Come. Discover the Wonder Within You.PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY

201 W. Washington St., Petersburg, VA 23803(804) 733-2387 Fax: (804) 733-7972 www.ppls.org

Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

• Scavenger Hunt Day (Join to Win a Prize!)• Oral Health Screening Day

• “I Love Petersburg Public Library Because” Day(Enter to Win a Prize!)

• The Great BOOK GIVEAWAY Day!See inside for more information.

April brings National Library Week.Here’s how we’re celebrating!

Sit & Be FitA safe, effective exercise program for seniors and individuals with limited physical mobility. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. (Note: No classes on April 6 & 27.)

YogaA mind-body practice that combines breath control, meditation and physical poses that help one achieve better health and relaxation.Meets Mondays, 5:00 p.m. & every Friday at Noon.

Fit It In - Training for LifeA high energy class that combines a mix of exercise discip-lines such as Plyometrics, Kick boxing, and Calisthenics. Meets Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

Tai ChiA series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner to improve balance, promote serenity and reduce stress. All sessions are held in the Healthy Living and Learning Wellness Center, on the Library’s 2nd Floor. No registration is required; ses-sions are FREE to the public. All instructors are certified.

Get Fit at the LibraryApril 4

Wear Blue to ObserveNational Child Abuse Prevention Month

Check out the displays in the Rotunda and the Children's Depart-ment that provide tips for raising resilient and healthy children.

East Smart and Move MoreApril 6, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., Wellness Activity Room

Join us for the last session in a series of nutrition classes - Eat Smart and Move More - provided by the Virginia Cooperative Extension.

HIV ScreeningApril 12, 1:30- 5:30 p.m., Conference RoomConfidential HIV Screening provided free by the

Minority Health Consortium.

National Library Week - “Libraries Transform” April 13, 1:00-3:00 p.m., Lobby

Learn how the HLLC helps transform lives every day by providing accurate and reliable health information. Specific information will be provided on the importance of taking care of your teeth and

gums. You will also have an opportunity to let your voice be heard by completing a survey on oral health care in the Petersburg area.

April 4Wear Blue Day

On this day, wear blue to

make a visible commitment to

supporting strong families and

healthy children throughoutVirginia.

April is alsoNational Child Abuse Prevention Month

Here’s just some of our dedicated Petersburg Public Library Staff!(See more staff pics inside!)

A Whole Week of Celebrating!

THANKS TO A GREAT LIBRARY STAFF!ON THE COVER: Large Photo: Andrew, Sheila & Chris — Customer Service.Smaller Photos, from the top: Dana, Adult Services Librarian; Deonte, volunteer; Pat - Program Coordinator, Healthy Living & Learning Ctr.; Vanessa - Customer Serivce; Wayne - Director, Library Services; Cindy - Library Assistant; and Dan - Facilities Management. Not pictured: Yasmyne, Janet, David, Kitty and Latasha and Felita.

CelebrateNational Library Week With Us!

Monday, April 11:SCAVENTER HUNT

Join to be eligible to win a prize! Tuesday, April 12:

LIBRARY STAFF DAYSay “Thank You” to Library staff!

Wednesday, April 13:ORAL HEALTH SCREENING (Free!)

Thursday, April 14: “I LOVE PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY BECAUSE...”

Tell us why & be eligible for a prize!Friday, April 15:

THE GREAT BOOK GIVEAWAY!Get a book — FREE!

Tier 7 serves frozen drinks

& smoothies!

HUNGRY?Remember, when at Petersburg Public Library, Tier 7 Eatery dishes up dee-licious(!) feel-great food! And healthy smoothies -- try the orange- banana-avocado. Does it get any healthier?! Open during Library hours. Accepts VSU 1 Card.

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Conversations About Alzheimer’s and DementiaPresented by the Alzheimer’s AssociationTuesday, April 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Multi-Purpose RoomAdddresses concerns and offers answers helpful to anyone whose life is being affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia. Financial Education SeminarMonday, April 18, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Multi-Purpose Room. Learn how to: make money; save money; and grow your money tax free! Presented by World Financial Group.Start a Small Business SessionThursday, April 21, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m., Computer Training RoomConsidering starting a business? Come to this FREE seminar to learn marketing strategies, financial resources, and tips on preparing a business plan. Super Mommy! (2 Sessions in April)April 20 & April 27, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Multi-Purpose RoomStrategies, tools and tips to create balance, organize and manage your life. Find purpose, passion, and maximize your potential, super Mom! Registration required: (804) 733-2387.Money Smart Day with Michelle Robinson TolerTuesday, April 26, 6:30 p.m., Computer Training RoomFind out more about how money works, accounts every household should have, paying off debt, and how to budget.Starting a Non-Profit OrganizationTuesday, April 26, 3:00-4:30 p.m., Multi-Purpose RoomPresented by Partnership for Nonprofit ExcellenceLearn everything about becomning a 501c3 organization including incorporat-ing in Virginia, applying for tax exempt status, etcetera!QuickBooks 2015 Desktop VersionTuesday, April 28, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Computer Training RoomFee: $100, non-refundable. Lunch provided. Go over managing revenues & expenses, bank reconcialiations, and more. To register, call Crater SBDC (804) 518-2003 or visit www.sbdc-longwood.com.

