Attract Butterflies to Your Garden

There is more to creating a butterfly garden than just planting pretty flowers.  The butterfly garden also needs plants that encourage females to lay their eggs and plants that provide food and shelter for their larvae. Nita Thurman will discuss the specific plants and flowers that should be included in a garden to support butterflies during different stages of their metamorphosis. She will also share successful techniques for attracting and keeping butterflies in your garden on Saturday, May 18 at 3 pm at the Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland.

 

 

For more information, contact Laura Douglas, Public Services Librarian, at (940) 349-8749 or at Laura.Douglas@cityofdenton.com.

 

 

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Basic Computer Use Class

Learn the basics of using a computer at the South Branch Library. A class covering such topics as computer components, computer terminology and the Windows XP operating system will be presented May 10.  It is for both new computer users and those seeking to reinforce their skills.  Participants must be able to use a computer mouse.

 

The class is about two hours and a half. Class size is limited, so please call to register.

 

Where:           Denton Public Library – South Branch

3228 Teasley Lane in Denton

 

When:             Friday, May 10 at 2:00

              

For more information and to register, please call (940)349-8752.  You may also get more information by e-mailing Fred Kamman at Fred.Kamman@cityofdenton.com . 

 

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Using a Mouse and a Keyboard

Using a computer mouse and keyboard are essential skills for the novice computer user.  Learn to effectively use these important parts of the computer and begin building the skills needed for basic computer use, at the South Branch Library on Wednesday, May 8. This is a very basic computer class, but we will not cover typing.

The class will be about an hour and a half. Class size is limited, so please call to register.

Where:           Denton Public Library – South Branch

                        3228 Teasley Lane in Denton

 

When:             Wednesday, May 8 at 2:00

              

For more information and to register, please call (940)349-8752.  You may also get more information by e-mailing Fred Kamman at Fred.Kamman@cityofdenton.com . 

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Getting Started With Microsoft PowerPoint

Learn how to create eye-catching slide shows with your computer.  A class about the basics of Power Point 2007 will be presented at the South Branch of the Denton Public Library.  The class is two sessions, and each session is about an hour and a half.

 

This class is for people who have never used this slide show program but would like to learn, and people who would like a review of the basics of Power Point.  Participants must know how to type, use a mouse, and save and retrieve files in Windows. 

 

Where:           Denton Public Library – South Branch

                        3228 Teasley Lane in Denton

 

When:             Wednesdays, 4/10 and Friday, 4/12 at 2:00 pm     

 

Class size is limited, so please call or e-mail to register.  There is no fee to attend.

 

For more information and to register, please call 940-349-8752.  You may also e-mail Fred.Kamman@cityofdenton.com.

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Couponing Without the Crazy

Learn how to make big cuts to your grocery, restaurant, retail, and entertainment budgets with coupons and sales. Stephanie Erwin will present “Couponing without the Crazy” at the Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland St. on Saturday, March 30 from 10am to 2pm. Topics covered will include myths about couponing, terminology, store policies, and organization, as well as a step-by-step process for implementing saving strategies into your life sanely and efficiently.  If possible, bring a flash drive in order to receive some helpful digital files. Seating is limited; please call (940) 3498-8752 to register.

 

For more information, contact Laura Douglas, Public Services Librarian, at (940) 349-8749 or at Laura.Douglas@cityofdenton.com.

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Library Offers Career Guidance

Are you looking for or job? The Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland Street, will host a series of practical career guidance classes presented by Deborah Wolf from the JOB FIT program at the University of North Texas.  These free classes will be held on Mondays during the month of March from 1 to 2 pm and will cover many of the challenges faced by job hunters, including: resumes and cover letters, written and online applications, and how to prepare for an interview.

JOB FIT is a program that was started with a grant from the Meadows Foundation to help people find real, competitive employment that is the “right fit” for their likes, skills and abilities.

 

For more information, contact Laura Douglas, Public Services Librarian, at (940) 349-8749 or at Laura.Douglas@cityofdenton.com.

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Crochet 101 for Adults

Want to learn a new craft?  Need to brush up on an old skill?  Want to get a really early start on holiday gifts?  Denton Public Library is offering a series of classes for adults who never learned to crochet or who learned long ago and just need a little help getting started again.  A basic crochet program for adults will be held at the Emily Fowler Central Library from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on March 7, 14, 21, and 28.  Mary Cresson will demonstrate basic stitches and how to read patterns, and attendees can choose project patterns from among a scarf, a draw-string bag, and a teddy bear.  Yarns and hooks will be provided for practice, but feel free to bring supplies from your own “stash” if you have one. 

The program is free, but space is limited, so please call to register by March 5.  To register, or for more information, please call 940-349-8752.

 

 

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Census Research Class, February 23rd, 3-5pm.

  The Emily Fowler Library will present a free Census Genealogy Research Class on February 23rd, from 3-5pm. The US Census is an invaluable resource for genealogy research and there helpful tips and tricks for navigating the forms. There are idiosyncrasies as well, which we will discuss. To register, call 940-349-6813.

US Census form

In The Weeds. 2/14/13: Quakertown Marker Dedication

   The formal dedication for the new Official Texas Historic Marker for the Quakertown Community will be held this coming Saturday February 16, 2013 at 10:00a.m. at the Denton Civic Center 321 E. McKinney St. Librarian Laura Douglas was involved in writing the historic narrative as part of the marker application process and will receive a Certificate of Commendation. You may know her from visiting the Special Collections Department here at the Fowler Library.

Joseph and Alice Skinner walk along Bell Ave. with Old Main in the distant background.

    We have an exhibit of photos, books and maps of Quakertown at the Emily Fowler Library running through the end February in the Special Collections department and  an archive of Quakertown history available if you wish to learn more.

    Also, mark your calendars for an upcoming program at the Emily Fowler Library about Quakertown on March 23 to be presented by Kim Cupit, Curator of Collections at the Courthouse On The Square Museum.

Free Childbirth Classes

Birthing experiences can be less expensive, safe and uniquely satisfying when you make an informed decision about the different methods of childbirth. The Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland, will host a series of childbirth classes on Mondays, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2013, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm.

 

This four week class will provide instruction through lectures, discussions, and films on childbirth practices.  Topics include diet, nutrition, breastfeeding, prenatal care, labor and birthing procedures in the home, birthing center or hospital settings and post-partum care procedures. Presented by Eveith Miller, a Licensed Midwife since 1972. There is no charge for this program but seating is limited, call (940) 349-8752 to register.

 

For more information, contact Laura Douglas, Public Services Librarian, at (940) 349-8749 or at Laura.Douglas@cityofdenton.com.

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