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Citizenship Class and Tutoring at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Conference Room. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: Citizenship tutoring for immigrant and refugee adults pursuing U.S. citizenship. Full Description: Application assistance is available for those who qualify. This program is presented in partnership with the St. James ESL Program. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. To register, call Jim at the St. James ESL Program at 206-382-4511. Contact: Jim, St. James ESL Program, 206-382-4511. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM.

SNAP community organizing meeting at the Capitol Hill Branch

Capitol Hill Branch Where: Capitol Hill Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Come learn how to put together a disaster supplies kit, create a family disaster plan, and organize with your neighbors to take care of each other when disaster strikes. Full Description: Seattle Neighborhoods Actively Prepare (SNAP) is the newest preparedness program being offered by the city. The programs are being offered at various library branches throughout the city to help you, your family and your neighborhoods become better prepared for the next disaster. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More SNAP Programs: http://www.seattle.gov/emergency. Contact: Office of Emergency Management, 206-233-7123. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Talk Time at the Beacon Hill Branch

Beacon Hill Branch Where: Beacon Hill Branch. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Talk Time Summary: Come to a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group to practice speaking English. Talk Time Description: This program is for beginning to advanced level learners. Participants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. 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. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

E-mail 1 at the South Park Branch

Classes Where: South Park Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Come to this class if you would like to sign up for a free e-mail account. Full Description: We will also teach you basic e-mail terms and how to read and send e-mail. Prerequisites: Internet Basics 1, or the ability to use the Internet, if not e-mail. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Class size is limited to 5. Call 206-615-1688 to sign up. Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: E-mail 1. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Officer Cookie's Urban Youth Chess Club at the Rainier Beach Branch

Childrens Where: Rainier Beach Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Summary: "Play Chess and Not War!" All elementary and middle school kids and their parents are invited to join the group. Full Description: The urban chess club has been going on since February 2007. Officer Cookie and the Seattle Police Foundation have sponsored the club from its inception. New members are always welcomed. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Latin Percussions: a workshop hosted by Nature Consortium at the Green Lake Branch

Childrens Where: Green Lake Branch. Audience: Adults, Children, Teens. Language: English. Summary: Latin Percussions with Johnny Conga is for kids and adults: there will be a lecture, demonstration, timbales and hand percussions. Full Description: This class is hosted by Nature Consortium. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: Green Lake Branch 206-684-7547 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

2009 Jack Straw Writers Program at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Join us for a celebration of the 2009 Jack Straw Writers Program. Full Description: Join the Washington Center for the Book and Jack Straw Productions for readings by literary artists who were selected for the program by curator Donna Miscolta. This event will feature readings by Lana Hechtman Ayers, Anna Bálint, Rachel Dilworth, Alma García, Laura Hirschfield, Kim-An Lieberman, Priscilla Long, Michael Magee, Madeline Ostrander, and Storme Webber. The purpose of the Jack Straw Writers Program is to introduce local writers to the medium of recorded audio, to encourage the creation of… Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and open to the public. Tickets and reservations are not required. Parking in the Central Library garage will be available for a $5 special event rate. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

Front Porch Theater: Interactive Preview at the Northgate Branch

Northgate Branch Where: Northgate Branch. Audience: Adults, Teens. Language: English. Summary: Participate as a part of the cast or audience in a reading and conversation about Intiman Theatre's upcoming play, "Abe Lincoln in Illinois.". Full Description: What are the critical issues today that compel us to confront what seems to be impossible, both within ourselves and as they impact our country and our community? Be "cast" as Abe Lincoln and other characters from the play for an informal, 40-minute reading, followed by a facilitated conversation. Familiarity with the play is not necessary, and those who don't wish to read are encouraged to attend as audience and be part of the conversation. Spanning 20 years, encapsulating the period of Lincoln's mat… Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. This preview also includes a free raffle for play tickets. Contact Info: Northgate Branch 206-386-1980 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

