Upcoming Programs
Free Computer Workshops for Adults
Winter Session
Beginning January 12, 2010
Southside Library
Jeff & Michelle Branch Community Room
6599 Jaguar Dr.
955-2820
Registration is recommended and will start on December 21 for the January workshops.
Call 955-2820 or register in person at the Southside Reference Desk.
Tuesday Mornings
10:15 - 11:45 a.m.
January 12:
Basic Internet E-mail -
Set up a free e-mail account on the internet, send and receive messages, attach documents, and set up contact lists.
January 26 :
Basic Internet Searching -
An introduction to web site navigation, using a browser, web addresses, and links, and searching the internet.
February 9 :
Basic Internet E-mail -
Set up a free e-mail account on the internet, send and receive messages, attach documents, and set up contact lists.
February 23 :
Basic Internet Searching -
An introduction to web site navigation, using a browser, web addresses, and links, and searching the internet.
Thursday Afternoons
5:30- 7:00 p.m.
January 21 :
Basic Internet Searching -
An introduction to web site navigation, using a browser, web addresses, and links, and searching the internet.
February 4 :
Basic Internet E-mail -
Set up a free e-mail account on the internet, send and receive messages, attach documents, and set up contact lists.
February 18 :
Basic Internet Searching -
An introduction to web site navigation, using a browser, web addresses, and links, and searching the internet.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Santa Fe Public Library.
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Parenting Can Be a Laughing Matter
Rescheduled!
A presentation by local author Robert Wilder
Saturday, March 27
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Southside Branch Library
Robert Wilder is the author of two critically acclaimed books of essays: Tales From the Teachers’ Lounge and Daddy Needs a Drink, both of which have been optioned for television and film. Join Robert as he talks about his experiences with the humorous side of parenting. Refreshments will be provided.
To register, and for more information, contact Mary at 670-4828 or marys@uwsfc.org
Sponsored by the Santa Fe Public Library, Santa Fe Children's Project, and First Born.
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Small Towns Can Be Deadly
How to Write a Cozy Mystery
An interactive presentation by Beth Solheim
Tuesday, March 9
7:00 pm
Main Library Community Room
Mystery fans are invited to meet Minnesota author Beth Solheim at the Main Branch of the Santa Fe Public Library when she presents Small Towns Can Be Deadly—How to Write a Cozy Mystery. Beth is the author of At Witt’s End, a small-town mystery featuring a wacky cast of colorful characters who frequent the Witt’s End Resort. Join her for what promises to be a humorous and fun-filled presentation.
Beth is a member of Mystery Writers of America and Midwest Fiction Writers. She recently signed a contract for the first two books in her mystery series.
This program is free and open to the public.
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Teen Book Club
at the Southside Library
6599 Jaguar Drive
1st Tuesdays
4:15 - 5:30 pm
Come join this lively group and share your ideas. Each meeting books are discussed and new selections are made. Club Members pick the books.
Previous selections have included The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak, Graceling by Kristin Cashore, City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau, The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, and the Twilight Series by Stephenie Meyer.
If you're ages 13-18, you are welcome to just drop by. Books are provided.
For more information, call Lydia Wren at 955-2829.
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Anime Films
at the Southside Library for Teens
6599 Jaguar Drive
Teens are invited to take part in Teen Anime Club at the Southside Library, the 3rd & 4th Tuesday of each month, from 4:15-5:30 pm.
Each month will feature a different anime film.
If you're ages 13-18, you can participate in the selection process! Join us after school for a movie and snacks.
No registration required, just drop in.
For more information, call Lydia Wren at 955-2829.
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Anime Films
at the Main Library for Teens
145 Washington Ave.
Starting on December 3rd, teens are invited to take part in Teen Anime Club at the Main Library. The Anime Club is on the 1st & 2nd Thursday of each month, from 4:15-5:15 pm. Each month will feature a different anime film.
If you're a teen you're welcome to just drop by, watch some anime, and help choose the movie for the following months! No registration required, just drop in.
For more information, call 955-6783.
