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Volume 20, Issue 1

January, 2016

Coloring for Adults 2

Free Tax Help Beginning in February

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Bemis Book Groups & Computer Classes

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Teen Events & Programs 3

Children’s Events & Programs

3

Library Schedule of Events 4

Inside this Issue:

The Astronauts' Wives

S ee a dramatic and poignant presentation on the first two groups of American astronauts and their wives, Monday, January 25, 2–3 p.m. Presenter Pat Kenning will share the lives of these

families—all military and all unprepared for unknown space adventures. The astronauts' wives supported their proud, tense and even fearful husbands. Overnight, these women were transformed from military spouses into American royalty. They had tea with Jackie Kennedy, appeared on the cover of Life magazine, and quickly grew into fashion icons. As their celebrity rose, and as divorce and tragedy began to touch their lives, the wives continued to rally together, forming bonds that lasted for over half a century. The presentation is based on the book The Astronaut Wives Club by Lily Koppel.

A dventurer Ann Price returns to Bemis to give a riveting account and show photos of her experiences in Nepal during the recent earthquake and her

latest climbing expedition, Tuesday, January 12, 7–8 p.m. Price made her first trip to Nepal after her 64th birthday when she decided to go on a five-month trek through the Himalayas, hiking in altitudes of over 20,000 feet. On a subsequent trip she was in the town of Phortse Tango, Nepal when she heard a thunderous rumble and the ground started to open up. Price survived the quake and remained in Nepal, despite numerous aftershocks, to help survivors. She will talk about lessons learned from the earthquake and from a major health crisis that occurred on a high pass during her recent hiking expedition to Nepal in October, 2015.

Surviving the Nepal Earthquake and Other Adventures in Nepal

Musical Moments at Sophie’s Place

P erformances feature a variety of musical talent from Littleton and the Denver metro area.

The singing Scotsman, Matthew Gurnsey, will sing traditional Irish and Scottish sea shanties, ballads and drinking songs on Saturday, January 23, 2–3 p.m. Gurnsey also will play a variety of instruments, including the mandolin, penny whistle, bodhrán and bones.

S ee the visually stunning film,

Everest, showing on the library’s big screen, Saturday, January 30, 2–4 p.m. Inspired by the incredible events surrounding an attempt to reach the summit of the world’s highest mountain, Everest follows the journey of two different expeditions challenged beyond their limits by one of the fiercest snowstorms ever encountered. The climbers faced nearly impossible obstacles as a lifelong obsession became a breathtaking struggle for survival. The film features actors Josh Brolin, Sam Worthington, Jake Gyllenhaal and Keira Knightly. Enjoy free popcorn and lemonade at the showing. Rated PG-13.

Saturday Movie Matinee: Everest

Lost Denver

L ocal author and historian, Mark A. Barnhouse, will give an entertaining talk and show rare historical photos on Tuesday, January 19, 7–8:30 p.m.

of places that have disappeared from Denver. As Denver has grown, remnants of its earlier heritage have vanished into history, leaving long-time residents to ask, “Where has my Denver gone?” Barnhouse will celebrate what the city once built and has since lost, places such as the RKO Orpheum Theater which was demolished for a parking lot, the Home Public Market at 14th and California which was similar to Seattle’s Pike Market, old Elitch Gardens, and much more. Copies of the author's book, Lost Denver, will be available for sale and signing.

B emis has 24 Internet access computers on the

lower level of the library, plus another seven located in the Children’s Room for use by our patrons in 5th grade and younger. Also, wireless Internet access is available throughout the building for patrons with wireless-enabled devices. Currently, our computers use Microsoft Windows 7 operating systems and Microsoft Office 2010 software that includes Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Publisher. All of our PCs are linked to printers. Printing costs are $0.10 a page for black only or $0.50 a page for color. Our computer lab has 10 PCs and may be scheduled for group use. We are happy to assist patrons individually if you need help using the computers or the Internet. We also offer free computer and Internet classes on a regular basis. To learn about or register for an upcoming class and/or group use of our computer lab, call the library at 303-795-3961. Register for classes online through the Library Main Calendar at www.littletongov.org call us at 303-795-3961. All classes and open computer lab are held from 9:30–11 a.m.

