Storyopolis @ your City Library
Jul 01, 2011 - Library
Event: Summer Reading for All Ages: Storyopolis
When: June 20, 2011 – July 30, 2011
Where: West Palm Beach Public Library
Come one, come all! You are invited to the West Palm Beach Public Library to experience a fun-filled summer of great books, exciting events and terrific prizes! Come be a part of Storyopolis, the world that stories build, an all ages summer reading program from June 20 – July 30, 2011.
*Children (preschoolers and elementary age): Sign-up for the Summer Reading Program starting June 20th. Kids will receive a reading log to track their reading for a chance to win weekly raffle prizes and get a Chic-Fil-A coupon for a free kids’ meal, while supplies last. Kids can also visit the library’s interactive room on the 3rd Floor in KidSpace to explore a magical world that stories have built on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00-4:00. Join us for a special event featuring real live animals from McCarthy’s Wildlife on July 26th at 2:00pm.
*Teens (12-18 years old): Sign-up for the Summer Reading Program starts June 20th. Teens will receive a reading bookmark to track their reading for a chance to win weekly raffle prizes and get a Chic-Fil-A coupon for free food, will supplies last. Teens can also play video games on Saturday, June 25 and Thursday, July 28 from 2:00PM – 4:00PM in the Library’s Auditorium on the 3rd Floor.
*Adults (19 years and older): For every book read, enter to win great prizes starting June 20th. Explore exciting programs from creating your own henna tattoo, listening to music from around the world, becoming a Digital Detective to learning how to write your very own mystery!
*All Ages: Attend the end-of-summer Storyopolis Showcase on Saturday, July 30 at 2:00 pm where participants of all ages will tell their stories using multi-media.
For more information on all events, please click here or call 561-868-7700.
West Palm Beach Public Library
411 Clematis Street
www.mycitylibrary.org
Press Release Contact: Jennifer Rodrick, 561.868.7722
FREE Technology Training & Career Development @ your City Library
May 10, 2011 - Library
The West Palm Beach Public Library, in partnership with Workforce Alliance, has created a program to assist local job seekers. The program, titled “Career Catalyst,” provides increased access to online job search and career development resources. Career Catalyst is funded through a grant provided under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Florida Department of State, State Library and Archives of Florida.
The West Palm Beach Public Library now offers interactive workshops, computer classes and seminars designed to provide job seekers with valuable skills and resources to prepare them for successful career development. Online job preparation tutorials, practice exams for specific occupations, and other online tutorials and educational courses are also available using state-of-the-art software learning programs. The library has established a core reference collection of Career Help and Technology Skills materials that are available for use. The goal of the program is to provide additional outreach to residents who are building a career path or entering the workforce.
As part of the joint program, Workforce Alliance has trained the library’s staff and volunteers to help library users find resources to research careers, create résumés, search for open positions throughout Florida and connect to local workforce experts.
Lisa Hathaway, Assistant Director of the West Palm Beach Public Library, said, “We are thrilled to have this opportunity to provide more in-depth programs designed for career development. The library’s partnership with Palm Beach County Workforce Alliance introduces an innovative approach to maximize library services that directly impact job seekers in our community.”
Those interested in obtaining additional information should contact the West Palm Beach Public Library, 561.868.7760 or visit www.mycitylibrary.org
WPB Library Presents free preview of Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show
Apr 17, 2011 - Library, Mayor's Office
West Palm Beach Public Library to host a magic show and a Disney Live! character meet and greet
*** Wednesday, April 20th at 4:00pm ***
WHO: Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show and Palm Beach Public Library
WHAT: An hour of fun and excitement with the cast from Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show. Children will be treated to a magic show by professional illusionist Brad Ross and an opportunity to meet and have photos taken with Mayor Jeri Muoio, Master Magician Mickey and his assistant Goofy, stars of Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show.
Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show engagement: Palm Beach County Convention Center Thursday, April 21st – Sunday, April 24th.
WHERE: West Palm Beach Public Library
(411 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL 33401)
WHEN & TIME:WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20th at 4:00pm
4:00pm – Magic show by Disney Live! Illusionist Brad Ross.
4:30pm – Mickey & Goofy meet & greet
5:00pm – Event ends
Free Education Fair Sponsored by 13 Universities and the City of West Palm Beach
Feb 02, 2011 - Human Resources, Library, Mayor's Office
Thursday, February 3 at the West Palm Beach Public Library 13 Educational institutions will be holding a FREE day long educational event sponsored by the City of West Palm Beach. Information on financial aid, scholarships, career choice and taking the ACT and SAT’s will be available. The general public is invited to attend.
Breakout Sessions as listed below.
1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Researching Financial Aid and Scholarships
4:00 p.m. Workforce Alliance: Pointing You to the Right Career
4:30 p.m. Test Taking Strategies: ACT vs SAT
Participating institutions include:
AIU
Barry University
DeVry University
FAU
FIU
Lynn University
Nova Southeastern University
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Palm Beach County Literacy Coalition
Palm Beach State College
Northwood University
Strayer University
University of Phoenix
For additional information:
561-868-7701
City of West Palm Beach Education Fair – February 3, 2011
Jan 20, 2011 - Library, Mayor's Office
