Preparations for the 2012 Red Springs Street Festival are underway

Artists, community groups, craftspeople, food vendors and community organizations who wish to participate in the Red Springs Street Festival, Saturday April 28, 2012 should contact Margie Labadie at (910) 734-3351 or email RedSpringsArtsCouncil@gmail.com for an application or additional information.
This year's festival is scheduled for April 28 from 10 AM to 5 PM and will feature a variety of musicians, dancers and street entertainers, including activities for both children and adults.
The event is held annually on East 3^rd Avenue between Main and Cross Streets in Red Springs to showcase arts, crafts and dance talent from Robeson County and the surrounding area. Set-up times for booths vary per individual, but it’s best to arrive early to find a good spot. See Festival organizers upon arrival.
Food vendors have the opportunity to do well—as the event draws thousands of people from outside Red Springs, as well as local citizens.
The Red Springs Street Festival is supported by a Grassroots Arts Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency.

"Become the Voice of a Child"

Are you looking for a rewarding way to volunteer in the New Year? Be the voice for a child and volunteer with the Guardian ad Litem program. Volunteers are trained to help speak up for the best interests of abused and neglected children in court. If you would like to learn more about being the voice for a child, call 910-475-3021 or 1-800-982-4041, visit ncgal.org, or find their page at facebook.com/ncGuardianAdLitem

February Events @ Your Library

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Wednesday, February 1
3:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Groundhog Day
Children in grades K-5, will Sir Walter Wally, North Carolina's very own weather predicting groundhog call for an early spring or a long winter? Join us as we look forward to Groundhog Day!

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Children of all ages!
Thursday, February 2
3:30 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Mardi Gras Celebration
Children of all ages, celebrate Mardi Gras by making masks and playing Mardi Gras games for beads.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Thursday, February 2
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Teen Time
Teen Time @ Cliffdale! Use our laptops, gaming equipment, board games, and enjoy a place to hang out. Bring your friends, get some homework done, or simply chill with a book!

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult, Adult, Teen
Thursday, February 2
6:30 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Write On Right Now
Are you a writer? Are you looking for a place to share your ideas and get some feedback? Join other writers as we brainstorm ideas, share advice, and explore the ins and outs of the writing process. Bring your laptop or notebook. No assignments, no restrictions, public sharing not required.
 

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: 3-5 Years
Thursday, February 2
7:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Happy Groundhog Day!
Will the groundhog see his shadow? Is there more winter in store for us or is spring on its way? Children ages 3-5, find out while listening to great stories about groundhogs.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Saturday, February 4
11:00 a.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
It's a Fitness Party! Zumba!
Get a great workout while having fun! Zumba with us! Zumba is a popular aerobic exercise that infuses Latin dance moves with international beats. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers to Zumba with Koni Perodeau , certified Zumba instructor. Don't forget your water bottle and towel. For more information please call 485-2955.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: 2-5 Years
Monday, February 6
10:00 a.m. (Contact info: North Regional Branch 822-1998 ext. 2. Event held at Parker's Grove Methodist Church at 4487 Linden Road)
Linden Story Time
Children ages 2-5, join us for a story time in the town of Linden! The program is located at Parker's Grove Methodist Church at 4487 Linden Road. Please call 822-1998 ext. 2 for more information.

Event Type:Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Monday, February 6
6:00 p.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
Anime East Club
Bring your friends and meet other teens who enjoy the stories, art, and style of Japanese animation and comics. Drawing supplies are available.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Monday, February 6
6:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Paragraph 3: Read It, Write It, Share It
Join us for ¶3, a writing workshop just for teens. Try one of the writing prompts or creative challenges; get information to improve your skills, enter contests, or bring a selection of something you're working on to share with the group. All types of teen writers and artists are welcome.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Monday, February 6
6:30 p.m. (Bordeaux Branch 424-4008)
Word 101 for Job Seekers
Add computer skills to your resume by learning the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word. Knowledge of keyboard and mouse use is necessary. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required by calling 424-4008.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Monday, February 6
6:30 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
History Through Song: The African American Experience in the US
Dr. Hennessay, an associate professor of history at FSU and an authority on jazz, blues, country, and gospel music traditions, takes you back in time to slavery-era work songs, including spiritual and instrumental songs of the late 19^th and early 20^th century, in this exciting audio-visual presentation on African American music.