Email: Attaching Files Tues., Feb. 23

Email: Managing Your Inbox Wed., Feb. 24

Beginning Excel - MS Office 2010 Tues., Jan. 19; Tues., Feb. 16

Intermediate Excel - MS Office 2010 Wed., Jan. 20; Wed., Feb. 17

Beginning Internet Tues., Feb. 2

Beginning PowerPoint Wed., Jan. 27

Saving & Finding Files Wed., Jan. 6

Smartphone & Tablet Workshop Tues., Jan. 26

Beginning Windows 7 Wed., Feb. 3

Beginning Windows 10 Tues., Jan. 5

Beginning Word - MS Office 2010 Tues., Jan. 12; Tues., Feb. 9

Intermediate Word - MS Office 2010 Wed., Jan. 13; Wed., Feb. 10

Open Computer Lab - 9:30–11 a.m. Every Thursday. No registration required. Get answers to your computer-related questions. Practice computer skills and have one-on-one time with a computer class instructor. Bring your Kindle or Nook and receive individual help with using an ebook device.

Computer Services & Computer Classes

Behind the Cover

Monday Evening Book Group

Third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Jan. 25*: The Goldfinch

by Donna Tartt

Young Theo survives an acci-

dent that kills his mother.

Abandoned by his father, he

lives with a friend's family in

New York where his obsession

with a small painting that reminds him of

his mother leads him to the art underworld.

*We will meet on the fourth Monday in Jan.

due to the Martin Luther King holiday.

Feb. 22*: Euphoria

by Lily King

An historical novel set in Papua

New Guinea that tracks the

aftermath of a chance meeting

between three anthropologists:

Nell Stone, an American whose story is

inspired by the life of anthropologist Mar-

garet Mead, her Australian husband Fen

who is jealous of Nell’s success, and de-

pressed and lonely Andrew Bankson from

England.

*We will meet on the fourth Monday

in Feb. due to President’s day holiday.

Senior Book Club

First Monday of each month at 2 p.m.

Jan. 4: Revenge of the Middle-Aged

Woman

by Elizabeth Buchan

An evocative tale of two wom-

en navigating the secrets and

lies at the heart of a wildfire

threatening their town. As the

inferno gets closer, the women

will discover what will be lost in the fire

and what will be saved.

Feb. 1: Terrorists in Love:

The Real Lives of

Islamic Radicals

by Ken Ballen

This book explores the lives of

six Islamic men who have been

involved in jihadist violence in Iraq, Af-

ghanistan, and Pakistan. The author probes

these men’s deepest secrets, revealing the

motivations behind their deadly missions

and delivering a startling new exploration

of what drives them to violence and why

there is yet an unexpected hope for peace.

Book Groups at Bemis

W e have a variety of Book Groups that meet throughout the month. Choose a group that suits your interests and schedule. Then join us for some stimulating discussions.

B eginning in February, the library will be providing free tax return preparation for taxpayers who cannot

afford professional assistance. IRS trained volunteers will be available in the study rooms on the lower level of the library from February 4–April 14 on Thursday evenings from 5–7:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from noon–3:30 p.m. No pre-registration is required to receive assistance. Appointments are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. You may sign in for assistance, on the lower level of the library, beginning at 4 p.m. on Thursdays and 11 a.m. on Saturdays. The AARP will provide tax preparation help, with trained volunteers, in the reference area of the library from February 1–April 12, Mondays and Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m.–1:45 p.m. Appointments are required for this assistance, which is provided for low and middle-income seniors aged 60 and over. To make an appointment for AARP tax assistance at the library, please call 303-734-8200 and leave a message or register on the library’s main calendar at littletongov.org.

Free Tax Help!

S ix of the top 20 books currently selling on Amazon are ‘adult coloring books.’ They are creative, often intricate

books depicting flowers, gardens, animals, forests, etc. Join us while we choose from a variety of pictures and have a stress-relieving afternoon of coloring. Coloring sessions will take place the third Sunday of the month, January 17, February 21, March 20, April 17 and May 15, 2–3:30 p.m., in the library’s conference room. Coloring generates wellness, quietness and also stimulates brain areas related to motor skills and creativity. Colored pencils and markers will be provided as well as light refreshments. No registration is required. Drop in to participate in any of the scheduled sessions. This program is for adults only.

Coloring for Adults

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Children’s Programs

Volume 19, Issue 12

F or more information, call teen librarian

Mark Decker at the library, 303-795-3961,

or check the Bemis teen blog site online at

bemisteen.blogspot.com. Join teens for:

Teen Movies

First Saturday of the month @ 2 p.m.

Free popcorn and lemonade!

Jan. 2: Maze Runner:

The Scorch

Trials, PG-13

Feb. 6: Ant-Man,

PG-13

Mar. 5: Spectre, PG-13

Gaming

Third Thursdays @ 3:30 p.m.

We’ve added a PS4 and an Xbox One to our

gaming stations, and each month we’ll feature

one of the gaming systems on the giant

screen. The Wii also will be up and running

on a smaller screen.

