November 2011 Events at the Blount County Public Library
Dear Friends,
A time of harvest, a time of thanksgiving! We hope you have a joyful season of thanks with family and friends!
At the library, several initiatives continue: Career Coach, a bus equipped with internet computers and staff to help with resumé writing, job listings and computers for job search, will visit; the collaborative effort with Office on Aging will continue the series of programs for seniors by addressing Medicare Advantage plans, Supplement plans and Part D plans-and how to select the option that is best for you; and the library invites you to celebrate "Tellabration! Musical Stories and Tales" with storytellers Dianne Hackworth and Faye Wooden who will provide tips on how to establish a legacy of family stories and ballads in your family; and computer courses will continue to be offered, available only by registering at the Reference Desk.
And, believe it or not, holiday concerts begin soon, with the Maryville Area Dulcimer Club kicking off the season with a program of traditional music along with some holiday tunes. Then, on the Monday after Thanksgiving, Rejoice Choir will perform the first full-fledged holiday concert, with other community, schools and church music groups continuing the slate of seasonal music. In the midst of the concerts, on Monday, December 5, the library is working with the City of Maryville Tree Lighting (outdoors for good weather; indoors for inclement weather) and the Parks and Recreation Santa in the Library event where children can greet and have their photograph taken (for FREE!) with the jolly old elf himself!
HOLIDAY MUSIC / CONCERTS - November & part of December, 2011
(865) 982-0981 or 273-1436
Hammer Dulcimer
For this season's Holiday Concerts series, the library invites local school, community or church music groups to perform at the library. Please contact Joan VanSickle Sloan at 865-273-1408 to set up a date and time for the performance.
§Monday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m., "Maryville Area Dulcimer Club Concert." For its second annual concert at the library, the Dulcimer Club will present a mix of traditional and holiday music. The concert will be in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Monday, November 28, 7:00 p.m.,"Rejoice Ladies Choir," directed by Dana Huskey, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Tuesday, November 29, 11:30 a.m., "William Blount High School Singers," under the direction of Carol Bellgrau, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Tuesday, November 29, 2:30 p.m., "William Blount High School Beginning Choir," under the direction of Carol Bellgrau, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Wednesday, November 30, 1:00 p.m., "William Blount High School Concert Choir," under the direction of Carol Bellgrau, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Wednesday, November 30, 2:30 p.m., "William Blount High School Cadence Choir," under the direction of Carol Bellgrau, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Thursday, December 1, 7:00 p.m., "Evensong Handbell Choir and Asagao Handbell Choir," under the direction of Susan Daves of First United Methodist Church, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Monday, December 5, 6:30 p.m.,"City of Maryville Tree Lighting," at the end of the Pedestrian Bridge across from the library (or, in the event of inclement weather, in the Reading Rotunda of the library).
§Monday, December 5, 7:30 p.m.,"Santa in the Library, sponsored by the City of Maryville and Parks and Recreation," will give children the opportunity to meet and be photographed (free) with Santa Claus indoors at the library.
§Wednesday, December 7, 11:00 a.m.,"Eagleton Elementary Choir," under the direction of James Gann, will perform a concert of holiday tunes in the library's Reading Rotunda.
§Thursday, December 8, 11:30 a.m.,"Heritage Middle School Mustang Singers Choir," under the direction of Carol Ward, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Saturday, December 10, 2:00 p.m.,"Grace Notes Flute Choir," a multi-instrument flute ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Sue Swilley, will perform a holiday concert in the Reading Rotunda of the library.
§Tuesday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m., "Appalachian Tales and Heartland Adventures" by Bill Landry. Hosted by the Blount County Genealogical and Historical Society, Landry will relate stories from his new book, Appalachian Tales and Heartland Adventures, and talk of his years as a TV personality and producer on the long-running show, "The Heartland Series." The presentation and book signing--before and after the program--will be in the Sharon Lawson Room.
§Wednesday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: "Looking for a Job? Come to the Career Coach" to look for a job or write a resume. Get help with job search, resumé preparation, online applications and interview skills at the Career Coach, a 35-foot bus with computer workstations and staff to assist you in your job hunt. The internet database has job listings for throughout the state. The bus will also be at the library on Dec. 14 and Jan. 11. For more information, check out the website at www.getonthecoach.tn.gov or at www.facebook.com/GetOnTheCoach . The Career Coach bus will be parked in the library parking lot area nearest First Tennessee Bank.