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Teen Advisory Board
at the Southside Library
6599 Jaguar Drive
If you're a teen, you're invited to join the team and help plan Teen events at your library!
The Teen Advisory Board meets every month to talk and plan. Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 4:15 pm to 5:30 pm at the
Southside Branch Library. The next meeting will be November 10th.
Throughout the year the Teen Advisory board sponsors special events and programs for teens only. Past events include a Mystery Night and a Vampire Party. Come to the meeting and bring your ideas.
For more information, stop by the Library or call Lydia Wren at 955-2829.
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LearningExpress Library
Are you studying for the GED, SAT, ACT, GRE, ASVAB, or LSAT? Do you need to take an exam to become a police officer, fire fighter, commercial driver, or teacher? Do you need to work on your English or study for your citizenship exam? The Santa Fe Public Library can help you succeed in all your exams and career endeavors with our new database of test preparation, LearningExpress Library!
You'll be able to access the database both in the library and from home. You can create your own account and help track your progress as you take practice tests and skill-building modules. There are modules for Elementary, Middle, and High School students to improve their math, reading, and writing. There's also a section to help you with a job search, résumés, cover letters, and interviews.
You can access this database by going to our Databases page on the catalog, and just look for the Learning Express links. You'll be excelling in school or at your job in no time.
For more information, stop by the Library or call the Reference desk.
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Adult Spelling Bee Update
Sunday, October 3, 2010
2:00 pm
Main Library
145 Washington Ave.
After skipping it in 2009, Qforma will once again sponsor the Adult Spelling Bee, benefiting the Friends of the Santa Fe Library. Contestants can get information and download the entry form on Qforma's web site.
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New E-mail Notices
If you get an e-mail message from SFPLCIRC@yahoo.com, please don't think it's Spam. We're using this e-mail to send out Hold Pick-up notices and Overdue messages. Be sure to add this address to your e-mail program's address book so you don't miss out on any important information. If you have a question about a hold or overdue notice, simply reply to the e-mail.
If you need to update your e-mail address, other contact information, or choose whether you receive notices by phone or e-mail, login to your record, and click on the "Update Account" button. If you need to contact us by e-mail for something other than overdues and holds, please continue to use library@santafenm.gov.
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Library Mailings
Due to Post Office regulations, the Library will no longer be mailing yellow or blue postcards—hold pick-up notices—to you. All mailings, hold and overdue notices, will now be on white postcards.
Please call 955-6985 if you have any questions.
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Wireless Information: In the Library and Out
All branches of the Santa Fe Public Library have wireless access. It is free to use, and does not require a login or password. We have more information about our wireless connection Here.
If you're looking for a free wireless connection when we're closed or when you're elsewhere in New Mexico, WiFi Free Spot is a good site for this information.
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One Millionth Library Visitor
We celebrated the Millionth Visitor of the year at the Southside Library on Tuesday, June 30. Debra Bridwell was the lucky person to step through the doors of the newest branch of the Santa Fe Public Library and be greeted by Library Board President Jennifer Jaramillo. Library staffers from all three branches were also on hand to congratulate the winner. Ms. Bridwell, who is a teacher at the Flores Del Sol Head Start, came to the library for storytime with her students. On discovering that she was the lucky library visitor, Debra Bridwell remarked, "Being the one millionth patron is wonderful due to literacy being important. I frequent the library with my family. It's an honor!"
Ms. Jaramillo stated, “I am proud to be the president of the Santa Fe Public Library Board and even more proud of the 50 front-line staff who perform their duties so efficiently and with great spirit to welcome the 1,000,000 visitors at their locations year-round. This is truly a milestone and a testament to the wonderful patrons who continue to count on our library staff and services.”
At the latest count, attendance at the Santa Fe Public Library has gone up 14.6% in the past year over the prior fiscal year. While only one patron could be the One Millionth Visitor at all library branches for fiscal year 2008/2009, we'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who walks through our doors every day. It is your support that makes the libraries so successful. If you weren't one of the million people last year, come on in to any branch and see what you're missing!
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