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Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, May 20, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

David Lasky and Frank Young present 'The Carter Family'

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Teens. Adults. Language: English. Summary: Join us for music and a multimedia presentation from the creators of "The Carter Family: Don't Forget This Song," a graphic novel about the first country music superstar group. Description: Hear about the influences, choices and practices that helped David Lasky and Frank M. Young create a full-color graphic novel. They'll show behind-the-scenes images from the book's four-year journey, including trial sketches, alternate panels and cover designs, color palettes and layouts. This is the first Seattle presentation of Lasky and Young's multimedia performance. There will be live music in the vein of the original Carter Family, performed by Cliff Perry and Laurel Bliss, for a sight-and-sou… View in Catalog: "The Carter Family: Don't Forget This Song" by David Lasky and Frank M. Young. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. This program is co-sponsored by Secret Garden Books. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, May 20, 2013, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

E-books and Downloads: By Appointment

Where: Ballard Branch. Class type: E-books and Downloads. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Bring your e-reader or mobile device to learn how to access and download digital materials, and get one-on-one help and basic troubleshooting assistance. Description: Help topics may include: - Using the Library’s catalog - Downloading e-books and audiobooks to your computer and mobile devices - Choosing a book format for your e-reader - Managing your digital holds Do you have Kindle questions? Bring your Amazon ID and password. For questions about the Nook or other e-book readers, bring your Adobe ID and password. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Sign up for a 45 minute one-on-one appointment in-person or by calling the Ballard Branch at 206-684-4089. Prerequisites: Ability to use the Internet (or Internet Basics 1) and possession of an email address (or Email Basics). Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, May 23, 2013, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Sound Cycling: Bicycle Maintenance

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Language: English. Summary: Get an overview of basic bicycle parts and learn about basic bicycle maintenance. Description: Bring your bike to class -- maintenance expert Alex will give you suggestions on fixing your bike. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. This Bicycle Maintenance class is offered in partnership with volunteers from the Bikery Collective. This program is part of the 2013 Sound Cycling Series: check out free bicycling classes throughout the month of May at one of The Seattle Public Library locations near you! Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, May 25, 2013, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Library Closed in observance of Memorial Day

Holiday Closures Locations: All locations. Summary: All locations of The Seattle Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Monday, May 27, 2013, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.spl.org.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

E-books and Downloads: By Appointment

Where: Ballard Branch. Class type: E-books and Downloads. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Bring your e-reader or mobile device to learn how to access and download digital materials, and get one-on-one help and basic troubleshooting assistance. Description: Help topics may include: - Using the Library’s catalog - Downloading e-books and audiobooks to your computer and mobile devices - Choosing a book format for your e-reader - Managing your digital holds Do you have Kindle questions? Bring your Amazon ID and password. For questions about the Nook or other e-book readers, bring your Adobe ID and password. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Sign up for a 45 minute one-on-one appointment in-person or by calling the Ballard Branch at 206-684-4089. Prerequisites: Ability to use the Internet (or Internet Basics 1) and possession of an email address (or Email Basics). Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, May 30, 2013, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Family Book Group

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Adults. Language: English. Summary: Kids in grades 3-5 and a parent are invited for an informal discussion of a great book. This month, we'll discuss "Out of My Mind" by Sharon Draper. Book Description: Considered by many to be mentally disabled, a brilliant & impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a device that will allow her to speak for the first time. View in Catalog: "Out of My Mind" by Sharon Draper. Next Month's Title: "Mighty Miss Malone" by Christopher Paul Curtis. Notes: This group meets once a month on the last Thursday at 6:45 p.m. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Pick up your copy of this month's book at this library location. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, May 30, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, June 4, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

SNAP: Emergency and Natural Disaster Preparation

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Learn how to put together a disaster supply kit, create a family disaster plan and organize with your neighbors to take care of each other when disaster strikes. Description: Seattle Neighborhoods Actively Prepare (SNAP) is offered at various libraries throughout the City to help residents and neighborhoods become better prepared for disasters. This interactive and informative program teaches simple steps that don’t take a lot of time or money. You’ll learn that preparedness can be fun and empowering! Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More...: http://www.seattle.gov/emergency. Contact: Seattle Office of Emergency Management, 206-233-5076. Thursday, June 6, 2013, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Teen Space presents: Game On!

