techTRENDS - Events
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| ARCHIVE - 2009 EVENTS |
| The techTRENDS Program is now over. What did we learn about technology in 2009? Technology is constantly changing. We had an opportunity to learn about some new technology including: internet safety, Second Life, turn-tables & mixers, cyber-crimes, YouTube, Hubble Space Telescope, Facebook, web comics, Wii, Web sites, Guitar Hero, and many more! |
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Totally Teen Tuesdays TTT is back! Help us kick off our year of tech TRENDS with video games. Come to play or just watch. Date: January 13, 2009 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not Required |
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Tech Petting Zoo SEE, TOUCH, TRY... Grow with us while learning about high tech gadgets, gaming, and Web sites! Drop in anytime, bring the kids, & explore! Our list of gadgets is growing, but should include Wii, Xbox 360 & PlayStation video gaming, Google Earth, Facebook, online fantasy sites, kids tech devices, mobile devices and more! Fun For All Ages Date: February 7, 2009 Time: 11 AM - 4 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not Required |
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StoryTubes Contest Online Voting
Registration has ended and voting has begun! Online Voting By Category: March 9 - April 2 Online voting for videos chosen to proceed to voting will be held as follows:
Judges' Choice Award winners receive $500 worth of books to each winner, and to the school or library of his/her choice. Winners of the Voter's Choice Awards will receive a $50 bookstore gift card. |
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Online Job Searching Are you searching for that all-important first job, a different job, or even a whole new career? Join us as we discuss online job searching basics, including job site navigation, resume formatting, and networking opportunities. We'll also review and print electronic resources that are available for researching companies, upgrading your job skills, and making career decisions. Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Adults Registration: Required |
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Digital Remix Learn how to be a DJ from award-winning local DJ, Ruckus Roboticus. Listen to music, learn some techniques, and experiment on actual turntables and mixers! Date: Saturday, March 14, 2009 Time: 2 - 3:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Grades 6-12 Registration: Required |
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Tips on Buying a PC Learn from the experts what to look for when buying a PC! Presented by a team from our local Best Buy. Date: Monday, March 23, 2009 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Adult Registration: Not Required |
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Wii Got Our Game On! Come in to play other kids at Wii and different board games! Date: Saturday, March 28, 2009 Time: 1 - 3 PM Location: Centerville Library, Program Room Target Audience: Kindergarten-5th Grade Registration: Required |
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Totally Teen Tuesdays: Karaoke Song lyrics are poetry too! What better way to celebrate National Poetry Month than with TTT and karaoke? Come to sing or just to watch...food, prizes, and fun for all! Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Grades 6-12 Special information: A techTRENDS event featuring a teen Tech Petting Zoo Registration: Not Required |
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Online Family Safety Learn how to keep family members safe when using the Internet. Presented by the cyber-crimes squad from the F.B.I. Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Adults & Teens Registration: Not Required |
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Guitar Hero Challenge Think you have what it takes to be a Guitar Hero? Come find out and challenge other players to a duel to become the ultimate Guitar Hero of the day! Date: Thursday, April 23, 2009 Time: 7 - 8 PM Location: Centerville Library Program Room Target Audience: 3rd-5th Grade Registration: Required |
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Google Earth & More Demonstration Explore, search and discover Google Earth along with Google search strategies, tips and tricks. Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 Time: 6:30 - 8 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Adults Registration: Not Required |
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Webcomics Workshop Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with us! Learn about drawing and writing a comic, practice drawing your own, and learn how to post it to our new teen webcomics blog. All levels of artists are welcome. Date: Saturday, May 2, 2009 Time: 1 - 3:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Grades 6-12 Registration: Required |
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High Tech Jobs & Skills Recently laid off? Considering a career change? Starting college for the first time? Come check out the latest fields and opportunities offered by Wright State, Sinclair, and ATIC which provides training for WPAFB and its contractors. PRESENTED BY: Wright State University College of Engineering & Computer Science, Sinclair Community College, and The Advanced Technical Intelligence Center of Beavercreek. Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2009 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Adults Registration: Not Required |
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Virtual Worlds & More! What do Second Life, fantasy sports, and orcs have in common? Come find out how to connect online with others by using made up characters, sports teams, and more! Date: Monday, May 11, 2009 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Adults & Teens Registration: Not Required |
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Wii for Grown Ups! Wii gaming isn't just for kids! Drop in for a chance to check out the game that's taking America by storm. Bring a friend or two or just come alone and try it out! Date: Thursday, May 14, 2009 Time: 11 AM - 4 PM Location: Centerville Library Target Audience: Adults Registration: Not Required |
