Thursday, December 31, 2009

Closed tomorrow BUT...

On Saturday, Tumbleweed Tales Poetry Group meets @ 10am, open to all!  Friends of the Library will hold their regular meeting @ 10am, too.  And TCG: Duel group will gather at noon for Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, & Yu-Gi-Oh!

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

It's a great New Year @ the library!

Events Calendar for January, 2010

Warm up @ the library with Premium Coffee! Now available in regular and Flavor of the Month. January’s flavor: White Chocolate. 50¢ per cup.

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Wednesdays at 1pm. The GENEALOGY CLASS meets every Tuesday at 2pm. Genealogy guidance & help using Ancestry.com and HeritageQuest.com are provided. No sign-up is necessary. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone).

Tumbleweed Tales Society poetry group meets the 1st Saturday of each month, 10a.m.-noon. Next roundtable will be held January 2. Bring original work or a favorite author to share. Open to all ages! For more info, email tumbleweedtales@yahoo.com.

Our newest group is in full swing: TCG (Trading Card Game) DUEL! Kids 11+ come on Saturdays, 12-4:30, and meet others who love games such as Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and Yu-Gi-Oh!

Help warm the valley this winter! Drop off your new or gently used coats, sweaters, gloves, hats, etc. @ the library between January 4 & 16 for our annual OUTERWEAR DRIVE! All items will be donated to local agencies for distribution.

Free, fun, FAMILY CRAFT in January: Lil’ Pig Magnets! Bring the kids and enjoy some craft-y time together. 10-11am.

Special in January: Inspirational Book Sale! Starting January 11, until they’re gone…nothing over $5!

Shakespeare at Library! Read, discuss, enjoy Shakespeare every 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. The current reading is "Henry IV, Part 1." Next gathering: January 16. Also, enjoy Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre every Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. Our current reading is "Henry V." For more info, email ezshakespeare@yahoo.com.

It’s time again for the WINTER READING PROGRAM! This year’s theme is “Catch a Good Book!” and it will start on Wednesday, February 3, and run through Wednesday, April 7. Classes are: Ages 2-3 on Wednesdays @9:15-9:45am (parent of guardian must accompany child); Ages 4-5 on Wednesdays @ 10-10:45am; Ages 6-12 on Wednesdays @ 3:30-4:30pm; and Teens on Thursdays @ 3-4pm (no session on 11/26). Free Fall fun @ the library! Teen Zone also continues, meeting on January 9 & 16 @ 2pm.

For all who like to knit and/or crochet, the KNIT WITS meet every Wednesday, 1pm @ the library. (No meeting January 6.) Free and fun, bring your current project and come join others who love yarn crafting!

Join us for a fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, January 21 @ 1:00pm! Join us this month to learn about making our own Natural Beauty Products! All materials provided, $2 fee per person. Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, January 16, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00- Inuyasha # 55 – 57; 1:00- Save Me! Lollipop # 5; 1:30- Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple # 7 (Sub-titled); 2:00- Sasami Magical Girls Club # 9; 2:30- Big Windup # 1; 3:00- Kaze no Stigma # 4; 3:30- Romeo×Juliet # 2. Remember to bring your raffle tickets! Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, January 19, at 12:00pm. This month read any biography, by any author. Then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

This month’s Free Movie Day will be Saturday, January 23, 2pm. Our feature title will be “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs” (rated PG). Free family fun!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 1/2, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. 1/11, 10am
Closing at 1pm on Thurs. 12/31 & closed Fri. 1/1 Happy New Year!
Closed Wed. 1/6 Staff In-Service Day
Closed Mon. 1/18 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
or Tweet us! http://twitter.com/Pahrumplibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit http://www.pahrumplibrary.com/.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 12/30/09

Friday, December 18, 2009

Lenke Brown

Pahrump Community Library will welcome author Lenke Brown on Dec. 19 @ 10am. Mrs. Brown will be signing her book “Life as Lenke: A Struggle to Survive.” This memoir gives an account of the characteristics of people, cultures, and lifestyles, stretching from Hungary through the United States, over the better part of a century.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Triggerman

Local author Anthony Greco will sign his book "Casino Dealer-Triggerman" tomorrow, Dec. 12 @ 10am.

