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Library Closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day

26 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Locations: All locations
Summary: All locations of The Seattle Public Library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
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Teen Center Advisors Meeting at the Central Library

03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, 4 – 5 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 3, Teen Center
Audience: Teens
Language: English
Summary: High school students earn up to 60 hours of service learning credit over the course of the school year as Teen Center Advisors at the Central Library.
Full Description: Teen Center Advisors write book reviews and blog posts, create podcasts, volunteer at library events, and attend bi-weekly meetings.
Event Notes: All library events are free and everyone is welcome.
Contact Info: *Central Library Teen Center 206-615-1410 or E-mail the Teen Center

Nature Printmaking workshop at the Green Lake Branch

05 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, 1 – 2 p.m.

Where: Green Lake Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Nature Consortium will conduct a workshop on Nature Printmaking for ages 7 to adult.
Full Description: Learn how to create unique and colorful nature-themed block prints on tree-free paper with the Nature Consortium.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required; this workshop is limited to 20 participants. Call 206-684-7457 to sign up.
Contact Info: Green Lake Branch 206-684-7547 or Ask a Librarian

NW Youth Harp Ensemble plays at the Ballard Branch

06 Dec 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Celebrate the season with a holiday harp concert from the NW Youth Harp Ensemble, at the Ballard Branch.
Full Description: Nine members of the NW Youth Harp Ensemble will perform holiday favorites under the direction of Susi Hussong. The youngest harpist is nine and will be joined by her seven-year-old brother on violin. Other siblings who play flute or sing will also perform with the group.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Call 206-783-9493 for more information.
Contact: 206-783-9493

Anime Club at the Beacon Hill Branch

09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 4 – 6 p.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: The Beacon Hill Branch hosts an anime club for teens from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month. Screenings will include previews of upcoming anime.
Full Description: Screenings will include anime episodes from FUNimation's fan club, Operation Anime as well as sneak peeks of brand new anime. Library staff will share the newest additions to the branch's growing collection of manga, comics drawn in Japanese-style.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Knit an ornament at the Ballard Branch

12 Dec 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Knit a simple holiday ornament with help from Full Circle Yarn Shop in Ballard. For all ages and skill levels.
Full Description: Bring your own knitting needles, yarn is provided.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Call the Ballard Branch at 684-4089 to sign up.
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Seattle Mandolin Orchestra Holiday Concert at the Ballard Branch

13 Dec 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, 3 – 4 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Enjoy the stunning music of the Seattle Mandolin Orchestra! The orchestra presents their annual holiday performance at the Ballard Branch.
Full Description: Greetings! It's time for the Seattle Mandolin Orchestra's annual free holiday concert at the Ballard Branch of the Seattle Public Library. The orchestra will present Christmas and Hanukkah favorites from here at home and around the world, featuring soprano Julie Finch as their vocalist.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Teen Book Group at the Green Lake Branch

15 Dec 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Green Lake Branch
Audience: Teens
Language: English
Book Group Summary: Join our book discussion at the Green Lake Branch if you are in middle or high school and enjoy reading. This month's title is "The Ghost's Child" by Sonya Hartnett.
Book Description: When a mysterious child appears in her living room one day, the elderly Maddy tells him the story of her love for the wild and free-spirited Feather, who tried but failed to live a conventional life with her, and her search for him on a fantastical voyage across the seas.
View in Catalog: "The Ghost's Child" by Sonya Hartnett
Next Month's Title: "It's Not Always Happily Ever After"
Book Group Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Pick up your copy of this month's book at the Green Lake Branch.
Contact Info: Green Lake Branch 206-684-7547 or Ask a Librarian

The Seattle Public Library presents Greg Mortenson at Seattle Pacific University

16 Dec 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, 7 – 9 p.m.

Where: Non-Library Location
Address: Seattle Pacific University, Royal Brougham Pavilion, 3414 Third Ave. W., Seattle, WA 98119
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Greg Mortenson discusses “Stones into Schools: Promoting Peace with Books, Not Bombs, in Afghanistan and Pakistan.”
Full Description: Join us for a special evening with Greg Mortenson, author of the international bestseller, “Three Cups of Tea.” Mortenson will show images and discuss his new book, “Stones into Schools.”, Since the 2006 publication of “Three Cups of Tea,” Mortenson has traveled across the U.S. and the world to share his vision with hundreds of thousands of people. He has met with heads of state, top military officials, and leading politicians who all seek his advice and insight., “Stones into Schools” picks up where “Three Cups of Tea” left off in 2003. Mortenson recounts his relentless, ongoing efforts to establish schools for girls in Afghanistan; his extensive work in Azad Kashmir and Pakistan after a massive earthquake hit the region in 2005; and the unique ways he has built relationships with Islamic clerics, militia commanders, and tribal leaders even as he was dodging shootouts with feuding Afghan warlords and surviving an eight-day armed abduction by the Taliban. Mortenson will discuss his vision to promote peace through education and literacy, as well as touching on military matters, Islam, and women -- all woven together with the many rich personal stories of the people who have been involved in this humanitarian effort. This program is presented in partnership with The Elliott Bay Book Company. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
View in Catalog: "Stones into Schools" by Greg Mortenson
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and open to the public. Tickets and reservations are not required. Seating is limited to the first 2,000. First come, first served. Free parking is available on campus. Doors will open at 6:15 PM.
Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian

Teen Center Advisors Meeting at the Central Library

17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, 4 – 5 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 3, Teen Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: High school students earn up to 60 hours of service learning credit over the course of the school year as Teen Center Advisors at the Central Library.
Full Description: Teen Center Advisors write book reviews and blog posts, create podcasts, volunteer at library events, and attend bi-weekly meetings.
Event Notes: All library events are free and everyone is welcome., The deadline to apply to be a Teen Center Advisor is the second meeting, October 21.
Contact Info: *Central Library Teen Center 206-615-1410 or E-mail the Teen Center