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Programs and Events for Adults: Penrose Library

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Gasland Part II Colorado Springs Premiere Coalition

When: Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 11:00 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Carnegie Reading Room

Josh Fox Gasland 2 News Conference

Federal Census Fundamentals

When: Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

The U.S.Federal census is available on -line from 1790 to 1940. Learn more about using this basic resource effectively with the guidance of experienced Special Collections staff.

Photoshop Elements Part 1 and 2

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - 8:30 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Computer Lab

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements in this two part class.
Class will be strictly limited to 6 participants, due to number of Photoshop Elements licenses available in computer lab. Registrants must sign up for both the April 12th and April 19th classes.

To register, call: 389-8968

Speak French

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - 12:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

An advanced conversation group: Patrons can contact Donna Becker @598-4038, Randy Horton @ 632-2006, or Nancy Augustus @ 578-8769 for information and questions.

Photoshop Elements Part 1 and 2

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 8:30 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Computer Lab

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements in this two part class.
Class will be strictly limited to 6 participants, due to number of Photoshop Elements licenses available in computer lab. Registrants must sign up for both the April 12th and April 19th classes.

To register, call: 389-8968

Otaku Club

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 1:30 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

Do you like Anime? Then this is the place for you!

Penrose Magazine Sale

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 10:00 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade

Discarded magazines are for sale @ 10 cents per copy. If you need more information contact 719-389-8968

Adult Literacy & ESL

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Carnegie Reading Room

Tutor Training

GED Lab

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 12:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

GED lab - Jennifer

Novel Ideas Homeschool Book Club

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 2:30 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

Join us to discuss

Nonprofit Workshop - Grantseeking

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 8:00 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Computer Lab

Learn how to identify foundation and corporate giving programs using free online databases accessible through the Pikes Peak Library District. Successfully search the Foundation Directory Online, the Colorado Grants Guide, and other online databases.

Speak French

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 12:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

An advanced conversation group: Patrons can contact Donna Becker @598-4038, Randy Horton @ 632-2006, or Nancy Augustus @ 578-8769 for information and questions.

Teen Program

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 1:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Carnegie Reading Room

Teen Program

Photoshop Elements Part 1 and 2

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 8:30 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Computer Lab

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements in this two part class.
Class will be strictly limited to 6 participants, due to number of Photoshop Elements licenses available in computer lab. Registrants must sign up for both the June 5th and June 12th classes. The first session will cover the "Organizer" within Elements while the second session will deal primarily with the "Guided Photo Edit" feature within Elements.

To register, call: 389-8968

Adult Literacy & ESl

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 12:30 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Childrens Room

GED lab time

Teen Program

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 1:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

Teen Program

Pikes Peak Genealogical Society Board Meeting

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 5:30 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Childrens Room

Pikes Peak Genealogical Society Board Meeting

Nonprofit Workshop - Grant Proposal Writing Basics

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 8:00 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Carnegie Reading Room

Participants will learn about the process of grant writing and elements of a proposal, with tips from foundations. Workshop geared to novice grant writers.

Ancestry - Library Edition Basics

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

Learn how to get the most out of the more than 8,000 databases now available on library computers. Please make your reservations for this free workshop through the library's on -line calendar of events or b calling 531-6333, ext. 2253

Talking it Out-Getting to Agreement-Conflict Resolution

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 6:30 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

Panel of experts will discuss conflict resolution techniques.

Speak French

When: Friday, June 07, 2013 - 12:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Carnegie Reading Room

An advanced conversation group: Patrons can contact Donna Becker @598-4038, Randy Horton @ 632-2006, or Nancy Augustus @ 578-8769 for information and questions.

Penrose Youth Advisory Council

When: Friday, June 07, 2013 - 3:30 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult Room

Penrose Youth Advisory Council

Penrose Library Lunch and Movie

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 12:00 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Adult/Childrens Rooms

Bring your lunch and enjoy a free movie. "Lincoln", rated PG-13; 150 minutes; 2012.

Peak Film Forum

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 6:30 PM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Carnegie Reading Room

The Peak Film Forum meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Our goal is to connect filmmakers, actors, writers, and film crew members in a creative networking environment. This is a chance to meet others in the Colorado Springs and surrounding areas working or interested in the filmmaking process. Come network, and get constructive feedback on scripts and scenes. In the future, we plan to bring in discussions with experts in our community on specialized topics such as makeup design, crowdfunding, audio, casting, special effects, marketing, and more!

Photoshop Elements Part 1 and 2

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 8:30 AM
Where: Penrose Library - 20 North Cascade at Penrose Computer Lab

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements in this two part class.
Class will be strictly limited to 6 participants, due to number of Photoshop Elements licenses available in computer lab. Registrants must sign up for both the June 5th and June 12th classes. The first session will cover the "Organizer" within Elements while the second session will deal primarily with the "Guided Photo Edit" feature within Elements.

To register, call: 389-8968