Adult Programs and Events

FREE COMPUTER CLASSES FOR BEGINNERS ARE OFFERED MONTHLY.  CLICK HERE FOR CLASS DESCRIPTIONS AND TO VIEW THE CLASS SCHEDULE.

AARP TAX-AIDE
Mondays, Feb. 6 - April 9 - 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
FREE tax help (federal, state, and local) for taxpayers with low- and middle-incomes, with special attention to those age 60 and older, will be offered again at the Library by AARP volunteers through the AARP Foundation, in conjunction with the IRS.Bring your Social Security card and your 2010 return. Time slots are given on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to 20 slots. You may sign up for a time slot the Monday morning of the free tax-aide beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Library’s lobby. All tax returns are e-Filed (electronic filing). No business, clergy, or rental property returns are done.

INTRODUCTORY SPANISH
Mondays, January 23, 30, February 6, 13
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Have you always wanted to learn a new language? Start the New Year with a fun challenge and join Ana Sanchez as she teaches this free introductory class for adults. Registration is required.

KNIT ONE, LIBRARY, TOO!
Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. - February 1, March 7, April 4
Saturdays from 12:00-4:00 p.m. - January 21, February 18, March 17
Enjoy the company of fellow knitters and crocheters on the first Wednesday of each month in the Library Program Room. We will also meet on Saturdays in the Children’s Program Room. New to the craft? We’ll help you learn! This program is for grades 6-12 and adults. Registration is not required.

TECH TALK TUESDAY
Tuesday, February 7 - 1:00 p.m. - Facebook for Novice Users
Join us for an hour discussion on various social media topics. Basic computer knowledge is recommended.

GET FIT AT THE LIBRARY
There’s no better way to start 2012 than getting fit at the Library! Registration is requested.
Wednesday, February 8 - 6:30-7:30 p.m.
A Touch of Yoga
Lori Schlessman returns. Yoga is a great way to stretch and strengthen your body. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or beach towel.

DICKENS IN OHIO

Tuesday, February 7 - 6:30-8:00 p.m.

On April 1, 1842, Charles Dickens embarked on a trip down the Ohio River. He traveled from Cincinnati to Columbus by coach, and then throughout Ohio, stopping in Sandusky at one point. Join us on the anniversary of Dickens’ 200th birthday, as actor and historical impersonator Roger Jerome presents “Dickens in Ohio.” Registration is not required.

EBOOKS @ THE LIBRARY
eReader Class - Tuesday, February 14 - 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Kindle Class - Saturday, February 25 - 2:30-4:00 p.m.
eReader Class - Wednesday, March 21 - 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Kindle Class - Wednesday, April 18 - 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ready to get free library eBooks on that new eReader? Or just thinking about venturing into the eBook world? Each class will cover the various types of Kindles or eReaders (Nook, Kobo, Pandigital, etc.), free eReader apps, demonstrate how to check out and download eBooks from CLEVNET’s eMedia Collection, and answer commonly asked questions. We’ll have several eReaders on hand, but bring your own for personalized help. If you have a Kindle, please bring your Kindle and your Amazon.com account information. Registration is not required.

BROWN BAG LUNCH:  THE REBUILDING OF THE WHITE HOUSE
Wednesday, February 15 - 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Local historian Jim Miller will explore the 1952 renovation of the White House. Most people know that the White House was a target for destruction on 9/11, but many don’t know the building was almost lost in the late 1940s as a victim of structural neglect. This program explores the events leading up to and the eventual reconstruction of the White House. Registration is not required.

GENEALOGY LOCK-IN!
Friday, February 17  - 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Join us for the First Annual Genealogy Lock-IN! Library computers with access to research databases such as Ancestry, Cleveland Necrology File, Cleveland News Index, HeritageQuest Online, Ohio Historical Society Searchable Databases, along with Reference Staff members and volunteers from the Erie County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will be available during this evening. Registration is required.

DIGITAL HISTORY:  SANDUSKY'S STORY ONLINE
Saturday, February 18 - 2:30 p.m.
Learn about local history resources on the internet. Archives Librarian Ron Davidson will give an overview of primary and secondary sources covering the history of Sandusky and Ohio that are freely available online. See views of original documents of Sandusky history from the 19th and 20th centuries (and some from even earlier!) that are presented on websites such as Ohio Memory, Cleveland Memory, and Google Books. Discover more about these sources and their history. You will learn about ongoing digital history projects at the Library, including the Sandusky History Blog and an online database of archival collections. Registration is requested.

