On February 7, at 9 a.m., Tax Help for Seniors (Free from AARP) is coming to our Claycomo Branch. IRS certified volunteers will provide free tax counseling and preparation. Then on February 8, at 10 a.m., the Avoid Tax Return Mistakes program will be presented. This class includes information on several key issues concerning changes in the tax landscape for many taxpayers.
Do you consider yourself "computer challenged"? Were you born before the idea of the personal computer existed? Are you intimidated by the idea of going online? If so, we are here to help you. Come to the Blue Springs North Branch and learn how to navigate the internet, apply for a job on-line, and do numerous other aspects of social networking. How Do I Do That?
Join us on Friday January 7th for our monthly First Friday Film program. This month we're going to screen the classic 1963 James Bond film From Russia With Love. The movie starts at 2, and as always, we'll supply the popcorn and drinks. Hope to see you there!
Does your heart race or hands shake at the very thought of interviewing for that dream job? Does all the gloomy news regarding the job market have you worried you may never land the job that is right for you? If you are looking for a job and struggle with the interview, we have a program coming to the Grandview Branch that might help you.
Tired of making small talk at family reunions? Why not talk about the dearly departed instead!
The Mid-Continent Public Library-Kearney Branch is presenting Hosting an Ancestor-Centered Family Reunion Tuesday, Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. Learn how you can incorporate entertaining activities and displays to teach reunion-goers more about their common ancestors. Some basic to average genealogy skills are necessary.
Have you been putting off researching your family history? Well, there is no better time to get started than a brand new year. The Midwest Genealogy Centers offers many classes, including beginning classes. Upcoming Beginning Genealogy classes are scheduled for Saturday, January 8th at 9:30 a.m. and again on Tuesday, February 1st at 10:00 a.m.
Due to weather conditions, the Blue Springs North Branch had to cancel our How Do I Do That? Internet 101 class. Because this program is very informative, the staff has decided to reschedule. The Internet 101 class will now be held on Monday, January 24 at 7 p.m.
Preston Washington has done extensive research into the records of Freedmen, slaves owned by Indian tribes. Certain Native American tribes had close relations with African Americans, especially those in the Southeast where slavery was prevalent. Members of the Five Civilized Tribes (Cherokee, Creek, Seminole, Choctaw, and Chickasaw) held enslaved blacks, who migrated with them to the West during Indian Removal in 1830 and later.
The Grain Valley Stitchers made 15 minute table runners at our Tuesday meeting. Despite the road conditions, we still had a few ladies attend with the fabric needed to make the runners. A good time was had by all. Check with the Grain Valley Branch to see what we will be making next month. We meet every third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.