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Family fun!

Free Family Craft: Clothespin Reindeer!  Saturday, 12/12, 10am @ the library.

Thursday, December 03, 2009

This Saturday!

Be sure to visit the library this Saturday (open 9-5)!  Author SUE MCCLISH MELTON will be on hand to sign her book “Facts..Nothing But Facts…A History Timeline of the Tonopah & Tidewater Railroad Death Valley, Lone Pine, and its People.”  She'll be available starting at 10:30am.

Also, the regular meeting of the Tumbleweed Tales Poetry Group will be held at 10am.  Bring original work or a favorite author to share. Open to all ages! For more info, email tumbleweedtales@yahoo.com.

Wednesday, December 02, 2009

Merry Christmas from your library!

Events Calendar for December, 2009

Show your support of the library and help decorate our tree! Sponsor decorations are available in the library for only $1. Get yours now!

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Wednesdays at 1pm. The GENEALOGY CLASS meets every Tuesday at 2pm. Genealogy guidance & help using Ancestry.com and HeritageQuest.com are provided. No sign-up is necessary. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone).

Tumbleweed Tales Society meets 1st Saturdays of each month, 10a.m.-noon. Next roundtable will be held December 5. Bring original work or a favorite author to share. Open to all ages! For more info, email tumbleweedtales@yahoo.com.

Our newest group is in full swing: TCG (Trading Card Game) DUEL! Kids 11+ come on Saturdays, 12-4:30, and meet others who love games such as Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and Yu-Gi-Oh!

Shakespeare at Library! Read, discuss, enjoy Shakespeare every 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. The current reading is "Merchant of Venice." Next gathering: Dec. 19. Also, enjoy Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre every Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. Our current reading is "Much Ado About Nothing." For more info, email ezshakespeare@yahoo.com.

It’s time again for the FALL READING PROGRAM! This year’s theme is “Catch a Good Book!” and it will start on Wedneday, Oct. 14 and run through Wednesday, Dec. 16. Classes are: Ages 2-3 on Wednesdays @9:15-9:45am (parent of guardian must accompany child); Ages 4-5 on Wednesdays @ 10-10:45am; Ages 6-12 on Wednesdays @ 3:30-4:30pm; and Teens on Thursdays @ 3-4pm (no session on 11/26). Free Fall fun @ the library! Teen Zone also continues, meeting on December 12 & 19 @ 2pm.

For all who like to knit and/or crochet, the KNIT WITS meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, 1pm @ the library. December 9 & 23. Free and fun, bring your current project and come join others who love yarn crafting!

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, December 17 @ 1:00pm! Join us this month as make a beautiful Garland Christmas Tree! All materials provided. Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

The PCL FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS will be held December 17 @ 6pm. Come join us for Christmas stories, singing, and cookie decorating as we celebrate the holiday season. For kids age 5-12; sign-up now at the Children’s Circ Desk.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, December 19, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00- Inuyasha # 52 – 54; 1:00- Save Me! Lollipop # 4; 1:30- Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple # 6 (sub-titled); 2:00- Sasami Magical Girls Club # 8-9; 3:00- Kaze no Stigma # 3; 3:30- Romeo×Juliet # 4. Remember to bring your raffle tickets! Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, December 15, at 1:30pm. This month read anything Christmas related, any author. Then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, December 26, 2pm. We will celebrate a Kids’ New Year’s Party and our feature title will be “G-Force” (rated PG). Free family fun!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 12/5, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. 12/14, 10am
Closing at 1pm on Thurs. 12/24 & closed Fri. 12/25 Merry Christmas!
Closing at 1pm on Thurs. 12/31 & closed Fri. 1/1 Happy New Year!