§Friday, November 11, the library will be closed due to Veterans Day.
§Tuesday, Nov. 15, 5:30 p.m., "Blount County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting," in the Board Room.
§Thursday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m., "Tellabration! Musical Stories and Tales" by Dianne Hackworth and Faye Wooden. Have you ever considered making family stories and music a part of the legacy that is passed along to children and grandchildren? These two veteran storytellers will tell some of their family tales and Appalachian legends and will perform some musical ballads that set these stories to music. Come learn tips for creating and passing along your own family stories and music. The presentation will be in the Sharon Lawson Room.
§Thursday and Friday, November 24 & 25, the library will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
§Wednesday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: "Understanding Medicare Plan Choices: Supplement, Advantage and Part D (Prescription) Options" by Don Walker, D.Ph., pharmacist and owner of Village Pharmacy, and David Holden, Manager, Affordable Medicine Options for Seniors at Knoxville-Knox County CAC Office on Aging. If you're confused about the plan choices or the changes in Medicare-related plans, don't feel alone. The sheer number of options for plans can be mind-boggling. Two professionals will explain the differences between Medicare Supplement plans, Advantage plans and the separate Part D prescription plans. They will also explain how to determine which plan is appropriate for you and your situation. Seniors are invited to bring family members or caregivers with them to this presentation. The speakers will be available after the presentation to answer questions. The program, co-sponsored by the library and the Blount County Office on Aging, will be in the Sharon Lawson Room.
NEW! COMPUTER COURSES - Registration Required!: December 2011 & January 2012
The library received funds from the federal Library Service and Technology Act grant, an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act stimulus grant, with matching funds from the Blount County Friends of the Library. With those funds, the library installed a 20-laptop computer lab.
These courses are free and suitable for people seeking new employment or promotions at their current workplace. Each course is sequential, so participants need to attend all class sessions. Registration is required.
The computer courses being offered at the library in December and January (November classes are already full!) will be Welcome to the World of Computers (an introduction to computers class), and Microsoft Word 2010. Starting in the spring of 2012, Microsoft Excel 2010 will also be offered.
Registration is required for these free classes. To register, call the Blount County Public Library's reference department at 273-1436 or 982-0981, ext. 4. Each class is limited to 20 participants and will be conducted in the library's new computer lab. People who register and do not show up for class will not be permitted to take a course for any future time in this calendar year.
The class schedule for December will be:
Welcome to the World of Computers Schedule (afternoons)
Tuesday, December 6 2:00 - 4:00
Wednesday, December 7 2:00 - 4:00
Tuesday, December 13 2:00 - 4:00
Wednesday, December 14 2:00 - 4:00
OR (evenings)
Tuesday, December 6 6:00 - 8:50
Tuesday, December 13 6:00 - 8:50
You need to attend all sessions of either set of classes because it is a progressive course that adds information in sequence at each session.
Microsoft Word 2010 Schedule (afternoons):
Tuesday, January 10 2:00 - 4:00
Wednesday, January 11 2:00 - 4:00
Tuesday, January 17 2:00 - 4:00
Wednesday, January 18 2:00 - 4:00
Tuesday, January 24 2:00 - 4:00
Wednesday, January 25 2:00 - 4:00
OR (evenings)
Tuesday, January 10 6:00 - 8:50
Tuesday, January 17 6:00 - 8:50
Tuesday, January 24 6:00 - 8:50
You need to attend all sessions of either set of classes because it is a progressive course that adds information in sequence at each session.
For more information, go to the Blount County Public Library Reference Desk or call (865) 273-1436 or 982-0981, ext. 4.
NEXT CHAPTER BOOK CLUB: November 2011
If interested in attending this book club, call Lorrie Crockett, Coordinator for ETTAC, at (865) 219-0130.
Saturdays, November 5, 12 & 19, 1 p.m., "Next Chapter Book Club," coordinated by Lorrie Crockett and East Tennessee Technology Access Center (ETTAC), invites people with disabilities to join the group to read and discuss a book together each Saturday at the library's Bookmark Cafe. The purpose of the book club is to meet weekly to promote socialization and inclusion of people with disabilities in community settings while reading to learn. Call Lorrie Crockett at (865) 219-0130 for more information.