Meet the Artists reception at the Southwest Branch

Southwest Branch Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults, Children, Teens. Language: English. Summary: This is an opportunity to meet your creative neighbors! Coffee and dessert will be served. Full Description: This event is part of the 18th Annual Southwest Art Showcase. Art work by Southwest community members is on display at the Southwest Branch from October 26 through November 15. Artists participating in the Showcase are encouraged to attend the reception. This reception is a chance to discuss art with the artists in a low-key, friendly setting. This event is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Branch, a chapter of the Friends of the Seattle Public Library. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Flash Nonfiction Class: write short, creative nonfiction essays at the University Branch

Classes Where: University Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Not ready to write a full memoir? Don't have the time? How about writing a slice of your life, instead? In this workshop we will examine the thrill of writing SHORT creative nonfiction in essays that are less than 1000 words and filled to the brim with immediacy and verve. Full Description: We will focus on evocative images and concision, while jumping into the action, then out. Inspiration will be drawn from writers such as Tobias Wolff, Maxine Kumin, Li-Young Lee, and Naomi Shihab Nye. Instructor Ann Teplick has a MFA in creative writing. She is a poet, playwright and prose writer who teaches at a number of venues in the Seattle area including the Richard Hugo House. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Call 206-684-4063 to sign up. Contact Info: University Branch 206-684-4063 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Other. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Computer Basics 1 at the Montlake Branch

Classes Where: Montlake Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Want to begin using a computer? Do you need practice using a mouse and keyboard? Full Description: 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 because class size is limited to 8. Beginning October 15, call 206-684-4720 to sign up. Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Computer Basics 1. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.

Giờ đọc truyện tiếng Việt! (Vietnamese Story Time at the Columbia Branch)

Vietnamese Where: Columbia Branch. Audience: Children. Language: Tiểng Việt. Story Time Summary: Thư viện công cộng Seattle tổ chức giờ đọc truyện bằng tiếng Việt cho trẻ em! (The Seattle Public Library is hosting Vietnamese story times for young children!). Full Description: Hãy đem con em quý vị đến thư viện để theo dõi các câu chuyện, các bài hát và thơ ca. Event Notes: Nếu quí vị có thắc mắc và cần thông dịch, hãy cho biết ngôn ngữ của quí vị và người thủ thư sẽ gọi một thông dịch viên. Các sự kiện và chương trình của thư viện hoàn toàn miễn phí. Không bắt buộc phải ghi danh trước. Translation: Bring your child to the library to celebrate stories, songs, and rhymes! Library events and programs are free. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/default.asp?pageID=audience_children_calendar. Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM.

Poets West at the Green Lake Branch

Green Lake Branch Where: Green Lake Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Poets West has programs with open mike sessions on the first three Saturdays of November. Full Description: This week's program features a reader's choice of poetry, prose, or public issue. An open mike session will follow featured poets Richard Brugger, Murray Gordon and David Horowitz. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: Green Lake Branch 206-684-7547 or Ask a Librarian. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Beginning a Job Search at the Montlake Branch

Classes Where: Montlake Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Have you just been laid off? Are you just starting your job search? Full Description: In this workshop you will learn how to develop a successful job search plan in tough economic times. We will discuss strategies to help you deal with being unemployed, and help you develop a successful job search work plan. This class is presented in partnership with WorkSource at South Seattle Community College. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required since class size is limited to 15. Beginning October 15, call 206-684-4720 to sign up. Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Job Search Planning. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Jack Nisbet reads at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Jack Nisbet discusses his latest book, “The Collector: David Douglas and the Natural History of the Northwest.”. Full Description: Acclaimed author and historian Jack Nisbet turns his attention to the 19th century Scottish explorer and naturalist David Douglas in his new book, "The Collector: David Douglas and the Natural History of the Northwest." Douglas led a fascinating life that took him everywhere from New York to Hawaii, but he is best known for his groundbreaking observations of the Pacific Northwest. His discoveries include hundreds of western plants — most notably the Douglas Fir. Douglas’ detailed field notebooks and lively… View in Catalog: "The Collector" by Jack Nisbet. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

