Audelia Road Branch Library March Activities

MARCH ACTIVITIES

Audelia Road Branch Library
10045 Audelia Rd.
214-670-1350

All Dallas Public Library locations will be closed Sunday, March 23, for Easter.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Stories and activities for ages 3 - 5 and their parents/caregivers.

COMPUTER BASICS: HOW DO I TURN THIS THING ON?
Saturday, March 1, 10:15 a.m.
30-minute hands-on workshop for the novice computer user who seeks basic understanding of computers. Learn about basic computer parts, take a tour of the keyboard and enjoy "mouse-ercizes". Space is limited to four. Reservations may be placed at 214-670-1350.

AUTHORSPEAK
The Dallas Public Library and the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth have joined together to present Authorspeak, a literary series featuring nationally known and bestselling authors. This partnership brings to the metroplex a series with a unique focus unlike any other author series currently offered. These distinguished speakers will open our lives to the world through their extraordinary books.
• Ted Fishman, Thursday, March 6, 6:30 p.m.
• Lectures will begin with a reception at 6 p.m.
• J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, 7th floor.
Ticket Prices: Members of the Council and Library Friends
$20 per speaker
Non-members
$30 per speaker
For tickets or more information please visit: www.dfwworld.org

DASH ONLINE FOR HOMEWORK HELP
Thursday, March 6, 7 p.m.
Children grades 4 and above learn to use this online homework help resource. See the librarian to sign up.

GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, March 6, 11:30 a.m.
Join our discussion group for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren with Belinda Glenn, coordinator of the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program of the City of Dallas. Please call ahead if you are bringing children or require Spanish assistance. For questions, call Belinda Glenn at 214-243-2049.

LIBRARY LIVE! * PUPPET PAL'S STORYTIME WITH SANDY SHROUT
Saturday, March 8, 2 p.m.
Repertoire includes stories that combine fun-loving and time-honored characters and plots.
* LIBRARY LIVE! Chase presents LIBRARY LIVE! Big Thought’s FREE monthly program that offers interactive, culturally diverse performances and workshops for students and families. The program brings literary traditions to life through dance, visual art and music. Check out the educational fun at the branch nearest you! Other sponsors include The Dallas Morning News, City of Dallas, Office of Cultural Affairs, The Constantin Foundation, Target Stores, and Centex Corporation.
ADOPT-A-SHELF TRAINING
Saturday, March 15, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Much like ‘Adopt-A-Highway’ maintenance programs, our Adopt-A-Shelf volunteer program offers volunteers the opportunity to help the Library maintain our stacks. Volunteers will provide shelf reading as well as other much-needed services for the Library collections. Space is limited to 10 participants. Pre-registration as a volunteer is REQUIRED. Please call Dana Brumbelow at 214-670-1350 for additional information.

HISPANIC HERITAGE ART PROGRAM
Monday, March 17, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Children create artwork representing the Hispanic heritage. Works of children ages 7 and above may be entered into the Hispanic Heritage Drawing Contest. Winning works will be displayed at the Dallas Public Library and recognized by the Mexican General Consulate. Materials will be provided.

THE MYSTERY BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, March 18, 6:30 p.m.
March's selection is Heartsick by Chelsea Cain. This is a discussion group, not a book review, and we always welcome new members. RSVPs are not required, but are encouraged. Please RSVP to 214-670-1350.

EDIE'S START
Thursday, March 20, 3:30 p.m.
Edie and friends will participate in a Native American cultural activity.

AUDELIA ROAD BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, March 25, 6:30 p.m.
March's selection is The Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards. This is a discussion group, not a book review, and we always welcome new members. Please RSVP to 214-670-1350.

AARP - FREE INCOME TAX HELP
Tuesdays, 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Please bring your W-2, Form 1099 or any other current tax information to fill in your form and a copy of your previous year’s tax return. AARP will help anyone, if there are no persons age 55+ waiting for tax help.
Sponsored by American Association of Retired Persons.

AFTER-SCHOOL MOVIETIME
Thursdays, March 6, 13 and 27, 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy a different Disney movie every week! All ages welcome.