COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. (Feb. 2010) - The Peabody Public Library would like to present the First Annual Library Teen Idol Competition! This competition mimics the popular television show American Idol. The theme for this year’s competition is Get up and Sing!

The Library Teen Idol Competition will be open for all teenagers between the ages of 13 and 19.

To register for the competition, visit the children’s department, pick up your packet, and get signed up. All registration forms and paperwork must be completed and returned no later than March 15, 2010.

The first call out meeting will take place Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 5 p.m. at the Park Terrace office which is located at 10 Park Terrace Blvd, Columbia City.  All meetings and auditions will take place at the Park Terrace Office for this year’s competition.

The winner of the concert not only gets their name in the library’s newsletter but also will get their chance in the spotlight by performing in the Summer Sounds of the City, Summer Concert Series, presented by the Peabody Public Library.

Get your octaves in tune and your singing voice touched up and Get up and Sing!

For more information, visit the children’s department or call Beth Seaton at 260-244-5541 or email her at beth@peabody.whitleynet.org.

The Peabody Public Library has announced the following events for the month of February:

ADULT PROGRAMS

CC TATTER TOTS
Mondays February 1, 8, 15 & 22
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique.
$13 fee for first time participation only.
Subsequent classes are free.
Registration is required.

BEADING WITH LAURA
Wednesday, February 3
6:00 PM
Create a lanyard from which to hang
keys, name badges, etc.
Contact Laura for pricing information.
Registration is required.

BYO BEADS
Wednesday, February 10
1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
A room will be available for
you to work on your projects.
This is a FREE program.

DARK CITY MOVIE NIGHT
Saturday, February 13 7 PM
This month’s screen gem is
“Scarlet Street” starring
Edward G. Robinson.
Popcorn & soda available.
This is a FREE program.

MODERN/CLASSICS BOOK GROUP
Tuesday, February 16
Noon
This month’s title is
“Three Men in a Boat”
by Jerome K. Jerome.
Walk-ins are always welcome.
This is a FREE program.

JUST THE FACTS BOOK GROUP
Thursday, February 18
6:00 PM
This month’s selection is
“The Boy Who
Harnessed the Wind”
by William Kamkwamba.
Walk-ins are always welcome.
This is a FREE program.

BEST SELLERS BOOK GROUP
Monday, February 22
6:00 PM
This months book is
“The Time Traveler’s Wife”
by Audrey Niffenegger.
Walk-ins are always welcome.
This is a FREE program.

BROWN BAG BEST SELLERS BOOK GROUP
Tuesday, February 23
11:30 AM at Northside Grill
This months book is
“The Time Traveler’s Wife”
by Audrey Niffenegger.
Walk-ins are always welcome.
This is a FREE program.

FRIENDS MOVIE NIGHT
Saturday, February 27
7:00 PM
The movie for the month is
“An Affair to Remember”
starring Cary Grant.
Popcorn & soda available.
This is a FREE program.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Preschool Story Time meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 4:00 PM. Story Time theme for February 2 and 4 is To See or Not To See His Shadow, February 9 and 11 is Hearts-a-Flutter, February 16 and 18 is Teeth, Teeth, Teeth and February 23 and 25 is Lets Make Music. Join us for stories, songs, finger plays and a craft.

Toddler Time meets in the Childrens Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays, February 2, 9, 16 and 23. This easy-going group is designed for parents and their children under age three.

Candle Making – Wednesday, February 10 at 4:00 PM. Looking for a great gift idea for that special Valentine? Come make a unique candle with Kathy. For grades 3 and up. Sign-up requested. Limit of 15 students.

Joni Walker Art Classes – Thursdays, February 11 and 25, at 4:00 PM. Sign up at the Childrens Services Desk, call the Childrens Department, or register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5 and up. Limit of 30 students.

Craft Saturdays – Saturdays, February 13. Come anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM to do a Valentines Day craft. All ages are welcome.

Cooking 101 – Monday, February 15 at 4:00 PM. Kids can learn cooking basics and create tasty treats. This month we will be preparing several different kinds of sandwiches. For grades 3-12. Sign-up requested. Limit of 20 students.

Family Winter Reading Program – Register your family for this years Winter Reading Reading Wonderland. Each week one family will win a prize basket by reporting the amount of books the family has read that week. The Family Winter Reading program ends February 27.

Young Adult Winter Reading Program – Middle school and high school students will have their own Winter Reading Program this year. Each week they can register to win a prize basket by reporting the amount of books they have read that week. The Young Adult Winter Reading Program ends February 27.

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The Peabody Public Library has announced the following events for January 2010:

The Peabody Public Library will reopen after the New Year at 9:00 AM on Saturday, January 2.

ADULT DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS

BEADING CLASS – Wednesday, January 6 6 PM A simple beaded bangle using memory wire. Price TBA.  Registration is required.

QUILTING WITH CHLOE – Thursdays, January 7, 14, 21 & 28 3-6 PM. Supply list is available at circulation desk or a kit may be purchased for $10. Registration is required.

Dark City Movie Night - Saturday, January 9 7 PM. This month’s film is “The Lady From Shanghai” starring Rita Hayworth. Popcorn & soda will be available. This is a FREE program.

CC TATTER TOTS – Mondays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25 5:30 PM. Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique $11 fee for first time participation only. Registration required.

MODERN/CLASSICS BOOK GROUP – Tuesday, January 19 Noon. This month’s title is “Forrest Gump” by Winston Groom.  Walk-ins are always welcome.  This is a FREE program.

JUST THE FACTS BOOK GROUP – Thursday, January 21 6 PM. This month’s selection is “Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man” by Steve Harvey.  Walk-ins are always welcome.  This is a FREE program.

BEST SELLERS READERS BOOK GROUP – Monday, January 25 5:30-7:30 PM. This month’s book is “My Sister’s keeper” by Jodi Picoult.  Walk-ins are always welcome.  This is a FREE program.

BROWN BAG BEST SELLERS BOOK GROUP – Tuesday, January 26 12:10 PM. This month’s book is “My Sister’s keeper” by Jodi Picoult.  Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

FRIENDS MOVIE NIGHT – Saturday, January 30 7 PM. The movie for the month is “Whale Rider”.  Popcorn & soda will be available.  This is a FREE program.

 CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS

 Preschool Story Time meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 4:00 PM.  Story Time theme for January 5 and 7 is Waddling with Penguins, January 12 and 14 is Let’s Make A Snowmen, January19 and 21 is Getting Ready for the Olympics and January 26 and 28 is Hopping Frogs.  Join us for stories, songs, finger plays and a craft. 

Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19 and 26.  This easy-going group is designed for parents and their children under age three.

Joni Walker Art Classes  – Thursdays, January14 and 28, at 4:00 PM. Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register online.  Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials.  Ages 5 and up.   Limit of 30 students.

Craft Saturdays  – Saturdays, January 9.  Come anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM to do a snowflake craft. All ages are welcome.

 Cooking 101 – Monday, January 11 at 4:00 PM. Kids can learn cooking basics and create tasty treats. This month we will be preparing several different kinds of salads.  For grades 3-12. Sign-up requested.  Limit of 20 students.

Shrinky Dink Fun – Wednesday, January 13. Create your own Shrinky Dink designs or we will have different stencils to draw, color your design with colored pencils and then watch them shrink! 4:00 PM for grades K-3 and at 5:00 PM for grades 4 and up.   Sign-up requested. Limit of 15 per class.

 Winter Reading Begins January 17 – Register your family for this year’s Winter Reading “Reading Wonderland.” This year’s program will last six weeks and we will be giving away a different prize basket each week to one family who reports the amount of books they read. 

 Young Adult Winter Reading Program -  Middle school and high school students will have their own Winter Reading Program this year.  Each week they can register to win a prize basket by reporting the amount of books they have read that week. The Young Adult Winter Reading Program runs January 17 through February 27.

COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. - October classes for the Peabody Public Library, S.R. 205, Columbia City, are listed below.

ADULTS

Tatting with Laura Bobay Mondays, October 5, 12, 19, & 26 5:30 PM Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique. $11 fee for first time only. Registration required.

Basic Computers Class Tuesday, October 6 2 PM This class is for the complete novice. We will learn parts of the computer, how to use the mouse and have fun learning. Space limited to 10. You MUST register for this class. This is a FREE class.

Tai Chi for Beginners Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21 & 28 6 PM Nancy Zummack teaches the basics of this relaxing fitness regimen. This is a FREE program.

Beading Class Wednesday, October 7 6 PM Various beading techniques used in making jewelry are presented. This month's product is a zig-zag weave bracelet. Contact Laura for class cost.

Quilting with Chloe Thursdays, October 8 & 22 5:30 PM A supply list is available at the circulation desk or a kit may be purchased for $10. Registration is required.

Dark City Movie Night Saturday, October 10 7 PM John Huston's "The Asphalt Jungle" will be shown. This movie features Sterling Hayden, Jean Hagen, Sam Jaffe and Marilyn Monroe. This is a FREE program.

BYOBeads Wednesday, October 14 1-8 PM Enjoy the company of other people who have caught the beading bug! Stop in any time. An instructor will be available to assist if you have questions. This is a FREE program.

Just the Facts Book Club Thursday, October 15 5:30 PM This month's selection is "The Sex Lives of Cannibals" by J. Maarten Troost. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

Modern/Classics Book Club Tuesday, October 20 Noon This month's selection is "Our Hearts were Young and Gay" by Cornelia Otis Skinner. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

Best Sellers Readers Book Club Monday, October 26 6 PM This month's selection is "The Plague of Doves" by Louise Erdrich. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

Brown Bag Best Sellers Tuesday, October 27 12:10 PM This month's selection is "The Plague of Doves" by Louise Erdrich. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

What are all those extra keys on my computer keyboard? Tuesday, October 27 2 PM Learn some keyboard shortcuts and find out what all those confusing F1, F2... keys are all about. Space limited to 10. You must register for this class. This is a FREE class.

Rocky Horror Picture Show Friday, October 30 Doors open at 11 PM Let's Do The Time Warp Again! Come and sing with Frankenfurter, Brad and Janet! Dress in costume or come as you are. Feel free to bring props. If you have never been to a midnight showing, you are in for a treat. Popcorn & soda available. This is a FREE program.

Friends' Movie Night Saturday, October 31 7 PM This month's movie is "Nobody's Fool" starring Paul Newman.

CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT

Play Dates are Friday, October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, at 10:30 AM Parents and kids are invited to come and meet up with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys the kids will enjoy.

Preschool Story Time meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursday at 4:00 PM. Story Time theme for October 1 is Ducks Go Quack, October 6 and 8 is Here Come the Fire Trucks!, October 13 and 15 is Leaves and Apples on the Trees, October 20 and 22 is Fun in the Pumpkin Patch and October 27 and 29 is Trick or Treat on Halloween. Join us for stories, songs, finger plays and a craft.

Toddler Time meets in the Children's Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, October 6, 13, 20 and 27. This easy-going group is designed for parents and their children under age three.

Basic Photography with Jennifer - Tuesday, October 6 at 4:30 PM or Wednesday, October 7 at 4:30 PM. Learn basic photography with Jennifer Zartman-Romano. Take pictures of the fall foliage. For ages 5-12 year olds. Sign-up requested. Limit 11 students per class.

Joni Walker Art Classes - Thursdays, October 8 and 22, at 4:00 PM. Sign up at the Children's Services Desk, call the Children's Department, or register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5 and up. Limit 30 students.

Cooking 101 - Monday, October 12 at 4:30 PM. Kids can learn cooking basics and create tasty treats. This month we will be preparing several different flavors of Smoothies. For grades 3-12. Sign-up requested. Limit 20 students.

Book Buddies Year 2 - Wednesday, October 14 from 4:00 PM until 5:00. For information, contact the Peabody Public Library Children's Department.

Craft Saturday - Saturday, October 10. Create an awesome pumpkin from a roll of toilet paper. Free craft. Come anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM. All ages are welcome.

Going Bats - Tuesday, October 27 at 4:30 PM. Ann and Bob Walton will speak about their work with injured and displaced bats. All ages welcome.

Our Heroes' Tree - Wednesday, October 28 from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM. As a way to honor friends and family members who have served in the military, we will be creating a heroes' tree. Children and adults are invited to bring in a picture of a friend or family member currently serving or who has served in any branch of the military and create an ornament to hang on our heroes' tree. We will also be collecting snack items to send to the troops. All ages welcome.

Halloween Fun - Saturday October 31 from 10 AM until 4:00 PM. Games, puzzles, crafts, and other fun stuff.