BLESS THIS MESS
Wednesday, February 22  - 6:30 p.m.
Are you embarrassed to invite anyone over to your house because of the chaos caused by all of your stuff? Do you own your stuff or does your stuff own you? Take advantage of being stuck indoors and get organized. Sandusky Library’s Lori Esposito conquered the clutter in her home and wants to share her tips and tricks (and those she’s learned from the experts) to help you. This fun program will inspire you to organize and simplify your life. Registration is not required.

FAMILY MOVIE:  THE SMURFS

Saturday, February 25 - 2:30 p.m.
Sony, Rated PG, 109 minutes.

Family Movies will be shown in the Library Program Room. Doors open 15 minutes prior to show time. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

MOVIE DISCUSSION:  GREAT EXPECTATIONS (1946)
Wednesday, February 29 - 6:00-8:00 p.m.
In the gloom of a country graveyard, a young boy encounters an escaped convict, a chance meeting that years later leads the boy to tragedy, mystery, and wealth. You can register and pick up a copy of the DVD at the Reader’s Advisory Desk to view prior to the discussion.

13TH ANNUAL QUILT SOCIAL
Saturday, March 17  - 1:00-3:30 p.m.
Visit the Library’s Follett House Museum as the quilting tradition is carried into the 21st century. Area quilters will be on hand to demonstrate their age-old craft and to answer questions. Registration is not required. For further information, call Maggie Marconi, Museum Administrator, at 419-625 3834.

TECH TALK TUESDAY
Tuesday, March 20 - 1:00 p.m. - Blogging for Novice Users
Join us for an hour discussion on various social media topics. Basic computer knowledge is recommended.

BROWN BAG LUNCH:  PRISON SHIP SUCCESS
Wednesday, March 21 - 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Maritime historian Richard Norgard will explore the history of the sailing ship Success. The Success sailed around the world for more than 100 years, and in 1942 came to dock in Sandusky. Registration is not required.

FAMILY MOVIE: DOLPHIN TALE

Saturday, March 31- 2:30 p.m.
Warner Bros. Pictures, Rated PG, 113 minutes.

Family Movies will be shown in the Library Program Room. Doors open 15 minutes prior to show time. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

TECH TALK TUESDAY
Tuesday, April 10 - 1:00 p.m. - Twitter and RSS Feeds for Novice Users
Join us for an hour discussion on various social media topics. Basic computer knowledge is recommended.

BROWN BAG LUNCH:  KELLEYS ISLAND AND THE CIVIL WAR
Wednesday, April 18 - 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Kelleys Island author Leslie Korenko will explore Kelleys Island history and lore, and take a look back at the contributions of Kelleys Island soldiers during the Civil War. Registration is not required.

SOCIAL MEDIA FOR SMALL BUSINESSES ALL-DAY WORKSHOP
Saturday, April 21
10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. - Social Media with Dan Stasiewski
1:30-2:30 p.m.  - Facebook/Twitter
2:30-3:30 p.m. - Blog/Website
3:30-4:30 p.m. - eNewsletters
Join us and Social Media expert Dan Stasiewski from Kuno Creative for an all-day Social Media Workshop geared towards small business owners. Dan will explain how small businesses can get up and running using Social Media in 12 weeks. Following Dan’s lecture, we’ll break for lunch (on your own) and have 3 one-hour “how to” sessions. Registration is required.

MONEY SMART WEEK - April 21-28, 2012
The American Library Association joined in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago to make Money Smart Week a national initiative. Money Smart Week’s mission is to promote personal financial literacy. Sandusky Library and KeyBank will be offering programs in celebration of Money Smart Week. Charles Chapman of KeyBank will present the following:

Monday, April 23, 6:00 p.m.
Money Smart Teens (grades 6-12)
Monday, April 23, 7:00 p.m.
Family Budgeting & Saving for College
Friday, April 27, 12:00 p.m.
Online Banking & Avoiding Scams

We hope you can join us. Registration is not required, but is requested.

FAMILY MOVIE:  TREASURE BUDDIES

Saturday, April 28 - 2:30 p.m.
Disney, Rated G, 93 minutes.

Family Movies will be shown in the Library Program Room. Doors open 15 minutes prior to show time. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.