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May 2012


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Playng with Words

Playing wth Words

Celebrate Spring with fun, free programs for all ages.
Enjoy music, poetry, rhymes and stories at a library near you!

See the Complete List of Programs

 

Do It Yourself

Ready to tackle that home remodeling project you've been considering, but not sure where to start? Join us for this informative series of programs, presented by speakers from the Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties.

Senior Housing and In-Home Care Options


Presented by Terry Fontaine, Linda Fuhrman & Les Ostermeier
For the next 20 years, 9-10 thousand Washington residents will turn 65 every month.  Learn the many options available for seniors, including housing (from independent living communities to memory care), in-home care and remodeling options to secure a safer home environment.

Linda Furhman has 30 years marketing, sales and management experience including 10 years in the senior living and care industry.


Saturday, May 12, 2:30pm
Renton Library

 

Color Your Home


Presented by Wendy Albee
Gain confidence to introduce color, pattern and texture in your home with the help of an award-winning designer. Understand the language of color and how it impacts the way we feel in a space . Learn to combine colors and patterns to create cozy retreats to large, dramatic spaces. Find out the latest colors recommended for 2012. And gain lots of decorating tips and tricks!

MBA member Wendy Albee, founder of Albee Interior Design, is celebrating her tenth year in business. An award-winning designer, Wendy's firm offers an array of design services including space planning, remodeling, color consultation, and entire home or room-by-room transformations for both residential & commercial clients.

Tuesday, May 22, 7pm
Issaquah Library

Ten Things to Know When Designing a Bathroom


Presented by Wendy Albee
Thinking about a new bathroom? From lighting to tile to selecting toilets, you'll not want to miss this presentation by an award-winning designer. Lots of pictures of actual projects are used as examples as we walk through the simple 10 things you should know. Whether you are considering a small update or a master bathroom remodel, this presentation offers critical information and a new perspective for creating a well-designed bathroom. And you will gain a myriad of design tips and tricks!

Wendy Albee, founder of Albee Interior Design, is celebrating her tenth year in business. An award-winning designer, Wendy's firm offers an array of design services including space planning, remodeling, color consultation, and entire home or room-by-room transformations for both residential & commercial clients.

Thursday, May 31, 7pm
Issaquah Library

 

Need Help with the SAT?

Saturdays, April 21-May 19

Sandweiss Test Prep is offering a free five week SAT class at following libraries:

Kent Library, 10am-1pm
Renton Library, 10am-1pm
Covington Library, 2-5pm
Foster Library, 2-5pm

Sessions on May 12 will be four hours to accommodate the full-length practice test, check your library for exact times.

  • Students of high school age only.
  • Useful test taking strategies for each question type on the SAT.
  • Receive a free copy of The Official SAT Study Guide.
  • Practice Test to be scored and returned to each student.

Please call the library to register as class size is limited to 22 students.

 

FiestasFIESTAS DE ALFABETIZACION TEMPRANA EN Español – EARLY LITERACY PARTIES IN SPANISH

The King County Library System (KCLS) and the KCLS Foundation continue to support the “Early Literacy Parties in Spanish” series, otherwise known as “Fiestas de Alfabetización Temprana en Español”.

The next series of workshops will be offered at the following four libraries:
April 2012 Schedule:

Printer friendly flyer of all locations

Des Moines Library - Printer friendly flyer
21620 11th Ave S., Des Moines, 98198
Wednesdays, April 11, 18, 25

Newport Way Library - Printer friendly flyer
14250 SE Newport Way, Bellevue, 98006
Fridays, April 13, 20, 27

Sammamish Library - Printer friendly flyer
825 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, 98075
Tuesdays, April 10, 17, 24

Skyway Library - Printer friendly flyer
7614 S. 126th St., Seattle, 98178
Thursdays, April 12, 19, 26

The “Fiestas” are workshops designed for Spanish-speaking families to prepare their children for Kindergarten. The “Fiestas” offer families the opportunity to understand their role as their child’s first and most important teacher and encourage them to take a proactive approach in the education of their children.

In each of the ”Fiestas” we will provide families with information about Early Literacy, free books in Spanish, craft materials, snacks, beverages and the opportunity to socialize with other Spanish speaking families.