Event Type: Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 7
9:30 a.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
ABCs of Computers
Learn about the various components of a computer and how they work together. Registration is recommended by calling 822-1998.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 7
10:00 a.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
How to Start a Business
This seminar provides an overview of what you need to know to start and stay in business. Learn about what it takes to be an entrepreneur, market research, basics of ownership structure, business plan, and much more. Registration is required online, by telephone, or in person at any branch. Call the library at 864-3800, text “ccplinfo” to 66746, or email us at clf@cumberland.lib.nc.us for more information.

Event Type:Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 7
11:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
ABCs of Computers
Learn the very basics about computers and how they work: hardware components; software; how to open programs; how to work in a Windows environment. Familiarity with using a mouse is required. Need mouse skills? Ask us about easy tutorials! Registration is required by calling 483-7727 ext. 202.

Event Type:Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 7
2:00 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Word 101
Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word. Registration required by calling the library at 487-0440.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 7
3:00 p.m. (Bordeaux Branch 424-4008)
Word 101 for Job Seekers
Add some computer skills to your resume by learning the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word. Knowledge of keyboard and mouse use is necessary. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required by calling 424-4008.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 7
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Teen Make It & Take It
Teens! Feeling crafty today? Come to the library and show your creativity. Card making, bottle-cap buttons, tie-dye and more - something different every month!

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 7
4:00 p.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455 ext. 225)
Make It & Take It: Duct Tape Roses & Magnetic Poetry
Teens and tweens! Express your affection this Valentine's Day with a handmade duct tape rose or some magnetic poetry. Or, work on projects to help the Children's Department. Groups of 7 or more, please register by calling Vicki at 425-8455 ext. 225.

Event Type:Book Sale by the Friends of the Library; Age Group: Adult, Teen, All ages
Tuesday, February 7
5:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Friends of the Library Members Only Book Sale*
Stock up on all your reading needs with books and magazines donated by the Friends of the Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center and local residents. *Anyone not a member may join at the sale.

A book sale open to the public is on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: 3-5 Years
Tuesday, February 7
6:30 p.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455)
Be My Valentine!
Children ages 3-5, listen to stories about love and make a valentine for someone special.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 7
6:30 p.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
Job Searching Assistance at Your Library
If you are looking for a job, the library can enhance your skills to meet your perfect career fit. Come and explore programs from job searching to resume building and interview tips. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required by calling 485-2955.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult, Teen
Tuesday, February 7
7:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Author Visit: Michael Ray Smith, PhD
Join Michael Ray Smith, PhD, as he discusses A Free Press in Freehand, his astonishing story of North Carolinian John McLean Harrington, a maverick journalist, who before and during the Civil War handwrote up to a hundred copies of each issue of his own various newspapers. As cultural and military battle lines were drawn across the South, Harrington, while postmaster in Harnett County, "blogged" in longhand about everything from the plight of slaves to unrequited love, international relations, and technology. He became an outspoken dilettante journalist, a defender of press freedom, and one of the nation's most productive longhand journalists. Smith teaches at Campbell University, a few miles from the book's setting, and is an award-winning journalist, photographer, and author of many articles and five books, including FeatureWriting.Net. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Teen
Wednesday, February 8
10:30 a.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
Wednesday Book Club
Terra's body is almost perfect, but for the port-wine birthmark, which several surgeries have failed to remove and embarrasses her boyfriend. It’s her final year of high school and she looks forward to college where she can study art and escape from her verbally abusive father. Over the Christmas holidays, she and her mother get into a car accident and meet Jacob, a Goth Chinese boy with a scar, and his adoptive mother. The mothers immediately strike up a supportive friendship, while Terra and Jacob grow close. When Terra's brother, who lives in Shanghai, sends her and her mother tickets to visit, and Jacob's mother wants to try to track down his birth mother, they decide to travel together. As Terra and her mother travel from Washington state to China, the women explore the difference between physical and true beauty in North of Beautiful by Justina Headley.

Event Type:Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Wednesday, February 8
4:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
ABCs of Computers
Whether it is applying for a job or connecting with family or friends, computer skills are crucial. Come learn about parts of the computer and how they work together. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required by calling 497-3650 or visiting the information desk.