Balloon animals by Christie from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Join us in the Children's Department for Halloween Fun. Remember to wear a costume!

COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. – (Sept. 2009) Peabody Public Library has posted the following class schedule for  September.

Peabody Public Library will be closed Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day.
Peabody Public Library will be closed Friday, Sept. 11 for staff training.

ADULT DEPARTMENT

BEADING CLASS
Wednesday, September 2, 6-8 PM
This month’s project is a chunky button bracelet BYO or buy a kit. Price TBA. Sign up is required.

A MAN NAMED CHARLES SCHULZ
Saturday, September 5, 5 PM
Dr. Conrad Lane explores the life and art of Charles Schulz, the creator of the beloved comic strip, “Peanuts”. This is a FREE program.

BASIC COMPUTER CLASS
Tuesday, September 9, 2-4 PM
This class is for the complete novice. We will learn parts of the computer, how to use the mouse and  have fun learning. Space limited to 10. You MUST register for this class. This is a FREE program.

BYO BEADS
Wednesday, September 9, 1-8 PM
Enjoy the company of other people who have caught the beading bug! Stop in any time. An instructor will be available to assist if you have questions. This is a FREE program.

QUILTING WITH CHLOE
Thursday, September 9, 5:30 * 8 PM
Supply list is available at circulation desk or a kit may be purchased for $10. Registration is required.

DARK CITY MOVIE NIGHT
Saturday, September 12, 7 PM
The new season starts out in a big way with Orson Welles in “Touch of Evil”. This is a FREE program.

ONE STROKE PAINTING
Monday, September 14, 1 PM
This month’s project is a tin bucket. Cost $20, you must register for this class.

NEEDLE TATTING
Monday, September 14 5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique $11 fee for first time participation only. Registration required.

MODERN/CLASSICS BOOK GROUP
Tuesday, September 15 Noon
“Housekeeping” by Marilynne Robinson is this month’s selection. This is a FREE program.

BASIC FREE E-MAIL
Tuesday, September 15, 2-4 PM
We will be creating your own e-mail address using Gmail. Learn how to read, compose, forward and reply to e-mails. Space limited to 10. You MUST be able to use the mouse. Registration is required. This is a FREE program.

TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY
Thursday, September 17, 11 AM – 5 PM
Ahoy, mateys! Join the PPL crew for our annual pirate fest. I Spy, games, best pirate costume contest, grog,  booty, and more fun than you can shake a yardarm at!

JUST THE FACTS BOOK GROUP
Thursday, September 17, 5:30 PM
“Devil in the White City” by Erik Larsen is this month’s selection. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

FRIENDS’ MOVIE NIGHT
Saturday, September 19, 7 PM
This month’s movie is “The Soloist” Starring Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey, Jr. A Los Angeles journalist befriends a  homeless Julliard trained musician,  while looking for a new article for the paper. This is a FREE program.

NEEDLE TATTING
Monday, September 21 5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique $11 fee for first time participation only. Registration required.

QUILTING WITH CHLOE
Thursday, September 24, 5:30 * 8 PM
Supply list is available at circulation desk or a kit may be purchased for $10.  Registration is required.

ONE STROKE PAINTING
Thursday, September 24, 6:30 PM
The project will be a ceramic planter. Cost $25, you must register for this class.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. PEABODY! GALA
September 26 – At the Eagles’ Nest in Columbia City.

NEEDLE TATTING
Monday, September 28 5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique $11 fee for first time participation only. Registration required.

BEST SELLERS READERS BOOK GROUP
Monday, September 28, 6 PM
This month’s selection is “Hidden in Plain View” by  Jacqueline Tobin. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

BROWN BAG BESTSELLERS BOOK GROUP
Tuesday, September 29, 12:10 PM
This month’s selection is “Hidden in Plain View” by  Jacqueline Tobin. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

TUNE UP AND TROUBLESHOOT YOUR COMPUTER
Tuesday, September 29, 2-4 PM
Learn several ways to make your computer faster and safer.  Space limited to 10, you MUST register for this class. This is a FREE program.
CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT

Play Dates are Friday, September 4, 18, and 25, at 10:30 AM for parents and kids
to come meet up with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys the
kids will enjoy.

Preschool Story Time meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursday at 4:00 PM.
Story Time theme for September 1 and 3 is Sheep * Baaa!, September 8 and 10 Pigs
- Oinkers, September 15 and 17 is Pirates * Arrrh!, September 22 and 24 is
Chickens – Cluckers and September 29 and October 1 is Ducks – Quackers. Join us
for stories, songs, finger plays and a craft.

Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesday,
September 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. This easy-going group is designed for mothers
and their children under age three.

Grandparent’s Tea – Tuesday, September 8 at 4:30 PM until 6:30 PM. Come enjoy
tea, cookies, & punch. Grandparents are encouraged to bring items, pictures,
and stories from their childhood. All ages welcome to bring their grandparents
or other special adults. Sign-up requested.

Joni Walker Art Classes – Thursdays, September 10 and 24, at 4:00 PM. Sign up
at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register
online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5
and up. Limit 30 students.

Sidewalk Chalk – Whitley County Art Festival. Reserve your square for the chalk
walk Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 until 1:00. The theme this year is the
history of Whitley County. Prizes will be given out to the best chalk portrayal
of the history of Whitley County.

Book Buddies Year 2 – Wednesday, September 16 from 4:00 PM until 5:00. For
information, contact the Peabody Public Library Children’s Department.

International Talk Like a Pirate Day – Thursday, September 17 from 11:00 AM
until 5:00 PM. Walk the plank to get to the treasure. What a treat! Aaaarrrhhh,
Matey! Best pirate costume contest, I spy wetlands, steel drum music, pirate
games, puzzles, crafts, fun, prizes, cake, and grog!

Craft Saturday – Saturday, September 19. Create a cute owl from a paper bag.
Free craft. Come anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM. All ages are welcome.

Bleach Dye Fun – Wednesday, September 23 at 4:00 PM. Similar to tie dye – with
bleach! Join us in creating your own unique t-shirt using bleach pens and spray
bleach. Bring your own bright colored t-shirt. Grades 3 and up. Sign up in
the children’s department or on-line.

When you absolutely positively have to know, ask a librarian.       – John Ellison

CHURUBUSCO, Ind. – Don’t miss the excitement Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, when officials from the Fort Wayne’s Children Zoo will be present at the Churubusco Public Library to share several of their animals with visitors.

The event will take place at 10 a.m. at the library at 116 Mulberry Street, Churubusco.

There is still plenty of time to catch a summer library band concert.

Churubusco Public Library

The Dixielanders will perform at the library on Friday, Aug. 7, from 7-8 p.m. The concert is held rain or shine. If the weather is nice, visitors are asked to bring lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on the lawn.

The Senophaxas will perform at the Churubusco Community Park during the Annual Chamber Picnic in the Park & Merchants vs Firemen Softball Game Saturday, Aug. 22 from 4-6 p.m.

The library’s summer concert series was made possible by a grant from the Whitley County Community Foundation.

For more information on any event call the library at 260-693-6466.

Peabody Public Library lists classes for August

Following are the classes being held at the PEabody Public Library, S.R. 205, Columbia CIty:

PPL ADULT DEPARTMENT

Needle Tatting
Monday, August 3
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration is required.

T-Shirt Transfers With Microsoft Publisher
Tuesday, August 4
2-4 PM
Learn how to use Microsoft Publisher to design and
print your own iron-on transfers. The class is free
but sign up is required and limited to 10.

Button Necklace with a Twist
Wednesday, August 5 6-8 PM
Bring your own buttons, wire and chain or get the kit.
A supply list can be picked up at the Circulation Desk
when you register for this class.

Summer Sounds of the City
Saturday, August 8
6:00 PM
Join us on the courthouse square for the
jazz sounds of Catbox. This is a free program.

Needle Tatting
Monday, August 10
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration required.

Basic Computers
Tuesday, August 11
2-4 PM
This class is for the complete novice. We will learn parts
of the computer, how to use the mouse and
have fun learning. You MUST register for this class.

BYOBeads
Wednesday, August 12
1-8 PM
Enjoy the company of other people who have
caught the beading bug! Stop in any time. An
instructor will be available to assist if you have questions.
No registration is required.

One Stroke Painting
Wednesday, August 12
6-8 PM
A painting on canvas is the today’s project.
Cost of this class is $35.

Quilting with Chloe
Thursday, August 13
5:30 * 8 PM
Supply list is available at circulation desk or
A kit may be purchased for $10. Registration
Is required.

Needle Tatting
Monday, August 17
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique.
$11 fee for first time participation only.
Registration is required.

Modern/Classics Book Club
Tuesday, August 18
Noon
This month’s selection is “Airport” by
Arthur Hailey. This is a free program.

Basic Microsoft Word
Tuesday, August 18
2-4 PM
Learn how to use this popular word processing
program. You MUST be able to use the mouse.
Registration is required.

One Stroke Painting
Saturday, August 19 5 PM
A decorated salad oil bottle is the project for today.
Cost of this class is $25.00 and
registration is required.

Just the Facts Book Club
Thursday, August 20
5:30 PM
This month’s selection is “The Sweet
Potato Queens’ Book of Love”. This
is a free program.

Summer Sounds of the City
Saturday, August 22
6:00 PM
Rock to the sounds of the 1960s and
1970s with Deuce on the courthouse
square. This is a free program.

Needle Tatting
Monday, August 24
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique.
$11 fee for first time participation only.
Registration is required.

Brown Bag Best Sellers
Tuesday, August 25
12:10 PM
This month’s selection is “Crocodile on the Sandbank”
by Elizabeth Peters. This is a free program.

PowerPoint Presentations
Tuesday, August 25
3-4 PM
Learn how to produce a PowerPoint slide show.
You MUST be able to use the mouse and have
a working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
Space is limited to 10 participants.
You must register for this class.

Quilting with Chloe
Thursday, August 27
5:30 * 8 PM
A supply list is available at the circulation desk
or a kit may be purchased for $10.
Registration is required.

Needle Tatting
Monday, August 31
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique.
$11 fee for first time participation only.
Registration is required.

Best Sellers Readers Book Club
Monday, August 31
6 PM
This month’s selection is “Crocodile on the Sandbank”
by Elizabeth Peters. This is a free program.

CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT

Craft Saturday, August 8 — Come enjoy creating a garden of weavin’. Make a big,
bold sunflower made with yarn and paper plates. Fun for all ages. Free craft.
Come anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM. All ages are welcome.

Racing Back to School, Tuesday, August 11 — 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Race
back to school by competing in unique relay races. Learn cup stacking, book
stacking, and other relay races. All students Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Preschool Story Time meets at Tuesday, August 25, at 10:30 AM and Thursday,
August 27, at 4:00 PM. Story Time theme for August 25 and 27 is Moo-Who.

Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesday August 25. This easy-going group is designed for mothers and their children under age three.

Play Date is Friday, August 28, at 10:30 AM for parents and kids to come meet up with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys the kids will enjoy.

Joni Walker Art Classes -  Thursdays, August 13 and August 27 at 4:00 PM. Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5
and up. Limit 30 students.

For more information on any program, call  PPL at (260)244-5541.

COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. – Peabody Public Library, S.R. 205 in Columbia City, will offer the following classes in July:

SUMMER SOUNDS OF THE CITY

Saturday, July 11
6:00 PM
Bootleg in concert
at the Courthouse gazebo.
Bring your lawnchairs!
Refreshments will be available.
In case of rain, the concert
will be cancelled.
This is a free program.

Saturday, July 25
6:00 PM
Stardust Dance Band
in concert at the
Courthouse gazebo.
Bring your lawnchairs!
Refreshments will be available.
In case of rain, the concert
will be cancelled.
This is a free program.

ADULT DEPARTMENT

The History of Beading
Monday, July 6 2-4 PM
A journey through time highlighting the importance
of beads in history. A multimedia presentation
by Laura Hull.

Needle Tatting
Monday, July 6 5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration required.

BYOBeads
Wednesday, July 8 1-8 PM
Enjoy the company of other people who have
caught the beading bug! Stop in any time. An
instructor will be available to assist if you have questions.

One Stroke Painting
Wednesday, July 8 6-8 PM
Use your skills to create a painted metal tub.
Cost for this class is $30.00.

Teen Gaming
Friday, July 10 4-6 PM
Gaming is back! Enjoy Super Smash Brothers,
Rock Band and more.

Needle Tatting
Monday, July 13 5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration required.

Tai Chi for Adults
Wednesday, July 15 4:30 PM
The Fort Wayne Dance Collective presents a
class of beginning tai chi for relaxation and health.

One Stroke Painting
Wednesday, July 15 7-9 PM
A glass vase decorated with wild flowers is
today’s project.
Cost of this class is $25.00.

Just the Facts Book Club
Thursday, July 16 5:30 PM
This month’s selection is
“Escape” by Carolyn Jessop.

Quilting With Chloe
Thursday, July 16 6-8 PM
A supply list for the current project will be available
at the Circulation Desk, or a kit for $10.00 at the class.

Teen Gaming
Friday, July 17 4-6 PM
Gaming is back! Enjoy Super Smash Brothers,
Rock Band, Halo III and more.

Needle Tatting
Monday, July 20 5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration required.

Modern/Classics Book Club
Tuesday, July 21 Noon
This month’s selection is
“The Egg and I” by Betty MacDonald.
This is the inspiration for the Ma and Pa Kettle
movies of the 1940s and 1950s.
Computer Class
Basic Photo Editing
Wednesday, July 22 2-4 PM
Sarah Brenneman shows you how to edit
and print your digital photos using
free online software. Class size is limited.
Registration begins July 14th

Teen Gaming
Friday, July 24 4-6 PM
Gaming is back! Enjoy Super Smash Brothers,
Rock Band, Halo III and more.

Needle Tatting
Monday, July 27 5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration required.

Best Sellers Readers Book Club
Monday, July 27 6 PM
This month’s selection is “Cell”,
a spooky bestseller by Stephen King.
Leave your phone at home.

Brown Bag Best Sellers
Tuesday, July 28 12:10 PM
This month’s selection is “Cell”,
a spooky bestseller by Stephen King.
Leave your phone at home.

Economic Food Decisions
Wednesday, July 29 2-4 PM
Nutritionist Nancy Zummack discusses how
to eat healthy in lean economic times and still
retain a fat wallet.

Quilting With Chloe
Thursday, July 30 5:30 PM
A supply list for the current project will be available
at the Circulation Desk, or a kit for $10.00 at the class.

End of Summer Reading
Friday, July 31 1-6 PM
Bring the kids and enjoy hot dogs, chips,
games and all around fun.

CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT

Summer Reading Club - June 8 through July 31. Be Creative @ Your
Library with Gardening, Music, Painting, Sculpting, Jewelry, Dance,
Photography, and Food. For more details contact Peabody Public Library
(260)244-5541 or check online http://ppl.lib.in.us

Creative Adventures Story Times – Tuesdays @ 10:30 AM. Stories for the
younger children (7 & younger). Every Tuesday. Community readers share
their favorite books with the children followed by a creative snack.

Crafty Creations Thursdays – Thursdays between 10:00 AM & 4:00 PM.
Come show us your creative talents by making a craft with us. One craft
for ages 7 and younger and one for ages 8 and above.

Creative Play Date – Fridays @ 10:30 AM Ages 18 months & up. Play
Date is an informal, parent-supervised hour, a chance to get out of the
house and meet with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys
your kids don’t see everyday.

Tween Gaming – Fridays at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Ages 8 – 12. Limit 20.
Sign-up requested. Bring your friends for some friendly gaming with
board games and Wii.

Balloons with Christie – Wednesday, July 1 @ 1 PM and 2 PM. Two
Classes. Ages 7 & up. (7 & 8 year olds attend with parent). Limit 20.
Learn from the expert balloon sculpture Christie how to make animals,
flowers and hats from balloons.

Joni Walker Summer Art Camp – July 6, 8, 9, & 10. Ages 6 & up. $10.00
per student.
Limit 20 students. Register at the circulation desk. Session 1:
9:15 AM – 10:30 AM or Session 2: 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Beading Lanterns – Wednesday, July 8. Students grades 1st – 3rd @ 1:00
PM. Students grades 4th – 8th @ 2:30 PM. Students grades 1st – 8th @
4:00 PM. Limit 15 students per session. Registration requested.
Create a wonderful lantern to light the night from a canning jar with
Kathy.

Fort Wayne Dance Collective – Monday, July 13. Ages 5-8 (with parents)
from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Ages 9-12 (with parents) from 2:30 PM – 3:00
PM. Limit 20 per session. Sign-up requested. Learn creative movement
with the Fort Wayne Dance Collective.

Ceramic Painting with Steve – Wednesday July 15 @ 10:30 AM. Ages 5 and
up. Sign-up requested. Paint a ceramic ornament or magnet with the help
of Steve Hull.

Basic Photography with Jennifer - Monday, July 20 @ 10:30 AM and 2:00
PM. Ages 5 -12 years. Limit 10. Sign-up Requested. Learn basic
photography with Jennifer with an exhibit on Friday.

Decorating Fun with Frosting – Monday, July 27 @ 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM
Ages 6 and up. Limit 25. Sign-up requested. Learn creative cupcake
decorating. Create a cupcake masterpiece that might be too pretty to
eat!

Ronald McDonald – Friday, July 31 @ 11:00 AM. All ages.

End of Summer Reading Club Party! - Friday, July 31 from Noon – 3:00 PM. All ages. Food. Games. Face painting. Balloon animals. Fun!

Following are the June events at  Peabody Public Library in Columbia City. To register call Peabody Public Library at (260)244-5541 or check online at http://ppl.lib.in.us.

ADULT DEPARTMENT

NEEDLE TATTING

• Monday, June 1, 5:30 p.m. and Monday, June 29, 5:30 p.m. Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique. There is an $11 fee for first time participation only. Registration requested.

COMPUTER CLASSES

• Tuesday, June 2, 2-4 p.m. Learn the basics of Microsoft Publisher. You must be able to use the mouse  and have a working knowledge of  Microsoft Word.  All computer classes are free, but registration is required.
• Open Office – Tuesday, June 9, 2-4 p.m.  Learn the basics of Open Office,  a system of free, downloadable software. Use as a word processing  program, spreadsheet and more. Participants must be able to use the mouse.
• Beginning Computers – Tuesday, June 16, 2-4 p.m. This is a class for the complete beginner. We will learn parts of the computer, how to use the mouse and some basic rules for computing and the Internet.
• Basic Free E-mail, Tuesday, June 23, 2-4 p.m. Learn how to set up a free e-mail account, compose, send and read e-mails and some etiquette, some warnings and some fun. Must be able to use the mouse.
• Buying and Selling on E-bay – Tuesday, June 30, 2-4 p.m. Learn the ins and outs of this
  popular online auction site. Free, but registration required.

BEADING CLASS – Wednesday, June 3, 6-8 p.m. Create a daisy chain necklace with Robin Lahrman. Cost of the kit is $5. Registration is requested.

BYO BEADS – Wednesday, June 10, 1-8 p.m. Enjoy the company of other people who have  caught the beading bug! Stop in any time. An instructor will be available to assist if you have questions. This is a free program.

ONE STROKE PAINTING CLASSES

• Saturday, June 6, 2-4 p.m. Paint terra cotta pots with Marcia Cole. Cost of the class is $20.  Registration required.
• Wednesday, June 10, 6-8 p.m. A lovely tulip-themed glass bowl is this week’s project. Cost is $20. Registration required.
• Tuesday, June 23, at 6 p.m. create a painted tote bag with Marcia Cole. Cost is $30. Registration required.

TEEN GAMING – Friday, June 12, 4-6 p.m.; Friday, June 19, 4-6 p.m. Open gaming for young adults ages 13 through 19. This is a free program.

MODERN/CLASSICS BOOK GROUP – Tuesday, June 16, noon. This month’s selection is “The Wall” by Mary Roberts Rinehart. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a free program.

THE WOOLEVERS – Wednesday, June 17, 2-4 p.m. Music and instruments, hands on, with The Woolevers. All ages are welcome. This is a free program.

JUST THE FACTS BOOK GROUP – Thursday, June 18, 5:30 p.m. This month’s selection is “In the Heart of the Sea” by Nathaniel Philbrick. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a free  program.

FRIENDS’ BOOK SALE - Friday, June 26, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Saturday, June 27, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Escape the heat and uptown crowds by browsing the aisles in our downstairs community room. All proceeds help support the library.

BEST SELLERS BOOK GROUP – Monday, June 29, and Tuesday, June 30, at 6 p.m. – This month’s selection is “A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Hosseini. Walk-ins are always welcome.

CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT

Summer Reading Club – June 8 through July 31. Be Creative @ Your Library with Gardening, Music, Painting, Sculpting, Jewelry, Dance, Photography, and Food. For more details contact Peabody Public Library (260)244-5541 or check online http://ppl.lib.in.us.

Creative Adventures Story Times – Tuesdays @ 10:30 a.m. Stories for the younger children (7 & younger) every Tuesday. Community readers share their favorite books with the children followed by a creative snack.

Crafty Creations Thursdays – Thursdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.  Come show us your creative talents by making a craft with us. One craft for ages 7 and younger and one for ages 8 and above.

Creative Play Date – Fridays @ 10:30 AM Ages 18 months & up. Play Date is an informal, parent-supervised hour, a chance to get out of the house and meet with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys your kids don’t see everyday.

Tween Gaming – Fridays at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Ages 8 – 12. Limit 20. Sign-up requested. Bring your friends for some friendly gaming with board games and Wii.

Edible Plants with Jenny – Monday, June 8 @ 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 & up
(attend with parent). Limit 20. Sign-up requested. Master Gardener
Jenny Heffelfinger will introduce the children to edible plants and they
will be planting a few to take home with them.

Butterflies in the Garden – Wednesday, June 10 @ 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 & up (attend with parent). Limit 20. Sign-up requested. Master Gardener Janis Klopfenstein and the children will talk about butterflies in the garden and will be planting a plant to take home with them that attracts butterflies.

Jamming with the Boys! – Monday, June 15 @ 2:00 PM. Tommy Seaton and friends will jam with their drums and guitars and invite audience members to join along.

Music & Instruments: Hands on with the Woolevers – Wednesday, June 17 from 2-4 p.m. All ages. Join the Woolevers for great music and hands-on participation.

Silly Safari’s – Monday, June 22 @ 10:00 AM. All ages. Join the guys from Silly Safari along with their assortment of animals, reptiles, birds and bugs as they teach about the natural world around us.

Painting with Marcia Cole – Wednesday, June 24. Ages 5-7 (with parent) will be painting visors @ 10 a.m. and ages 8 -12 (with parent) at 2 p.m. will be painting bucket hats – Limit 10 students per session. Sign-up requested.

Origami with Jeffrey – Monday, June 29 @ 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 -12. Limit 20. Sign-up requested. Jeffery will teach children how to create many 3-dimensional objects out of paper.

Bubble Lady – Alice Stickler – Monday, June 29, 2 p.m. All ages. The amazing Bubble Lady will astound her audience with feats of light-weight elasticity. The children will be able to experiment with blowing bubbles. Come be the one she puts in a bubble!

Balloons with Christie – Wednesday, July 1, 2 p.m. Ages 7 & up. (7- and 8-year-olds attend with parent). Limit 20. Learn from the expert balloon sculpture Christie how to make animals, flowers and hats from balloons.

Joni Walker Summer Art Camp – July 6, 8, 9, and 10. Ages 6 & up. $10 per student. Limit 20 students. Register at the circulation desk. Session 1:  9:15 -10:30 a.m. or session 2: 10:30-11:45 a.m.

Beading Lanterns – Wednesday, July 8. Students in grades 1st – 3rd at 1 p.m. Students grades 4th – 8th at 2:30 p.m. Limit 15 students per session. Registration requested. Create a wonderful lantern to light the night from a canning jar with Kathy.

Fort Wayne Dance Collective – Monday, July 13. Ages 5-8 (with parents) from 2-2:30 p.m. Ages 9-12 (with parents) from 2:30-3 p.m. Limit 20 per session. Sign-up requested. Learn creative movement with the Fort Wayne Dance Collective.

Basic Photography with Jennifer – Monday, July 20, 10:30 a.m. Ages 5-12 years.  Limit 10. Sign-up Requested. Learn basic photography with Jennifer with an exhibit on Friday.

Decorating Fun with Frosting – Monday, July 27, 10:30 a.m. Ages 6 and up. Limit 25. Sign-up requested. Learn creative cupcake decorating.  Create a cupcake masterpiece that might be too pretty to eat!

Ronald McDonald – Friday, July 31, 11 a.m. All ages welcome.

End of Summer Reading Club Party – Friday, July 31, noon-3 p.m. All ages welcome. Food, games, face painting, balloon animals and lots of fun!

