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Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, May 24, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Downloading E-books and Audiobooks at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Tips for downloading and finding e-books and digital audiobooks. Full Description: This class discusses using e-books on popular devices, including: - Kindle - iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch and Android - Nook and other e-readers We will demonstrate how to download Library e-books and audiobooks and transfer them to a portable device. We will also answer basic questions about how our digital books services work and show you where to get troubleshooting assistance. Class Notes: Class prerequisites: Internet Basics 1 or the ability to use the Internet. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call 206-684-7455 or visit the branch to sign up. Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Other. Saturday, May 26, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 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 28 in observance of Memorial Day. Monday, May 28, 2012, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.spl.org.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is baby story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, May 29, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, May 30, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, May 31, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Computer Basics 1 at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Want to begin using a computer? Full Description: Do you need practice using a mouse and keyboard? For first time computer users, this class introduces common computer terms and features. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call 206-684-7455 or visit the branch to sign up. Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Computer Basics 1. Saturday, June 2, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, June 5, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 6, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, June 7, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Computer Basics 2 at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Work successfully in the Windows environment by learning the most common Windows features, including toolbars, the scroll bar and text boxes. Full Description: This class includes a brief introduction to Word and Internet Explorer. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call 206-684-7455 or visit the branch to sign up. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, or the ability to use a mouse. Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Computer Basics 2. Saturday, June 9, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Evening Book Group at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Southwest Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco. Book Description: In the year 1327, Franciscans in an Italian abbey are suspected of heresy, but Brother William of Baskerville's investigation is suddenly overshadowed by seven bizarre deaths. View in Catalog: "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco. Next Month's Title: "Angle of Repose" by William Stegner. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Monday 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, June 11, 2012, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, June 12, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 13, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, June 14, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Internet Basics 1 at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: This class will introduce you to the Internet and show you how to navigate a Web page. Full Description: You will learn about Web browsers and how to use links, the forward and back buttons, and how to find Web pages. The class includes a brief introduction to search engines. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call 206-684-7455 or visit in person to sign up. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 2, or the ability to work in the Windows environment. Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Internet Basics 1. Saturday, June 16, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Afternoon Book Group at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Southwest Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "Running with Scissors: a Memoir" by Augusten Burroughs. Book Description: This book is the true story of a boy whose mother gave him away to be raised by her psychiatrist, a dead-ringer for Santa and a lunatic in the bargain. View in Catalog: "Running with Scissors" by Augusten Burroughs. Next Month's Title: "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula Le Guin. Book Group Notes: This group meets the third Monday of the month at 2 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, June 18, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, June 19, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 20, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, June 21, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Internet Basics 2 at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: This class introduces techniques for finding information on the Web. Full Description: Learn how to use search engines, evaluate Web sites and print from the Web. This class includes an introduction to online security. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call 206-684-7455 or visit the branch to sign up. Prerequisites: Internet Basics 1, or the ability to navigate a Web page. Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Internet Basics 2. Saturday, June 23, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, June 28, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Downloading E-books and Audiobooks at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Tips for downloading and finding e-books and digital audiobooks. Full Description: This class discusses using e-books on popular devices, including: - Kindle - iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch and Android - Nook and other e-readers We will demonstrate how to download Library e-books and audiobooks and transfer them to a portable device. We will also answer basic questions about how our digital books services work and show you where to get troubleshooting assistance. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call 206-684-7455 or visit the branch to sign up. Class prerequisites: Internet Basics 1 or the ability to use the Internet. Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Other. Saturday, June 30, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 3, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 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. Wednesday, July 4, 2012, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.spl.org.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, July 5, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Evening Book Group at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Southwest Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "Angle of Repose" by Wallace Stegner. Book Description: Wheelchair-bound Lyman Ward researches and recounts his grandmother's experiences as the wife of a mining engineer in the West in the 1880s and 1890s. View in Catalog: "Angle of Repose" by Wallace Stegner. Next Month's Title: "Half Broke Horses: a True-Life Novel" by Jeannette Walls. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Monday 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, July 9, 2012, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 10, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 11, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, July 12, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Afternoon Book Group at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Southwest Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin. Book Description: Winner of the Hugo and Nebula Awards and regarded as a groundbreaking work of science fiction, "The Left Hand of Darkness" tells the story of a lone human emissary to Winter, an alien world whose inhabitants can change their gender. His goal is to facilitate Winter's inclusion in a growing intergalactic civilization. But to do so he must bridge the gulf between his own views and those of the completely dissimilar culture that he encounters. View in Catalog: "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin. Next Month's Title: "The Cheating Culture" by David Callahan. Book Group Notes: This group meets the third Monday of the month at 2 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, July 16, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 18, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, July 19, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 24, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, July 25, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, July 31, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, August 2, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, August 7, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, August 8, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, August 9, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Evening Book Group at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Southwest Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "Half Broke Horses" by Jeannette Walls. Book Description: A true-life novel about Lily Casey Smith (the author's grandmother) who at age six helped her father break horses, at age fifteen left home to teach in a frontier town, and later as a wife and mother runs a vast ranch in Arizona where she survived tornadoes, droughts, floods, the Great Depression, and a most heartbreaking personal tragedy. But despite a life of hardscrabble drudgery, Lily still remains a woman of indomitable spirit. View in Catalog: "Half Broke Horses" by Jeannette Walls. Next Month's Title: "Year of Wonders" by Geraldine Brooks. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Monday 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, August 13, 2012, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, August 14, 2012, 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, August 15, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Event 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, August 16, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Afternoon Book Group at the Southwest Branch

Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Southwest Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Cheating Culture" by David Callahan. Book Description: Callahan identifies America's free-wheeling economic climate of the past 20 years as the cause of rampant cheating corporate scandals, doping in sports, plagiarism by journalists and students, and corner-cutting in the most mundane matters that is a major hidden cost of the boom years. View in Catalog: "The Cheating Culture" by David Callahan. Next Month's Title: "The Deptford Trilogy" by Robertson Davies. Book Group Notes: This group meets the third Monday of the month at 2 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: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, August 20, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.