Tech Tuesday: Helpful Computer Tasks - Feb. 7
Third in our "New Year's Resolution" series for Getting to Know Your Computer. We'll show you some common programs, tips & tricks for the PC user. This is a good class to bring questions to - we'll do our best to answer general, beginner questions.
Call 657-8258 to register, or visit the Reference Desk.
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2nd floor Computer Classroom |
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2:00 to 3:00 pm |
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free |
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Spanish Conversation Group - 1st Tuesday - Feb. 7
Parmly Billings Library is providing a space for a Spanish Conversation group to meet two times a month to talk about … whatever people want to talk about… books, politics, current events, or just to get to know each other.
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Library 2nd floor Large Study |
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5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
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Free |
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Open Lab for Microsoft Word and Excel - Feb. 8
Ready to start doing more with your computer? Want to fill gaps in your knowledge? How about updating word processing or spreadsheet skills? You can do all that during our "Open Lab for Microsoft Word & Excel." Call 657-8258 to register, or visit the Reference Desk. In the open lab, students will utilize Microsoft's own online tutorials using a headset and going at their own pace. Come to one or all four in this series (Wednesdays in February). Hands-on practice is part of the tutorials, and an instructor is available during the lab time.
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2nd Floor Computer Classroom |
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4:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
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FREE |
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Teen Craft - Feb. 9
Teens are invited to make their own Valentine cards. All supplies will be provided. Kids ages 11 to 17 are welcome. Pre-register by calling 657-8258 or stop by the 2nd Floor Reference Desk.
Teen Writing Group - Feb. 14
Join the Library's teen writing group. Young adult writer, Rebecca Gahagan, will host the group. Get feedback on your writing and collaborate with others.
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2nd Floor Large Study |
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5:00 PM to 6:30 PM |
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FREE |
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Lowdown on the Downloads - Feb. 15
Learn MORE about our downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, available through Montana Library 2 Go. This session will focus on Kindles, but we welcome questions about iPods, iPads and other mobile devices as well.
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2nd floor Computer Classroom |
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11:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
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free |
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Cooks with Books! Tasty, Tempting, Hearty: Recipes for Heart Health - Feb. 15
Cooks with Books celebrates cooks and cooking with a Bernie Mason presentation on Heart-Healthy cooking. Learn new recipes and ways to make your old favorites even better. A lively and down-to-earth presenter, Bernie always has something for you to try. Bring something to write on - everyone takes notes at Bernie's programs! Bernie is the Family & Consumer Science arm of Yellowstone/MSUB Extension services.
Open Lab for Microsoft Word and Excel - Feb. 15
Ready to start doing more with your computer? Want to fill gaps in your knowledge? How about updating word processing or spreadsheet skills? You can do all that during our "Open Lab for Microsoft Word & Excel." Call 657-8258 to register, or visit the Reference Desk. In the open lab, students will utilize Microsoft's own online tutorials using a headset and going at their own pace. Come to one or all four in this series (Wednesdays in February). Hands-on practice is part of the tutorials, and an instructor is available during the lab time.
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2nd Floor Computer Classroom |
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4:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
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Cost:
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FREE |
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Turning Page Book Discussion Group - Feb. 15
The Turning Page Book Club meets monthly on the 3rd Wednesday. The Library provides 10 copies of the discussion book from one of the many book club kits available, but anyone who has read the book is welcome to come and discuss with us. Please call 657-8258 for information on the current book up for discussion.
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2nd floor Large Study |
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When:
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07:00 PM to 08:30PM |
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Cost:
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free |
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Spanish Conversation Group - 3rd Saturday - Feb. 18
Parmly Billings Library is providing a space for a Spanish Conversation group to meet two times a month to talk about … whatever people want to talk about… books, politics, current events, or just to get to know each other.
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Library 2nd floor Large Study |
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1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
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free |
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Open Lab for Microsoft Word and Excel - Feb. 22
Ready to start doing more with your computer? Want to fill gaps in your knowledge? How about updating word processing or spreadsheet skills? You can do all that during our "Open Lab for Microsoft Word & Excel." Call 657-8258 to register, or visit the Reference Desk. In the open lab, students will utilize Microsoft's own online tutorials using a headset and going at their own pace. Come to one or all four in this series (Wednesdays in February). Hands-on practice is part of the tutorials, and an instructor is available during the lab time.
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2nd Floor Computer Classroom |
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4:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
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Cost:
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FREE |
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Knitting Group at the Library - Feb. 23
Socialize with other knitters and crafters, share patterns, learn new techniques, discuss literature and films.
Bring your needles and yarn and get ready to mingle. Gatherings take place at 1:00 pm in the Third Floor Broadway Room.
No registration required.
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3rd floor Broadway Room |
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1:00pm - 3:00pm |
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Cost:
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free |
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Cooks with Books! Incredible Edible Book Contest - Feb. 25
Cooks with Books! ends with the Incredible Edible Book Contest. Register at the Reference Desk to enter your edible version of a favorite book or literary reference. Winning categories include: People's Choice; Best Under age 15; Best Over age 15; Punniest; Best Group Entry; and Judges' Discretion Award.
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Where:
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TBA depending on number of entries |
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When:
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1 pm to 3:30 pm |
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Cost:
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Free to viewing public, and free to entrants who must register ahead of time. |
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Open Lab for Microsoft Word and Excel - Feb. 29
Ready to start doing more with your computer? Want to fill gaps in your knowledge? How about updating word processing or spreadsheet skills? You can do all that during our "Open Lab for Microsoft Word & Excel." Call 657-8258 to register, or visit the Reference Desk. In the open lab, students will utilize Microsoft's own online tutorials using a headset and going at their own pace. Come to one or all four in this series (Wednesdays in February). Hands-on practice is part of the tutorials, and an instructor is available during the lab time.
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Where:
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2nd Floor Computer Classroom |
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4:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
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Cost:
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FREE |
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