Go, Library, Go! Grand Prairie, Texas

Pop Secret: learn the tips and tricks for making pop-up cards and books. This free program at the Main Library is at 3 pm on Wednesday, June 29. All supplies provided! Ages 13 and up.

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Identity Theft: What You Need To Know Attorney Nick Cariotis will present a free program on identity theft: how to prevent it, and what to do if your identity has been stolen at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, April 12, at the Grand Prairie Main Library, 901 Conover Drive. No signup is required. Cariotis is the Chief of the Check Division/Task Force on Identity Fraud at the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office where he has worked for 14 years. He has been practicing law for 27 years and specializes in bank fraud and identity theft. This program is made possible by the Dallas Bar Association's Speakers' Bureau.

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Join us for a hilarious evening listening to recordings of the rich and famous whose ventures into the music biz were far from spectacular at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27, at the Warmack Branch Library, 760 Bardin Road.

Authors/disc jockeys Pat Reeder and George Gimarc introduce you to the world of celebrity vanity song recordings. They are the co-authors of “Hollywood Hi-Fi,” the hilarious history of obscure celebrity recordings.

“Hollywood Hi-Fi” exposes in affectionate but laugh-out-loud style some of the woebegone musical side projects of the most famous names in showbiz history including Bette Davis, Clint Eastwood, Sylvester Stallone, Burt Reynolds, Jack Webb, Joan Rivers and many more. In their uproarious live presentation, Pat and George share the stories of how these long-buried projects were born, show priceless collector’s item LP covers and play actual clips of the stars’ astounding musical virtuosity.

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Ever think about keeping a diary or journal? Learn and practice technques to personalize your diary to reflect you. Supplies and a starter diary provided.

This program is for teens and adults. No signup required. Main Library.

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Learn chess at the Bowles Library! Each Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, you can learn the basics of chess and find people to play against. No signup is required. And it's free! Open to ages 5 & up.

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The Dealing With Diabetes program scheduled for tonight, Feb. 11 at the Main Library, has been postponed due to weather.

The program has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 11 at 6 pm. Please call 1-877-532-4545 to sign up.

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The Grand Prairie Main Library will host a 3-part series on healthy living with diabetes beginning in January 2010. This free program series will be presented by licensed Diabetes Nurse Educator Joice Carter.

• Learn methods for managing your diabetes
• Find out how to plan meals better
• Get your questions answered by a diabetes expert
• Learn the importance of checking your blood sugar and what the results mean

First session: Thursday, January 14 at 6 pm

Second session: Thursday, February 11 at 6 pm

Third session: Thursday, March 11 at 6 pm

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Aprenda a manejar mejor su diabetes y su plan de alimentación. Obtenga respuestas a sus preguntas por parte de un experto en diabetes. En Espanol.

Para inscribirse: 1-877-532-4545

Find out how to manage your diabetes and plan meals better. Have your questions answered by a diabetes expert. This program will be presented in Spanish.

To reserve a spot: 1-877-532-4545

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Fun and Games at the Libraries

It's not just teens who enjoy playing on the libraries' gaming systems.

The Main Library and the Warmack Branch each have a time in Septmber for senior citizens to play the Wii.

Wii Can Play Too: Wii gaming for baby boomers and seniors
Tuesday, Sept. 15
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Grand Prairie Main Library

Wii gaming for seniors
Thursday, Sept. 17
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Warmack Branch Library
(signup required at the Reference Desk or 972-237-5772).


Want to be able to play with your grandkids?
Thinking about buying a Wii?
Want to know what all the fuss is about?
Come try out the Wii!

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More summer flicks at the Libraries:

Adults' Afternoon Movie Break on Tues. July 7 at 1 pm. Main Library

Kids' Summer Movie on Wed. July 8:
2 pm at the Main Library
2:30 pm at the Bowles Branch

Family Afternoon Film on Sat. July 11 at 3 pm. Warmack Branch

Kids' Summer Movie on Tues. July 14 at 1 pm. Warmack Branch

Call your local branch for title info.

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View Egyptian artifacts and reproductions the next time you visit the Main Library. On loan from Rollin Phipps, the items accompany Egyptian Week at the Main Library, from March 8-14. Pick up a schedule, and catch a free movie or program.

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The Missoula Childrens' Theatre of Montana will present two free workshops at the Main Library.
For children, they will present "Let's Make Up", at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, July 31. Actors will talk about the uses of makeup in performance, and demonstrate different types of makeup, including fantasy, corrective, and aging. For 1st through 12th grades.
For adults who work with children, they will present "Theatre Games" at 4:30 on Wednesday, August 1. This informative workshop is geared toward adult educators, childcare specialists and anyone who works with kids. Incorporating innovative exercises and theatre games, this hands-on, fun-filled workshop is designed as a guide to tap the creativity and spontaneity of children of all ages. Please bring a notepad, pencil, and your imagination!
These programs are made possible by the Grand Prairie Arts Council.

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