Early Literacy is what children need to know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write. The development of Early Literacy skills through early experiences with books, stories, dramatic play, talking, singing, nursery rhymes and art projects is critically linked to a child’s literacy development and academic success.

Research in early brain development shows that children prepare to read as early as infancy. Reading to–and with–young children is one of the most effective ways parents can support brain development and early learning skills.

More information

 

WorkSource Programs


WorkSourcePresented in partnership with the King County Library System, WorkSource, and South Seattle Community College WorkSource.  Free to the public.


The New Job Search in the New Economy

In this workshop you will learn how to shift your approach to match the current environment and smooth your path to finding employment.  Topics covered include adjusting to the reality of the contemporary labor market, developing a work plan for a successful job search, networking, fundamentals of preparing a resume, where to find free quality career counseling, information on the top paying professions, acing the job interview, and where to find other job search resources.

Wednesday, May 16, 7pm
Des Moines Library


Effective Resumes for the New Job Search

This hands-on workshop focuses on developing a resume that will get past the “10 second screen.”  Discover the keys to a successful resume and learn what employers are looking for.

Thursday, May 3, 7pm
Burien Library

Monday, May 7, 7pm
Kent Library

Tuesday, May 8, 7pm
Covington Library

Tuesday, May 15, 7pm
Newport Way Library

Saturday, May 19, 2pm
Des Moines Library

 

 

Mid-Life Career Changing in the New Economy  

This course is designed to help participants analyze and understand the problem of ‘Ageism’, how age discrimination affects their job search and most importantly what they can do to empower themselves and find meaningful work in this difficult job market. Along with specific focus on job search skills and resources, there will be a special emphasis on ‘mid-life career changes’ and ‘technology as a job search tool’.

Wednesday, May 9, 7pm
Shoreline Library

Tuesday May 15, 7pm
Lake Hills Library



Conducting Effective Interview Conversations in the New Economy

Job Interviews in the New Economy require preparation, presentation and passion. This Interviewing Workshop is designed to help you prepare and perform well in any job interview. The information here will help you develop your ‘Brand’ and be prepared to have a successful conversation with an employer. Specific focus will be spent on successfully answering behavioral based questions, appropriately connecting your values with the company culture and employing marketing skills such as your ’30 second elevator speech’ to make a great first impression.

Thursday, May 10, 7pm                 
Covington Library

Thursday, May 17, 7pm
Shoreline Library

Tuesday, May 22, 7pm
Newport Way Library

Saturday, May 26, 2pm
Bothell Library

Thursday, May 31, 7pm
Renton Library

 

Presenting Staff
Duncan G Burgess – Director WorkSource Affiliate South Seattle Community College
Duncan has 15 years higher education experience specializing in workforce development. Duncan in past years has been an executive recruiter and has worked with the League of Innovation, American Association of Community Colleges, and major government entities. On the industry side he has developed and run national industry funded programs in higher education for Microsoft, The Boeing Corporation, Thompson Learning, McGraw Hill, Prentice Hall, and Profsofttraining.com.  

Tanner Phillips Employment and Training Specialist – WorkSource Affiliate South Seattle Community College
 Tanner Phillips is an Employment Specialist who works for Neighborhood House at WorkSource Affiliate South Seattle Community College. He is a ‘bridge builder’ who helps connect people with training opportunities and employment. His experience includes over 5 years as a Trainer, 2 years as a Career Coach and Recruiter, extensive multicultural and international experience and a MA degree in Intercultural Conflict Management. The culmination of this experience instills in Tanner a profound passion for helping others acquire the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their job search and careers.   

Paco Mesch – Workforce Coordinator South Seattle Community College
Paco has been an instructor at South Seattle Community College since 2008 teaching Business Information Technology courses.  Built into many of his courses are career-oriented materials including resume development, interview preparation, job/career search strategies and networking.  These applications come from his background in counseling psychology and career services.  Paco also works in the Worker Retraining Department as a liaison with community-based organizations for several professional-technical programs at South.  Prior to South, Paco worked as the Graduate Placement Manager at a technical school.  He earned his master of education degree with a focus on career services.

 

 

Meet the Author

Meet the Author: Viki Kind


Caregiver's Path to Compassionate Decision MakingThursday, May 17th, 7pm
Redmond Library

Would you like tools to help you navigate the complex path of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other life-limiting illness? Join nationally recognized speaker and author Viki Kind for this informative evening. Viki is the author of the book Caregiver's Path to Compassionate Decision Making. Please arrive early for a good seat.

