Library offers wide range of programs

From a magic show to job search help, it's here

     DERBY - The CT Works Career Coach will return to the Derby Public Library from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 15. During both the morning session, 10-noon and the afternoon session, 1-3 p.m., instructors will offer Job Search Assistance.
    Learn  where to look for jobs, how to get the job you want, and how to search for jobs on the Internet.  The workshop is free and open to the public.
       Registration is requested; walk-ins will be welcomed on a first come ,first served basis.
    The CT Works Career Coach is a project of The WorkPlace, Inc. operated by Career Resources.

It’s magic!

    The library invites adults 18 and over to an Evening of Magic at 6:30 p.m. June 18. Local magician Bryan Lizotte will amaze and astound his audience with a combination of both close-up and stand-up magic tricks.
     This is a great opportunity to rediscover the child in you.  This program is part of the series, Monday Evening Escapes and Escapades, being offered every Monday throughout the summer.  Registration is requested.
     All 2012 Library summer programming is being made possible through the
 generous sponsorship of the Jane C. and David B. Cohen Fund through the Valley
 Community Foundation , in memory of David B. Cohen.
      
Basic computing class
 
     The library continues to offer free monthly walk-in basic computer classes.  They are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. and the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
    This introductory 90-minute class, taught by library staff, covers computer hardware, Windows, basic word processing and Internet searching.
     No reservations are accepted and there is a seven seat limit per class.  June class dates are 10 a.m. June 19 and 6:30 p.m. June 20.

 Free career workshops

     The library continues to host free career development workshops presented by the Connecticut Department of Labor.
     From 10 a.m.- noon June 20, the topic will be “10 Things Every Job Seeker Should Know.” The presentation will include discussion of job search myths, facts, and keys to success.
     For information on any of the above, stop by the library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.