WELLINGTON ADULT PROGRAMS |
Thu, Sept. 2, 6:30 p.m.
Writers’ Critique Workshop
Share, offer, and accept constructive criticism and comments to improve your fiction, nonfiction, and poetry in a supportive atmosphere led by Florida Writers Association member Mark Adduci. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
Mon, Sept. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Interviewing Techniques
Interviewing methods have changed in the last few years. Learn how to prepare for your interview. Sponsored by Dress for Success. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Sept. 16, 6:30 p.m.
Socrates Café
The Society for Philosophical Inquiry initiated the concept for this discussion led by Marji Chapman. Find out this month’s thought-provoking topic when you preregister. (90 min.) |
Domingo, 19 de septiembre, 3:00 p.m.
Sun, Sept. 19, 3:00 p.m.
Música tropical
(Tropical Music)
Con la participación de banda de música de Ñ School of Arts bajo la dirección del profesor Samuel Gali.
Tropical music performed by the professors from Ñ School of Arts. Sponsored by Ñ School of Arts. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Sept. 21, 6:30 p.m.
Open Mic Night
Join your neighbors and perform poetry, short prose, an essay, or a dance. Play an instrument or sing a song for an audience of all ages. Pick up the rules when you preregister. (90 min.) |
Jueves, 23 de septiembre, 6:30 p.m.
Thu, Sept. 23, 6:30 p.m.
Cuba: descubriendo nuestra historia
(Cuba: Discovering our History)
El Dr. José Álvarez disertará sobre el proceso de la revolución cubana entre 1952-1959. Presentará su libro “Frank País y la revolución cubana.” Dr. José Alvarez will discuss revolutionary Cuba from 1952-1959 and will present his book “Frank País: Architect of Cuba’s Betrayed Revolution.” (60 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m.
Introduction to Irish Dancing
Marie Marzi, from Drake School of Irish Dance, will guide you through beginner steps based on traditional dance forms. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. (60 min.) Preregister. |
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WELLINGTON CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS |
| View the regular weekly storytime schedule here. |
| We appreciate your arriving promptly for programs which is critical for completing art projects. |
Wed, Sept. 1 & 8, 3:30 p.m.
Once Upon a Time …
Come see your favorite princess’ movies based on a different story, time, and place each week. All ages. Preregister. G
9/01: “Aladdin.” (90 min.)
9/08: “The Princess and the Frog.” (98 min.) |
Sept. 7-Oct. 9
Fall Story Times
Go on a safari with stories about lions, monkeys, giraffes, rhinos, and hippos. Ages birth to five years old. Preregister. |
Sat, Sept. 18-Oct. 9, 10:15 or 11:15 a.m.
Drop-in Story Times
Let’s go on a safari on Saturdays for four weeks. Ages 2 & up. (45 min.) |
Sat, Sept. 18, 2:30 p.m.
Chess Club
Chess fans unite to practice your strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge required. Ages 8 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Sept. 30, 3:30 p.m.
Jueves, 30 de septiembre, 3:30 p.m.
Sing Your Way to Spanish
(Aprende español cantando)
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, learn wonderful Spanish songs and rhymes with Jody Dreher. Ages 4 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana aprendiendo canciones y rimas en español con Jody Dreher. |
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WELLINGTON TEEN PROGRAMS |
Tue, Sept. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Teen Flic Fix: Alice in Wonderland
Return to Wonderland and see if Alice defeats the Jabberwocky. Starring Johnny Depp. (109 min.) Preregister. PG |
Wed, Sept. 8, 6:30 p.m.
Teens Start Smart Part I: College Can Be in My Future
Alberto Howe of Affordable College Solutions will show students how college can be in their future. Learn to identify obstacles and barriers that could block the path and ways to overcome them. Grades 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Series sponsored by the Friends of the Library. |
Thu, Sept. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Teens Start Smart Part II: Getting into the College of Your Choice
Parents and students will learn about the college admissions process and will gain an understanding of strategies helpful in getting into the college of their choice. Grades 6 & up. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, Sept. 11, 10:00 a.m.
Teens Start Smart Part III: SAT Practice Test
Bring a #2 pencil and calculator and take this full-length practice test using simulated testing rules and conditions. Grades 6 & up. (4 hr.) Preregister. |
Tue, Sept. 14, 6:30 p.m.
Teen Advisory Group
Let your voice be heard at our TAG meeting! Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. (30 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Sept. 14, 7:00 p.m.
Anime Grab Bag
View new Anime titles from our grab bag. Pocky provided. Ages 12-17. (45 min.) Preregister. PG |
Thu, Sept. 16, 6:30 p.m.
Teens Start Smart Part IV: SAT Practice Test Results Follow-Up Session
Participants receive a complete analysis of their performance pin-pointing their strengths and weaknesses. Additional college admissions strategies will be discussed. Get a 2010 copy of “Cracking the SAT.” Grades 6 & up. (90 min.) Preregister. |
Tue, Sept. 28, 6:00 p.m.
Teen Game Night
Play Nintendo Wii and board games with friends. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. |
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WELLINGTON COMPUTER TRAINING |
Sat, Sept. 4, 8:30 a.m.
Mousing (Hands-on)
Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Thu, Sept. 9, 8:30 a.m.
Internet Basics (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn basic searching on the World Wide Web. Experience using a mouse required. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Sábado, 11 de septiembre, 8:30 a.m.
Internet Básico (Hands-on)
(Beginning Internet in Spanish)
Aprende lo básico en esta clase de Internet para principiantes. (90 min.) Se requiere registrarse.
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Thu, Sept. 16, 8:30 a.m.
E-mail Basics (Hands-on)
Learn how to use Yahoo (a free, web-based e-mail program), how to send and receive mail, and how to create folders and an address book. Some computer experience is necessary. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Sat, Sept. 18, 8:30 a.m.
Look It Up! (Hands-on)
We’ll teach you how to access your library account from home, renew your materials, locate items, place books on hold, and find book reviews. Using library databases, learn how to access newspapers, magazines, books, reader’s advisory, and more. (60 min.) Preregister.
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Wed, Sept. 22, 2:30 p.m.
Beginning Computers (Lecture)
Learn the basics including hardware, software, files, networks, and associated devices. For beginners. (75 min.) Preregister.
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Thu, Sept. 23, 8:30 a.m. (60 min.)
Advanced E-mail (Hands-on)
Current e-mail users will learn advanced functions like creating an address or contact list, moving messages to a folder, and sending attachments. E-mail experience is necessary. Preregister.
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Fri, Sept. 24, 8:30 a.m.
Basic Word Processing (Hands-on)
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word to create school reports or résumés. Some computer experience necessary. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Sábado, 25 de septiembre, 8:30 a.m.
Correo Electrónico Básico (Lecture)
(E-mail Basics in Spanish)
Aprenda lo basico para crear y usar una cuenta de correo electronico en esta conferencia que si dictara en español. (60 min.) Se requiere registrarse.
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Thu, Sept. 30, 8:30 a.m.
Search Tools (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn how to use the Google search engine, web directories, and meta-search engines to find information on the Internet. (60 min.) Preregister.
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