Books will be available for purchase

Coming in June

Meet the Author: Cat Patrick


Tuesday, June 12, 3:30 pm
Burien Library
Teens in middle and high school

Author Cat PatrickMeet Cat Patrick, author of bestselling novel Forgotten, and discuss her newest title, Revived, while enjoying pizza and other snacks. Plus, the first 5 teens to turn in completed Read 3 forms will receive an autographed copy of one of Cat's books! Learn more about Cat Patrick

 

Meet the Author: Craig Johnson

Friday, June 15, 7pm
KCLS Service Center

Craig Johnson, award-winning author of the Sheriff Walt Longmire mystery series, will make only one Eastside stop on the tour for his new book, As the Crow Flies. Join us at the KCLS Service Center for this special after-hours event to hear this talented storyteller’s thoughts on writing, having his books adapted for television, and the French obsession with the American west. Longmire, the new television show based on the series, is scheduled to air on A&E starting this summer. Fans of well-written, suspenseful, and entertaining mysteries won’t want to miss this opportunity to meet Craig Johnson.

For more information, please call the Bellevue Library at 425-450-1765.


Meet the Author: Katherine Grace Bond

Tuesday, June 19 at 7pm
Carnation Library

Katherine will be discussing her new book, Summer of No Regrets, and sharing sneak peaks at her new novel and Trent's diary.  Cake & treats provide by the Carnation Friends of the Library; books will be for sale at the event by SoulFood Books.



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CloudSaving Files on KCLS Computers

In the near future a new computer booking and print management system will discontinue the ‘P’ drive file storage. For this reason, now is an excellent time to begin using cloud services such as, Google Docs or Windows Live SkyDrive, for free long-term online storage.

Working on a document on a library computer you need to continue later? Consider saving your work to the cloud! The ‘cloud’ refers to saving files long-term or using software on the Internet.

Currently, it is still possible to temporarily save files on the KCLS computer ‘P’ drive (they are erased every Sunday night).

 

Job Search BasicsJob Resources: Now Available in Four Languages!


To help even more people with their job search, Look to Your Library resources are now available in four languages: Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese. Learn More.




New to KCLS


New this Month

A selection of new items highlighted by librarians.

This Just In
Email alerts of new books, audio books, movies, and music in your favorite topics and genres.

Book Clubs & Readers' Resources


Book Clubs at KCLS

List of book clubs that meet at our community libraries.

Book Club Resources
Links to help you form your own book club.

Book Group Extravaganza
The event held each fall, focuses on topics of interest to readers in book groups.

Resources for Readers
Book reviews and information related to mystery, romance, science fiction and western genres.

Resources for Writers
Links to local resources and local chapters of national organizations supporting a wide range of writing genres.



Teen Writers Groups

Ages 12 to 18
Share your stories, poems and talk about writing with other teens. Read your work aloud or bring copies to get feedback from other writers.

Auburn Library

Teen Writer's Group meets the second Tuesday of earch month 3:30-5pm

Lake Forest Park Library
The third Tuesday of each month, 4-5pm
Held in Lake Forest Park Commons Meeting Room.

Maple Valley Library
Young Authors Club- Teens - ages 12-18 or 6th thru 12th grade. Teen writers meet at the library to share your work, get helpful writing tips and constructive criticism. Please call library for dates and times.

Sammamish Library
The third Tuesday of each month, 3:30-4:30pm
Sponsored by the Sammamish Friends of the Library.


Adult Groups

Join other writers to share ideas, critiques and writing resources.

SnoValley Writers Work Group
The second and fourth Sundays of each month, 3–5pm
North Bend Library
Contact snovalleywrites@gmail.com for assignment prior to coming to class. Adults only please.


 

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Read.Film.Win 2012

Video Book Review Contest

You’re likely going to do what you always do during the summer: read lots of good books. So why not tell us about your favorite? You’ll be entered in a drawing to win excellent prizes!

You must be going into middle school, junior high or high school to enter.

See a YouTube video montage of last years (2011) entries.

More information and how to enter!

 

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Last Updated: May 8, 2012