Lithgow Library Events Calendar 2010
All Programs are Free and Open to the Public
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Lithgow Summer Concert Series
Join us on the first and third Thursdays in July, August, and September for our Summer Concert Series at 6:30 PM. The series is free and open to the public, thanks to our sponsors Kennebec Savings Bank and Augusta Fuel Co. The series will feature a variety of musical acts, for a full list please see our flyer.
The Chas lester Duo will be performing on Thursday September 2nd at 6:30 PM - come listen to an acoustic mix of original music and unconventional covers.
Book Sale in September
Great news for book lovers! The Friends of Lithgow Library have a secured a site for their annual book sale. The sale will be held on Friday September 17 from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday September 18 from 9:00 AM until noon. The sale will be held in the former Musician's Choice store at King's Court, Western Avenue, Augusta.
We can now accept your donations of gently used books, audio books, CD's and DVD's. No condensed books, textbooks, encyclopedias or moldy items please!
Donations may be dropped off at the Friends of Lithgow Library Book Sale site the following times:
- Wednesdays in August 9-12
- Thursdays in August 9-12 and 6-7:30
- Saturdays in August 9-11
Computer Classes
We will be offering classes this year:
Introduction to the Computer – Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
October 6, December 1, February 2, April 6
Practice using the mouse, and become more familiar with using a computer. This class will not cover the internet.
Introduction to the Internet – Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
September 1, November 3, January 5, March 2, May 4
This class will cover internet addresses, how to navigate to websites you have already visited, and basic internet searching. This class will not cover email, and familiarity with a keyboard and mouse is required.
Introduction to Email – Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
September 15, November 17, January 19, March 16, May 18
This class will cover what you need to know to sign up for an email address, and how to send email and attachments. This class will not cover the internet, and familiarity with a keyboard and mouse is required.
Introduction to Word – 2 hour class Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
October 20, December 15, February 16, April 20
This class will cover how to change text font and color, formatting, and using templates. Information on resume templates and formatting can be covered if there is interest. Familiarity with a keyboard and mouse is required.
All classes are 1-1.5 hours, except for Introduction to Word which is 2 hours.
Please sign up for these classes in advance at the circulation desk.
For Kids and Families!
Youth Services Weekly Programs-
Incredible Infants (Birth-1 yr.) - Fridays 10 a.m.
Toddler Time (1-3 yrs.) - Tuesdays 10 a.m.
Family Story Time (3-5 yrs.) - Wednesdays 10AM (September-June)
Other Youth Services Programs (September-May)
Teen Book Sharing/Pizza/Podcast Blowout will start again in the fall of 2010. This is your chance to review a book you've read and snack on pizza. The program runs from October until May.
Craft Afternoons will begin agan in the fall of 2010 at Lithgow Library. Come join us for fun craft projects from the library's collection of arts and crafts books. This program is free and open all ages but children under six will need adult supervision. Call and ask for Robbi with any questions or for more details.
Rocking' Readers - Intergenerational Book Discussion Group begins again in the fall of 2010. This group is for 3rd-6th graders and their adult partner.
Food for Thought - Children's book discussion group for children ages 3-8 will resume in September 2010. Bring an adult partner to share books, recipes, food and fun.
Call us at 626-2415 if you would like more information.