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Teens. Language: English. Summary: Come to the Library for board games, Kinect, Wii play and Mario Kart! For ages 12-18. Description: This is a monthly program at Ballard: Teen Space devoted to gaming! Here is your chance to get some game time with Kinect, Wii play and Mario Kart! There will also be board games, art supplies, new books, snacks and conversation. 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. Friday, June 7, 2013, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Space presents: Second Annual YouTube Film Festival

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Teens. Language: English. Summary: Need a space to be creative and have fun? Come to Teen Space -- it’s a place to meet up and hang out! This month, watch a film festival of YouTube clips and a slide show from last month’s Photo Scavenger Hunt. Description: Teen Space at the Ballard Branch: a place to meet up and hang out! Why not get out of the house for a while and head to the library? Come alone or bring your friends -- then make new friends! This month's schedule: 1:30 p.m. - Second Annual YouTube Film Festival Tell us about your favorite YouTube videos that you’ve seen or made and we’ll add them to the Film Festival line up. PG-13 or under, please! 2:30 p.m. - Snacks, games and art supplies We’ll have snacks, music, board games and art… Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Submit your YouTube suggestions by Wednesday, May 1. Use a form available at the branch, or email the link to Lynn Miller with "YTFF" as the subject. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Sunday, June 9, 2013, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, June 10, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, June 11, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

It's About Time Writers' Reading Series

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: The Ballard Branch welcomes the 284th meeting of the "It's About Time Writers' Reading Series," featuring author readings and open mikes. Description: This month's presentation features Ross McMeekin, Arlene Kim and Jack Remick. There will also be a short lecture by Sarah Martinez on The Writer's Craft. Between the author readings, open mike time is available for three minutes per person. 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. Thursday, June 13, 2013, 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, June 17, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, June 18, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Firefighter Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Miriam Twitchell Alberg and Thomas A. Alberg Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: The Seattle Public Library invites preschoolers, parents and caregivers to a special story time that highlights fire safety. Description: Seattle firefighters will read books about fire safety and display some of their firefighting equipment. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

Evening Book Group

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Join us for a book group at the Ballard Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Good Son" by Michael Gruber. Book Description: Military man Theo Laghari plans a rescue mission while the conferees of a peace conference, one of whom is his mother, languish under the threat of beheading by jihadists in Pakistan. View in Catalog: "The Good Son" by Michael Gruber. Next Month's Title: "All Over Creation" by Ruth Ozeki. Notes: This group meets the third Wednesday of the month at 6:45 p.m. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Pick up your copy of this month's book at this library location. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

Morning Book Group

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Join us for a book group at the Ballard Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "Nine Parts of Desire" by Geraldine Brooks. Book Description: A Middle Eastern correspondent for the Wall Street Journal describes the conflicted and often custom-bound lives of Islamic women. View in Catalog: "Nine Parts of Desire" by Geraldine Brooks. Next Month's Title: "The Widower's Tale" by Julia Glass. Notes: This group meets the third Friday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Pick up your copy of this month's book at this library location. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Friday, June 21, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, June 24, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

Family Book Group

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Adults. Language: English. Summary: Kids in grades 3-5 and a parent are invited to an informal discussion of a great book. In June, we will talk about "Mighty Miss Malone" by Christopher Paul Curtis. Book Description: With love and determination befitting the "world's greatest family," twelve-year-old Deza Malone, her older brother Jimmie, and their parents endure tough times in Gary, Indiana, and later Flint, Michigan during the Great Depression. View in Catalog: "Mighty Miss Malone" by Christopher Paul Curtis. Notes: This group meets the last Thursday of the month at 6:45 p.m. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Pick up your copy of this month's book at this library location. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, June 27, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 2, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 3, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 3, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

Library Closed in observance of Independence Day

Holiday Closures Locations: All locations. Summary: All locations of The Seattle Public Library will be closed on July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Thursday, July 4, 2013, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.spl.org.