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit http://www.pahrumplibrary.com/
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 11/02/09

Monday, November 02, 2009

Be thankful for your library!

Events Calendar for November, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Wednesdays at 1pm. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone).

Tumbleweed Tales Society meets 1st Saturdays of each month, 10a.m.-noon. Next roundtable will be held Nov. 7. Bring original work or a favorite author to share. Open to all ages! For more info, email tumbleweedtales@yahoo.com.

Our newest group is in full swing: TCG (Trading Card Game) DUEL! Kids 11+ come on Saturdays, 12-4:30, and meet others who love games such as Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and Yu-Gi-Oh!

It’s time again for our THANKSGIVING CANNED FOOD DRIVE, November 9-21. Bring in a NEW canned food to exchange for $1 in fines. All food will be donated to local food banks.

Saturday, November 14 is GAME-ON DAY @ the Library! Come enjoy games of all kinds! Free for all ages.

Shakespeare at Library! Read, discuss, enjoy Shakespeare every 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. The current reading is "Merchant of Venice." Next gathering: November 21. Also, enjoy Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre every Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. Our current reading is "Much Ado About Nothing." For more info, email ezshakespeare@yahoo.com.

It’s time again for the FALL READING PROGRAM! This year’s theme is “Catch a Good Book!” and it will start on Wedneday, Oct. 14 and run through Wednesday, Dec. 16. Classes are: Ages 2-3 on Wednesdays @9:15-9:45am (parent of guardian must accompany child); Ages 4-5 on Wednesdays @ 10-10:45am; Ages 6-12 on Wednesdays @ 3:30-4:30pm; and Teens on Thursdays @ 3-4pm (no session on 11/26). Free Fall fun @ the library! Teen Zone also continues, meeting on November 14 & 21 @ 2pm.

For all who like to knit and/or crochet, the KNIT WITS will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, 1pm @ the library. November: Thursday, 11/12 (due to the holiday) & Wed. 11/25. Free and fun, bring your current project and come join others who love yarn crafting!

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, November 19 @ 1:00pm! Join us this month as we learn all about The Perfect Turkey Dinner! Samples, recipes, & more! Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, November 21, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00- Inuyasha # 49 – 51; 1:00- Save Me! Lollipop # 3; 1:30- Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple # 5 (Sub-titled); 2:00- Sasami Magical Girls Club # 7-8; 3:00- Kaze no Stigma # 1- 2. Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, November 17, at 1:30pm. This month’s author is Anita Shreve. Read anything by Ms. Shreve, then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, November 28, 2pm. Feature title: TBA. Free family fun!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 11/7, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. 11/9, 10am
Closed Wed. 11/11 in observance of Veteran’s Day
Closed Thurs. and Fri. 11/26 & 27 Happy Thanksgiving!

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit www.pahrumplibrary.com.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 11/02/09

Thursday, October 01, 2009

It’s always TREATS @ your library!


Events Calendar for October, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Wednesdays at 1pm. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone).

Tumbleweed Tales Society meets 1st Saturdays of each month, 10a.m.-noon. Next roundtable will be held Oct. 3. Bring original work or a favorite author to share. Open to all ages! For more info, email tumbleweedtales@yahoo.com.

It’s time again for FINE AMNESTY, October 5-10. Fines will be dismissed on all overdue items returned during this time, no questions asked. Amnesty does NOT apply to fines already accumulated.

Shakespeare at Library! Read, discuss, enjoy Shakespeare every 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. The current reading is "Merchant of Venice." Next gathering: October 17. Also, enjoy Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre every Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. Our current reading is "Much Ado About Nothing." For more info, email ezshakespeare@yahoo.com.

The Library is pleased to welcome Lesley Dening to a BOOK SIGNING on October 10 @ 11am! Ms. Dening will be signing copies of her book, “Struggling Within.” The Pahrump Roasters will also be on hand, hosting a Coffee Tasting!

