All events are free and open to the public.

Tuesday, February 2
YOU’VE BEEN NAMED EXECUTOR – NOW WHAT?
With twenty-seven years of financial experience at her disposal, Sandra Anderson helps prospective executors understand the process, address immediate concerns, and decide whether probate proceedings are necessary to settle an estate efficiently. Additional information on “LifeFolio: Your Lifetime Financial Organizer” will show you how to get your finances in order for your family, friends and executor.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Saturday, February 6
BACK TO THE MOVIES: Five Decades of Cinema
The Sixties: The Graduate (1967)    Directed by Mike Nichols    Rated PG
Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman) has just returned to California after graduating from an East Coast college and wonders what he is going to do with the rest of his life. Mrs. Robinson (Anne Bancroft) has her predatory eye on him, but he falls in love with her innocent daughter, Elaine (Katherine Ross). One of the ground-breaking films of the late 1960s, the film is a biting satire on society and its values, and a dark comedy which is truly hilarious. Though made over 40 years ago, Professor Meehan still shows this film to college students who identify with its theme of the anxiety confronting graduates about to enter an uncertain “real world.”
6:00 p.m.in the Main Library Auditorium

Tuesday, February 9
Does the Resume Match the Person?
Betty Rozakis employs the diagnostic science commonly known as handwriting analysis to provide people with an objective look at themselves and their circumstances. Whether you’re applying for the right job or trying to find the right person to fill that vacancy, Graphology takes the guesswork out of the equation.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

BOOK GROUPS:

Thursday, February 11
BOOKED FOR MURDER
Tonight’s book discussion is about Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz. Izzy Spellman knows that when the family business is private investigating, your love life isn’t safe from scrutiny. The Spellmans put the fun in dysfunctional while working on a cold case, but the mystery hits a little too close to home when their youngest daughter Rae turns up missing. For more details, visit www.lkwdpl.org/bookclubs.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room

Tuesday, February 16
KNIT & LIT BOOK CLUB
Lynda Tuennerman hosts a social club for multitaskers—a book club and a stitchery group! She’s looking for readers who can enjoy intense discussion of modern classics while relaxing with their latest stitching project. Come share your passion for great literature and show off your knitting, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. At each meeting, the group decides what will be read next. Call (216) 226-8275 ext. 127 or visit www.lkwdpl.org/bookclubs to learn more. At tonight’s meeting we will discuss Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room

LEARNING LAB CLASSES:

Reservations for computer instruction classes begin the first of each month.
To register, please stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 127. We ask that all students come to class with a working knowledge of the mouse. If you need help, visit the Technology Center and ask the staff to set you up on our Mouse Training Program. It’s fun, easy and essential to becoming computer literate.  All classes take place in the Main Library Learning Lab on the 2nd floor.
UPCOMING JANUARY CLASSES:
Tuesday, January 26: SPREADSHEET BASICS @ 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 30: E-MAIL BASICS@3:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 6: INTERNET BASICS @3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 9: JOB HUNTING WORKSHOP @ 7:00 p.m.

CHILDRENS & YOUTH SERVICES

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
THE ZONE: For students in kindergarten through fifth grade
Get in the Zone! Spend 30 minutes doing the activity of your choice. Choose from crafts, games, puzzles and more. Visit www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.com/youth to see the current and upcoming activities.
Tuesday, September 8 – Thursday, May 27
Monday – Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch

CREATION STATION: For students in kindergarten through fifth grade
Join us for crafts each and every Friday after school. There is no need to register; however, to schedule groups, please call Main Library (216) 226-8275, Ext. 140 or Madison Branch (216) 228-7428.
Fridays, September 11 – May 28 at 4:00 p.m.
Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch

HOMEWORK ER: For students in kindergarten through eighth grade
Need help with your homework or just want a cool place to work? Come to the Homework Room for help and resources. No need to register. Tuesday, September 8 – Thursday, May 27
Monday – Thursday, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., in the Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch

YOUTH READING PROGRAMS

CHOOSE YOUR READING ADVENTURE: For youth in 6th through 8th grade

Thursdays @ 7:30pm - 8:30pm
What to read after a page-turning mystery? You be the judge of that. Venture inside a vampire’s lair, set sail on an 18th century pirate ship, or ensnare yourself in the world of fairies. Each month, vote for which title to read from a different genre. To register, please stop in or call (216) 226-8275 ext. 140.
February 18          Historical
Main Library Multipurpose Room

 FAMILY PROGRAMS:
FAMILY WEEKEND WONDERS
Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, activities, music and crafts. Our staff will provide materials and ideas for families wishing to continue reading and storytelling at home. The programs are free and there is no need to register in advance.
Main Library:        Friday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
                                Saturday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00p.m.
                                Sunday: 2:00 p.m.
Madison Branch: Friday 10:30 a.m., Saturday 11:30 a.m., and Sunday 3:00 p.m.
January 29, 30, 31: I Dig Dinosaurs
February 5, 6, 7: Pigs Aplenty