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Taking Wii On The Road Did you know that video games are great for seniors? They help to improve dexterity, socializing, mental acuity and more. The Library is pleased that our Outreach Services staff are taking Wii on the road to many of our senior facilities in April and May! Contact our Outreach Services Coordinator to learn more about our programs for Seniors! Dates: Varied, April & May, 2009 Location: Varied Target Audience: Senior Members Only |
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Totally Teen Tuesday Play Bingo, DDR, Guitar Hero, and more, hang out with friends, eat snacks, and win prizes every Tuesday during Summer Reading Club! Video game nights are a techTRENDS event featuring teen Tech Petting Zoos. Date: Tuesday, June 16 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not Required |
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Totally Teen Tuesday Play Bingo, DDR, Guitar Hero, and more, hang out with friends, eat snacks, and win prizes every Tuesday during Summer Reading Club! Video game nights are a techTRENDS event featuring teen Tech Petting Zoos. Date: Tuesday, June 30 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not Required |
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Totally Teen Tuesday Play Bingo, DDR, Guitar Hero, and more, hang out with friends, eat snacks, and win prizes every Tuesday during Summer Reading Club! Video game nights are a techTRENDS event featuring teen Tech Petting Zoos. Date: Tuesday, July 14 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not Required |
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WebKinz Kraze Hang out with other WebKinz lovers, play games and make crafts for your WebKinz. Feel free to bring your own WebKinz! Date: Monday, July 20 Time: 2 - 3:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Required |
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Totally Teen Tuesday Play Bingo, DDR, Guitar Hero, and more, hang out with friends, eat snacks, and win prizes every Tuesday during Summer Reading Club! Video game nights are a techTRENDS event featuring teen Tech Petting Zoos. Date: Tuesday, July 28 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not Required |
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The Hubble Space Telescope Since the early 1990s, the Hubble Space Telescope has transmitted stunning images from outer space. Join us for a presentation of photos and learn something about the spectacular discoveries found by the Hubble. Presented by Dr. Brian Kent of WPAFB. Date: Wednesday, September 9 Time: 10:30 AM - 12 PM Location: Centerville Library Audience: All ages Registration: Not required |
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Intro to Online Social Networking Frightened of Facebook? Leery of LinkedIn? Terrified of Twitter? This introductory workshop introduces you to some of the more popular social networking sites and helps you take the first steps in creating your own profile. Get useful tips and learn the major Do’s and Don’ts of using social networks. Date: Wednesday, September 16 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not required |
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Building a Web Site Need a Web site for your business and don't know how to get started? Learn the elements of a great Web site and the tools you need to do it yourself or how to go about hiring someone for the job. Presented by Mary Johnson of websitehelper.com who specializes in helping small to medium-sized businesses use the Internet and related technologies to market their products and services in today's global economy. Date: Monday, September 28 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not required |
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YouTube Library Commercial Contest Teens -- We want YOU to promote Washington-Centerville Public Library in a YouTube Library Commercial! Tell us why you love the library for your shot at the $120 grand prize. Work alone or in groups of up to five. Rules and Regulations are available at the Youth Services desk at either location and on our Web site. Good luck! Dates: September 14 - October 11, 2009 Ages: Grades 6-12 Registration: No |
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Kid's Tech Petting Zoo Try before you buy! Drop in anytime at our zoo and check out some neat electronic toys and tools just for kids! Check out virtual worlds for kids, iPod gadgets, laptops, gaming, and more! Date: Saturday, October 17 Time: 2 - 4 PM Location: Centerville Library Audience: All ages Registration: Not Required |
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Beyond Point and Shoot Interested in digital photography? Come learn neat tricks from the experts. Presented by Dr. Sally Struthers of Sinclair Community College and the Centerville Arts Commission. Date: Saturday, October 24 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Taking award-winning photographs Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM, Making digital alterations Location: Centerville Library Registration: Required |
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Intro to e-Commerce This workshop will help you understand what e-commerce is and the benefits of using the Internet to buy and sell products and services. Learn about the best sites for buying and selling online, and get a brief introduction on ways to set up your own e-commerce site. Date: Wednesday, November 4 Time: 7 - 8:30 PM Location: Centerville Library Registration: Not required |
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Video Game Tournament Join us for our first ever Video Game Tournament! Compete in two-person matches in Super Smash Bros. Brawl for your chance to win a $50 Game Stop gift card! Runner up prizes will also be awarded. Be sure to wear your game face! Date: Saturday, November 14 Time: 12 PM - 4 PM Special Information: Doors will open at 11:30 AM Location: Centerville Library Ages: Grades 6 - 12 Registration: Required |
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