It’s time again for the FALL READING PROGRAM! This year’s theme is “Catch a Good Book!” and it will start on Wedneday, Oct. 14 and run through Wednesday, Dec. 16. Classes are: Ages 2-3 on Wednesdays @9:15-9:45am (parent of guardian must accompany child); Ages 4-5 on Wednesdays @ 10-10:45am; Ages 6-12 on Wednesdays @ 3:30-4:30pm; and Teens on Thursdays @ 3-4pm. Free Fall fun @ the library! Teen Zone also continues, meeting on October 10 & 17 @ 2pm.

We’re starting a new group, just for all who like to knit and/or crochet! The KNIT WITS will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, starting October 14, 1pm @ the library. Free and fun, bring your current project and come join others who love yarn crafting!

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, October 15 @ 1:00pm! Join us this month as we learn all about Pumpkin Carving! Supplies will be provided. Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, October 17, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: TBA. Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

Can-for-a-Costume begins Monday, October 19 and will continue through October 29. Exchange one new can of food for a Halloween Costume. All food will be donated to local food banks. Get ready for Halloween and help feed our valley!

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, October 20, at 1:30pm. This month’s author is Kay Hooper. Read anything by Ms. Hooper, then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, October 24, 2pm. Feature title: “Monsters vs Aliens” Rated PG. Free family fun!

New this year: The Haunted Library! Thursday, October 29, 7-8:30pm. For kids age 6-14, come in costume and tour the scariest library in Pahrump! Free fun which COULD be frightening. Sign-up beginning October 16, required as space is limited. And don’t forget to Trick-or-Treat at the Library on Saturday, October 31. Come in costume for a sweet treat!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 10/3, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. 10/12, 10am
Closed Friday, 10/30, for Nevada Day

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit
www.pahrumplibrary.com.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 10/01/09

Monday, August 31, 2009

Satisfy all your study needs @ the library!

Events Calendar for September, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Wednesdays at 1pm. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone).

Tumbleweed Tales Society meets 1st Saturdays of each month, 10a.m.-noon. Next roundtable will be held Sept 5. Bring original work or a favorite author to share. Open to all ages! For more info, email tumbleweedtales@yahoo.com.

Shakespeare at the Library! Read, discuss, enjoy Shakespeare every 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. The current reading is "Merchant of Venice." Next gathering: Sept. 19. Also, enjoy Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre every Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. Our current reading is "Much Ado About Nothing." For more info, email ezshakespeare@yahoo.com.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 1:30pm. This month’s author is Ann B. Ross. Read any of the “Miss Julia” series, then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

Bring your new or gently used costumes to the library for our HALLOWEEN COSTUME DRIVE! All sizes welcome. Costumes accepted Sept. 16-Oct. 16 and will be distributed in October during our annual “Can-for-a-Costume” event!

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, Sept. 19, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00 - Inuyasha # 43 - 45 (English); 1:00 - Jyu-Oh-Sei # 6 (Sub- Titled); 1:30 - Negma!? Series 2 # 4 (English); 2:00 - Sasami Magical Girls Club # 3-4 (English); 3:00- Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple # 1-2 (English). Be sure to bring your raffle tickets! Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

This month’s Movie Day is cancelled. Come see us in the Harvest Fest Parade!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 9/12, 9am
Closed for Labor Day, Mon. 9/7
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting, Fri. 9/11, 10am
Closed for Harvest Fest, Sat. Sept. 26

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary

Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit
www.pahrumplibrary.com. All dates subject to change. Additions may be made.

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Escape the heat @ the library!

Events Calendar for August, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Wednesdays at 1pm. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone).

Tumbleweed Tales Society meets 1st Saturdays of each month, 10a.m.-noon. Next roundtable will be held August 1. Bring original work or a favorite author to share. Open to all ages! For more info, email tumbleweedtales@yahoo.com.