Jan. 21, Feb. 18 and Mar. 17

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Fourth Friday of the month @ 3:30 p.m.

Jan. 22: Open agenda

Feb. 26: Summer reading planning

Mar. 25: Summer reading planning

“Get in the Game”

Teen Photography Contest Submit your best original photo that expresses the theme “Get in the Game” by Monday, March 21. Two photos will be selected as winners and will be pub-lished on a library bookmark to be given out for the teen summer reading program. The winners will each receive $25. For more information, or to submit your photo, contact Mark Decker, the teen librarian, at 303-795-3961 or mdecker@ littletongov.org

It’s a Scavenger Hunt!

Saturday, January 16, 2-3:30 p.m. Follow the clues in the library to find… the most fabulous object in the world (ok, it’s really just $25, but that’s pretty cool, too!) Work alone or bring a friend or two and see if you can decipher the clues. There will be smaller prizes given away as well, so even if you don’t win the 25 bucks, you’ll have a chance at winning something fun. Bring a camera if you can—we’ll have a few available to share. Space is limited for this event. Registra-tion is required. Register by contacting Mark at [email protected], or by calling the library at 303-795-3961.

January Teen Events

S top by the Children’s Room on Saturday, January 16 anytime between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. for some make and take crafty fun for kids in grades 1–5. No reservations

needed.

Drop-in Crafts

T hrill to another adventure on the library’s big screen on

Monday, January 4, 2 p.m. From the creators of Wallace

and Gromit, Shaun the Sheep gets more than he bargained for

when a day off leads to an epic adventure in the big city. Now it's

up to Shaun to safely return his farmer and flock to the green

grass of home. Snacks will be provided. For ages 3 and up.

Children under the age of 8 must attend with an adult. Rated PG. Running time: 84 minutes.

To reserve a spot, call 303-795-3961 and ask for the Children’s Room.

Movie Matinee: Shaun the Sheep Movie

B e sure to complete and turn in your “Warm up with a Good Book” reading

record by January 9. Independent readers in grades 1–5 who meet their winter reading pro-gram goals by completing a certain number of pages based on their grade level will receive a free book to keep, a certificate and some fun and yummy surprises. Many thanks to our generous sponsors: Inside Scoop Creamery 5654 S. Prince Street, Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza 50 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton Fire Department, and of course, the Friends of the Littleton Library and Museum.

Winter Reading Program Ends Jan. 9th

All Together Now Story Time

J oin us for a brand new story time beginning January 25. All Together Now Story Time is 30 minutes of stories, songs and activities especially designed

for 2–3 year olds and their caregivers. Older and younger children may attend, but children under the age of 3 must attend with an adult. All Together Now

Story Time will be held on Mondays at 9:30 a.m.

Weekly Programs resume on January 5.

All Together Now Story Time: Ages 3–5 Mondays at 9:30 a.m. beginning January 25 Thirty minutes of stories, songs and activities perfect for 2–3 year olds. Older and younger children may attend, but children under the age of 3 must attend with an adult.

Story Box: Ages infant–36 months Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. plus Fridays at 9:30 a.m. A 30-minute session for children and a caring adult to introduce the joys of rhythm, rhyme and reading. Space is limited; free required tickets are available one week in advance.

Preschool Story Time: Ages 3–Kindergarten Thursdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Thirty minutes of stories, songs and activities with a puppet show the first week of the month.

Ready, Set, BUILD Lego Club: For kids in grades K–5 Saturday, January 2 at 2 p.m. Legos will be provided, so please do not bring any blocks from home. Registration begins one week in advance.

Paws to Read: For kids in grades K–5 Saturday, January 9, 10 a.m.–noon Kids in grades K–5 practice reading to a visiting pet pal. Call 303-795-3961 to register for a 20-minute spot. Presented by Denver Pet Partners and the Delta Society.

Ongoing Programs

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Jan. Art Littleton Public Schools

Exhibit Elementary Art Show, Jan. 7-15

Friday, New Year’s Day

Jan. 1 LIBRARY CLOSED

Saturday, *Ready, Set, BUILD Lego Club,

Jan. 2 Grades K–5, 2 p.m.

Teen Movie, Maze Runner: The

Scorch Trials, PG-13, 2 p.m.

Monday, *Movie Matinee: Shaun the

Jan. 4 Sheep Movie, For ages 3 and up,

Rated PG, 2 p.m.

Senior Book Club, 2 p.m.

