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Thanks for the Gift!
Now, How’s It Work?
You’ll use that shiny new gadget all the time—once you figure out how to turn it on! Good news: the Library’s your place for free technology help at all comfort levels.
Beginners. Don’t be shy—total newbies are welcome at Tech Days, our friendly one-on-one drop-in help sessions. Just bring your device and your questions about using it. Tech Days are also a great time to learn about how to enjoy the Library’s streaming and downloadable collections, setting up your own email or Facebook account, and more.
Advanced users. Once you know your way around your device, you might need more in-depth help. In addition to the great how-to items in the Library’s collection, the free self-paced video tutorials from Lynda.com are perfect for diving deeper with your new gadget.
Now it’s easy to see which Library online resources are compatible with your device too. From the “Compatible Device” pull-down menu on the Library’s Online Resources Page, just choose your device type and enjoy your options!
As always, Library staff are happy to assist you in finding the help that’s right for you—just ask. The world’s getting more and more high-tech—and thanks to your Library, so are you!
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Snowed In… But Not Out in the Cold
When the Library closes due to bad weather, we put the word out in a few different places. Emergency closings are announced on the Library website’s Home page, over the phone, and through our Twitter account, as well as in local media like the Herald-Times website, WFIU, and WFHB.
Of course, a closed building doesn’t mean you’re frozen out of using your Library. Our Online Resources are available 24/7; from reference and educational tools to eBooks and eMagazines to streaming movies and music, you’re always just a few clicks from bringing the Library to you.
And remember—tuning into the outstanding programming on CATS (Community Access Television Services) is a great way to weather a snow day at home too.
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Stay “Ever Green” This Winter
The colder months are a wonderful time to create a family sustainability plan for the year. The Library’s here to help with “Stay Green All Year Long,” our list of the latest items in the collection on making a more environmentally friendly household and community.
Thanks to a partnership with the Monroe County Energy Challenge, you can also see the energy used by the appliances in your home by borrowing a plug-in energy monitor from the Library.
This is the only planet we’ve got—let’s all do our part to protect it!
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What's Happening
Here are some highlights of what’s happening at your Library this month. For a complete list of Library programs and community events for all ages, see the Library’s online calendar.
Jump to: Children's Programs | Teen Programs | Adult Programs
READ-O: The Adult Winter Reading Game!
It’s winter, dreary, and cold. Break out with some fun and games at your Library! We present Adult Winter Reading BINGO with READ-O. Get your READ-O card at the Main Library, Ellettsville Branch, Bookmobile, or online. The game runs through February 24. Prizes available while supplies last.
Children's Programs:
Finding Dory
1:30 PM, Thursday, January 5
Auditorium, Main Library
School's out—let's watch a movie on the big screen! For age 5 & up. Parental guidance suggested.
A Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration
11:30 AM–1:30 PM, Monday, January 16
Auditorium, Main Library
Activities promoting peace and inclusiveness. Musical performance by Bloomington Peace Choir. For all ages.
Year of the Rooster: Lunar New Year Celebration
1:30–2 PM, Saturday, January 28
Auditorium, Main Library
Happy Lunar New Year! Celebrate with our friends from IU’s Asian Culture Center with stories, performances, and crafts. For ages 5–11 and their families.
Find dozens more Children's programs and storytimes on the Library's Calendar of Events.
Teen Programs:
Math Homework Help for Teens
7–9 PM, Every Monday
Program Room 2B, Main Library
7–9 PM, Every Wednesday
Ellettsville Branch
Drop in for free one-on-one help with Math and Science assignments. For middle school, junior high, and high school students.
Teen Advisory Board
4–5 PM, Thursday, January 19
The Ground Floor, Main Library
Your ideas wanted! Get in on the “Ground Floor” of planning what goes on at the Library’s teens-only space. For ages 12–19.
Winter Movie Marathon: Lord of the Rings
Noon–6 PM, Saturday, January 21
The Ground Floor, Main Library
Get cozy and revisit the Lord of the Rings movie series with friends. Snacks provided. For ages 12–19.
Find many more teen programs using the Library's online calendar.
Adult Programs:
Level Up Workshops
7–8:30 PM, Every Thursday
Level Up, Main Library
Experts help you discover your creative potential on a different topic every week.
Explore Virtual Reality
1:30–4:30 PM, Saturday, January 7
Ellettsville Branch
1–3 PM, Sunday, January 8
Meeting Room 1C, Main Library
Experience an amazing new reality! Play cool games using our virtual reality headset. First come, first served. For age 12 & up.
Finding Funders Through The Foundation Center Database
for Nonprofits:
6–7 PM, Tuesday, January 17
Program Room 2C, Main Library
for Individuals:
6–7 PM, Tuesday, January 24
Program Room 2C, Main Library
Learn to use the Foundation Center's database of grantmakers to be sure you and/or your organization are exhausting all funding options. Please register.
Find many more adult programs using the Library's online calendar.
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