Event Type:Job & Career Program; Age Group: Adult
Wednesday, February 8
6:00 p.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455 ext. 223)
Word 101 for Job Seekers

Add computer skills to your resume by learning the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word. Knowledge of keyboard and mouse use is necessary. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required by calling425-8455.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 9
10:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Marketing on a Shoestring
As a new business owner, one of your most important tasks is to get your name out there. Explore a variety of cost-effective marketing strategies to help attract and retain new customers in order to fuel business growth. Topics include: branding, low cost promotional ideas, and website advertising. This program is cosponsored by The Center for Economic Empowerment and Development. Register online or by calling 483-7727 ext. 202.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: 2-5 Years
Thursday, February 9
11:00 a.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800 ext. 228)
Happy, Happy Teeth!
Children ages 2-5, listen to stories and sing songs about taking care of your teeth. Registration is required by visiting the children's department or calling 864-3800 ext. 228.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Thursday, February 9
3:30 p.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455)
Be My Valentine!: Card Making Workshop
Children in grades K-5, show your friends and family how much you love them by creating special valentines just for them.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Thursday, February 9
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Teen Time
Teen Time @ Cliffdale! Use our laptops, gaming equipment, board games, and enjoy a place to hang out. Bring your friends, get some homework done, or simply chill with a book!

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Thursday, February 9
4:00 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
Teens @ North
Teens ages 12-18, bring your friends and play games, get crafty, catch a movie, or just socialize and meet new people. Each month we'll have video games, special crafts, or movies to show.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Tweens
Thursday, February 9
4:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Make It & Take It: Duct Tape Roses
Tweens are invited to come out and create a beautiful rose from duct tape just in time for Valentine’s Day!

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 9
6:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Movie Night at the Library
This film traces Johnny Cash's childhood, including his distant father to his early attempts at a music career, and marrying his girlfriend, Vivian. During a tour with singer/musicians Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis, he encounters singer June Carter. His love for her, and her rejection of him through the years, spurs him into drugs, drinking, and depression. June is both a sassy, heartbreaking spitfire singer and eventually a sympathetic friend who tries to help Johnny get over her, making this a true love story of two country music stars. PG-13; for some language thematic material and depiction of drug dependency.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 9
7:00 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Jewelry Making Basics
If you wish you had that wonderful piece of jewelry to match your favorite outfit, or enjoy surprising friends and family with handmade gifts, come learn the techniques for designing string-bead jewelry and how to choose the materials you need for the items you want to make. Registration is required by calling 487-0440.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: 3-5 Years
Friday, February 10
10:30 a.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455)
Be My Valentine!
Children ages 3-5, listen to stories about love and make a valentine for someone special. Groups of 7 or more, please register by calling Vicki at 425-8455 ext. 225.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: 3-7 Years
Friday, February 10
11:00 a.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800 ext.228)
Who Loves Ya, Baby?
Children ages 3-7, celebrate Valentine's Day with us through stories, song and dance. Space is limited and registration is required by visiting the children's department or calling 864-3800 ext. 228.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: 2-5 Years
Friday, February 10
11:15 a.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
Bounce, Boing and Boogie!
Are your kids bouncing off the walls? Bring children ages 2-5 to this fun-filled, high energy story time to get out their wiggles!

Event Type:Book Sale by the Friends of the Library; Age Group: Adult, Teen, All ages
Saturday, February 11
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Friends of the Library Public Book Sale
Thousands of titles in good condition and unbeatable low prices—stock up now! Entrance to the book sale is at Headquarters Library through the back door near the benches by the creek. Cash or check only.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Saturday, February 11
11:00 a.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
Creating Balance Through Yoga
Create balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. Join Koni Perodeau, certified Yoga instructor as she teaches techniques to achieve awareness. For more information please call 485-2955.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Saturday, February 11
2:00 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Make It & Take It: Un-Valentine’s Day Crafts
Teens, learn how to make it and then take it home. This month we will be un-celebrating Valentine's Day with cranky crafts, moody music and spiteful snacks. Participants are encouraged to wear black and red to the party. No reservation required. For more information please call 487-0440.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Children of all ages!, All ages
Saturday, February 11
2:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 300)
North Carolina State Ballet Presents: Fairies
Children of all ages are invited to see a presentation from the North Carolina State Ballet. Registration is required by visiting the children's department or calling 483-7727 ext. 300.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: All Ages
Sunday, February 12
3:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
The Beautiful Art of Bellydance: A Student Showcase
Experience an afternoon with the beautiful art of belly dance! Area students and instructors from Fayetteville/Sandhills Area Bellydance Meetup will perform different styles of this exotic Middle Eastern art in an event sure to be enjoyed by the entire family.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Monday, February 13
9:30 a.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
E-Mail Basics
Learn how to create an e-mail account to stay in touch with relatives and friends. Registration is required by calling 822-1998.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: 2-5 Years

Monday, February 13
10:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 300)
Happy Valentine's Day
Children ages 2-5 are invited to listen to stories and sing songs and see the puppet show "A Kiss For Little Bear."