Shakespeare at Library! Read, discuss, enjoy Shakespeare every 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. The current reading is "Merchant of Venice." Next gathering: August 15. Also, enjoy Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre every Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. Our current reading is "The Merry Wives of Windsor." For more info, email ezshakespeare@yahoo.com.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, August 18, at 1:30pm. This month’s author is Tess Gerritsen. Read anything by Ms. Gerritsen then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend!

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, July 18, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00- Inuyasha # 40 - 42 (English); 1:00- Suzuka (sub-titled); 1:30- Jyu-Oh-Sei # 5 (sub-titled); 2:00- D.Gray-Man #3- 4(English); 3:00- Sasami Magical Girls Club # 1 (English); 3:30- Negma!? Series 2 # 3 (English). Be sure to bring your raffle tickets! Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, August 22. Our feature this month is “Yellowstone Cubs” (rated G). Free family fun!

We will be hosting a Book Signing for Tracie Austin-Peters, who will sign her book “Welcome to Haunted Las Vegas Nevada.” Saturday, August 29, 10am @ the library.

Important Dates:
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. August 10, 10am

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary

Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit www.pahrumplibrary.com. All dates subject to change. Additions may be made.

Monday, June 29, 2009

Keepin’ cool @ the library!

Events Calendar for July, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Wednesdays at 1pm. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone).

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, July 21, at 1:30pm. This month’s author is Joanne Fluke. Read anything by Ms. Fluke then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend!

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, July 18, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00- D.Gray-Man #1- 2; 1:00- Suzuka (sub-titled); 1:30- Jyu-Oh-Sei # 4 (sub-titled); 2:00- Inuyasha # 38-40; 3:00- Negma!? Series 2 # 1- 2. Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, July 25. Our feature this month is “Coraline” (rated PG). Free family fun!

Important Dates:
The library will be closed Sat., July 4, in observance of U.S. Independence Day
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. July 13, 10am

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary

Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit www.pahrumplibrary.com. All dates subject to change. Additions may be made.

Monday, June 08, 2009

NEW HOURS!
Effective Monday, June 15, 2009
Monday - Thursday
9am - 6pm
Friday & Saturday
9am - 5pm
Sunday & Holidays
Closed
NEW HOURS!
Effective Monday, June 15, 2009
Monday - Thursday
9am - 6pm
Friday & Saturday
9am - 5pm
Sunday & Holidays
Closed

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Summer fun @ your library!

Events Calendar for June, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone). Currently offering “Basic Computer,” “Beyond Basics,” “Advanced Basics,” “Internet Experience” and “Genealogy”— check at the library for dates & times. Sign up in the library; no sign-ups by phone.

TUMBLEWEED TALES POETRY GROUP will meet here Saturday, June 6, 12:30pm, and every 1st Saturday! Join us at the library to share, listen, and enjoy poetry. Original poetry encouraged, or just read an old favorite! All ages welcome! The group also offers Shakespeare Made Simple! on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10am and Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre on Tuesdays, 4-6pm. Free, for all ages.

We are pleased to host a community BLOOD DRIVE on June 13, beginning at 11:30. Visit the library or check the paper for more details!

It’s time again for the SUMMER READING CLUB! This year’s theme is “Be Creative @ the Library!” and it all starts on Tuesday, June 16 with storyteller Glenda Bonin: “Just Imagine! – Stories for the Fun of It!” All ages should attend this special presentation at 10am. Classes will start Tuesday, June 23: Age 4-5 Wednesdays @ 9am; Age 6-11 Tuesdays @ 1pm OR Wednesdays @ 10:30am; Age 5th grade & up Tuesdays @ 2:30pm. Sign up now! Free summer fun @ the library!

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, June 16, at 12pm. This month’s author is John Grisham. Read Mr. Grisham’s The Innocent Man, then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, June 18@ 1:00pm! Join us this month as we craft cute Flower Pot Pens! Supplies will be provided. Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult. This is the last adult class until October.

