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NYPL JUNE 9, 2015

June 9, 2015 Published by: Midtown Tribune NYC

TIME	EVENT	LOCATION	AUDIENCE
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2015
8:30 p.m.	Get Photoshopped! “Brush Basics” In this class you will use the Photoshop to modify digital images. Learn how to use the clone stamp tool, duplicating backgrounds and much more. Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor Mac Lab	Adults
TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2015
10 a.m.	Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served	Countee Cullen Library, TechConnect Computer Lab	Adults, 50+, Adults
10:30 a.m.	Facebook Basics Learn about the online social network Facebook. Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor PC Lab	Adults
11 a.m.	K&K’s Crochet Corner Beginner’s Crochet Class We will get you started on a crochet adventure. You’ll learn the basics and beyond. By the end of these classes you’ll be HOOKED!	Washington Heights Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
11 a.m.	Conversational Sign Language Workshop Conversational signing is also known as “Signed English” and differs from American Sign Language (ASL) in sentence structure and complexity. This workshop consists of six (6) sessions and is designed to be a fun and relaxed way of learning of basic coversational signs that can be tailored to the interests of the group and used in everyday communication. Please Note: This workshop is limited to 8 participants. Please sign up at the Riverside Information Desk or call (212) 870-1810	Riverside Library	Adults
11 a.m.	NYPL TechConnect: Photo Editing with PIXLR for Beginners Explore the basics of editing photos with PIXLR! Learn how to crop and resize photos and eliminate that red eye! Students may bringa a flash drive with photos. This class will meet two consecutive weeks. No registration required. Please ring the doorbell to gain admittance.	Ottendorfer Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
11 a.m.	Teclado y Raton	Inwood Library, Auditorium	Adults, 50+, Immigrants, Adults
11 a.m.	Advanced MS Word 2010 Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Word 2010. This class will cover the tools and commands on the Insert Ribbon and how to use them properly. First come, first served	Countee Cullen Library, TechConnect Computer Lab	Adults, 50+, Businesspeople, College & Graduate Students, Job Seekers, Adults
11 a.m.	Google Series: Getting More out of Google Do you wanna know? Google knows. Google knows who what when where how and why. So if you want to know ask google. Explore the depths, discover the amazing.	Hamilton Grange Library, Community Room	Adults
11 a.m.	We Are New York (WANY) English Conversation Groups: Chatham Square Library – June 2015 We Are New York is an Emmy Award-winning half hour TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking to your child’s teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate Level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) learners will have the opportunity to learn English by watching We Are New York videos. Come to the library and meet other people who are practicing English, just like you. This program…	Chatham Square Library	Adults, English Language Learners, Immigrants
11:15 a.m.	Exercise, Stay Well for seniors Join us for a a free Stay Well exercise Session for seniors. All participants must sign a wavier before you join , please wear loose and comfortable clothing.	St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room	Adults
12 noon	Uncovering your Family History: Using Handbooks to Develop Genealogy Research Plans Genealogy handbooks are an oft overlooked resource. This short course will present different types of handbooks and explain how to use them to improve the quality and depth of genealogy research. This is a companion course to other Uncovering your Family History courses offered by the Milstein Division. First come, first served	Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, South Court Classrooms	Adults
12 noon	Money Matters: 住房 (Mandarin) HOUSING: 住房住房是每個人最大也是最重要的開支項。本講座將向您提供相關資訊，讓您能夠依據自身的收入和預算，在住房選擇上作出最佳的決策。另外，您還將瞭解如果房客與房東發生糾紛，房客有哪些資源可以利用。最後，本講座還會介紹紐約市的住房騙局，教您如何防止上當。免費財務講座以及用廣東話和普通話進行的一對一輔導服務幫助您實現最佳理財成果。網站: nypl.org/money The New York Public Library’s Money Matters series is made possible thanks to the generous support of McGraw Hill Financial.…	Seward Park Library	Adults, 50+, English Language Learners, Immigrants, Adults
12 noon	Adult Tech Time Lab Need extra time on a laptop or computer? Need to job search and/or post your resume? Have an application that you can’t seem to finish in time? Come in and we will assist.	Macomb’s Bridge Library	Adults
12:15 p.m.	Lunch Time Beginning Crochet Workshop Want to crochet but aren’t sure where to start? Learn to crochet at the library! Learn the basics of crochet, and start your first project. This is a free event, but you will need to bring your own supplies. Please bring a crochet hook and practice yarn. Registration is not required.	New Amsterdam Library, Auditorium	Adults, 50+, Businesspeople, Adults