Dia de los muertos manualidades: Crear luminarias / Day of the Dead crafts: Creating Luminarias workshop at the Central Library

Childrens Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center. Audience: Children. Language: English, Español. Summary: Artist Amaranta Ibarra Sandys introduces audiences to traditional Day of the Dead crafts. / La artista, Amaranta Ibarra Sandys, presentará manualidades tradicionales del Día de los muertos. Full Description: Luminarias are simple outdoor decorations made out of paper bags and colorful tissue paper. They are used for weddings, parties and other festivities. Participants will learn basic paper-cutting techniques using scissors and a hole puncher. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. For children 5 and up. This program is bilingual. Translation: Luminarias son decoraciones para el exterior hechas de bolsas de papel y de papel fino muy colorido. Se utilizan en las bodas, fiestas y otras festividades. Los participantes aprenderán las técnicas básicas del papel cortado usando tijeras y perforadores. Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos y todos son bienvenidos. Para niños mayores de 5 años. Este programa es bilingüe. More...: http://www.spl.org/default.asp?pageID=audience_children_features_detail&cid=1255968646051. Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Rainier Beach Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Rainier Beach Branch. Audience: Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Douglass-Truth Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Douglass-Truth Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Word Processing Skills 1 - Wired for Learning at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Computer Lab. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: In this series of classes, you will learn how to create a document and then make changes to what you have written. Full Description: To use the Internet, write e-mails, or use most computer programs, you need to be able to enter, change, move, and delete text. We recommend you take both Word Processing Skills 1 and 2. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Wired for Learning classes are computer classes for adult ESL and Literacy learners who want to improve their computer skills. Registration is required. Registration for each month starts on the 15th of the month before. Call 206-684-0849 to sign up. Contact Info: World Languages 206-684-0849 or e-mail. Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Central Library Tour

Central Tours Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 3, Welcome Desk. Audience: Adults. Tour Summary: Take a tour of the Central Library to learn more about the building and its services. Tour Description: This tour will last approximately one hour. General tours focus on the services of the library and the functions of the various floors and spaces. Architectural tours focus more on the structure and design of the building. Tour Notes: The tours are free. Register in person at the Level 3 Welcome Desk. Reservations are not accepted in advance for public tours. Tour Information Line: 206-733-9609. More Tour Information: http://www.spl.org/default.asp?pageID=branch_central_tours&branchID=1. Monday, November 9, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Computación básica en la Biblioteca Central (Computer Basics at the Central Library)

Spanish Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Primer piso, Sala de Computación de LEW (Level 1, LEW Computer Lab). Audience: Adults. Language: Español. Summary: Aprenda los conceptos básicos de computación. (Learn computer basics.). Full Description: La clase se enfoca en el aprendizaje del uso del ratón, el teclado y las funciones básicas del ambiente gráfico de Windows. Class Notes: Para registrarse y obtener más información llame al 206-684-0849 y pregunte por Marcela o deje un mensaje en español en el 206-615-1662. Translation: Computer Basics. Learn how to use a mouse, keyboard, and the Windows environment. Registration is required. Call 206-684-0849 and ask for Marcela or call 206-615-1662 for a message in Spanish. Contact Info: World Languages 206-684-0849 or e-mail. Class type: Computer Basics 1. Monday, November 9, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Computer Basics 2 at the Montlake Branch