TEEN PROGRAMS: November 2011 Phone (865) 273-143
Saturdays, 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., "Play Chess at the Library: Every Saturday." Middle and high school students are invited to play chess with friends. Tom Jobe will coach most Saturdays in the Teen Central area of the library.
Returning in January: "Teens Write Now"- Watch for further announcements.
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS: November 2011 Phone: 273-1414
The library will be closed November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
The library will be closed November 24 and 25 for Thanksgiving.
Saturday, November 5, 2:00 pm, Beary Special Story Hour will be presented by Vicki Wilson, a volunteer for the Appalachian Bear Rescue Center. Enjoy bear stories and learn about the important work of the rescue center.
Sunday, November 13, 2:00 pm, "Every Child Ready to Read" Workshop for parents, family members, and teachers of preschoolers. Children's Librarian, Jean Closz, will offer a program designed to teach activities that will help children's development of early literacy skills that lead to reading and school readiness. Bring your baby or toddler to the workshop and experience reading with your child. The workshop is FREE and will meet in the Dorothy Herron Room A.
Saturday, November 19, 11:00 am, Children's Tellabration Storytelling presented by the Smoky Mountain Storytellers Association. The tales will be told in the Reading Pond.
Elementary Age Activities:
Monday, Nov. 14 and 28, 6:30 pm, "Amigos" Spanish Stories and Crafts for Ages Pre-K through 3rd grade. Learn early Spanish language skills while enjoying stories read by Regina Greene. Meet every other Monday evening for this fun-filled story and activity time.
Thursday, 4:00 pm, NEW! Adventures in Imagination, Elementary Age Chapter Book Read-Aloud. Listen to popular chapter books read by Julie Cagle. Enjoy activities and surprises each week as you are introduced to book series, hilarious tales, and exciting adventures.
Pre-School Story Hours:
Tuesday and Friday, 10:00 am, Tales of Wonder Story Hours for ages 3-5 include stories, puppets, coloring, and crafts presented by Nancy Allee, Jean Closz, and Becca Baker.
Wednesday, 10:30 am, Toddler's Tadpole Tales story hour for ages two and under includes stories, songs & movement, rhyme time, puppets, coloring, and crafts. Presented by Jean Closz.
EXHIBITS - November 2011: Each month, up to 13 different exhibits of fine art, both two-dimensional and three-dimensional, and collections of interesting objects, historic items, documents and artifacts, are set up at the library for the public to enjoy. Anyone interested in sharing a collection or artwork should contact the library's community outreach coordinator, Joan VanSickle Sloan, at 273-1408.
"Maryville Christian School Student Art" Exhibit, under the instruction of Tamyra Parks, on the Art Panels at the Reading Rotunda.
"Historic Miniature/Small Scale Fire Trucks: 1912-1993" Exhibit by Bill Sloan, in one vertical case in the Entry Rotunda and one gallery display case in the Main Gallery across from the Bookmark Cafe.
"Crystal, English House Replicas & Birds" Exhibit by Carol Thomas, in one square pedestal display case in the Entry Rotunda of the library.
"Tea Cups and Saucers" Exhibit by Carol Thomas and Jane Smith, in one square pedestal display case in the Entry Rotunda of the library.
"Blount County Potters Guild" Exhibit coordinated by Marian Schlauch, in one vertical and one square pedestal display case in the Entry Rotunda of the library.
"Boy Scout Patches" Exhibit by Ken Cornett, in one Gallery display case across from the Bookmark Café.
"Fine Art Exhibit" by members of the Blount County Arts & Crafts Guild, coordinated by Lyda Plemons, on Art Wall at the Bookmark Café and on two easels in Sitting Areas of the Main Gallery of the library.
"Knoxville Opera Company" poster exhibit by Brian Salesky on one easel in the Sitting Areas of the Main Gallery.
"Thanksgiving" Exhibit by Library staff in Genealogy display case in the Reference Genealogy area of the library.
"Circulation" exhibit by Circulation staff on shelves behind counters of the Circulation Desks and on New Books shelves in the Main Gallery of the Library.
Further Information:
Free and open to the public, the program is at the Blount County Public Library, located at 508 N. Cusick Street, Maryville.
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Contact Info
Blount County Public Library, 508 N. Cusick Street, Maryville, TN 37804
