News Release Nicholson Memorial Library System

Tweens Use Binary Code to Make Jewelry at Garland Libraries

Tweens ages 10 to 13 can develop their STEAM technology skills by making binary code jewelry and key chains at the Nicholson Memorial Library System’s Tween Scene events in September.

Tween Scene is a program series designed for youth ages 10 through 13, which consists of activities related to fun and interesting themes. Participants also receive book recommendations based on each theme. The program takes place twice a month at various library locations on Thursday afternoons and evenings.

Attendees at the September Tween Scene events will discover books about computer coding, then use binary code to spell their names and make bracelets, key chains, or necklaces. The first Tween Scene takes place at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 1, at the South Garland Branch Library, with the second occurring at 4 p.m. on Sept. 8, at the North Garland Branch Library.

The South Garland Branch Library is located at 4845 Broadway Blvd., at Oates Road. The North Garland Branch Library is located at 3845 N. Garland Ave., at Apollo Road. Please be aware that photographs and video may be taken at Library programs for use in print and/or electronic media at the Library’s discretion. For more information, call 972-205-3933.

Kids Make Geometric Paintings at Garland Library

Children can create their own geometric paintings at Art Explorers, a monthly program for children ages 6 through 12 presented by the Nicholson Memorial Library System. The event takes place at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3, at the Walnut Creek Branch Library.

Children attending Art Explorers learn about different types of art, then use their new skills to create their own masterpieces. At the September event, participants will learn how to use a geometric compass, then pair the compass with a watercolor paint brush to make their own circular paintings.

Registration is required to attend each Art Explorer program and is limited to 24 participants. Registration may be completed by phone or in person at the Walnut Creek Branch Library beginning two weeks prior to each event. The Walnut Creek Branch Library is located at 3319 Edgewood Drive, in Garland. All supplies are provided by the library. Please be aware that photographs and video may be taken at Library programs for use in print and/or electronic media at the Library’s discretion. For more information on this program, please call 972-205-2585.

Kids Make Geometric Paintings at Garland Library

Children can create their own geometric paintings at Art Explorers, a monthly program for children ages 6 through 12 presented by the Nicholson Memorial Library System. The event takes place at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3, at the Walnut Creek Branch Library.

Children attending Art Explorers learn about different types of art, then use their new skills to create their own masterpieces. At the September event, participants will learn how to use a geometric compass, then pair the compass with a watercolor paint brush to make their own circular paintings.

Registration is required to attend each Art Explorer program and is limited to 24 participants. Registration may be completed by phone or in person at the Walnut Creek Branch Library beginning two weeks prior to each event. The Walnut Creek Branch Library is located at 3319 Edgewood Drive, in Garland. All supplies are provided by the library. Please be aware that photographs and video may be taken at Library programs for use in print and/or electronic media at the Library’s discretion. For more information on this program, please call 972-205-2585.

Teens Paint with Light at Garland Library

Teens with an interest in technology have the opportunity to further their knowledge of the STEAM concepts of science, technology, and art at the Nicholson Memorial Library System’s Light Painting for Teens event. The program, which focuses on long exposure photography, takes place from 4 to 5 p.m., on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at the Central Library.

Event participants will learn about the properties of light and how long exposure cameras work. Then, using iPads, a special long exposure app, and glow sticks, teens will take unique, “painted light” photos they can print out or email to themselves.

This event is free and open to teens ages 13 through 17. The Central Library is located at 625 Austin St., in Downtown Garland. Please be aware that photographs and video may be taken at Library programs for use in print and/or electronic media at the Library’s discretion. For more information, call 972-205-2516.

Adults Invited to Color at Garland Libraries

Adult coloring is one of the most popular trends today. In addition to being a great way to relax and de-stress, it’s just plain fun. Drop in to any one of the library’s four adult coloring programs and try it for yourself. The library provides all the supplies; you provide the creativity.

2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 3,

Central Library, 625 Austin St., 972-205-2501

6:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 8,

Walnut Creek Branch Library, 3319 Edgewood Drive, 972-205-2587

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 13,

North Garland Branch Library, 3845 North Garland Ave., 972-205-2803

6:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 29,

South Garland Branch Library, 4845 Broadway Blvd., 972-205-3931

These events are open to adults ages 18 and older. Children may attend if accompanied by an adult. Please be aware that photographs and video may be taken at Library programs for use in print and/or electronic media at the Library’s discretion. For more information, call 972-205-2501.

Garland Library Hosts a Puppet Show for Seniors

Senior citizens can enjoy a puppet show relating the experiences of Mimi, a Red Hatter, who at 76 is entering the world of online dating. The show is part of the Nicholson Memorial Library’s Senior Social Hour and will take place at 2 p.m., on Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Central Library, 625 Austin St., in Downtown Garland.

The puppet show, Tea & Crumpets with Mimi, is an adult cabaret-style comedy, featuring Mimi and her saucy French maid Babette. Seniors will laugh along with the feisty Mimi as she tries online dating for the first time.

Tea & Crumpets with Mimi is performed by Sandra McLean of S and D Puppetry. Ms. McLean served as the coordinator of the puppetry program for the Dallas Public Library’s Children’s Center for five years. She is a member of both the Lone Star Puppet Guild and Puppeteers of America.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Senior Social Hour programs are free and open to anyone 55 years of age and older. Donations of gently used books and media for the Friends of the Library book sale will be accepted during the program. No registration is required to attend the event, but seats do fill up quickly. Doors open 30 minutes prior to performance. Please be aware that photographs and video may be taken at Library programs for use in print and/or electronic media at the Library’s discretion. Call 972-205-2502 for more information.

Garland Libraries Introduce Mobile Printing

Garland Libraries now offer patrons the convenience of mobile printing using a personal computer, tablet, or smartphone, while visiting a library location or from home, office, or on-the-go. All that is needed is a library card, a personal email address, 15¢ cash per page printed (or 50¢ cash per color page), and the ability to travel to a library location within three hours to retrieve the document.

Patrons may choose to print through one of three methods:

* By emailing a print job to the chosen library location

* By using PrinterOn, a free mobile printing app for iOS, Android, and other devices * By visiting the Library’s web portal at www.library.garlandtx.gov, and then clicking on Mobile Printing and following the instructions

To determine the best printing method for a specific print job, please visit the library web portal.

It is important to note that a print job cannot be revised once it is sent to a library. The mobile printing user visits the library location within three hours to access a print release workstation. After entering his email address and inserting cash for the print job, the document prints out.

For complete instructions on the library’s mobile printing service, visit www.library.garlandtx.gov or call 972-205-2501.