September 2011

September 11th - Ten Years Later

It is hard to believe that ten years have passed since the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Though the terror attacks happened many miles away, they impacted every single American and, arguably, the world.

It is important to remember these events and share our experiences with others. To that end, the Scottsdale Library has started a discussion on our Facebook Page. Look to the left column on the page and select ‘Discussions’ to join the conversation.

Additionally, we are hosting two programs presented by Donna Killoughey Bird who lost her husband, Gary Bird, of Tempe, on 9/11 as he was attending a business meeting in the North Tower. She will share her perspective from the date of the attacks to the present, and what it means to be an American.

We hope you can join us.

Remembering and Honoring 9/11
Tuesday, September 6, 12 pm at Mustang Library
Thursday September 15, 6 pm at Civic Center Library

Join the Facebook Discussion
www.Facebook.com/ScottsdalePublic Library

New Programs to Help Parents

Are you a parent or caregiver struggling with:

Toilet training?
Temper tantrums?
Mealtime maneuvers?
What are the best baby books?
Positive playtime?

Then attend one of our knowing & growing classes! Click the link below to learn more.

Knowing & Growing Programs

The Scottsdale Public Library Knowing and Growing program is funded by a grant from First Things First.

Looking for a good book? Just say, “GIMME!”

Get your smart phone ready!

Gimme is a new mobile book recommendation engine, powered by the staff at Scottsdale Public Library.

Just tell Gimme what type of book you would like, and it will provide you with a recommendation, complete with a library staff review! You can also reserve the book from your phone, so you can be sure it is ready for you when you come into the library.

Visit Gimme today & find your next read!

gimme.ScottsdaleLibrary.org

Get Prepared for College!

Teens, if you are planning on applying to colleges, then you probably know that essays and exams are in your future. Take a class that will teach you what colleges are looking for in essays, take practice tests, practice your interviewing skills and learn how to manage your time! We’ve got you covered. Just be sure to thank us in your college valedictorian speech!

Essay Writing For the College Bound
Thurs / Sept 15 / 6 pm / Arabian

Free Practice Sat Exams
Multiple times & locations – see calendar

Interviewing Skills
Tues / Sept 20 / 6 pm / Arabian

Time Management for Students
Multiple times & locations – see calendar

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Comments or questions, please contact Ann Porter by email at aporter@scottsdaleaz.gov.

For information on requesting disability-related accommodation for events, meetings or programs, to request print materials in alternate format, or other necessary accommodations, please visit www.scottsdaleaz.gov/accessible/accommodations.asp. Requests should be made of the contact person for that particular activity or program, or by contacting the City of Scottsdale office of ADA at ADA@ScottsdaleAZ.gov or 480-312-2500.