1 p.m.	Arts For a Lifetime 2015 No Experience Necessary. All Materials Provided Free of Change. Artist Antonia A. Perez Will Be Teaching a Weekly Class in Drawing and Watercolor Painting for Seniors in the Community. Each Session Students Will Make One or More Drawings or Paintings. Learn How to Use a Variety of Drawing Materials and Watercolor Painting. The Program Will Culminate in an Exhibition of Work Selected by the Participants. REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Call 212-926-2147)	Hamilton Grange Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
1:15 p.m.	Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor PC Lab	Adults
1:15 p.m.	Career Resources Description: Explore job/career resources available at the Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) and other public sites; Find industry and career advice, resume guides and more. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis. Click here for more SIBL programs and classes!	Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Training Room 3	Adults, Job Seekers
1:30 p.m.	Computer Lab – Basic Assistance Do you need help with any of the software programs in the Microsoft Office Suite. Well , help is here. Come to our computer lab and get basic assistance with the following Microsoft Office Programs ( Word, Excel, Powerpoint , Access ) Space is limited to 3 people per each 45 minute session. There will be two sessions ( 1) 1:30-2:15pm and (2)2:15-3:00pm. Please see a staff member to sign up for a 45 minute session or call 212-662-9727 to register by phone. Space is limited!!! PLEASE NO… Registration required: Phone or in-person	George Bruce Library, Computer room	Adults
2 p.m.	StayWell Exercise for Seniors Join us for a free StayWell Exercise session designed for seniors. All participants must sign waiver before they join in. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Call or stop by for futher details. Registration required: In-person, at registration	Riverside Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
2 p.m.	Money Matters: 住房 (Cantonese) HOUSING: 住房住房是每個人最大也是最重要的開支項。本講座將向您提供相關資訊，讓您能夠依據自身的收入和預算，在住房選擇上作出最佳的決策。另外，您還將瞭解如果房客與房東發生糾紛，房客有哪些資源可以利用。最後，本講座還會介紹紐約市的住房騙局，教您如何防止上當。免費財務講座以及用廣東話和普通話進行的一對一輔導服務幫助您實現最佳理財成果。網站: nypl.org/money The New York Public Library’s Money Matters series is made possible thanks to the generous support of McGraw Hill Financial.…	Chatham Square Library	Adults, 50+, English Language Learners, Immigrants, Adults
2 p.m.	Falun Dafa Exercise Class Falun Dafa is an ancient Chinese practice to enhance body, mind and spirit. It has superb health benefits, relieves stress and anxiety, and promotes both mental and spiritual well-being. Practice of meditation and slow moving exercise. Eliminate stress, enjoy peace of mind.	Muhlenberg Library	Adults
2 p.m.	Teen Advisory Let your voice be heard in the 115th Street Branch Library Teen Advisory Group . Whats happening in your world ? whats the hottest book or cd ? what programs does the library need?	115th Street Library, Alvin Ailey Community Room	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
2 p.m.	Ballet Exercise Class for Adults Come dance with us! Here’s your chance to experience the ballerina in each of us. Learn basic ballet steps and experience the joy of dancing in a class that combines ballet and exercise specifically for older adults. You’ll have fun as you dance and see for yourself the benefits of ballet for good balance, agility and grace. Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to have fun. Come for the whole month or just drop in. No experience necessary. About the instructor: Jennifer Grambs, trained in… Registration required: In-person, in advance	67th Street Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
2:30 p.m.	Facebook Basics Learn about the online social network Facebook. Registration required: In-person, at registration	58th Street Library, Computer Classroom	Adults, 50+, Adults
2:30 p.m.	Google Series: Gmail Learn how Gmail works, sign up for a free email account, and learn about sending, replying to forwarding messages and attachments. Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor PC Lab	Adults
3 p.m.	Citizen Cartography @NYPL: Building a Virtual Atlas of New York Help NYPL build the geospatial library of the future! This workshop will get you oriented with the set of tools the Library has developed (available at maps.nypl.org) that enables librarians and the general public to add valuable geographic context to old maps by overlaying digital images of historical maps onto a contemporary digital map through a process called georectification, or “warping” maps. This means overlaying digital images of historic maps onto a contemporary digital map (similar to… First come, first served	Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, South Court Classroom A	Adults