Yoga for Kids! will be offered by instructor Linda Sampson (Cmt, CYT) Saturday June 20 & 27 @ 11am. Kids can learn the relaxing benefits of yoga! Free, for ages 4-9.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, June 20, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: TBA. Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, June 27, 2pm. Feature title: “The Secret of Nimh” Rated G. Free family fun!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 6/6, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. 6/8, 10am

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit
www.pahrumplibrary.com.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 5/30/09

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Spring into your library!


Events Calendar for May, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone). Currently offering “Basic Computer,” “Beyond Basics,” “Advanced Basics,” “Internet Experience” and “Genealogy”— check at the library for dates & times. Sign up in the library; no sign-ups by phone.

TUMBLEWEED TALES POETRY GROUP will meet here Saturday, May 2, 12:30pm, and every 1st Saturday! Join us at the library to share, listen, and enjoy poetry. Original poetry encouraged, or just read an old favorite! All ages welcome! The group also offers Shakespeare Made Simple! on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10am and Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre on Tuesdays, 4-6pm. Free, for all ages.

Yoga for Kids! will be offered by instructor Linda Sampson (Cmt, CYT) Saturdays @ 11am. Kids can learn the relaxing benefits of yoga! Free, for ages 4-9.

Family Craft will be held Saturday, May 9. 10-11am @ the library. This month come make a special treat for Mom! Free fun for all ages. Last Family Craft Day until October!

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, May 16, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00 - GhostHunt # 6; 12:30 - Jyu-Oh-Sei # 2 (Sub-Titled); 1:00 - SHUFFLE! # 3; 1:30 - School Rumble # 1; 2:00 - Inuyasha # 32-34; 3:00- Ranma; 3:30- Suzuka # . The Event for this month is “Tell us who your favorite character is and why?” There will be prizes so be sure to enter! Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, May 19, at 12pm. This month’s author is Anne Rivers Siddons. Read anything by this author, then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, May 21 @ 1:00pm! Join us this month as we make our own jewelry! Supplies will be provided. Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, May 23, 2pm. Feature title: “Hotel for Dogs” Rated PG. Free family fun!

On May 26, we’ll start our Father’s Day Raffle for a great Gift Basket! Get your tickets, 25¢ each or 5/$1. Drawing will be held on June 19; need not be present to win.

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 5/2, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees special budget meeting Thurs. May 21, 10am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Thurs. May 21, 10:15am
The Library will be closed Mon., May 25, in observance of Memorial Day


And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit www.pahrumplibrary.com.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 4/30/09

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Go Green! @ the library

Events Calendar for April, 2009

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone). Currently offering “Basic Computer,” “Beyond Basics,” “Advanced Basics,” “Internet Experience” and “Genealogy”— check at the library for dates & times. Sign up in the library; no sign-ups by phone.

This month we will host Raymond Visconti as he presents Dream Interpretation Workshops on Wednesdays in April @ 5pm. Mr. Visconti holds a MA in Psychology and has spent 20 years in the Human Resources field and in researching and teaching dream psychology. A number of topics will be covered. Free to everyone!

TUMBLEWEED TALES POETRY GROUP will meet here Saturday, April 4, 12:30pm, and every 1st Saturday! Join us at the library to share, listen, and enjoy poetry. Original poetry encouraged, or just read an old favorite! All ages welcome! The group also offers Shakespeare Made Simple! on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10am and Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre on Tuesdays, 4-6pm. Free, for all ages.

On April 6, we’ll start our Mother’s Day Raffle for a great Gift Basket! Get your tickets, 25¢ each or 5/$1. Drawing will be held on May 8; need not be present to win.

We are pleased to once again host the Author Extravaganza on April 11, 9am-4:30pm. Local authors will be available for “Meet & Greet, Buy & Sign!”

Family Craft will be held Saturday, April 11. 10-11am @ the library. This month join us for the 7th Annual Library Easter Egg Hunt! Free fun for all ages.

Don’t forget: Earth Day is April 22! Check out the display at the Main Circulation Desk.

Yoga for Kids! will be offered by instructor Linda Sampson (Cmt, CYT) Saturdays @ 11am. Kids can learn the relaxing benefits of yoga! Free, for ages 4-9.