Classes Where: Montlake 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. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 or the ability to use a mouse. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required because class size is limited to 8. Beginning October 15, call 206-684-4720 to sign up. Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Computer Basics 2. Monday, November 9, 2009, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Delridge Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Delridge Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Delridge Branch 206-733-9125 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Résumé Basics at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 4, Room 4. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Come to this workshop if you want to learn what employers are looking for in a résumé. Full Description: This workshop focuses on developing a résumé that will get past the 10-second screen. A résumé template will be distributed that can be used in paper or electronic form. This class is presented in partnership with WorkSource at South Seattle Community College. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. No registration required. Seating may be limited based on room capacity. For more information, call 206-386-4636. Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Résumé Basics. Monday, November 9, 2009, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Advanced Beginner ESL Class at the University Branch

University Branch Where: University Branch. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: In this class students will learn beginning grammar, basic vocabulary, reading and conversation. Full Description: This class is for adults and child care is not available. Presented in partnership with the Literacy Council of Seattle. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Beginning September 15, call 206-233-9720 to sign up. Contact: Sara Elefson at 206-233-9720. Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Homework Help at the Beacon Hill Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Beacon Hill Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Douglass-Truth Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Douglass-Truth Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Homework Help at the South Park Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: South Park Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Columbia Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Columbia Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Homework Help at the Rainier Beach Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Rainier Beach Branch. Audience: Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Homework Help at the NewHolly Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: NewHolly Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: NewHolly Branch 206-386-1905 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

Beginning-Level ESL Class at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Conference Room. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: In this class, students will learn the English alphabet and sounds, basic vocabulary and daily conversation skills. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. This event is co-sponsored by the Literacy Council of Seattle. Contact: Sara Elefson, 206-233-9720. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Talk Time at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 4, Rooms 1 and 2 (room location varies each week). Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Talk Time Summary: Come to a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group to practice speaking English. Talk Time Description: This program is for beginning to advanced level learners. Participants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: World Languages 206-684-0849 or e-mail. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Beginning-Level ESL Class at the International District/Chinatown Branch

International District/Chinatown Branch Where: International District/Chinatown Branch. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: The Literacy Council of Seattle, in partnership with The Seattle Public Library, is offering an ESL class for Beginners. Full Description: In this class, students will learn the English alphabet and sounds, basic vocabulary and daily conversation skills. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. This event is co-sponsored by the Literacy Council of Seattle. Contact: Sara Elefson, 206-233-9720. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Homework Help at the Broadview Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Broadview Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM.

Homework Help at the Lake City Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Lake City Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Résumé Basics at the Montlake Branch

Classes Where: Montlake Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Come to this workshop if you want to learn what employers are looking for in a résumé. Full Description: This workshop focuses on developing a résumé that will get past the 10-second screen. A résumé template will be distributed that can be used in paper or electronic form. This class is presented in partnership with WorkSource at South Seattle Community College. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required since class size is limited to 8. Beginning October 15, call 206-684-4720 to sign up. Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Résumé Basics. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Evening Book Group at the Magnolia Branch

Magnolia Branch Where: Magnolia Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Magnolia Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" by Junot Diaz. Book Description: Oscar, an overweight ghetto nerd in New Jersey dreams of becoming the Dominican J.R.R. Tolkien and of finding love. But he may never get what he wants because of an ancient curse that has haunted Oscar's family for generations. View in Catalog: "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" by Junot Diaz. Next Month's Title: Exit Ghost by Philip Roth. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Monday of the month at 6:30 PM. 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: Magnolia Branch 206-386-4225 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Ken Auletta and Brier Dudley discuss 'Googled: The End of the World as We Know It' at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Summary: Join Ken Auletta and Seattle Times technology columnist Brier Dudley for a conversation about “Googled.”. Full Description: New Yorker columnist and bestselling author Ken Auletta tells the story of Google. With unprecedented access to Google's founders and executives, as well as to those in media who are struggling to keep their heads above water, he reveals how the industry is being disrupted and redefined. Auletta takes readers inside Google's closed-door meetings and paints portraits of Google's notoriously private founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, as well as those who work with -- and against -- them. In his narrativ… View in Catalog: "Googled: The End of the World as We Know It" by Ken Auletta. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian. Monday, November 9, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