3 p.m.	Aprenda a Usar el Teclado y Ratón. Aprenda cómo usar el ratón de la computadora y practique sus habilidades con el teclado.	Washington Heights Library	Adults
3 p.m.	Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served	Harlem Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
3:30 p.m.	Buzzy Bots and Crawly Critters This is a FREE hands-on, science workshop series for kids. Children will explore and discuss the differences between living and non-living things through building robots and studying live pill bugs and crayfish. Space is limited, so please register in advance at the library! Week 2: Pillbugs Tuesday June 2th at 3:30 Week 3: Artbot Tuesday June 9th at 3:30 Week 4: Crayfish *Monday June 15th at 2:30 Please contact Allie Affinito at alessandraaffinito@nypl.org or call 212-964…	Chatham Square Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
4 p.m.	Super Hero Canvas Art Collage a canvas reusing comic books and turn your favorite superheros into one of a kind pieces of art. For ages 12 to 18 years old. Presented by Jailin Acevedo.	Seward Park Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
4 p.m.	Life as a Bug This is a FREE hands-on, science workshop series for kids. Children will explore and discuss the differences between living and non-living things through building robots and studying live pill bugs and crayfish. Space is limited, so please register in advance at the library. 212-477-6770 Registration required: Phone or in-person	Seward Park Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
4 p.m.	Teen Tech Time @ Hamilton Grange Need extra computer time? Want to add some bling to your social media sites? Research colleges? Edit video? Learn about our electronic resources and more!	Hamilton Grange Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
4 p.m.	Hands-on! Learn and explore through simple crafts, experiments or activities based in scientific, mathematic or artistic principles. Great for kids 5 and up.	115th Street Library	School Age (5-12 years), Children
4 p.m.	Art Explorers Join us for stories and a craft that involves the senses and art education concepts in a fun setting. For ages 3 -5yrs. No pre-registration required. Limited to 25 children: first come, first served. Projects may be messy or stain clothes. Smocks recommended.	67th Street Library	Children, Pre-schoolers (3-5 years), Children
4 p.m.	Map Your World Participants will explore mapmaking as a tool for telling their stories and imagining new worlds! We will look at examples of maps in the NYPL’s collections, including but not limited to historical maps, fantasy maps, web maps, and artist’s maps. Inspired by our research, we will create maps individually and collaboratively using a variety of visual media including drawing, collage, painting, printmaking, and digital imaging. For ages 12 to 18 years old. Presented by Community-Word Project.	Mulberry Street Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
4 p.m.	Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served	Harlem Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
4 p.m.	Stop Motion Productions: Four Workshops, Four Films This is a FREE hands-on, tech-based workshop series for teens. You’ll get to use an iPad and clay, pipe cleaners, and other craft materials to create a stop-motion video like you might have seen in Coraline or The Boxtrolls, and along the way you’ll learn about how emotion can be depicted, how professionals use armatures, and the elements of a story. Ages 12-18. Space is limited, so please register in advance at the library. Registration required: In-person, in advance	125th Street Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
4:30 p.m.	Android Accessibility Basics Please register for this workshop by emailing chanceyfleet@nypl.org or calling (212) 621-0627. Android tablets and phones include accessibility features for people who are blind, have low vision, or have other disabilities. You’ll learn about what accessibility features are available on different versions of Android; how to enable and use settings for magnification and speech feedback; and where to go online to learn more about using Android accessibility features. This workshop will be d…	Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library	Adults
5 p.m.	Walk Into eBooks Join us weekly for walk in eBook help and learn how to load library eBooks on your eReader. Every Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:30pm. Sessions are first come first serve. Please arrive by 6:10pm. What to bring: · Your eReading Devise (all devices) · Your USB Cord (Kindle, Nook, and Sony eReader) · Your Laptop Computer (Nook and Sony eReader) · Please know all passwords for your Amazon (Kindle) and App Store (Apple and Android Devices) accounts.	St. Agnes Library	Adults

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International Lolita Day in NYC

June 7, 2015 Published by: Midtown Tribune NYC

High fashion is a New York staple, but for the first time, city dwellers and tourists alike saw Manhattan overrun with ‘lolitas’ on June 6 for International Lolita Day.

