour or an hour with craft time included. The Main Branch’s are each Thursday night, George’s Creek’s each Wednesday night, and Westernport Branch’s each Monday night. The following three libraries have them once a month: South Cumberland Branch on Thursdays Feb. 12 and Mar. 11, LaVale Branch on Thursdays Feb. 5 and Mar. 4, and Frostburg Branch on Thursdays Feb. 26 and Mar. 25.
Valentine Tea at Library on Feb. 12PRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Debbie Hartman George's Creek Regional Library 76 Main Street Lonaconing, MD 21539
A Valentine Tea will be held at the George’s Creek Branch of the Allegany County Library System on Thursday, February 12 starting at 6:30 PM. Mothers, daughters, and grandmothers (plus dads, sons and granddads if they’re interested) are invited to try several different teas along with some tea snacks. The Senior Citizen Day Care ladies will be there. Come share this special time with them.
February 9, 2004 Frostburg Library Book Club Discussion Feb. 19PRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Pat Merrbach Frostburg Public Library 65 E. Main Street Frostburg, MD 21532
The Frostburg Book Club will meet at the Frostburg Community Library on Thursday, February 19 at 2 PM to discuss Andre Dubus’ book House of Sand and Fog.
You’ll be hanging on every wood of this contemporary novel that pits Massoud Amir Behrani, a former colonel in the Iranian military against Kathy Nocolo, a girl who has been kind of down on her luck. A mistake by the local tax office sets the whole plot in motion.
Come experience the fun of broadening your horizons, making friends, enjoying a social time, and taking your reading to a whole new level as only participating in a book group can do.
The club meets the third Thursday of the month at the Frostburg Community Library at 2 PM. New members are welcome to join in on any of the discussions. Information on this group is available at the Circulation Desk or by calling 301-687-0790. Copies of the books being discussed are available at your local library.
February 9, 2004
Libraries Holding Parent Information Sessions to Explain Maryland College Savings PlansPRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Linda Burkey South Cumberland Library 100 Seymour Street Cumberland, MD 21502
Two Parent Information Sessions have been scheduled for parents wanting to learn more about the College Savings Plans of Maryland. Abby Mensinger will be at the South Cumberland Library on Tuesday, February 17 at 7 PM and at the LaVale Library on Saturday, February 21 at 2:30 PM to explain the options available.
The College Savings Plans of Maryland now offers more options to help make it easier than ever to save for college. The Maryland Prepaid College Trust allows you to lock in tomorrow’s tuition at today’s cost. The Maryland College Investment Plan offers 12 different investment portfolios managed by T. Row Price. Plans are affordable, flexible, and offer great State and federal tax benefits! To find out more, plan to attend one of these “Parent Information Sessions” sponsored by the Allegany County Library System.
Though registration is not required; it is preferred, by Feb. 14 for the Feb 17 session (call 301-724-1607) and by Feb. 19 for the Feb. 21 session (call 301-729-0855).
February 10, 2004
Library's Computer Class Schedule AnnouncedPRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Lisa McKenney Frostburg Public Library 65 E. Main Street Frostburg, MD 21532
A Schedule of the classes being offered in March and April at the Allegany County Library System’s Gates Computer Training Lab was recently announced. All classes are free, but pre-registration is required for each class you are interested in attending. The lab is located at the Frostburg Community Library.
All classes are on Tuesday mornings and will be taught by Lisa McKenney, the library system’s Electronic Resources Coordinator. Classes offered this season are: Introduction to Computers on March 2 10 AM—Designed for the novice user, this class covers the basics, including an overview of the parts of a computer, desktop navigation, saving files, printing and much more. Introduction to the Internet on March 9 10 AM—Designed for people with no prior experience using the Internet, in this class you will learn about browsers, search engines, and hyperlinks. We will perform simple searches on a search engine, and enter web site addresses for direct access to sites. Microsoft Word Basics on March 16 11 AM—Geared to the novice, this is an introduction to using word processing software. Learn how to change font style and font size, all about toolbars, and more. Microsoft Word Intermediate on March 23 11 AM—Participants in this class should have completed Microsoft Word 2000 Basics, or have equivalent skills. The Intermediate class will cover copying and pasting, using templates, saving files, and in-depth exploration of the toolbars. Microsoft Excel Parts 1 & 2 on April 6 & 12 11 AM—In Part 1, learn to create a spreadsheet, how to navigate around within a worksheet, how to work with multiple worksheets, how to enter and edit data, and more. In Part 2, we will continue with formulas and commands, formatting, and printing data in worksheets. Saving Your Work! Basics of Data Storage April 20 10 AM—Confused about floppy disks, saving to the hard drive, or burning CD’s? This class will discuss the pro’s and con’s of each type of data storage, best practices and tips, and will teach participants how to do it all. Internet for Seniors on April 27 10 AM—Designed especially for senior citizens, this class will show that the Internet and web searching are enjoyable at any age. Learn about browsers, search engines, and hyperlinks. We will perform simple searches on a search engine, and enter web site addresses for direct access to sites. The library system’s Gates Computer Training Lab provides a comfortable setting for learning computer skills. Each participate has their own computer terminal where they can perform the easy step-by-step instructions given. It is also possible to follow as the instructor demonstrates on a large screen easily viewed by all. These classes are perfect for the individual who wants to learn about computers but does not want to make a long term commitment.
February 11, 2004
Library Celebrates Black History Month with a Mime ExperiencePRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Linda Burkey South Cumberland Library 100 Seymour Street Cumberland, MD 21502
Everyone is invited to “A Mime Experience” at the South Cumberland Library on Wednesday, February 18, starting at 6:30 PM. This performance by the Vision Youth Ministries, a local mime group started nearly two years ago, is part of the Allegany County Library System’s celebration of Black History Month. Mime will be used to relay some history. The performers range in age from 10 to 25, which makes this program ideal for children as well as adults. The group performs throughout the community. You may have seen them at Heritage Days, Gospel Fest, Fire Fest, churches, the Thomas B. Finan Center, etc. They have also traveled to Georgetown University in DC and High Point University in North Carolina to perform. Debbie Dozier and Janet Powell are advisors for the group. During Black History Month, the Library System is also once again sponsoring along with Community Unity In Action, Inc. the 3rd. Annual African (American) History Contest. The contest runs from Feb. 9 till March 9 at 4 PM when all entries must be received by the library system. For ages 9-17, just answer 17 questions correctly to be eligible to win one of the ten $20 Walmart Gift Cards. Winners will also be invited to a dinner given in their honor. Details are available at all library branches and on the library system’s website at http://lib.allconet.org
February 17, 2004
Library's Older Kids Book Group Meeting March 9thPRESS RELEASE - Allegany County Library System Contact: Linda Burkey South Cumberland Library 100 Seymour Street Cumberland, MD 21502
The Older Kids’ Book Group will meet at the South Cumberland Library on Tuesday, March 9 from 3:30 to 4:30 to discuss Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code by Eoin Colfer. It’s a great Irish read for March. All kids 10 thru 17 are invited! “It’s not surprising that once you start reading this series, you’re hooked.” commented Linda Burkey, library coordinator for the group. “These books have got it all. I’ve laughed out loud at the antics of the mischievous dwarf Mulch Diggums. I’ve cried over the tenderness shown by the fairy Holly Short toward Butler, Artemis’ sidekick. But, the personal growth written into Colfer’s main character, Artemis, is what has made these books great to discuss. Also they are extremely quick and easy books to read. The Older Kids’ Book Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 3:30-4:30. Book selections are made by the group. Copies of the book are available at your local library. |
