Aspects of the Short Story with Bill Ziegler

Thursday, February 3, 10:30-noon
Bill Ziegler will again lead his popular five-part series of short stories on February 3, 10, 17, 24, and Tuesday, March 1. Participants read and discuss a variety of short stories that illustrate the characteristics of the genre and provide a basis for critical evaluation. The stories will be available at the circulation desk before the seminar begins. Advance registration is required.

Basic Excel 2007

Thursday, February 3, 12:30-2 pm
Learn to create and format a basic spreadsheet in Excel 2007 in this free class. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, are required. Class limited to ten students–advance registration required. To ensure the best learning experience for all, students are asked to arrive on time; no one will be permitted to enter classroom 10 minutes after start of the class. When the class is full, additional registrants will be added to a wait list. If any original registrants drop out, people from the wait list will be moved up to take the vacated spot.

Children’s Beginner Chess

Thursday, February 3 through March 31 , 4-5 pm
Children in grades 1-7 are invited to join the Children’s Department’s Chess Club instructed by Christopher Potts. In this program, those brand new to chess will learn: the history and rules of the game; basic checkmate themes and patterns, basic strategy and tactics. Students to play games and put the lessons into practice. Program fee is $80 per student for all eight meetings, for children in grades 1-7. No session February 24. In-person registration is required, payment due at time of registration.

Children’s Advanced Chess

Thursday, February 3 through March 31 , 5-6 pm
Children in grades 3-7 are invited to join the Children’s Department’s Chess Club instructed by Christopher Potts. In this program, more experienced players will: review the basics, learn more advanced strategies and tactics, learn optimal opening and endgame play, gain an appreciation for the vital importance of making and carrying out sound plans. Students to play games and put the lessons into practice. Program fee is $80 per student for all eight meetings, for children in grades 3-7. No session February 24. In-person registration is required, payment due at time of registration.