The Springdale Public Library is excited to announce the addition of nine iPads available for checkout in June 2013, thanks to a generous grant from the James M. Cox Foundation. The iPads will meet public demand for opportunities to experiment with cutting edge technology and will also extend the number of public internet-enabled devices within the Library. The iPads are the first phase of a larger Computer Literacy Center project, which will ultimately include circulating laptops and regular computer classes.
As information and communication move increasingly into digital territory, the Library is committed to helping patrons adjust to emerging technology. Anne Gresham, Technology Coordinator of the Springdale Library, said, "Tablets are an increasingly popular and powerful means of distributing information, and providing iPads for checkout is a wonderful new way we can serve the educational, professional and recreational needs of our community."
The iPads will be available for 3 hour checkout periods for use within the library and will be preloaded with a number of applications (apps) selected by library staff. Patrons must present a valid photo ID and a library card in good standing. For more information, call 479-750-8180.
May 24 — June 23
Artist Beth Post
Reception: June 6
6:00—7:00 pm
July 1 - July 31
Artist Elise Taylor
Reception: July 11
6:00—7:00 pm
August 1 - 31
Students of Lifestyles
Reception: August 8
6:00—7:00 pm
Calling all writers! The Fiction Forge wants you! The Fiction Forge will meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. This new writers’ workshop for adults is led by Brad Carter, Library Information Assistant and published author.
Thursday, June 6 & 20,
July 11, 18 & 25
6:00—7:00 pm
The Shiloh Room
Did you know that you can check out library books and audiobooks on your tablet, ereader, or smart phone for free, using Library2Go? The Library now offers workshops covering this free Library service on the second Saturday of each month. Stop by to learn how to download Library ebooks on your mobile device!
Saturday, June 8, July 13 & August 10
12:00—1:00 pm
The Board Room
The Avid Readers Book Club meets the third Tuesday of each month, 12 noon to 1:00 pm. The group reads a variety of popular and award winning fiction. Bring a sack lunch; the Library will provide drinks and dessert! For more information, call 479-750-8180 or email Anne Gresham at agresham@springdalelibrary.org
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| June 18 The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh |
July 16 Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk by Ben Fountain |
August 20 The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker |
Last updated June 11, 2013