Event Type:Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 14
11:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Internet Basics
Learn about accessing and using the Internet. Knowledge of mouse use is necessary. Familiarity with using a mouse is required. Need mouse skills? Ask us about easy tutorials! Registration is required by calling 483-7727 ext. 202.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Tuesday, February 14
3:30 p.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955 ext. 241)
Be My Valentine Story Time!
Children in grades K-5, spend your Valentine's Day at the library! Hear stories, participate in activities and make a fun craft. Registration is required by visiting the children’s department or calling 485-2955 ext. 241.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 14
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Love Is...
...a Teen Valentine's Day Party! Bring your true love, your best friend, or your own creativity for games, prizes, and cookie decorating! Come celebrate what Shakespeare described as "the most beautiful of dreams and the worst of nightmares" and tell us what YOU think love is.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 14
4:00 p.m. (Bordeaux Branch 424-4008)
Teen Gaming @ Bordeaux
Teens, stop by and play your favorite Wii, Playstation 2, and board games.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 14
4:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Make It & Take It: Duct Tape Roses
Teens are invited to come out and create a beautiful rose from duct tape just in time for Valentine’s Day!
 

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Children of all ages!
Tuesday, February 14
4:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Valentine's Day Palooza
Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories, crafts, music, dancing, and games.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 14
6:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Readers Theater Rehearsal
Teens, create a mini-play and perform it for children. Using a known story, or one you write yourself, you will perform as a group. From the words to the costumes, you have the final say. This is the first rehearsal before you perform. No reservation required. For more information please call 487-0440.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group:Adult
Tuesday, February 14
6:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Knit Nite

Whether you want to learn to knit or are a seasoned knitter looking for some new tips and techniques, join the ladies from A Row of Purls for some knitting and crochet fun! Work with us on a charitable 2012 Special Olympics Scarf Project or create a project for the charity of your own choice, such as Caps For Cancer.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Children of all ages!
Tuesday, February 14
6:30 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
Valentine's Day!
Children of all ages, listen to stories about Valentine's Day and make a valentine for someone special!

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 14
7:00 p.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
East of the River: The Book Club
Please join us as we discuss Iron House by John Hart. At the Iron Mountain Home for Boys, two young orphans learn that life isn’t won without a fight. The experience makes Michael strong and Julian weak, utterly dependent on his brother, but that all changes in a moment: suddenly Michael is on the run, and Julian is adopted by a wealthy woman. In New York, Michael becomes a stone-cold Mob hit man. The brothers’ lives come together when Mob rivals threaten to use Julian to get to Michael. Back in North Carolina, Michael will encounter a whole new level of danger, a thicket of deceit and violence that leads inexorably to the one place he’s been running from his whole life: Iron House.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 14
7:00 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
McArthur Road Irregulars
Wolf Hadda, a woodcutter's son, marries into the British upper crust, with a title, a beautiful wife, and a mysterious past. It all falls apart when he is arrested and convicted of pedophilia and business fraud. What follows is a labyrinthine tale of revenge with a fairy tale ending, in The Woodcutter by Reginald Hill.

Event Type: Blood Drive; Age Group: Adult, Teen
Wednesday, February 15
8:00 – 10:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 119)
Blood Drive
What if a family member needed blood, but none was available? Did you know that blood donations provide critical life support treatment to accident victims, to surgical patients, and to patients who are receiving treatment for cancer, leukemia, hemophilia and other diseases? One pint of blood can help save as many as three lives. Blood donation is safe, and eating and drinking before donating helps eliminate lightheadedness. Drop by Headquarters Library during the drive or call 483-7727 ext. 119 to make an appointment or for more information regarding donation.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Wednesday, February 15
10:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Resume and Job Search Assistance: A Drop-In Clinic
Are you in a search for a new or better job and need some guidance? Drop in with your laptop or use ours. We'll have qualified staff on hand to help you with your resume or with the job search and application process. Assistance and laptop computers will be available on a first-come first-served basis, so no registration is necessary. Please call the library at 483-7727 ext. 202 for more information. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Children of all ages!
Wednesday, February 15
3:30 p.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455 ext. 225)
Read to a Dog!
Practice is the best way to get comfortable with reading, and dogs can be the perfect reading partners. Therapy dogs listen carefully, are nonjudgmental, and are very furry. Any child that would like to read to a dog is welcome. Registration is required by calling 425-8455 ext. 225.