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Taiwan Day on Union Square

May 18, 2015 Published by: Midtown Tribune NYC

Festival that celebrates Taiwanese American Heritage Week designated by the Congress in 1999. New Yorkers who are not traveling out of town during the Memorial Day Weekend are encouraged to take the Subway for a trip to Taiwan – May 24, 2015

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Marco Rubio takes risk with Iraq War answer

May 18, 2015 Published by: Midtown Tribune NYC

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Free Classes NYPL

May 11, 2015 Published by: Midtown Tribune NYC

MONDAY, MAY 11, 2015
10 a.m.	Advanced MS Word 2010 Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Word 2010. Topics include mail merge, tables, text boxes, headers and footers, footnotes and endnotes. Prerequisite: MS Word 2010 for Beginners Registration required: Phone or in-person	Riverside Library	Adults
10 a.m.	iPad Basics This course will cover some basic features of the iPad. Learn the hardware, some settings, navigation and app basics. Workshop will begin at 10:00 a.m. Computers are provided but you can bring your own too. NOTE: Monday computer classes now begin at 10 am, not 11 am.	St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab	Adults, 50+, Adults
10 a.m.	Cree su propia página web Parte 2 – Create your own website (Spanish) De los primeros pasos para crear su propia página web.	Parkchester Library, Computer Lab	Adults
10 a.m.	Google Series: Gmail Learn how Gmail works, sign up for a free email account, and learn about sending, replying to forwarding messages and attachments. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Chatham Square Library	Adults
10 a.m.	Open Lab – Computer Basics Need basic computer skills? Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Facebook? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!	Tompkins Square Library, First Floor	Adults
10 a.m.	Open Lab Need an extra computer appointment? Then come down to West Farms Library and use our laptops!	West Farms Library	Adults
10 a.m.	Intro to Acting “Intro to Acting” – Designed for anyone who wants to learn more about acting. An overview of the acting profession is explored, along w/ the tools and techniques it takes to make it this profession. We will examine how the industry works and how actors get started, such a what ‘Type’ you are? Whether a leading man/woman type, or are you more of a character type? Being a very visual industry, students will not only share how they see themselves, but recognize how others perceive them as well.…	Morris Park Library	Adults
10 a.m.	Money Matters: Sesiones de coaching Estas sesiones son gratuitas y confidenciales, y le ayudarán a aprender asuntos financieros de manera personalizada. El programa Money Matters es totalmente flexible—usted decide qué necesita y puede seleccionar los talleres y sesiones de coaching en la combinación que mejor le funcione. No hay necesidad de llevar consigo ni de mostrar información privada. El servicio de sesiones individuales de coaching le puede ayudar a hacer un plan para: Establecer metas financieras Crear un presupuesto…	New Dorp Library	Adults, Immigrants
10 a.m.	Clases de computacion privadas / Free private computer classes Si desea aprender a navegar el internet obtener un correo electrónico con Yahoo, Hotmail, Gmail. O desea ayuda con tu Facebook, Skype, Oovoo, Tableta personal, Laptop, Nook.Puede llamar a la biblioteca de Hunt’s Point Library y preguntar por Caroline, para las clase privada tiene que llamar y hacer una cita. Las clases son por una hora solamente Tenemos clases privada en la mañana t en la tarde.,usted elige la hora y el dia que usted quiere tomar las clases privada. Do you need help with… Registration required: Phone or in-person	Hunts Point Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
10 a.m.	The Broadway Hackathon New York Public Library and Masie Productions invite hackers, creative thinkers and Broadway fans to join us for the first New York City Broadway Hackathon at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts on May 11th and 12th. Register now to reserve your spot and help shape the event! We will provide meals, coffee, WiFi, and access to Broadway-related data from the archives of the library. Participants will be invited to design and develop apps and prototypes that will : Leverage the…	New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center	Adults
10:15 a.m.	Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!	Eastchester Library	Adults
10:15 a.m.	Open Computer lab The Computer lab is open for public use	Morningside Heights, Computer Classroom	Adults
10:30 a.m.	Canceled Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served	Throg’s Neck Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
11 a.m.	Knitting and Crochet.	Spuyten Duyvil Library	Adults