Intermediate-Level ESL Pronunciation Class at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Conference Room. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: In this intermediate-level ESL pronunciation class, students will study: vowels and consonants, stress (focus words), and intonation. Full Description: The is class is presented in partnership with the Literacy Council of Seattle. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. This class is for adults and childcare is not available. Registration is required. Registration will be held at 10:30 AM on September 8. Students will register for the class and take an assessment test. Class is limited to 10 students and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Classes will take place from 10:30 AM - 12 PM on Tuesday and Thursday, September 15 through November 19, at the Central Library. Contact the Literacy Council of Se… Contact: Sarah Elefson, 206-233-9720. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Poetry Appreciation Group at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Spiral 6 Conference Room. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join fellow poetry lovers to read and discuss poems. Book Description: This group meets every Tuesday (except holidays) from noon to 1 p.m. Book Group Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Visually Impaired Readers Book Group at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 4, Room 5. Audience: Adults, LEAP. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join the Central Library's Visually Impaired Readers book group discussion of "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. Book Description: As a young boy, Santiago has a dream and the courage to follow it. Santiago takes the reader on a Ulysses-like journey of exploration and self-discovery. As he sets out to see the greatest offerings of the world; and discover the many treasures of life, Santiago comes to realize and appreciate the gift he's possessed all along. View in Catalog: "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. Next Month's Title: "After Dark" by Haruki Murakami. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Tuesday of the month at noon. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Books on Tape are provided free of charge and delivered to your home by the Washington Talking Book and Braille Library, for more information call Alan Bentson at 206-615-0400. Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Baby Story Time at the Northeast Branch

StoryTime Where: Northeast Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is baby story time at the Northeast Branch! Bring your infants (0-12 months) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Full Description: Four weekly sessions will focus on pre-literacy skills, including rhymes and reading with your infant. Name tag time starts at 1:30, then we'll have a half hour of fun and learning starting around 1:45. Handouts will be provided. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Space is limited, so registration is required. Call 206-684-7539 to sign up. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/default.asp?pageID=audience_children_calendar. Contact Info: Northeast Branch 206-684-7539 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.

Internet Basics 1 at the Central Library

Classes Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 4, Room 4. 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 and Web directories. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 2 or the ability to work in the Windows environment. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. No registration is required. Seating may be limited based on room capacity. Contact Info: *Central Library 206-386-4636 or Ask a Librarian. Class type: Internet Basics 1. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.

Intermediate-Level ESL Grammar Class at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Conference Room. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: In this Intermediate-Level ESL Grammar class, students will study the following grammar topics: verb tenses, nouns, pronouns, and questions. Full Description: This class is offered in partnership with the Literacy Council of Seattle. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. This class is for adults and childcare is not available. Contact: Sara Elefson, 206-233-9720. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM.

Teen Book Group at the Green Lake Branch

Teens 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 Christopher Killer: A Forensic Mystery" by Alane Ferguson. Book Description: On the payroll as an assistant to her coroner father, seventeen-year-old Cameryn Mahoney uses her knowledge of forensic medicine to catch the killer of a friend while putting herself in terrible danger. View in Catalog: "The Christopher Killer" by Alane Ferguson. Next Month's Title: "The Ghost's Child" by Sonya Hartnett. 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. We meet at the front of the library. Contact Info: Green Lake Branch 206-684-7547 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Anime Club at the Beacon Hill Branch

Teens 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. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Beacon Hill Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Beacon Hill Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Delridge Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Delridge Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Delridge Branch 206-733-9125 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Douglass-Truth Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Douglass-Truth Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Homework Help at the South Park Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: South Park Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Northgate Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Northgate Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Northgate Branch 206-386-1980 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Columbia Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Columbia Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Homework Help at the International District/Chinatown Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: International District/Chinatown Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: International District/Chinatown Branch 206-386-1300 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Homework Help at the Rainier Beach Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Rainier Beach Branch. Audience: Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Homework Help at the NewHolly Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: NewHolly Branch. Audience: Children, Teens, ESL. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: NewHolly Branch 206-386-1905 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