Event Type: Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Wednesday, February 15
4:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Internet Basics
The Internet is your gateway to finding jobs, the future of communication, and resources for learning. Come learn how to surf the web! Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Basic computer use, mouse, and keyboard skills are required Registration is required by calling 497-3650 or visiting the Information Desk.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Wednesday, February 15
6:30 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Free Books for Your New E-Reader (non-Kindle)
Learn how to use North Carolina Digital Library to get free e-books for your e-reader. Owners of all non-Kindle devices such as Nook, Sony Reader and others should bring their reader, cords, and a laptop. Don't have a laptop? Come watch the demonstration and try it yourself at home! Registration is required by calling 864-3800, or in person at any library location. Call the library at 864-3800, text “ccplinfo” to 66746, or email usat clf@cumberland.lib.nc.usfor more information.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Grades 4-5, All ages
Thursday, February 16
9:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 308)
Celebrating African American Culture
Join us as storyteller Baba Jamal Koram performs African American folklore tradition through stories. His objective in sharing his gifts is not merely to entertain, but to educate and inspire. His stories include African Americans from North Carolina and other parts of America. Baba Koram is a caretaker of culture and history and a transmitter of tradition Registration is required for groups of five or more by visiting the Local & State History Room of Headquarters Library or calling 483-7727 ext. 308. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 16
10:00 a.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
ABCs of Laptops
Learn about the various components of a laptop and how they work together. Registration is required and can be done online, by telephone, or in person at any branch. Call the library at 864-3800, text “ccplinfo” to 66746, or email usat clf@cumberland.lib.nc.usfor more information.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 16
10:00 a.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Are You Ready to Start a Business?
Decide if entrepreneurship is right for you. Evaluate your skills and readiness for business ownership and discover the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business. Learn what is expected from you to start a business including your personal finances, credit, and personal investment. Explore the steps you need to take to turn your dreams into reality

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Grades 4-5, All ages
Thursday, February 16
10:30 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 308)
Celebrating African American Culture
Join us as storyteller Baba Jamal Koram performs African American folklore tradition through stories. His objective in sharing his gifts is not merely to entertain, but to educate and inspire. His stories include African Americans from North Carolina and other parts of America. Baba Koram is a caretaker of culture and history and a transmitter of tradition Registration is required for groups of five or more by visiting the Local & State History Room of Headquarters Library or calling 483-7727 ext. 308. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Tweens
Thursday, February 16
3:30 p.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955 ext. 241)
Explore the Underground Railroad
Tweens ages 9 -12, celebrate Black History Month by exploring the Underground Railroad with stories, activities and a craft. Registration required by visiting the children's department or calling 485-2955 ext. 241.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Thursday, February 16
3:30 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Minute to Win It
Children in grades K-5, play and compete to complete simple tasks in just 60 seconds. Registration is required by calling 497-3650.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Thursday, February 16
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Teen Time
Teen Time @ Cliffdale! Use our laptops, gaming equipment, board games, and enjoy a place to hang out. Bring your friends, get some homework done, or simply chill with a book!

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Tweens, Teen
Thursday, February 16
4:00 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
Gaming @ North
Get your game on! Tweens and teens ages 9 and up are invited to an afternoon of video games, board games, mysteries and more!

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Thursday, February 16
5:00 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Readers Theater Rehearsal
Teens, create a mini-play and perform it for children. Using a known story, or one you write yourself, you will perform as a group. From the words to the costumes you have the final say. This is the final rehearsal before you perform. No reservation required. For more information please call 487-0440.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Children of all ages!
Thursday, February 16
5:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Readers Theater
Children, come watch a play created and performed just for you. For more information please call 487-0440.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult, Adult, Teen
Thursday, February 16
6:30 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Write On Right Now
Are you a writer? Are you looking for a place to share your ideas and get some feedback? Join other writers as we brainstorm ideas, share advice, and explore the ins and outs of the writing process. Bring your laptop or notebook. No assignments, no restrictions, public sharing not required.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 16
6:30 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
Backyard Vegetable Gardening: Growing ‘Local Food’— Sustainably
Become a ‘locavore’ – right in your own yard. Kenneth Bailey from the NC Cooperative Extension gives you the information you need to start your sustainable garden now. Learn tips for starting seeds, growing transplants, and raising delicious, healthful vegetables with natural methods throughout our wonderfully long growing season. Whether you have an acre and a half – or half a patio lined with colorful containers – a successful garden is within your reach.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Saturday, February 18
10:00 a.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Job Searching at the Library
If you are in the market for a new job, the library has a lot to offer in preparing for and searching for that perfect job. Come and explore programs that offer everything from job searching to resume building and interview tips. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant Registration is required by calling 487-0440