11 a.m.	Tech Connect Have a question about your email attachments? Need to know how to configure itunes? How can I upload pictures to facebook? Where can I find a good laptop for basic emailing? Come in and ask at the front desk for tech help. Staff available throughout the day if you need assistance.	High Bridge Library	Adults, 50+, Book Lovers, Businesspeople, Children, Infant (0-18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Pre-schoolers (3-5 years), School Age (5-12 years), College & Graduate Students, English Language Learners, Families, Immigrants, Job Seekers, NYPL Supporters, Parents/Caregivers, Persons with Disabilities, Persons Without Homes, Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, K-12 Educators, College/Graduate School Educators, Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years), Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years), Adults, Children, Teachers
11 a.m.	Advanced MS Excel 2010 Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2010. Topics include using formulas and functions, data sorting and conditional formatting.	St. Agnes Library	Adults
11 a.m.	NYPL Tech Connect: Email for Beginners (English) Learn how email works, sign up for a free email account, and learn about sending, replying to, forwarding messages and attachments. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Castle Hill Library Array	Adults
11 a.m.	One on One Resume Workshop This hands-on class will guide you through formatting your resume in Microsoft Word. Please bring a written draft of your resume and a USB drive to save and/or print your resume. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Port Richmond Library	Adults, College & Graduate Students, Job Seekers, Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years), Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
11 a.m.	Roaring Chorus Learn the Basics of Singing and Enjoy Building Music Skills in a Choral Workshop with Staten Island’s Musical Chairs Ensemble. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Richmondtown Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
11 a.m.	Stay Well Exercise Join us for a FREE, fun Stay Well exercise session. Stay Well volunteers certified by the NYC’s Department for the aging will lead participants in a well-balanced series of exercises for seniors of all ability levels. Please wear loose comfortable clothing. Exercise equipment will be provided. All participants are required to sign a Physical Activity Consent/Release at the beginning of the class.	67th Street Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
11 a.m.	Adult Tech Lab For one hour: -Free computer time for the duration of the program! -Practice your skills from a previous class or learn how to use the mouse and keyboard if you are new to computers. **Feel free to ask brief questions! First come, first served	67th Street Library	Adults
11:15 a.m.	Knit-and-Crochet Along Are you interested in knitting or crochet, and hope to find a fun group to knit or crochet with on a regular basis? We have the group for you! Our Knit and Crochet Along group will be testing different patterns and attempting various techniques. Join us as we test and explore these new patterns! Please Bring With You: – Any Knitting and Crochet Supplies, including hooks, and yarn. First come, first served	West New Brighton Library	Adults
11:30 a.m.	Quilting Essentials for beginners and Beyond	Great Kills Library, Community Room	Adults
12 noon	Computer Basics In this session you will learn the components of a computer and how to utilize them.	Wakefield Library	Adults
12 noon	Canceled One on One Computer Help 1 on 1 Computer Help	Port Richmond Library	Adults
12 noon	Adult Open Lab Need extra time on a laptop or computer? Need help opening a document from a USB? Dont know how to send and email? We can help. Have your questions answered and become computer savvy.	Macomb’s Bridge Library	Adults
12:15 p.m.	Google Series: Google Docs/Drive Learn how to create, edit and share online documents using Google’s ever-evolving word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and calendar programs. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Dongan Hills Library	Adults, 50+, Businesspeople, College & Graduate Students, Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years), Adults
12:30 p.m.	Open Lab No laptops or computers available at the moment? Want to practice your newly acquired computer skills? Need help mastering your electronic devices? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served	Muhlenberg Library, Conference Room	Adults, 50+, Adults
1 p.m.	Money Matters: 信用 (Mandarin) CREDIT: 信用在美國要實現理財目標，信用是非常重要的工具。在這次講座中，您將瞭解不同種類的信用工具及各自的優點。另外，您還將瞭解如何建立自己的信用記錄、信用記錄的重要性以及如何負責任地使用信用。這次講座還會向您說明，使用ITIN作為工具來建立信用記錄的意義所在。免費財務講座以及用廣東話和普通話進行的一對一輔導服務幫助您實現最佳理財成果。網站: nypl.org/money The New York Public Library’s Money Matters series is made possible thanks to the generous support of McGraw Hill Financial.…	Chatham Square Library	Adults, 50+, English Language Learners, Immigrants, Adults
1 p.m.	Facebook Basics Learn about the online social network Facebook. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Mulberry Street Library	Adults
1 p.m.	Introduction to Computers at Pilot Cove /Including 1 on 1 Senior citizens at Pilot Cove can come to Grace Church down the block on City Island for an introduction to computers and internet. Maximum number of persons is three. Every Monday at 1:00 p.m. We also offer one on one tutorials on introduction to computers here in the library. Please call or come in to make an appointment. Open to all. 718-885-1703	City Island Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