Word Processing Skills 1 - Wired for Learning at the Central Library

*Central Library Where: *Central Library. Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Computer Lab. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: In this series of classes, you will learn how to create a document and then make changes to what you have written. Full Description: To use the Internet, write e-mails, or use most computer programs, you need to be able to enter, change, move, and delete text. We recommend you take both Word Processing Skills 1 and 2. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Wired for Learning classes are computer classes for adult ESL and Literacy learners who want to improve their computer skills. Registration is required. Registration for each month starts on the 15th of the month before. Call 206-684-0849 to sign up. Contact Info: World Languages 206-684-0849 or e-mail. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Talk Time at the Lake City Branch

Lake City Branch Where: Lake City Branch. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Talk Time Summary: Come to a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group to practice speaking English. Talk Time Description: This program is for beginning to advanced level learners. Participants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Call 206-684-7518 to sign up. Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Citizenship Class at the Southwest Branch

Southwest Branch Where: Southwest Branch. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: Citizenship class for immigrant and refugee adults pursuing U.S. citizenship. Full Description: Study for the citizenship test, prepare for the interview and improve your English. The citizenship application is also available. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call Literacy Source at 206-782-2050 to sign up. Contact: Literacy Source, 206-782-2050. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

ESL Class for Advanced Beginners at the Broadview Branch

Broadview Branch Where: Broadview Branch. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: The Literacy Council of Seattle, in partnership with the Seattle Public Library, offers an ESL class for beginners. Full Description: In this class you will learn beginning grammar, vocabulary, reading and conversation skills. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Call the Literacy Council of Seatte at 206-233-9720 to sign up. This class is limited to 10 students. Placement tests will take place on September 22 and 24, from 6 - 7:30 PM. Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Homework Help at the Broadview Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Broadview Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM.

Homework Help at the Lake City Branch

HomeworkHelp Where: Lake City Branch. Audience: Children, Teens. Language: English. Homework Help Summary: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays. Homework Help Description: These super volunteers provide support and encouragement to students and are especially good at helping new English speakers. Please note that, while Homework Help is available to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, volunteers are not responsible for children, who should not be left unsupervised. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens. Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Evening Book Group at the Northeast Branch

Northeast Branch Where: Northeast Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Northeast Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "River Town: Two Years on the Yangtze" by Peter Hessler. Book Description: A Peace Corps English teach powerfully portrays a microcosm of a changing China during the late 1990s in this brilliant travelogue that interweaves his students' writings with his own adventures and descriptions of quirky people he meets. View in Catalog: "River Town: Two Years on the Yangtze" by Peter Hessler. Next Month's Title: "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder. Book Group Notes: This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM. 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: Northeast Branch 206-684-7539 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Book Group at the Fremont Branch

Fremont Branch Where: Fremont Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Fremont Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is Last Night at the Lobster by Stewart O'Nan. Book Description: Managing a failed seafood restaurant in a run-down New England mall just before Christmas, Manny DeLeon coordinates a challenging final shift of mutinous staff members, an effort that is complicated by his love for a waitress, a pregnant girlfriend, and an elusive holiday gift. [1/2009]. View in Catalog: "Last Night at the Lobster" by Stewart O'Nan. Next Month's Title: "The Dante Club" by Matthew Pearl. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM. 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: Fremont Branch 206-684-4084 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM.