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Children of all ages!
Saturday, February 18
10:30 a.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455)
Rhythm and Rhyme: A Sensory Story Time
All children are welcome to this story time designed for children with autism, Down syndrome, sensory-processing disorder/language-delays and for children with disabilities. For more information contact Vicki at 425-8455.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Saturday, February 18
11:00 a.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
It's a Fitness Party! Zumba!
Get a great workout while having fun! Zumba with us! Zumba is a popular aerobic exercise that infuses Latin dance moves with international beats. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers so you can Zumba with Koni Perodeau , certified Zumba instructor. Don't forget your water bottle and towel. For more information please call 485-2955.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Saturday, February 18
2:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library. Contact Cliffdale Regional Branch for questions at 864-3800)
Black History Month: A Musical Celebration
Please join us at the library as we welcome Dr. Brooksie Harrington, Justin M. Barbour, and the Fayetteville State University Gospel Choir in a musical celebration of Black History Month. Dr. Harrington and Mr. Barbour speak about the history of the Negro Spiritual, and the choir performs selections from their most recent CD, Celebrate. For more information, please call Cliffdale Regional Branch at 864-3800, text “ccplinfo” to 66746, find us on Facebook, or email us for more information. The program takes place at Headquarters Library.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Monday, February 20
10:00 a.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Word 101
Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word. Knowledge of how to use a keyboard and mouse is required. Registration is required online, by telephone, or in person at any library location. Call the library at 864-3800, text “ccplinfo” to 66746, or email us at clf@cumberland.lib.nc.us for more information.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Monday, February 20
1:00 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
Movie Monday
It's almost Dr. Seuss's birthday! Children in grades K-5, celebrate by watching a movie based on his book about an elephant who protects a speck of dust because, "a person is a person, no matter how small." G.

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Tweens
Monday, February 20
1:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Tween Make It & Take It
Tweens ages 9-12 years, if you're feeling crafty, come and explore the joys of duct tape, hardware jewelry, tie-dying, origami, and other cool hands-on creations!

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Tweens
Monday, February 20
2:00 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Tween Gaming @ West
Children ages 9-12 years, test your skills and share your secret tricks on the XBox 360 and Wii. Primetime programs welcome! No registration required!

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Monday, February 20
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Paws to Read
Children in grades K-5 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading to a friendly therapy dog in a relaxing environment.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Monday, February 20
6:00 p.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455)
Hope Mills Anime Club
Come watch anime! Join other teens who enjoy anime and manga. Read new magazines and enjoy free refreshments brought to you by the Friends of the Library.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Monday, February 20
6:00 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Teen Gaming @ West
Teens, do you rock the Wii? Are you a Guitar Hero star? Do you have an unreadable poker face? Test your skills, learn new games and meet other teens. No reservation required. For more information please call 487-0440.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Monday, February 20
6:00 p.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
Create Your Own Cupcake
If you are looking for a way to be creative, cupcakes are the perfect way to do this. Create stylish cupcakes by experimenting with color and flavor as Fayetteville’s own Chocolate Lady, Jeannie Nelson, leads a hands-on demonstration on creating the perfect cupcake! This program is for adults only. Space is limited. Registration is required by calling 485-2295.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 21
11:00 a.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Girl Talk Book Club
Join us as we discuss The Tiger's Wife by Tea Obreht. In a Balkan country mending from war, Natalia, a young doctor, is compelled to unravel the mysterious circumstances surrounding her beloved grandfather’s recent death. Searching for clues, she turns to his worn copy of The Jungle Book and the stories he told her of his encounters over the years with “the deathless man.” But most extraordinary of all is the story her grandfather never told her— the legend of the tiger’s wife.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 21
11:00 a.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Advanced Word Topics: Mail Merge
Learn how to use the power of Microsoft Word to create and manage professional mailing lists. Mail Merge is a Word feature that allows you to add names, addresses, and other contact information to Word documents. It is a great tool for sending out business letters, addressing envelopes, or invitations. Participants should have basic familiarity with Microsoft Word and be confident with using a mouse. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant Register online or by calling 483-7727 ext. 202.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 21
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Teen Gaming
Teens! Do you like video games? What about board games or a good card game? If you're in grades 6- 12, you're invited to play with us!