1:15 p.m.	Mutual Funds & ETFs This class clarifies the differences between mutual funds and ETFs. We explain concepts such as net asset value and capital gains distributions, and demonstrate how to read a mutual fund statement. Click here for more SIBL programs and classes!	Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Training Room 3	Adults, Businesspeople, Job Seekers
2 p.m.	Jewelry Making with Gwendolyn Lawson This hand on class will teach basic jewelry making techniques. From an assortment of GLASS beads you will create your own style of earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Discover how easy it is to design and make your own jewelry. No experience is necessary. All materials and tools are provided. Gwendolyn Jenkins-Lawson is a New York City self-taught artisan. Her unique style of jewelry design combines different glass textures, textiles and wood. Ms. Jenkins-Lawson has her own line of handcrafted… Registration required: Phone or in-person	Riverdale Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
2 p.m.	Downloading NYPL eBooks Electronic books, e-audio books, digital music and video – all available through NYPL’s website! Learn how to take advantage of free access to new media from the comfort of your own home. Registration required: In-person, in advance	Bronx Library Center, Technology Training Center	Adults
2 p.m.	Open Lab Mondays Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get assistance! First come, first served	Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center	Adults
2 p.m.	Riverdale Knitting Circle Gather with other knitters, and perhaps pick up a few tips and tricks as you work on your own creations.	Riverdale Library	Adults
2:30 p.m.	Legal Resources A tour of consumer related print and non-print resources, including databases and websites, to get you started when looking for a legal professional, local government and other related information. Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor PC Lab	Adults
2:30 p.m.	Advanced MS Excel 2010 Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2010. Topics include using formulas and functions, data sorting and conditional formatting.	Morningside Heights, Computer Classroom	Adults, 50+, Adults
3 p.m.	Knitting and Crochet Club Adults can come learn the basics of knitting or crochet or share ideas and patterns.	Westchester Square Library	Adults
3 p.m.	Correo Electronico Avanzado Aprenda a manejar sus contactos a través de la libreta de direcciones, y cómo enviar y recibir archivos de documentos e imágenes como archivos adjuntos de correo electrónico.	Washington Heights Library	Adults

MONDAY, MAY 11, 2015
3 p.m.	Photoshop CS6 for Beginners Learn how to enhance photos using the # 1 photo editing software in the world; Adobe Photoshop. In this class you the features of Photoshop and learn about layers and use them to minpulate images to your desire. Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor Mac Lab	Adults
3 p.m.	Buzzy Bots and Crawly Critters This is a FREE hands-on, science workshop series for kids.Children will explore and discuss the differences between living and non-living things through building robots and studying live pill bugs and crayfish. Space is limited, so please register in advance at the library.	Clason’s Point Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
3 p.m.	Canceled One on One Computer Help 1 on 1 Computer Help	Port Richmond Library	Adults
3:15 p.m.	Researching the 5 Ps of Your Marketing Plan: Product, People ,Price, Plan, and Promotion How to research the 5 P’s to help you arrive at informed marketing decisions, increasing the potential for your business to grow. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis. Click here for more SIBL programs and classes!	Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Training Room 3	Adults, Job Seekers
3:30 p.m.	SciLab @ NYPL (STEM) STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs for children ages 5 to 12 promote the opportunity to explore the natural world through workshops, project-based learning and scientific experiments. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
3:30 p.m.	Monday Madness Come join us for either a fun craft, short movie, or a surprise activity. First come, first served	New Amsterdam Library, Auditorium	Children, Pre-schoolers (3-5 years), School Age (5-12 years), Children
3:30 p.m.	Color-me-Happy Enjoy coloring pictures or doing puzzles with other children.	Allerton Library, Children’s Room	Children, Toddlers (18-36 months), Pre-schoolers (3-5 years), School Age (5-12 years), Children
3:30 p.m.	Homework Help Could you use some help with your homework? Volunteers from Bard High School Early College are here to assist students in grades K-5 achieve their best on school assignments!	Hamilton Fish Park Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