Peabody Public Library will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

Peabody Public Library will be closed on Sundays beginning May 31, and will reopen on Sundays beginning Sept. 13.

To register for programs, stop by the circulation desk , call (260)244-5541, or visit the PPL Web site at ppl.lib.in.us.

ADULTS

COLUMBIA CITY TATTER TOTS – Mondays, May 18, 5:30 p.m. Learn how to make beautiful lace projects  using needle tatting techniques. First-time  attendance fee is $11. Registration is required.

BUS TRIP TO THE INDIANA STATE LIBRARY – Wed., May 6, 7 a.m. Travel by bus to take a tour of the Indiana State Library in Indianapolis. Visit the Genealogy Center and take an architectural and materials tour. Cost is $30 per person. Registration is required.

BEADING CLASS – Wed., May 6, 6 p.m. Make a three-strand necklace using crimps to space groups of beads in what may appear as a random  patter along the strands of beading wire.  Pick up a supplies list, or purchase a kit – cost to be determined. Registration is required.

QUILTING BASICS – Thursdays, May 7 & 14, 6 p.m.  Quilt a pillow with Chloe Reynolds using the promise stitch. This class will take place over the course of two weeks.  Cost of kit is to be determined. Registration is required.

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP – Saturday, May 9, 9 a.m.  Nature photographer Wayne Pope will teach the basics of quality nature photography, followed by a hands-on session in our wetlands area. Registration is required. This is a free program.

DARK CITY MOVIE NIGHT – Saturday, May 9, 7 p.m.  Charles McGraw and Marie Windsor star in “The Narrow Margin”, an excellent noir set on a train. Soda and popcorn will be available. This is a free program.

RESUME WRITING WORKSHOP – Tuesday, May 12, 2 p.m. Learn the do’s and don’ts of resume writing. This is also and excellent
opportunity to polish your current resume. Registration is required. This is a free program.

PAYING FOR EDUCATION – Tuesday, May 12, 5:30 p.m..  A seminar from Edward Jones dealing with today’s strategies to save for tomorrow’s education. This is a free program.

BYO BEADS – Wednesday, May 13, 1-8 p.m. Use this time to catch up on projects that you started but haven’t gotten around to finishing. An instructor will be available  for assistance. This is a free program.

ONE STROKE PAINTING- Wednesday, May 13, 1 p.m.  Apply the Donna Dewberry method  of painting to 2 placemats. If you  supply your own placemats the cost is $10.00, or placemats will be provided for you for a total cost of $15. Registration is required.

MODERN/CLASSICS BOOK GROUP – Tuesday, May 19, noon. “The Uncommon Reader” by Alan Bennett is the selection for May. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a free program.

BEGINNING INTERNET – Tuesday, May 19, 2 p.m.  vLearn about search engines, browsers, web addresses and more. You MUST be able to use the mouse. Registration is required. This is a free program.

JUST THE FACTS BOOK GROUP – Thursday, May 22, 6 p.m. We will be discussing “Mortal Danger” by Ann Rule. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a free program.

ONE STROKE PAINTING- Saturday, May 23, 2 p.m. Paint a “Welcome” sign with Marcia Cole. Cost of this project is $25.00. Registration is required.

BROWNBAG BESTSELLER BOOK GROUP – Tuesday, May 26, 12:10 p.m.  This month’s selection is “Roma” by Steven Saylor. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a free program.

MYSPACE, FACEBOOK AND OTHER SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES – Tuesday, May 26, 2 p.m. Learn how to set up a homepage in several of the social networking sites. Registration is required. This is a free program.

FRIENDS’ MOVIE NIGHT – Saturday, May 30, 7 p.m. Join us for “The Patriot” starring Mel Gibson. Popcorn and soda will be available. This is a free program.

CHILDREN

Preschool Story Times meet at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 p.m. Story Time themes for May are: May Days, Ready for Summer.

Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays. This easy-going group is designed for mothers and their children under age three.

Painting with Marcia Cole will be on Wednesday, May 6, at 4 p.m. for ages 5 – 7 with parents, and also on Thursday, May 7 at 5 p.m. for ages 8-12 with parents. Children will be painting a clay pot. Sign up is requested. A free program, class size  is limited.
Bead Sun Catcher  -  Monday, May 11 at 4 p.m. for grades 1-3 and Wednesday, May 13  at  4 p.m. for grades 4-8. Create a cool sun catcher using colorful beads. No fee,  sign-up requested.

Joni Walker’s Art Classes meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays (May 14 & 28) at 4 p.m. Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or  register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5 and up. Limit 30 students.

Craft Saturday – May 9. Make awesome gifts for Mom and Dad for their special  days. Come anytime between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. All ages are welcome.

Joni Walker will offer a week-long Art Camp from May 18 to May 22 at 10 a.m. Students age 6 and older may register for the week. A fee of $10 will offset  the cost of supplies. Joni plans to take children outside to explore nature and  art. A sketchbook will be provided for each student. Sign up for Joni’s art camp at the circulation desk. Limit 25 students.

Science Central will offer a “Wild Weather Family Fun Fest!” on Tuesday, May 26, from 4-6 p.m. Through a grant from DEKKO, Science Central and the Peabody Public Library we are able to offer this fun and informative program. All ages are welcome. Volunteers are needed to help with the program. If interested contact the Peabody Public Library Children’s Department at (260)244-5541.

Book Buddies will meet on Wednesday, May 20 at 4:30 p.m.

Play Date is every Friday at 10:30 a.m. for parents and kids to come meet up with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys the kids will enjoy.

COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. – Peabody Public Library will be closed all day Sunday, April 12, in observance of Easter Sunday. Also, the library will be closed all day Friday, April 17, so that staff may attend training.

To register for any of the following programs, please stop by the circulation desk, call 260-244-5541 or visit the Web site at ppl.lib.in.us.