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Tuesday, February 21
4:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Winter Movie @ Spring Lake
The life of a businessman begins to change after he inherits six penguins, and as he transforms his apartment into a winter wonderland, his professional side starts to unravel. PG.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 21
6:30 p.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
Knit Nite
If you always wanted to learn how to knit but need some help getting started, or are a seasoned knitter looking for some new tips and techniques, grab your knitting needles and come join the ladies from A Row of Purls knit shop!

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 21
6:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Black Valor: A History Of African Americans in the Military
Join Charles Anderson, vice president of the Cape Fear Historical Complex, as he takes us through a history of the role of African Americans in the military from Colonial days to the present.

Event Type:Job & Career Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 21
6:30 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Online Job Searching With PipelineNC
If you are looking for employment in North Carolina, come learn about the newest employment center on the web, PipelineNC.com. Find out how it can help you locate educational opportunities and plan your career as well as seek positions available now. PipelineNC.com will be your one-stop shop for anything job-related. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Register online or by calling 483-7727 ext. 202.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 21
7:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Spring Lake Book Club - Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
In 1951 a young black woman named Henrietta Lacks was admitted to Johns Hopkins Hospital and given a diagnosis of cervical cancer. During treatment, doctors removed a sample of her tumor and sent it to a research lab without her permission. Lacks died a few months later, but the sample lived on– and on and on. The strain, dubbed HeLa, was the first human tissue to be successfully kept alive as a culture. Since her death, Lacks' cells have been used in a variety of ways - to develop drugs for everything from Parkinson's to AIDS. Journalist Rebecca Skloot's history of the miraculous cells reveals deep injustices in U.S. medical research. Join us as we explore this true medical paradox.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 21
7:00 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
What Is Occupy Wall Street?
Occupy Wall Street began on September 17, 2011, and protesters are camping out in over 100 cities in the US. Find out what the protest stands for, its goals, and what it has accomplished. Meet a panel of several local protesters ready to answer your questions about the movement.

Event Type: Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Wednesday, February 22
4:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Resume Formatting With MS Word
Learn how to use resume templates and get formatting tips and tricks often used in creating a resume. Basic computer use, mouse, and keyboard skills are required. Information is provided for the class, so please DO NOT bring your own information (Other library programs do provide this help. Check the event calendar online or ask a librarian). Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required by calling 497-3650 or visiting the library location.

Event Type:Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Wednesday, February 22
6:30 p.m. (Hope Mills Branch 425-8455)
Parents & Teens, Let's Talk About It: Teen Sexual Health
Parents and their teens are invited to a presentation by Martina Sconiers, a health educator from the Cumberland County Department of Health. This presentation encourages parents and teens to build on their relationships and discuss issues such as abstinence, preventing pregnancy, and STDs, and in doing so provide teens with the skills they need to be safe. The presentation is followed by a question and answer session. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation is provided at this program. For more information please call Martina Sconiers at 433-3891 or Vicki Sheeler at 425-8455.

 Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 23
10:00 a.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
E-Mail for Job Seekers
Most employers now want you to submit your resume to them via email. If you already have an e-mail account and need to learn how to upload your resume to an e-mail, then this class is for you. Bring your completed resume on a flash drive. You must have an active e-mail account to participate in this class. Computers used for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required and can be done online, by telephone, or in person at any library location. Call the library at 864-3800, text “ccplinfo” to 66746, or email us at clf@cumberland.lib.nc.us for more information.

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Tweens
Thursday, February 23
3:30 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Tween Gaming @ Spring Lake
Tweens ages 9-12, is gaming your thing? Are you a Guitar Hero, a Rock Band fan, or a DDR star? Do you like to play chess, checkers, or Uno? Join us for traditional board games and video game free play.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Thursday, February 23
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Teen Time
Teen Time @ Cliffdale! Use our laptops, gaming equipment, board games, and enjoy a place to hang out. Bring your friends, get some homework done, or simply chill with a book!

Event Type: Children's Program; Age Group: Tweens
Thursday, February 23
4:00 p.m. (Bordeaux Branch 424-4008)
Tween Gaming @ Bordeaux
Tweens ages 9-12, play your favorite Wii games, Playstation 2 and board games.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Thursday, February 23
6:30 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Windowsill Orchids: Tips for Bringing Spring Indoors
If gray days are getting you down, bring color and life to your windowsill with beautiful and surprisingly easy-to-grow orchids. Join us as North Carolina Cooperative Extension Master Gardner Keith Clayton talks about how to grow orchids on your windowsill. Come, bring your questions and learn the tricks of the trade and find out how to have the best looking orchids on your block!

