Zion-Benton Public Library

High school and home school juniors and seniors who are planning to take the ACT can receive free sessions with an ACT prep tutor.  Students may attend one, two or all three sessions.  Study snacks will be served! Registration requested.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Session 1: 6:30-7:00 p.m. – Strategies for the English, Reading, Math, Science and Writing section.
Session 2: 7:00-8:00 p.m. – Boost your English score with instruction and practice on common questions in the English section.
Session 3: 8:00-8:30 p.m. – Learn how to get a “6″ on the Writing section.

Learn to create stunning visual presentations!  Participants must have basic computer skills, familiarity with word processing, and the ability to cut-and-paste.  Registration required.

Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Join Elsie, ZBPLD Youth Librarian, in this bilingual book club. Share book discussions and coffee, while you practice Spanish and English language skills.  At the same time your children, ages 6 and under, can enjoy storytime.

March 4 & 18, April 15 and May 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Learn how-to set up spreadsheets, how formulas work, and how Excel can be used with other programs. Registration required.

Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

This informal, parent-run meeting is for all homeschoolers and prospective homeschoolers.  Please bring a snack and a drink, along with a craft or board game for the kids to enjoy while parents network.

Tuesdays, March 2, April 6 and May 4, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Golf videogaming league for adults and teens, age 13 and older. Registration requested.

Tuesdays, Jan. 19 & 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16 &23, 7:-830 p.m.

Make your thank-you notes and birthday wishes extra special with handmade greeting cards. Learn the basics, just in time for Valentine’s Day! Registration requested.

Wednesday, Feb. 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

These introductory, hands-on classes are designed to provide an overview of each topic. Class size is limited to 12. Two people may share one computer.

Open to adults and teens (14 and older). Younger children may attend with a parent or guardian. Registration and a valid ZBPL card are required.

Thursday, Feb. 4, 6-7:30 p.m.

Trace the musical history of African-Americans from slave work songs to gospel and jazz to rap with vocalist Maggie Brown.   After the performance, the Zion Human Relations Commission  will present the annual Outstanding Citizen Awards.

Saturday, Feb. 6,  1-3 p.m.

These introductory, hands-on classes are designed to provide an overview of each topic. Class size is limited to 12. Two people may share one computer.

Open to adults and teens (14 and older). Younger children may attend with a parent or guardian. Registration and a valid ZBPL card are required.

Thursday, Feb. 11, 6-7:30 p.m.