Teen Space presents: Game On!

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Teens. Language: English. Summary: Come to the Library for board games, Kinect, Wii play and Mario Kart! For ages 12-18. Description: This is a monthly program at Ballard: Teen Space devoted to gaming! Here is your chance to get some game time with Kinect, Wii play and Mario Kart! There will also be board games, art supplies, new books, snacks and conversation. 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. Friday, July 5, 2013, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants (ages 0-12 months) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, July 8, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 9, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

E-books and Downloads: One-on-One

Where: Ballard Branch. Class type: E-books and Downloads. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Bring your e-reader or mobile device to learn how to access and download digital materials, and get one-on-one help and basic troubleshooting assistance. Registration is required. Description: Help topics may include: - Using the Library’s catalog - Downloading e-books and audiobooks to your computer and mobile devices - Choosing a book format for your e-reader - Managing your digital holds Do you have Kindle questions? Bring your Amazon ID and password. For questions about the Nook or other e-book readers, bring your Adobe ID and password. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Drop by the branch or call 206-684-4089 to sign up in advance for a 45-minute, one-on-one appointment. Class prerequisites: Ability to use the Internet (or Internet Basics 1) and possession of an email address (or Email Basics). Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, July 11, 2013, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants (ages 0-12 months) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, July 15, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 16, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 17, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 17, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

E-books and Downloads: One-on-One

Where: Ballard Branch. Class type: E-books and Downloads. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Bring your e-reader or mobile device to learn how to access and download digital materials, and get one-on-one help and basic troubleshooting assistance. Registration is required. Description: Help topics may include: - Using the Library’s catalog - Downloading e-books and audiobooks to your computer and mobile devices - Choosing a book format for your e-reader - Managing your digital holds Do you have Kindle questions? Bring your Amazon ID and password. For questions about the Nook or other e-book readers, bring your Adobe ID and password. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Drop by the branch or call 206-684-4089 to sign up in advance for a 45-minute, one-on-one appointment. Class prerequisites: Ability to use the Internet (or Internet Basics 1) and possession of an email address (or Email Basics). Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, July 18, 2013, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Poetry 'Potluck'

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Join our informal gathering of people who enjoy reading and listening to poetry read aloud. Description: Bring a few favorite poems, whether classics or new discoveries, and share them around the table. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Please note: this is a feast of poems, not a food event. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, July 18, 2013, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants (ages 0-12 months) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, July 22, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 23, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

E-books and Downloads: One-on-One

Where: Ballard Branch. Class type: E-books and Downloads. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Bring your e-reader or mobile device to learn how to access and download digital materials, and get one-on-one help and basic troubleshooting assistance. Registration is required. Description: Help topics may include: - Using the Library’s catalog - Downloading e-books and audiobooks to your computer and mobile devices - Choosing a book format for your e-reader - Managing your digital holds Do you have Kindle questions? Bring your Amazon ID and password. For questions about the Nook or other e-book readers, bring your Adobe ID and password. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Drop by the branch or call 206-684-4089 to sign up in advance for a 45-minute, one-on-one appointment. Class prerequisites: Ability to use the Internet (or Internet Basics 1) and possession of an email address (or Email Basics). Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, July 25, 2013, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants (ages 0-12 months) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, July 29, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 30, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

Teen Space presents: Game On!

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Teens. Language: English. Summary: Come to the Library for board games, Kinect, Wii play and Mario Kart! For ages 12-18. Description: This is a monthly program at Ballard: Teen Space devoted to gaming! Here is your chance to get some game time with Kinect, Wii play and Mario Kart! There will also be board games, art supplies, new books, snacks and conversation. 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. Friday, August 2, 2013, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants (ages 0-12 months) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, August 5, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, August 6, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, August 7, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, August 7, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.

Baby Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Room Location: Meeting Room. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your infants (ages 0-12 months) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, August 12, 2013, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.

Pajama Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, August 13, 2013, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, August 14, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays. Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/audiences/children/chi-calendar-of-events. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, August 14, 2013, 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM.