Gadsden Public Library

Holiday Closings 08
January	1
January	19 - 21
March	21 - 23
May	24 - 26
July	4 - 6
August	30 - Sep 1
November	11
November	27 - 30
December	24 - 25
January	1, 2009

Hours
Sunday	Closed
Monday	9 - 8
Tuesday	9 - 8
Wednesday	9 - 5
Thursday	9 - 8
Friday	9 - 5
Saturday	9 - 5

The Inspiration Book Club of the Gadsden Public Library Presents Karon Phillips Goodman

When: Thursday, May 15, at Noon
Where: Lena Martin Room of the Gadsden Public Library

Join the Inspiration Book Club of the Gadsden Public Library and celebrated Christian author Karon Phillips Goodman as she presents her lecture Building our Temples: Living God's Plan on a Ladder and a Promise.

Karon is the author of such favorites as Another Fine Mess, Lord, Grab a Broom, Lord…, You Still Here, Lord? and The Stepmom’s Guide to Simplifying Your Life. Karon’s writing focuses on God’s timing, grace, faithfulness and how He works in our lives to reflect Him to those around us. Her works have sold more than 400,000 copies.

Brown Bag Lunches Are Welcome! Dessert & drinks provided by the library. For More information call Dee 256.549.4699 ext. 104, or email DRoper@gadsdenlibrary.org.

Karon’s delivery is like her books-easy to understand and relate to, but profound in her point of view.
-Debbie Watson, Vice President, United Methodist Women, Christ United Methodist Church, Knoxville, Tennessee

Karon is a gifted speaker, clearly inspired by God. With her gentle spirit, quick wit, and thoughtful insight, our group was captivated!
-Lianne Robinson, Director of Women’s Ministries, Harmony Grove Baptist Church Winfield, Alabama

I have been so impressed by Karon’s books, and then hearing her was like the icing on the cake. Karon makes you feel filled with the Holy Spirit.
-Jayne Mann, Sister Chicks for Christ, Lake Lure, North Carolina

Coming in June…
Thursday, June 19, Noon
When Crickets Cry by Charles Martin

From Christy Award finalist Martin comes a work of "God-haunted" southern fiction sure to tug at your heartstrings! Travel to a sleepy town square in Georgia, where a 7-year-old child sells lemonade to raise funds for a heart transplant, an onlooker watches, and a speeding truck comes around the bend, changing both lives forever.

New Materials

Fiction
Goodbye, Ms. Chips: An Ellie Haskell Mystery- Dorothy Cannell
Pandora's Box-Clive Egleton
Somers v. Somers-Julie Ellis
Losing You-Nicci French
Death Walked In: A Death On Demand Mystery-Carolyn G.Hart
Lost Souls-Lisa Jackson
Compulsion: An Alex Delaware Novel-Jonathan Kellerman
And Less Than Kind-Mercedes Lackey
Buckingham Palace Gardens: A Novel-Anne Perry
Hollywood Crows: A Novel-Joseph Wambaugh

Large Print
The Parting-Beverly Lewis
The Purrfect Murder: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery-Rita Mae Brown
Ever After-Karen Kingsbury
Deadly Deceptions-Linda Lael Miller
Stranger in Paradise-Robert B. Parker
A Touch of Grace-Lauraine Snelling

DVDs
Matrix: Revolutions
The Truth About Cancer

Non-fiction
Touched By History; March On History-Robert Avery
Europe By Rail-Beth Reiber
Miracle-Gro Complete Guide to Perennials
Pools and Spas-Curtis Rist

The Hoyt Warsham/Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Presents: Tuesday Tales! Story Time!

When: Every Tuesday at 10:30AM.
Where: The Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library.

Come along and join in the fun as we weave our storytelling magic into the minds and hearts of your little ones! A pre-school delight filled with wacky tales, rhymes + rhythms, songs + silliness, plus artsy crafts! Join us!!!

For additional information, contact Pauline at 256-549-4688.

Language Learning at Home

The Gadsden Public Library is proud to offer the Auralog TELL ME MORE language database. Due to changes in company policy, the online database, Rosetta Stone, will no longer be offered to public libraries. In an effort to continue to provide language learning to our patrons, the library has contracted with Auralog, the nation’s leading language provider. Through our website patrons will be able to access lessons in Spanish, Dutch, German, French, English and Italian with additions of Chinese, Arabic and Japanese in 2009. TELL ME MORE Online addresses all the skills critical to language learning: reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, grammar, and culture. Regardless of whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced speaker, TELL ME MORE Online will take you to the next level of language success. TELL ME MORE is an invaluable language learning resource for all users, at all levels, from casual learners through accomplished language learning enthusiasts. Auralog is free to the public, but, due to a limited number of licenses, patrons are asked to limit registration to one per household. If you should forget your registration, please contact the library to reset your login.

The Hoyt Warsham/Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Presents: Thursday Morning at the Movies !!!

It’s Cold, It’s Dreary, You’re Bored, You’re Weary
Come Join the Fun!!! Movies and popcorn!!!

When: Every Thursday at 10:00AM.
Where: The Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library.

For additional information, contact Pauline at 256-549-4688.

April Rock Band Winners

Winners of the GPL/Gadsden Mall Rock Band Contest for the Month of April Changing Lanes-Joshua Smith, Gabrielle Hale, Kendon Lane, & Darius Lane

Thank you to all of our GPL/Gadsden Mall Rock Band Contestants! We’ll see all of you at the next Rock Band competition on Saturday, May 17, 6PM at the Gadsden Mall. For more information, contact Tami at 256-549-4699 ext 300 or e-mail tami@library.gadsden.com.

Scarboro Photos are Here!

The Scarboro photo collection (over 2,000 pictures) is now available at the Gadsden Public Library. Visit our website at www.gadsdenlibrary.org. There you will find a link to the photo collection, as well as instructions for ordering copies of the photographs. Photos will be printed 8 x 10 and will cost $10 each. If you have questions, please contact Heather Blackmon at 256-549-4699, x 121 or e-mail scarboro@gadsdenlibrary.org.

Don’t forget our weekly kids programs at the main branch of the Gadsden Public Library.

Wacky Wednesday 3:45 PM - Arts & Crafts for children 5 - 13 years old.
Thursday Story Time 10 AM - This program is for babies up to children 5 years old.
Friday Family Films 3 PM

Kevin Graves Gadsden Public Library Employee of the Month

In association with Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill

Wow! What a tremendous honor it is to be selected as Gadsden Public Library’s employee of the month. It’s such a great honor because the people I work with and serve really deserve it. They are the reason that I want to come to work each day. I truly enjoy assisting others in their educational endeavors. Thanks --Kevin

Kevin is a conscientious, hard worker who consistently gives the best of service to patrons and his fellow employees.- Tim Madden

Library Closings for May:

May 24 through 26-Memorial Day Holiday.

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The Foundation Center at the Gadsden Public Library

The Gadsden Public Library is now home to the Cooperating Collection of The Foundation Center. The Foundation Center is the nation's leading authority on philanthropy, connecting nonprofits and the grantmakers supporting them to tools they can use and information they can trust. The Center maintains the most comprehensive database on U.S. grantmakers and their grants — a robust, accessible knowledge bank for the sector. It also operates research, education, and training programs designed to advance philanthropy at every level. The Center's web site receives more than 47,000 visits each day, and thousands of people gain access to free resources in its five regional library/learning centers and its national network of more than 340 Cooperating Collections.

Gadsden Public Library Writers Group

When: Every Monday, 5:30
Where: Children’s Programming Room
Writers in all genres welcome! Ages 18 and up! Come meet other writers and discuss your work in a supportive environment.
For more information contact:

Glenda at 549-4699 ext. 118 or email at glenda@library.gadsden.com.

Friday Family Films Presents Freaky Friday

Friday Family Films
Freaky Friday
When: May 9, 3PM
Where: Children’s Program Room of the Gadsden Public Library

For additional information, please call LaShunda at 256.549.4699, ext 118.

Gadsden Public Library FILMS: Foreign & Independent Library Movie Series

Calendar Girls
When: May 15, 5:30
Where: Lena Martin Room, Gadsden Public Library

In the small town of Knapely, Yorkshire, England, Annie Clarke (Julie Walters) has just lost her husband, who was ill with leukemia. Inspired by his speech to the local Women's Institute, where he said that "the flowers of Yorkshire are like the women of Yorkshire", and "the last phase of the women of Yorkshire is always the most glorious,” her best friend Chris Harper (Helen Mirren) decides to make a tasteful nude calendar with twelve local middle-age women to raise funds for the wing of leukemia treatment in the local hospital. The calendar becomes a success, making them famous and affecting their lives. Rated PG-13 for nudity, some language and drug-related material.

Brown bag dinners are welcome. Drinks will be provided. For additional information, please call Carol at 256.549.4699, ext. 107, or email carol@gadsdenlibray.org.

Vacation Family Night: Luau

When: May 15, 6PM
Where: Children’s Department of the Gadsden Public Library
Adults and kids alike will enjoy paper flower making, beach games, dancing, and snacks just as if they were on the beaches of Waikiki in Hawaii. You may dress in your favorite luau wear. Be prepared for some serious beach fun!!!

For more information, contact LaShunda @256.549.4699 ex118.

Friday Family Films Presents A Bug's Life

A Bug’s Life
When: May 16, 3PM
Where: Children’s Program Room of the Gadsden Public Library

For additional information, please call LaShunda at 256.549.4699, ext 118.

WANNA BE A ROCK STAR?

When: Saturday, May 17, from 6PM until 8PM
Where: The Gadsden Mall

The roar of the crowd, the heat of the spotlights, the high-pitched squeal of the guitar in your hands! You may not make it to Madison Square Garden, but you can join the GPL Teen Zone at the Gadsden Mall on May 17, 2008 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and put your licks, technique and heart to the test in our GPL Playstation “Rock Band” Competition.

Need access to the game? Practice time will be available for bands at the Gadsden Public Library Tuesdays from 3:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.

Strut your stuff on the fountain stage for the judges and the crowd! One band will emerge victorious as 2008 Rock Band champion.

Pre-registration for bands required. For more information and complete rules, contact Tami at 256-549-4699 ext 101 or e-mail tami@gadsdenlibrary.org

Remember you will be judged on your performance including costumes, audience participation, stage presence and your actual game percentages. So dress up bring as many friends to yell for you as possible and be a Rock Star.

If you don’t wanna play, come out and support your favorite local rock band!

Gadsden Public Library Health & Fitness Series

Sleep Disorders
When: May 20, Noon
Where: Lena Martin Room

Dr. Asif Kaleem, M.D. who specializes in pulmonary disease and sleep disorders will be discussing the symptoms, causes and effects of sleep apnea.

All programs begin at 12:00 noon. Participants are encouraged to bring a brown-bag lunch. Drinks will be provided by the library. For more information call Tami Brooks at 256-549-4699 ext. 119 or email tami@gadsdenlibrary.org.

The Gadsden Public Library Jane Austin Book Club Presents: Emma

When: May 20, 5:30PM
Where: Lena Martin Room

Join a group book discussion about Jane Austin’s literary classic Emma. This discussion will include clips from Clueless and the 1996 film Emma. Rated PG for brief mild language.

For additional information, please contact Brandy at 256.549.4699, ext. 103 or email at brandy@gadsdenlibrary.org.

Coming next month…
Sense and Sensibility, June 24th.

Friday Family Films Presents Charlotte's Web

Friday Family Films
Charlotte’s Web
When: May 23, 3PM
Where: Children’s Program Room of the Gadsden Public Library

For additional information, please call LaShunda at 256.549.4699, ext 118.

Gadsden Public Library’s Noon Classic Films Presents: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1947)

When: May 28, Noon
Where: Lena Martin Room
BYOL-bring your own lunch!

An artistic, sensitive girl learns about growing up in a time of poverty.

For additional information, call Glenda at 256.549.4699, ext 118.

Friday Family Films Presents Ant Bully

Friday Family Films
Ant Bully
When: May 30, 3PM
Where: Children’s Program Room of the Gadsden Public Library

For additional information, please call LaShunda at 256.549.4699, ext 118.

Basic Scrapbooking Class: Vacation

When: Wednesday, June 4, 10AM until Noon
Where: Lena Martin Room, Gadsden Public Library
Join instructor Carrie Harris as she leads students through the basics of scrapbooking. Please bring 2-4 brightly colored photographs of vacation or summer themes to use. Minimal supplies will be provided. Please bring 12 inch ruler and scissors.

Spaces are limited, so pre-registration is required. For additional information and pre-registration, contact Kay at 256.549.4699 ext. 111 or email kay@gadsdenlibrary.org

Brunch With Books - Wearing My Halo

Brunch With Books
Wearing My Halo Tilted by Stephanie Perry Moore
When: Saturday, June 21, 10-11:30AM
Where: Lena Martin Room of the Gadsden Public Library
Light continental brunch will be served.

When a good woman goes astray, what will it take to get right with her family--and God?