Computer Classes at the Library

Unless otherwise noted, all computer classes will be held in the Computer Training Room, 2nd floor, Petersburg Public Library. Be sure to bring a flash drive for saving your work. Knowledge of the computer keyboard and typing are required. There is no charge for the class, and registration is not required. Space is limited, first-come, first-served. You must be on time. We cannot admit students after class begins. Questions, please call: (804) 733-2387, ext. 203, or (804) 451-3965; or send an email to dalan@ppls.org.

Young Children& Teens

National Library Week — Celebrate With Us! Creative Crafting For ages 8-12; registration required.Monday, April 11, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Come for creative crafting fun in the Imagination Station! Craft materials provided — you supply the imagination!PS4 Teen Time For ages 13-17 years; registration required.4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on the following dates:April 12 April 14 April 19 April 21 April 26 April 28PS4 games in the Teen Scene. We have Madden 16, NBA 2K16, Uncharted — The Nathan Drake Collection, and Minecraft. You must have a valid Petersburg Public Library card in order to play.Drop Everything And Read! Day For ages 8-12 years; registration required. Tuesday, April 12, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Join us in the Children’s Department at the Story Time stage for some Beverly Cleary inspired fun!Super-De-Duper Open Lego Build! For ages 6-12; adult/parental supervision. Wednesday, April 13, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Join us in the Imagination Station as we all build something fun & fantasti-cal from our massive collection of Legos! Come when you can, and leave when you must — it’s up to you!Craft-O-Rama! For ages 5-9; registration required.Monday, April 18, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Imagination StationWe provide the craft supplies, you provide the imagination! Poem In Your Pocket Day! For ages 10-12 years; registration required. Thursday, April 21, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. in the Imagination Station. Create a cool pocket to carry your favorite poem around in! Spring Is here Seed Bombs! For ages 5-9; registration required. Monday, April 25, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Gardening is easy when you have seed bombs! Get your hands dirty in the Imagination Station.Rhyming Words Wednesday! For ages 5-9; registration required.Wednesday, April 27, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Silly stories with rhyming words, of beast, and flowers and singing birds! Imagination Station.Happy Family Saturday! For ages 4-12; registration required.Saturday, April 30, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Families, and fun, and Science — oh my! Silly fun, stories, crafts, and Mad Science will be on hand to brighten your day. Child Savers will be joining us, along with Mad Science, providing information and cool science demos!

INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER CLASSES: Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.April 7 – Advanced Features of PowerPoint, Part 1: Creating a presentation with WordArt, and AnimationsApril 14 – Advanced Features of PowerPoint, Part 2: Creating a presentation using background removal, and croppingApril 21 – Advanced Features of Word 2013, Part 1: Creating a title page for an art gallery salesApril 28 – Advanced Features of Word 2013, Part2: Creating the informational page with multilevel bullets

BASIC COMPUTER CLASSES: Mondays, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.April 4 – Basics of Word 2013, Part 1: Creating a letter-sized poster with graphics & bordersApril 11 – Basics of Word 2013, Part 2: Creating a business letter with a tableApril 18 – Basics of Word 2013, Part 3: Finish the business letter by adding bulletsApril 25 – Basics of PowerPoint 2013, Part 1: Creating a slide presentation with WordArt & graphics

April Showers Us With Great Activities, Programs & Events

FREE! Senior Wills Program

Saturday, May 14, 2016Time: By Appointment Only

Power of Attorney, Living Will,Medical Directives.

Call (804) 733-2387, ext. 105to schedule

your appointment.

Paint & Sip!Who says libraries aren’t any fun?Friday, April 22 5:30 - 7:30 p.m

Sip wine while you paint under the artistique instruction of local artist Keith André. If you wish, BEFORE the workshop,

enjoy dinner by Tier 7 in the Library Gallery!For more info & to register, go to

Eventbrite.com & search for “Paint & Sip! & Dinner!”If purchasing the dinner, please arrive by 4:30.

Celeste & NatonyaPrograms & Marketing

Assistance byAppointment!

Effective April 15, you’ll be able to book time for one-on-one help from Library staff!

Visit the Library or ourwebsite for details.

The intriguing photographic collection by local photographer and artist R. Jehrad Gholson, Jr. exhibits at Petersburg Public Library the month of April. No Signal was inspired when Gholson suffered a life-altering injury while playing football on his school’s team. See this exhibit throughout April and come for the artist’s reception during Friday for the Arts on April 8.

No Signal

Bricks 4 Kidz For ages 5-12Registration required! Register in the Children’s Department or by calling (804) 733-2387, ext. 405.Saturday, April 2, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Saturday, April 16, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Family Glad Scientist LabAll ages; adult/parental supervision required.Saturday, April 23, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Open Lego Build For ages 4-12Adult supervision required; no registration.Saturday, April 9, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Bilingual Story Times will be offered during the Mexican Consulate On Wheels being held at Petersburg Public Library, April 13 through Friday, April 15. Bilingual Story Time and Children’s Corner will be held each of these days from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Gallery.

Story Times For ages 2-4These Story Times are individually scheduled times for local, licensed daycare facilities, and are for children ages 3-4 years. All dates/times listed share the same theme for the month, and cover the same stories and songs. Families with children who do not attend day care are welcome to join us during one of these Story Times. For more information, call (804) 733-2387, ext. 402.Friday, April 1, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Wednesday, April 6, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Thursday, April 7, 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Wednesday, April 13, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Thursday, April 14, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Friday, April 15, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Wednesday, April 20, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

APRIL PROGRAMS

TeDarryl, Children’s Dept.; Nelson, Facilities Mgmt.;Rochelle, Customer Service