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, April 16! Join us this month as we learn the art of Cake Decorating! Supplies will be furnished. Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, April 18, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00- GhostHunt # 5, 12:30 - Jyu-Oh-Sei # 1 (Sub- Titled), 1:00 - SHUFFLE! # 1-2, 2:00 - Inuyasha # 29-31, 3:00 - Devil May Cry # 11 (Sub-Titled), 3:30 - Suzuka #. Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, April 21, at 12pm. This month’s author is Lisa Jackson. Read anything by this author, then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, April 25, 2pm. Feature title: “Bedtime Storiest” Rated PG. Free family fun!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 4/4, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. 4/13, 10am

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit
www.pahrumplibrary.com.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 3/31/09

Friday, February 27, 2009

Spring into the library!

Events Calendar for March, 2009

Visit the library during March to view the wonderful art on display for YOUTH ART MONTH! All artists are local kids. If you have art to display (and you’re under 18), please bring it to the library by March 13.

Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone). Currently offering “Basic Computer,” “Beyond Basics,” “Advanced Basics,” “Internet Experience” and “Genealogy”— check at the library for dates & times. Sign up in the library; no sign-ups by phone.

It’s time again for the Winter Reading Program: Dino-Tails Reading! Free classes for all ages, no sign-up necessary. Beginning February 4, thru April 1. Tiny Dinos (age 2-3): Wednesdays @ 9:15am (parent or guardian must accompany child); T-Rex Tails (age 4-5): Wednesdays @ 10am; Story-Osauraus (age 6-12): Wednesdays @ 3:30pm; and Teens (5th grade & up): Thursdays @3pm.

TUMBLEWEED TALES POETRY GROUP will meet here Saturday, March 7, at our new time 12:30pm, and every 1st Saturday! Join us at the library to share, listen, and enjoy poetry. Original poetry encouraged, or just read an old favorite! All ages welcome! The group also offers Shakespeare Made Simple! on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10am and Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre on Tuesdays, 4-6pm. Free, for all ages.

Family Craft will be held Saturday, March 14. Bring the kids and enjoy some fun time together! 10-11am @ the library. This month we’ll make a free, fun St. Patrick’s Bear! Join Miss Brenda for seasonal fun!

This month we will host Raymond Visconti as he presents a Career Counseling workshop on March 3 @ 1pm followed by two Dream Interpretation Workshops on March 11 & 18 @ 5pm. Mr. Visconti holds a MA in Psychology and has spent 20 years in the Human Resources field and in researching and teaching dream psychology. A number of topics will be covered. Free to everyone!

Yoga for Kids! will be offered by instructor Linda Sampson (Cmt, CYT) Saturdays @ 11am. Kids can learn the relaxing benefits of yoga! Free, for ages 4-9.

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, March 17, at 12pm. This month’s book is “The Secret Life of Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd. Read the book, then come enjoy book discussion, movie viewing, and potluck lunch—with lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend! For more information, call the library.

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, March 19! We’ll try our hand at “Candle Making.” A small charge may apply. Supplies will be furnished. Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, March 21, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: TBA. Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, March 28, 2pm. Feature title: “Bolt” Rated PG. Free family fun!

Next month: Author Extravaganza and the 7th Annual Library Easter Egg Hunt!

Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 3/7, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Mon. 3/9, 10am

And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit
www.pahrumplibrary.com.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 2/27/09

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

ART @ THE LIBRARY


March is Youth Art Month at the Pahrump Community Library! We will be displaying art work by local artists, age 18 and younger. If you would like your work displayed, please bring it to the library after Feb. 23. Work must be clearly labeled: artist's name, age and title of work on the front; telephone on back or bottom. All types of art accepted: drawings, paintings, crayon, sculpture, etc. Depending upon the number of items received, displayed works may rotate. Library staff will make every effort to secure the items but cannot be held responsible for damage or theft. You will be able to pick up your work after March 31 and work not claimed by April 15 will be discarded. Questions? Call (775) 727-5930, ext. 17.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Gotta love the library!