3:30 p.m.	Craft-A-Way Get crafty at the Hunt’s Point Branch Crafts for the Month: May 4th: Popsicle Stick Flowers May 18th: Popsicle Stick Bird Feeders	Hunts Point Library, Children’s Room	Families
3:30 p.m.	Teen Lab Teens meet at the Allerton lab and utilize library resources to do homework.	Allerton Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
3:30 p.m.	Teen Tech Time Teens, come and get the opportunity to explore technology and learn something new about some of the websites and apps you already use in your everyday life!	Port Richmond Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years), Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
4 p.m.	Networking: Turning Business Cards into a Business Network Being of service to your network can turn your stack of business cards into a network of people who are committed to helping you achieve your goals. In this workshop, we’ll cover: Introducing yourself in 45 seconds or less Targeted listening to identify ways to help others Categorizing and leveraging your network Practicing your skills in a guided speed networking exercise Presented by Sole Strivers	Grand Concourse Library	Adults
4 p.m.	Spring Gardening Workshop Decorate a flower pot and then plant your seeds. Take it home and watch it grow! All materials will be provided.	Hunts Point Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
4 p.m.	KidsLearn@NYPL Learn about how to use the computer, the NYPL catalog, other available online resources for kids.	Belmont Library and Enrico Fermi Cultural Center, Children’s Room	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
4 p.m.	Kusudama Flowers Learn how to create fun, complex, and amazing origami flowers. A perfect activity for spring. This is a free event for ages 12-18.	Seward Park Library	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
4 p.m.	Study Zone Looking for a quiet space to do your homework, study zone is the place for you! Join other teens looking for quiet time to work on their homework and other school related projects.	Bronx Library Center, Teen Center	Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
4 p.m.	Crazy 4 Science:Buzzy Bots and Crawly Critters This is a FREE hands-on, science workshop series for kids. Children will explore and discuss the differences between living and non-living things through building robots and studying live pill bugs and crayfish. Space is limited to up to 15 children. First come, first serve.	Hamilton Grange Library, Children’s Room	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
4 p.m.	Buzzy Bots and Crawly Critters Calling out all scientists out there. Come and make your own Bristle Bot and enjoy experimenting with it! Registration required: In-person, in advance	Tremont Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
4 p.m.	Creative Arts Hands-on projects using a variety of skills.	Sedgwick Library, Community Room	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
4:30 p.m.	Open Lab – Individualized Help with Technology Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Want to start an online job search? Bring technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Hands on help using the computers in the CRW lab. Computers are provided but if you have your own laptop, tablet or smartphone, you are welcome and encouraged to bring that too.	Seward Park Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
4:30 p.m.	MS Word 2010 for Beginners Learn the basic features of Microsoft Word 2010, a word processing program you can use to create documents. Registration required: In-person, at registration	58th Street Library, Computer Classroom	Adults, 50+, Adults
4:30 p.m.	MS PowerPoint for Beginners Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images and clipart, and running your slideshow. Registration required: Phone or in-person	Edenwald Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
4:45 p.m.	Open Computer lab The Computer lab is open for public use	Morningside Heights, Computer Classroom	Adults
5 p.m.	Supervised Open Lab Need some help mastering your electronic devices? Are you having trouble with your email? Interested in using the internet – online shopping, banking? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter, Facebook or other messaging apps? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance.	Parkchester Library, Computer Lab	Adults
5 p.m.	Evening Computer Classes Computer Basics – Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications. Internet Basics – An introduction to the Internet, including getting connected, using a web browser, and navigating web pages. Learn how to find information online using search engines and subject directories. Email Basics – Learn how email works, sign up for a free email account, and learn about sending, replyin…	Clason’s Point Library, Community Meeting Room	Adults
5 p.m.	Homework Help Join us every Monday for help with school studies. Library staff and volunteers will be on hand to provide study assistance for children in grades 1-6.	Mariners Harbor Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
5 p.m.	Homework Help Need extra help with your Math or Science homework? Sit in with our volunteer tutor and work out those head scratching questions. For children in grades K-7. Please register for a session.	Bloomingdale Library	Children, School Age (5-12 years), Children