Event Type:4^th Friday; Age Group: All ages
Friday, February 24
4^th Friday Presents: The Drumming Circle
7:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Join us for an evening of drumming with Fayetteville's drumming circle.  This unique group has been drumming in the downtown area for 10 years. Founding members Ray King, Mithra Maraj, Neil Ray, Tom Hedgepeth, Corky Jones, and others will fascinate you with many complex drumming sounds. Audience participation is welcome.  Please bring your own percussion instruments.  This program is underwritten by Systel. Refreshments are provided.

Event Type:Computer Class; Age Group: Adult
Saturday, February 25
10:00 a.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Excel 101 for Job Seekers

Learn the basics of creating and using spreadsheets in Excel. The class includes creating a simple spreadsheet and understanding the basic concepts of formulas as they pertain to Excel. Knowledge of how to use a keyboard and mouse is required. Some experience with Microsoft Word is helpful. Computers for this program are provided by a Golden Leaf Foundation grant. Registration is required by calling 487-0440 or online at www.cumberland.lib.nc.us.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Saturday, February 25
11:00 a.m. (East Regional Branch 485-2955)
Creating Balance Through Yoga
Create balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. Join Koni Perodeau, certified Yoga instructor as she teaches techniques to achieve awareness. For more information please call 485-2955.

Event Type:Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Sunday, February 26
2:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 308)

Charles Chesnutt’s Fayetteville
Transportation Museum staff provide a fascinating look at the life, times, and local people strongly associated with Charles Chesnutt’s works, including reading from Chesnutt’s works, coupled with images from Fayetteville historic locations mentioned in his books.

Event Type:Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Monday, February 27
6:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
BYOB for Teens
Teens, bring your own book...this month the theme is “Love”. Read any book that is about two people falling in (or out of) love. No reservation required. For more information please call 487-0440. Snacks are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Monday, February 27
7:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Black Valor: A History of African Americans in the Military
Join Charles Anderson, Jr., vice president of the Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex Foundation, as he takes us through a history of the role of African Americans in the military from Colonial days to the present.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Monday, February 27
7:30 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 204)
Great Books Discussion Group
Please join us for a discussion of the classical Greek drama Hekabe by Euripides. Copies of the play, along with discussion questions, are available at the Headquarters Information Desk. For more information, contact Nora Armstrong, 483-7727 ext. 204.

Event Type:Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 28
4:00 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Teen Anime Club
Teens in grades 6-12: Enjoy great anime movies and discuss your favorite manga series. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 28
4:00 p.m. (Spring Lake Branch 497-3650)
Teen Winter Movies @ Spring Lake
Convinced that a CCN cameraman is her true love, an eccentric crossword puzzler trails him as he travels all over the country, hoping to convince him that they belong together. PG-13.

Event Type: Adult Program; Age Group: Adult
Tuesday, February 28
6:00 p.m. (Headquarters Library 483-7727 ext. 202)
Financial Aid 101
If you are confused about applying for financial aid or want more information about what type of financial aid is available, join us as April Morey from the College Foundation gives the ins and outs of financial aid. Get your questions answered about FAFSA, scholarships, loans, grants and more!

Event Type:Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 28
6:00 p.m. (Bordeaux Branch 424-4008)
Teen Anime @ Bordeaux
Teens, check out the latest previews of your favorite anime shows, share your artwork with fellow anime/manga art enthusiasts, and check out the newest anime/manga magazines. Refreshments provided courtesy of the Friends of the Library.

Event Type: Teen Program; Age Group: Teen
Tuesday, February 28
6:00 p.m. (North Regional Branch 822-1998)
Teen Anime North
Watch the newest anime shown uncut in Japanese with English subtitles on our theater screen. Put on your CosPlay, check out the latest manga and magazines, and pick up some swag. Snacks are provided by the Friends of the Library. (Anime shown at this program is rated 13+)

Event Type:Children's Program; Age Group: Grades K-5
Wednesday, February 29
3:30 p.m. (West Regional Branch 487-0440)
Leap Day
Children in grades K-5, come out and celebrate a day that only happens once every 4 years.

Event Type: Family Program; Age Group: All ages
Wednesday, February 29
6:30 p.m. (Cliffdale Regional Branch 864-3800)
Armchair Travel to Italy
Come tour the country of Italy from the comfort of the library.