Adult Programs:

• BYO Beads – Wednesday, April 8, 1-8 p.m. Use this time to catch up on unfinished projects. An instructor will be available for assistance. This is a free program.
• One Stroke Painting – Sat., April 11, 1 p.m. The project is a glass vase and the cost is $20. Sign up by Tuesday, April 7. Registration required.
• Dark City Movie Night – Sat., April 11, 7 p.m. “Kiss of Death” stars Victor Mature and Richard Widmark. This film includes
  one of the most famous – and disturbing – scenes in all noir. Popcorn and soda will be available. This is a free program.
• Basic Microsoft Excel – Tuesday, April 14 at 2 p.m. Excel for beginners. Participants MUST be able to use the mouse, and have knowledge of Microsoft Word. Registration is required and will begin April 4. Free.
• Just the Facts Book Club – Thursday, April 16, at 6 p.m. “John Adams” by David McCullough is the April selection. Walk-ins are always welcome. Free.
• Meet the Author – James Alexander Thom, Sunday, April 19, at 4 p.m. Author James Alexander Thom is Indiana’s best selling author. Thom will be giving a talk on his books and the importance of libraries. Free.
• Modern/Classics Book Club – Tuesday, April 21 at noon. “Cheaper by the Dozen” by Frank Gilbreth Jr. is the April selection. Walk-ins are always welcome. Free.
• Intermediate Internet – Tuesday, April 21 at 2 p.m. Learn some cool new things to do with the Internet! You MUST be able to use a mouse. Registration is required and will begin April 11. Free.
• Women in the Civil War – Tuesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. Julie Duvall will speak on the role of women during the Civil War, from the home front to nursing to surreptitious combatants. Free.
• One Stroke Painting – Saturday, April 25, at 2 p.m. Project is a painted tropical canvas. Cost is $20. Sign up by April 21, Registration required.
• PPL Friends’ Movie Night – Saturday, April 25, 7 p.m. This month’s movie presentation is “A Good Year” with Russell Crowe. Popcorn and soda will be available. free.
• Adrian Empire – Sunday, April 26, all day. Come to the Renaissance Faire. Today, there will be war! Free.
• Bestseller Readers Book Club – Monday, April 27, 6 p.m.
• Brown Bag Bestseller Readers – Tuesday, April 28, 12:10 p.m. “State of Fear” by Michael Crichton is the April selection for these two groups. Walk-ins are always welcome. Free.
• Learning Windows Vista – Tuesday, April 28, 2 p.m. If you’ve had to purchase a new computer, it most likely came with the Vista operatingsystem. Come and what is different from Windows XP, and how you can learn tolive with it! Registration is required and will begin April 18. Free.

Children’s Programs:

• Preschool Story Times meet at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 p.m. Story Time themes for April are chocolate bunnies, beautiful gardens, lollipops, milk-cap caterpillars.
• Joni Walker’s Art Classes meet on the second and fourth Thursday (April 9 and 23) at 4 p.m. Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5 and up. Limit: 30 students.

Peabody Public Library in Columbia City has announced the following programs for February.

Adult Programs

Needle Tatting – Mondays, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, 5:30 p.m. Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique. $11 fee for first time participants only. Registration is required.

Beading Class – Wednesday, Feb. 4, 6 p.m. This month’s project is a chain-of-hearts bracelet. Pick up a materials list at the circulation desk or purchase a kit for $10. Registration is required.

Genealogy for Beginners – Saturday, Feb. 7, 8 p.m. The Whitley County Genealogical Society will be showing how to begin tracing your roots. Registration is limited to 30, so call for availability.

BYOBeads – Wednesday, Feb. 11, 1-8 p.m. Get busy with other like minded crafters. It’s more fun with friends. Stop in any time between 1-8 p.m.

Dark City Movie Night – Saturday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m. “Ace in the Hole” starring Kirk Douglas and Jan Sterling.

Modern/Classics Book Club – Tuesday, Feb. 17, noon. This month’s selection is “The Agony and the Ecstasy,” Irving Stone’s novel about Michelangelo.

Jeopardy! 2009 – Tuesday, Feb. 17, 6:30 p.m. Join us for the 6th annual tournament as the trophy for the best trivia team once again goes on the block. To signup for a team, stop by the circulation desk, call (260)244-5541, or register online at ppl.lib.in.us.

Just The Facts Book Group – Thursday, Feb. 19, 6 p.m. The inaugural selection for this group will be “Bluegrass: a true story of murder in Kentucky” by William Van Meter.

Teen Gaming – Friday, Feb. 20, 4-6 p.m. Join your friends in a few rounds of Halo III, Guitar Hero, and other favorite games.

Science Fiction Marathon – Saturday, Feb. 21, all day. We present the complete first season of “Stargate Atlantis” . Refreshments will be provided.

Book Buff Book Group – Monday, Feb. 23, 6 p.m. Our first selection will be “The Lucky One” by Nicholas Sparks.

Brown Bag Best Seller Book Group – Tuesday, Feb. 24, 12:10 p.m. This group will also be reading “The Lucky One” by Nicholas Sparks.

Jeopardy! 2009 – Tuesday, Feb. 24, 6:30 p.m. Round two of the 6th annual tournament of trivial pursuits.

Friends Movie Night – Saturday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m. Join John Barrymore and Carol Lombard aboard “The Twentieth Century”. Soda and popcorn available.

Children’s Programs

Family Winter Reading Club begins February 1. “Winter winds are blowin’ in – READ!” Signup in the Children’s Department.

15th Annual Reading Rainbow Writers and Illustrators Contest starting in February. K – 3rd Grades. Questions, contact Peabody Public Library at (260) 244-5541.

Preschool Story Times meet at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 p.m. Story Time themes for February are: Nursery Rhymes, Love Bug, Click, Clack, Moo, Spots & Stripes.

Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays. This easy-going group is designed for mothers and their children under age three.

Doughy Valentine Art - make salt dough Valentines. Monday, February 9 at 4 p.m. for grades 1-3 and Wednesday, February 11 at 4 p.m. for grades 4-8. No fee, but sign-up requested.

Martial Arts/Karate Program is for ages 5 to 12 years old (attending with parent) on Monday, Feb. 16 at 5 p.m. The program will be presented by Dojo Director Kraig Schlosser, owner of the Shuri Ryu Karate Academy. He is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Shuri Ryu Karate. He will be demonstrating basic karate techniques. Children attending should wear loose, comfortable clothing. No fee, but signup is requested.

Joni Walker’s Art Classes meet on the second and fourth Thursday (Feb. 12 and 26) at 4 p.m. Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5 and up.

Craft Saturday – Feb. 14. Make a valentine craft. Come anytime between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.. All ages are welcome.

Play Date – every Friday at 10:30 a.m. This event allows parents and kids to come and meet up with friends in a welcoming atmosphere, complete with toys the kids will enjoy.