Book Group at the Greenwood Branch

Greenwood Branch Where: Greenwood Branch. Level, Room: Meeting Room. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Greenwood Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Brooklyn Follies" by Paul Auster. Book Description: Nathan Glass, a 59-year-old retired insurance salesman, moves to Brooklyn to live a life of quiet solitude, but instead goes on a spirited journey with his long-lost nephew Tom. View in Catalog: "The Brooklyn Follies" by Paul Auster. Next Month's Title: "Before You Know Kindness" by Christopher Bohjalian. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM. 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: Greenwood Branch 206-684-4086 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Beginning-Level ESL Class at the Beacon Hill Branch

Beacon Hill Branch Where: Beacon Hill Branch. Audience: Adults, ESL. Language: English. Summary: In this class, students will learn the English alphabet and sounds, basic vocabulary and daily conversation skills. Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. This class is for adults and childcare is not available. Contact: Sara Elefson, 206-233-9720. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM.

Book Group at the West Seattle Branch

West Seattle Branch Where: West Seattle Branch. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the West Seattle Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "Returning to Earth" by Jim Harrison. Book Description: Diagnosed with a fatal disease, 45-year-old Donald Burkett of Chippewa-Finnish descent and living in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, attempts to relate his family history to his children. View in Catalog: "Returning to Earth" by Jim Harrison. Next Month's Title: "Ten Little Indians" by Sherman Alexie. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 6:45 PM. Please note that November 11 is a library holiday; the group will meet a day early on Tuesday, Nov. 10 and will resume their regular meeting schedule in December. 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: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

Pajama Story Time at the Ballard Branch

StoryTime Where: Ballard Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: Bring the family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs, and a simple craft. Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. More Children's Programs: http://www.spl.org/default.asp?pageID=audience_children_calendar. Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM.

Library Closed in observance of Veterans Day

Holiday Closures Locations: All locations. Summary: All locations of The Seattle Public Library will be closed on November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.spl.org.

Evening Book Group at the South Park Neighborhood Center

South Park Branch Where: South Park Branch. Address: South Park Neighborhood Center 8201 10th Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98108. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for an evening book group at the South Park Neighborhood Center. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Piano Tuner" by Daniel Mason. Book Description: The introduction, discussion questions, suggested reading list, and author biography that follow are designed to enhance your group’s reading of Daniel Mason’s enigmatic and compelling first novel about the Anglo-Burmese war, a rogue major, and the fate of an ordinary piano tuner drawn into an extraordinary entanglement. View in Catalog: "BOOK TITLE" by Daniel Mason. Next Month's Title: "A Good Scent From a Strange Mountain" by Robert Butler. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Although the South Park Branch is closed for Veterans Day, the November meeting will take place, as scheduled, at the South Park Neighborhood Center. 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: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

Morning Book Group at the South Park Community Center

South Park Branch Where: South Park Branch. Address: South Park Community Center 8319 8th Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98108. Audience: Adults. Language: English. Book Group Summary: Join us for a morning book group at the South Park Community Center. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "The Children's Blizzard" by David Laskin. Book Description: Thousands of impoverished Northern European immigrants were promised that the prairie offered "land, freedom, and hope." The disastrous blizzard of 1888 revealed that their free homestead was not a paradise but a hard, unforgiving place governed by natural forces they neither understood nor controlled, and America’s heartland would never be the same. View in Catalog: "The Children's Blizzard" by David Laskin. Next Month's Title: "Thirteen Moons" by Charles Frazier. Book Group Notes: This group meets the second Thursday of the month at 9:30 AM. 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: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Queen Anne Branch

StoryTime Where: Queen Anne Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Queen Anne Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, 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/default.asp?pageID=audience_children_calendar. Contact Info: Queen Anne Branch 206-386-4227 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Montlake Branch

StoryTime Where: Montlake Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Montlake 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/default.asp?pageID=audience_children_calendar. Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:15 AM – 10:35 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Northeast Branch

StoryTime Where: Northeast Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Northeast 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/default.asp?pageID=audience_children_calendar. Contact Info: Northeast Branch 206-684-7539 or Ask a Librarian. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:15 AM – 10:35 AM.

Toddler Story Time at the Northgate Branch

StoryTime Where: Northgate Branch. Audience: Children. Language: English. Story Time Summary: It is stor