Tuesday, June 18, 2019
Active Reading Mentor Training
Come learn fun strategies that you can use to support literacy at home or in the community! Learn how to use the ABCs of Active Reading one-on-one with a child in grades K-3.
Preteen Scene: Makey Makey Music
If you are between the ages of 8 and 11, join us for books and literacy activities that help improve your critical thinking skills.
Reading Buddies (Tutor 4)
If you are between the ages of 3-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.
Reading Buddies (Tutor 5)
If you are between the ages of 3-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.
Reading Buddies
If you are between the ages of 5-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.*Registration is limited
Technology Tutor
One-on-one computer help sessions with a technology tutor. Topics covered include but are not limited to Microsoft Office, Internet, email and online applications. Sessions are 30 minutes.
Reading Buddies (Tutor 5)
If you are between the ages of 3-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.
Alcohol Addiction Awareness: Recognizing the Signs and Resources for Help
Join us for an informative session about alcohol addiction.
ESL Tutoring
Do you or someone you know need help learning English? Matthews Library offers free ESL tutoring Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Tutoring appointments are 30 minutes in length.
Reading Buddies (Tutor 4)
If you are between the ages of 3-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.
Reading Buddies
If you are between the ages of 5-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.
Microsoft Excel 2013 Intermediate
Join us for a follow up to the Microsoft Excel Basics class. After a brief review, we will discuss formulas, functions, spreadsheet modifications, charts and graphs.
Heartfulness Meditation
Come for this four part series led by Faith Northington. Learn techniques to relax and meditate. Heartfulness is a simple technique to learn for a deeper connection with your inner self.
Mindfulness & Meditation
Learn about mindfulness and practice stress management through guided meditation and discussion.
Poetry Writing Group
Join this monthly writing group to develop new work and find support for publication and submission of work.
Reading Buddies (Tutor 5)
If you are between the ages of 3-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.
English Conversation Club
Improve your pronunciation and increase your confidence as you practice speaking and listening skills in a relaxed environment with different discussion topics every. All levels welcome!
Reading Buddies
If you are between the ages of 5-11, increase your reading confidence, fluency and comprehension by reading aloud with a library volunteer during a 30-minute 1-on-1 session.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Literacy Scavenger Hunt: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by completing this month's literacy scavenger hunt. Everyone who finishes the scavenger hunt will receive a prize!
Technology Tutors: One-on-One Support Session
Sign up for a 60-minute individual session with a volunteer to get help with computer basics, Microsoft Office, Internet, email, or other topics. Call 704-416-5000, option 4 for an appointment.
Book Sale: Special Collections and Bound Serials
In preparation for Main Library's renovation, we are upping our "book sale game" during summer 2019.
Baby Storytime
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes.
Baby Storytime
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes.
Toddler Storytime
Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities.
Baby Storytime
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes.
Toddler Storytime
Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities.
Toddler Storytime
Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities.
Preschool Storytime
Engage your preschoolers with books, activities, stories and songs that encourage language and pre-reading skill development in order to help them grow into successful readers.
Baby Storytime
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes.
Walk-In Tech Tutoring
Work with a library staff member to boost your technology skills. Topics include digital devices, computer or internet basics, downloading digital materials or Microsoft Office.