Sheep River Library - Fall Courses and Spring Planning

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Travel Talks, Wildlife programs and general interest courses are drawing Diamond Valley people to the Sheep River Library this fall even though the nicest days of the year have been this month. The session on War on Terror drew a group of 20 people even though this was a repeat session given by library manager Muhammad. The session of Grizzly Bears slated for October 20th looks like it will be a full house. Although there is plenty of time, do sign up for the wildlife program Pheasants Forever on November 10th when Bob Haysom, Executive Director of the association will be talking about upland wildlife habitat and preserving the environment for this beautiful species.
Looking for a fun night out with the kids? Come to the October 21st showing of Hachi- A Dogs Tale. The movie nights have proven to be quite popular in the small space currently available for showings. In the new library, there will be a much larger film viewing area with tentative plans in the works to have a Saturday matinee at least twice a month for kids, a book/movie session for folks interested in seeing how their favourite novel was interpreted by the movie industry and of course thoughtful documentaries and unique film presentations. If you are interested in helping with any of these session, please call Diane at 933-7533 or Muhammad at the library.
Two computer classes have been organized for morning sessions.  Introduction to Computers was held in September and two classes on Introduction to the Internet will be held in November. Currently the library is limited to very few participants for these kinds of courses. However, with a bank of eight computers in the new library, classes of eight will be easily accommodated. Utilizing the new laptop computers, class sessions can also be held in the small or medium meeting rooms. Heather Pfeil has joined the teaching team at the library and will arrange classes to meet your needs. Please contact the library soon with your ideas.
Want to learn how you can order that favourite book or download eBooks and Audiobooks straight to your own MP3 player. Come to the library on October 28th for this TRACpac and Overdrive Orientation. Bring your laptop and MP3 player. This is a must for people anticipating making use of this fabulous technology to borrow new books.
Getting ready for Christmas! Join the Paper-clay Jewellery class which runs for two nights starting November 1st from 6:00 til 8:00pm. Supplies can be purchased - ask for the supply list when registering. The proceeds of this class will be donated to the Friends of the Library.
Tiles for Smiles will continue until Christmas. Purchase a tile for $50, either as a personal memento for you and your family to commemorate the opening of this fabulous facility or in memory of someone or in the name of your club or business! Painting days will be scheduled during November, December and January. The Tiles will be put in place in February close to the children’s section. To date the Friends have raised $30,000.00 which will be matched by the province. Money will be used for new specialized shelving, chairs for the computer stations, meeting room furnishings and lounge chairs for catching up on the newest newspapers and magazines.