5:15 p.m.	Getting the Most out of the NYPL Catalog Explore our catalog. Search for books and other materials, learn how to place holds, rate an item, add items to your shelves, look at reviews and create lists. Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor PC Lab	Adults
5:30 p.m.	Monthly Meditation: Meditation for Healthy Living The scientific community has recently been exploring the use of meditation as a healing modality. Join our speakers for a monthly series as they discuss the extraordinary effect of meditation to reduce stress-related responses, improve concentration, enhance clarity of thought and mental equilibrium. Speakers will also present a simple, yet powerful, meditation technique that can enrich one’s well being. Meditation is easy to learn and can bring about a sense of peace, calm and balance. Through…	Grand Central Library, Community Room	Adults
5:30 p.m.	Open Lab – Individualized Help with Technology Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Want to start an online job search? Bring technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Hands on help using the computers in the CRW lab. Computers are provided but if you have your own laptop, tablet or smartphone, you are welcome and encouraged to bring that too.	Seward Park Library	Adults, 50+, Adults
6 p.m.	Advanced MS Word 2010 Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Word 2010. Topics include mail merge, tables, text boxes, headers and footers, footnotes and endnotes. Registration required: In-person, in advance	Bronx Library Center, Technology Training Center	Adults
6 p.m.	Supervised Open Lab Need some help mastering your electronic devices? Are you having trouble with your email? Interested in using the internet – online shopping, banking? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter, Facebook or other messaging apps? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance.	Parkchester Library, Computer Lab	Adults
6 p.m.	Meditation at the Library Feel the energy within. Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress and increase wellness. If you’re having trouble juggling the challenges in your life, Sahaja Meditation can help you manage stress, master your emotions and find solutions to your problems. You’ll enjoy better health, better focus, and a deeper understanding of the universe and your place in it.	Kingsbridge Library	Adults
6:15 p.m.	Digital Storytelling Using iMovie Discuss techniques of using digital tools to tell stories. Learn how to use Apple’s popular iMovie software to combine words, images, video, and other media into a compelling narrative. Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor Mac Lab	Adults
6:30 p.m.	Tai Chi for All Tai chi is a system of exercises practiced at a steady meditative pace. Gentle movements coordinated with deep breathing invigorate and heal the body, clear the mind and create inner peace and harmony. Tai chi fosters the ability to face the world with openness and fearlessness and find the sacred dimension of everyday life. Dino Blanche, who has been a teacher of tai chi, jujitsu and self-defense for over 40 years, will facilitate this workshop.	Mariners Harbor Library	Adults
6:30 p.m.	Money Matters: Vivienda Taller: Vivienda La vivienda es uno de los gastos más grandes y más importantes para todos. Este taller le dará información para que pueda tomar las mejores decisiones para sus opciones de vivienda basándose en sus ingresos y su presupuesto. También aprenderá acerca de los recursos disponibles para los inquilinos por si llegara a tener algún problema con su arrendador. Además aprenderá acerca de las estafas más comunes en la Ciudad de Nueva York y cómo prevenir ser víctima de las mismas. Presé…	Mid-Manhattan Library	Adults, 50+, English Language Learners, Immigrants, Adults
6:30 p.m.	Warm Your Heart Project: Knitting and Crochet Meet Up Get involved with the Warm Your Heart Project, which creates scarves for the homeless and underserved of New York City. The goal is to have 500 scarves to distribute to the needy by October 2015. Help us reach this goal! Not a knitter or crocheter? No problem! It’s easy to pick up, and there are other knitters and crocheters willing to instruct you at the meet-up. Materials will be available to work with, but if you have some needles and yarn of your own, please feel free to bring some al…	Mariners Harbor Library	Adults
7 p.m.	Supervised Open Lab Need some help mastering your electronic devices? Are you having trouble with your email? Interested in using the internet – online shopping, banking? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter, Facebook or other messaging apps? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance.	Parkchester Library, Computer Lab	Adults
8:30 p.m.	MS Office Open Lab Took a MS Office class and you need practice? Do you have questions on how to use the skills you learned? Bring your Office questions and get one-on-one assistance! Registration required: Online	Mid-Manhattan Library, 4th Floor Mac Lab	Adults