Events Calendar for February, 2009


Free computer instruction is available @ the library! COMPUTER CLASSES for beginning-level computer users are offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays. Sign-ups available at the library (no sign-ups by phone). Currently offering “Basic Computer,” “Beyond Basics,” “Advanced Basics,” “Internet Experience” and “Genealogy”— check at the library for dates & times. Sign up in the library; no sign-ups by phone.

It’s time again for the Winter Reading Program: Dino-Tails Reading! Free classes for all ages, no sign-up necessary. Beginning February 4, thru April 1. Tiny Dinos (age 2-3): Wednesdays @ 9:15am (parent or guardian must accompany child); T-Rex Tails (age 4-5): Wednesdays @ 10am; Story-Osauraus (age 6-12): Wednesdays @ 3:30pm; and Teens (5th grade & up): Thursdays @3pm.

TUMBLEWEED TALES POETRY GROUP will meet here Saturday, February 7, at 10am, and every 1st Saturday! Join us at the library to share, listen, and enjoy poetry. Original poetry encouraged, or just read an old favorite! All ages welcome! The group also offers Shakespeare Made Simple! on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10am and Shakespeare Reader’s Theatre on Tuesdays, 4-6pm. Free, for all ages.

Family Craft will be held Saturday, February 14. Bring the kids and enjoy some fun time together! 10-11am @ the library. This month we’ll make a free, fun Valentine Card! Join Miss Brenda for seasonal fun!

This month we will host a Coin Seminar, presented by John Bundy. Come to the library Saturday, February 14, 10am-2pm to examine, discuss, and learn about coins and coin collecting. Free to everyone!

Yoga for Kids! will be offered by instructor Linda Sampson (Cmt, CYT) Saturdays @ 11am. Kids can learn the relaxing benefits of yoga! Free, for ages 4-9. (Please note: No yoga Feb. 28.)

Our Favorite Authors Bookclub will meet Tuesday, February 17, at 1:30pm. This month’s author is James Patterson. Read anything by Mr. Patterson, then come enjoy a lively discussion! New members always welcome, so bring a friend!

Join us for a free, fun Adult Workshop on Thursday, February 19! We’ll make cute “Conversation Heart Tees.” Please bring your own white (or light colored) 100% cotton t-shirt. All other supplies will be furnished. Free, fun & easy! Adults only; kids 14 & up welcome with an adult.

The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting at the library Saturday, February 21, 12-4pm. Showings this month will be: 12:00- Bleach # 1- 2(Sub-titled), 1:00- ghost hunt # 1-2 (English), 2:00- Inuyasha # 23- 25 (English), 3:00- Devil May Cry # 9 (Sub-Titled), 3:30- Ragnarok # 7 (English). Also this month we are celebrating our 3rd Anniversary! There will be lots of stuff to do--and prizes! Remember to bring your raffle tickets! Absolutely no unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

Visit the library during the week of February 23-28 for a great PAPERBACK BOOK SALE! Lots of titles, great prices! All proceeds to benefit the library.

This month’s Movie Day will be Saturday, February 28, 2pm. Feature title: “Space Buddies” Rated G. Free family fun!

Remember: Next month is YOUTH ART MONTH @ the library! Youth artists to age 18 are invited to display works of art in the library for all to see! Call 727-5930, ext. 17 for more information


Important Dates:
Friends of the Pahrump Community Library meeting, Sat. 2/7, 9am
Pahrump Community Library Board of Trustees regular meeting Tues. 2/10, 10am
Library will be closed Mon. 2/16 in recognition of Presidents’ Day


And now you can visit us on MySpace! Go to www.myspace.com/pahrumpcommunitylibrary
Please call the library at 727-5930 for details, or visit www.pahrumplibrary.com.
All dates subject to change. Additions may be made. 1/29/09