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On the Same Page
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While you’re at the Library, pick up a copy of Alex & Me: How a Scientist and a Parrot Uncovered a
Hidden World of Animal Intelligence—and Formed a Deep Bond in the Process by Irene M.
Pepperberg. Alex & Me, the 2011 selection for the community-wide reading program On the Same Page,
explores the fascinating science of animal intelligence and the emotional bond between animals and
humans. Read it and participate in discussions throughout February and March. Meet the author at
the Main Library on Saturday, March 5, at 2:00 p.m.! Visit the
On the Same Page website
for more information.
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Parrot Party February 5
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Calling Parrotheads of all ages! Help us kick off the 10th Annual On The Same Page community reading
program with a Parrot Party at the Cincinnati Zoo. Learn all about these amazing birds and see the
Zoo's parrots in action! All activities are free with Zoo membership or admission on Saturday,
February 5 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Frisch’s Theatre, 3400 Vine St., 513-281-4700.
After the program, be sure to pick up a copy of Alex & Me and start reading.
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Discover "The American Teenager"
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Photojournalist Robin Bowman will discuss her book, It's Complicated: The American Teenager,
a collection of 419 photographs and interviews with teenagers from every region of the country
and every socioeconomic group. Learn more about her fascinating journey into the teenage psyche on
Tuesday, February 22, at 6:30 p.m. in the Main Library’s Reading Garden Lounge.
Visit our website for more infomation.
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Honoring Black History Month
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2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War. Find out more about the struggle for
freedom from slavery and the contributions of African Americans during the war. Discussions will take
place in the Genealogy and Local History Department on Saturdays, February 5, 12 & 19,
from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library.
Visit our website for more infomation.
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Chinese New Year Celebration
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Ring in the Year of the Rabbit at the Main Library's Chinese New Year Celebration on
Saturday, February 5, from 1:00-4:00 p.m., in the Children's Learning Center. Meet
teachers visiting from Liuzhou, China—one of Cincinnati's Sister Cities—and have fun
with Chinese calligraphy, crafts, games, music, a dragon dance and more! Sponsored by the
Cin-Liu Sister City Committee. Visit our website for more infomation.
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Learn Something New Today!
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Knowledge is power. Why not learn something new today? The Library now offers over 500 free online
continuing education classes through UniversalClass™. These self-paced, non-credit personal
and professional development classes are led by real instructors who will give you continuous feedback
on your progress. Enroll now in up to 5 courses in topics ranging from "Effective Communication 101"
and "CPT Coding for Beginners" to
"Yoga",
"Stress Management", and
"Economics: Complete Edition".
For more a complete schedule of courses and to sign up,
visit the Library's website.
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Love Your Librarian?
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SWON Libraries is seeking nominations for several awards to honor libraries and library staff
in the Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky area. This is your opportunity to recognize information
professionals and libraries in the region. Nominations are welcomed from anyone who has a great
story to tell about libraries and library staff. The deadline for nominations is February 11, 2011.
Descriptions of the five awards and instructions for submitting nominations
can be found here.
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Calligraphy Guild Work on View
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To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Greater Cincinnati Calligraphy Guild, the Library will be
hosting an exhibit of approximately 40 banners, books, quilts, framed art and wedding displays by guild members.
The exhibit will be on view in the Atrium at the Main Library from February 1 through March 10.
Be sure to stop by the Main Library Reading Garden on Saturday, February 12, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
to receive a Valentine and have it hand-lettered by a member of the Greater Cincinnati Calligraphy Guild.
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