Tuesday, *Beginning Windows 10,

Jan. 5 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, *Saving & Finding Files,

Jan. 6 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, Open Computer Lab, 9:30–11 a.m.

Jan. 7

Preschool Story Time, 10:30 a.m.

International Conversation Circle,

Noon–1:30 p.m. on the lower level

Friday, *Story Box, 9:30 a.m.

Jan. 8


Bemis Knitting Group, 2 p.m.

Saturday, *Paws to Read, Grades K–5,

Jan. 9 10 a.m.–noon

Tuesday, *Beginning Word, MS Office ‘10

Jan. 12 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Surviving the Nepal Earthquake

& Other Adventures in Nepal,

7–8 p.m.

Wednesday, *Intermediate Word, MS

Jan. 13 Office ’10, 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.


Jan. 14





Jan. 15



Saturday, Drop-in Crafts, For kids in

Jan. 16 grades 1–5, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

*It’s a Scavenger Hunt, Teen

Event, 2–3:30 p.m.

Sunday, Coloring for Adults, 2–3:30 p.m.

Jan. 17

Monday, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Jan. 18 LIBRARY CLOSED

Tuesday, *Beginning Excel, MS Office ’10,

Jan. 19 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Lost Denver, 7–8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, *Intermediate Excel, MS

Jan. 20 Office ’10, 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.


Jan. 21




Senior Wii Bowling, 2–3 p.m.

Teen Gaming, 3:30 p.m.


Jan. 22



Teen Advisory Group, 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, Musical Moments at Sophie’s Place

Jan. 23 with Matthew Gurnsey, 2–3 p.m.

Monday, All Together Now Story Time,

Jan. 25 9:30 a.m.

Aging Well Resource Center Grab,

Gab & Go Event, 1:30–2 p.m.

The Astronaut’s Wives, 2–3 p.m.

Mon. Evening Book Group, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, *Smartphone & Tablet Workshop

Jan. 26 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, *Beginning PowerPoint, MS

Jan. 27 Office ’10, 9:30–11 a.m.

*Story Box, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.


Jan. 28





Jan. 29



Saturday, Saturday Movie Matinee:

Jan. 30 Everest, Rated PG-13, 2–4 p.m.

Monday, All Together Now Story Time,

Feb. 1 9:30 a.m.

Senior Book Club, 2 p.m.

*These programs require a reservation or ticket.

Please call 303-795-3961.

Specific program details can be found elsewhere

in this newsletter.

Schedule of Library Events BEMIS PUBLIC LIBRARY 6014 South Datura Street Littleton, Colorado 80120

Phone: 303-795-3961 Fax: 303-795-3996 TTY: 303-795-3913

Phone Renewal: 303-797-0566 Dial-a-Story: 303-795-3960

E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.littletongov.org/bemis Online Catalog: bemis.ent.sirsi.net

HOURS: M–Th 9–9; F–Sa 9–5; Su 1–5

If you are disabled and seeking an accommodation to participate in a Library program, please notify the Library one week in

advance in writing or call 303-795-3961 or TDD 303-795-3913.

Behind the Cover is published monthly by Bemis Public Library. Behind the Cover Designer/Editor: Julie Clark Kingery

Contributors: Bemis Library Staff

D on’t miss these library events coming next month:

Sisters of Courage: Homesteading the Rockies Tues., Feb. 9, 7–8:30 p.m.

Make a Valentine Bookmark! Thurs., Feb. 11, anytime between 3–6 p.m. or Sat., Feb. 13, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Musical Moments at Sophie’s Place–Hawaiian Love Songs with Keoni Coelho Sat., Feb., 13, 2–3 p.m.

*Yarn Craft: Learn to Knit Sat., Feb. 20, 10–11:30 a.m.

Antiques, Coins & Currency Appraisal Fair Sat., Feb. 20, Noon–5:00 p.m.

Dr. Lois: Woman Surgeon of China Mon., Feb. 22, 2–3 p.m.

Saturday Movie Matinee: The Martian Sat., Feb. 27, PG-13, 2–4 p.m.

*Registration is required for this program. Please call 303-795-3961.

Upcoming Events

C heck out all the ongoing fun stuff to do in the teen area!

STEAM Tuesday 2nd Tuesday of every month, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Each month we’ll feature a different gadg-et, from robot kits to electricity gadgets to computer programming.

Dungeons and Dragons 1st & 3rd Saturdays, noon We’ll provide the books and supplies; you supply the imagination and fun.

Board Game Friday 2nd Friday of every month, 3–4:30 p.m. We have a huge collection of board games for teens, Each month we’ll feature some-thing new.

Afternoon Activities in the Teen Area


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