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Free Computer Classes — Hands-on, one-session classes require registration as space is limited. Classes are free and open to all.
n Computer Basics, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.Tuesday
n Beginning Word 07, 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday
Sign up for Summer Reading Programs — “One World, Many Stories/ Un Mundo, Muchas Historias” is the theme for children, and “You Are Here/ Tu Estas Aqui” is the theme for teens. Brochures are available online or at the Library.
Teen Gaming — 3 to 5 p.m. Mondays; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays. Bring library cards for laptop use, play games, the Wii or just hang out.
Teen Movies and More —3 to 5 p.m. Saturdays through July 23. Bring friends, enjoy a movie and snacks. Clue to the movie on July 16: it’s about a very famous race horse (rated PG).
Knit Knight — All levels of experience are welcome to gather on at 7 p.m. Mondays to share patterns, ideas and expertise.
Piccadilly Puppet Show — at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. The puppets tell stories of “Animals of Africa.”
Social Networking Video Conference — at 4 p.m. Thursday. Join Randy Merrell of the Salina Public Library to talk about sites, such as Facebook and LinkedIn.
Teen “Around the World” Thursday — at 6 p.m. Thursday. Play Book Bingo and score some great prizes.
Third Tuesday Genealogy — at 7 p.m. July 19. Meet in the old section of Greenwood Cemetery to discuss various methods to decipher weathered inscriptions on tombstones. All are welcome to attend.
Ventriloquist Kevin Horner — at 1:30 p.m. July 20. Get “Out of this World” with the illusions of Kevin Horner. Free family fun.
Teen “Around the World” — at 6 p.m. July 21. Create a frame for your favorite photo from chopsticks. Gaming available, too. Bring NPL cards to use the laptops.
Desktop Publishing Made Easy — from 10 to 11:15 a.m. July 23. Trent Rose leads a discussion of three free tools for creating greeting cards, brochures, banners, postcards, as well as e-mail newsletters for businesses and organizations. No previous desktop publishing experience required. This class is free and does not require registration.
Fourth Tuesday Photography — at 7 p.m. July 26. John Ellert presents “Catch the Eye: A Photographer’s Guide to Visual Design.” Bring cameras, cords, manuals, and questions. Enjoy photographs at the Fourth Tuesday Photography Flickr and Facebook sites.
Barnyard Puppets — at 1:30 p.m. July 27. Join NPL’s own Barnyard Puppet Theatre and their “Globe Trotting Tales.” Free fun for the whole family!
Teen “Around the World” — at 6 p.m. July 28. What will you put in your time capsule? Gaming available, too. Bring NPL cards to use the laptops.
Free Computer Classes — Hands-on, one-session classes require registration as space is limited. Classes are free and open to all.
n Computer Basics, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.Tuesday n Beginning Word 07, 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday Sign up for Summer Reading Programs — “One World, Many Stories/ Un Mundo, Muchas Historias” is the theme for children, and “You Are Here/ Tu Estas Aqui” is the theme for teens. Brochures are available online or at the Library. Teen Gaming — 3 to 5 p.m. Mondays; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays. Bring library cards for laptop use, play games, the Wii or just hang out. Teen Movies and More —3 to 5 p.m. Saturdays through July 23. Bring friends, enjoy a movie and snacks. Clue to the movie on July 16: it’s about a very famous race horse (rated PG). Knit Knight — All levels of experience are welcome to gather on at 7 p.m. Mondays to share patterns, ideas and expertise. Piccadilly Puppet Show — at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. The puppets tell stories of “Animals of Africa.” Social Networking Video Conference — at 4 p.m. Thursday. Join Randy Merrell of the Salina Public Library to talk about sites, such as Facebook and LinkedIn. Teen “Around the World” Thursday — at 6 p.m. Thursday. Play Book Bingo and score some great prizes. Third Tuesday Genealogy — at 7 p.m. July 19. Meet in the old section of Greenwood Cemetery to discuss various methods to decipher weathered inscriptions on tombstones. All are welcome to attend. Ventriloquist Kevin Horner — at 1:30 p.m. July 20. Get “Out of this World” with the illusions of Kevin Horner. Free family fun. Teen “Around the World” — at 6 p.m. July 21. Create a frame for your favorite photo from chopsticks. Gaming available, too. Bring NPL cards to use the laptops. Desktop Publishing Made Easy — from 10 to 11:15 a.m. July 23. Trent Rose leads a discussion of three free tools for creating greeting cards, brochures, banners, postcards, as well as e-mail newsletters for businesses and organizations. No previous desktop publishing experience required. This class is free and does not require registration. Fourth Tuesday Photography — at 7 p.m. July 26. John Ellert presents “Catch the Eye: A Photographer’s Guide to Visual Design.” Bring cameras, cords, manuals, and questions. Enjoy photographs at the Fourth Tuesday Photography Flickr and Facebook sites. Barnyard Puppets — at 1:30 p.m. July 27. Join NPL’s own Barnyard Puppet Theatre and their “Globe Trotting Tales.” Free fun for the whole family! Teen “Around the World” — at 6 p.m. July 28. What will you put in your time capsule? Gaming available, too. Bring NPL cards to use the laptops. Learn, Share, Discuss Linux — The Newton Linux User’s Group will meet at 6:45 p.m. Aug. 2 to share information and applications regarding this open source alternative to Microsoft Operating Systems. Meetings are free and open to all. Art display — Enjoy the paintings of Laurie Tietjen. This display is courtesy of the artist and the Newton Fine Arts Association. Display case — Kauffman Museum displays artifacts. Enjoy these new items now on the shelves: n Berg, Elizabeth. “Once Upon a Time, There Was You.” When tragedy strikes, Irene and John come together to support the daughter they love. New and CD Fiction n Davidson, Martin. “The Perfect Nazi.” The author uncovers his grandfather’s secret past. New Nonfiction n Dukan, Dr. Pierre. “The Dukan Diet. 2 steps to lose weight, 2 steps to keep it off forever.” New Nonfiction n Hilderbrand, Elin. “Silver Girl.” A suspenseful story which explores the power of friendship, set in Nantucket. New Fiction n Jackson, Lisa. “Devious. Val” has no choice but to catch a devious, depraved killer intent on purging St. Marguerite’s of all its sins. New and CD Fiction n LaPedis, Aaron. “The Garage Sale Millionaire.” America’s No. 1 collector writes about making money from estate auctions and garage sales. New Nonfiction n Miller, James Andrew. “Those Guys Have All the Fun.” Inside the world of ESPN. New Nonfiction n Nelson, Melissa, “D.V.M. The Complete Guide to Small-Scale Farming.” Everything you need to know about raising beef and dairy cattle, rabbits, ducks and other small animals. New Nonfiction Roy, Anuradha. An Atlas of Impossible Longing. Makunda and Bakul find each other when abandoned by everyone else. New Fiction Two-Lane Blacktop. James Taylor is the driver, Warren Oates is GTO, Laurie Bird is the girl, Dennis Wilson is the mechanic. DVD