The one thing Shari Maddox feeling most about her marriage is what it's missing, but her husband's frustrations with his career as a Christian college football coach leave her complaints falling on deaf ears. So when a book she's written is adapted into a play, Shari jumps at the chance to get away--even if it leads her straight to temptation.

Bryce McCray, the famous gospel singer who's starring in the play, has a lot in common with Shari, including a troubled marriage. As their attraction deepens, Shari's fear that her relationship with God is in trouble comes true. To get right, she'll have to set things straight with her husband--and the Lord. But the road to redemption has its share of surprises, and it will take all the love and faith Shari and Dillon can muster to turn a difficult situation into a lifelong blessing.

For additional information, please contact LaShunda @ 256.549. 4699 ex. 118 or Tallulah @ 256.549.4699 ex. 102.

School of Rock II: Son Of School Of Rock

When: Tuesdays in June and July (See itinerary below), 6-7ish.
Where: Lena Martin Room

Join us again for the continuation of the wildly successful School of Rock I. Instructor Mike Gagliardo will provide students with the answers to such burning questions as, “How DOES it feel to be on your own like a rolling stone?” “Which side of the moon is the dark side?” “What are we supposed to be asking Alice, and do we have to wait until she's 10 feet tall in order to pose our query?”

Coming In June

Week 1, June 10
That Sweet Soul Music

Week 2, June 17
The Motown Sound

Week 3, June 24
The San Francisco Sound

Week 4, July 1
The Rise of the Guitar Kings

Week 5, July 8
Led Zeppelin and the Birth of Hard Rock

Week 6, July 15
Progressive Rock – The Dark Side of the Radio

Week 7, July 22
Bruce Springsteen and the Working-Man’s Rock

This program is PG-13 for references to drugs and sexuality. For additional information, please contact Carol at 256.549.4699, ext 107 or email at carol@gadsdenlibrary.org.

Gadsden Public Library Book Club now reading Peony in Love

Peony in Love by Lisa See

Join us on Monday, June 2, at 12:00. Brown bag lunches are encouraged. Drinks and dessert will be provided by the library.

For more information contact Tami Brooks at 549-4699 ext. 101

TEEN SUMMER BOOK CLUB PROGRAM SCHEDULE

June 12, 2008 — SURVIVAL 101— Could you survive? Join wilderness survival expert, Darryl Patton for this introductory wilderness and primitive survival program.

June 19 — TEEN FEAR FACTOR -- If fear is not a factor, we’ll have some fun and exciting challenges for you. Be prepared to get messy and wet!

June 26 — HENNA PROGRAM— Megha Devyani will talk about the art of Mehndi and all participants will get a henna tattoo.

July 3 — MOVIE NIGHT— Watch Armageddon on our 20 foot big screen. Popcorn and drinks provided.

July 10 — ABOUT ASTEROIDS — The Von Braun Astronomical Society will separate fact from fiction about asteroids and meteors. We will be viewing the night sky afterwards, weather permitting.

July 18 — SURVIVOR GADSDEN — Outwit, Outplay, Outlast! You’ll need to be strong, clever and lucky to “survive” and claim fame forever under a full moon!

All programs are at the Gadsden Public Library and will be held on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. with the exception of the finale, which will be held on Friday July 18 from 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. All programs are free of charge.

For more information contact Tami Brooks at 256-549-4699 ext. 101 or e-mail tami@gadsdenlibrary.org

One Book, One Summer… Teen Summer Book Club

When a meteor knocks the moon out of orbit and catastrophically alters the earth’s climate, Miranda’s life as she knew it is dramatically altered.

Supermarkets run out of food, electricity is available for only an hour or two a day, and school is closed indefinitely.

Told in Miranda’s diary entries, this is a heart-pounding account of her struggle to hold on to the most important resource of all — hope!

Gadsden Public Library awarded NEA “Created Equal” Bookshelf

Join Mayor Guyton and the Gadsden Public Library in a special Story Time ribbon-cutting ceremony for the National Endowment for the Humanities’ We the People “Created Equal” Bookshelf. The Gadsden Public Library is pleased to have been chosen as one of 3,000 libraries nationwide to receive the NEH Bookshelf.

When: Thursday, May 22, 10AM
Where: Children’s Services area of the Gadsden Public Library.

Crafts and snacks will be provided immediately following the story time. For additional information, please call Children’s Services at 256.549.4699, ext. 118.

The NEA’s We the People Bookshelf is part of a larger program the encourages young people to read and understand great literature while exploring the themes in American History.