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Guatemala by Chicken Bus

Submitted by Becker on January 18, 2011 - 1:25pm
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Ever thought about visiting Guatemala? Or just want to take a virtual trip to someplace warm during the cold weather? Join us as we journey to Guatemala with Anna Winkel!

In the fall of 2008 and spring of 2009, Anna, a local librarian, spent 8 months traveling, studying, and volunteering in Guatemala. In this travel slide show, you'll journey by chicken bus from the old capital city of Antigua to the shores of Lago Atitlan to the mountains of Alta Verapaz. Bring your questions about where to go, what to see, and how to get around--by chicken bus or otherwise! Food samples will be included!

Introduction to Feng Shui

Submitted by Becker on January 14, 2011 - 2:32pm
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Ever wanted to learn more about the art of Feng Shui? Here's a program for you!

During my first week as a librarian, I had a young man ask me for books about "fun joy" decorating. We eventually figured out that he really wanted books on Feng Shui. If you too are curious about this art that examines how the energy of space and objects impacts everyday life, join us on Wednesday, January 19 at 6:00 p.m. at the Ross-Cherry Creek branch for this one-hour introduction.

Easy Steps to Managing Money for Financial Success

Submitted by Becker on January 10, 2011 - 9:31am
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Dr. Taffy Wagner

Does your money work for you or against you? Join us to find out how to make your money work for you!

Money is a tool that everyone uses every day. But are you using it in the best way? Join Certified Educator of Personal Finance, Dr. Taffy Wagner, and learn how to make your money work for you! This event is happening on Sunday, January 16 at 2:00 p.m. at the Schlessman Family Branch.

Want to read more about personal finance? Try the 332 section of your local library, or look for some of these titles:

Stitch the World Together

Submitted by Tara on January 5, 2011 - 10:43pm
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Knit Hats

Sylvia Montoya, former owner of Posh, a Yarn Boutique, returns with "fiberlicious" ideas for knitting with purpose. She'll show you projects to make and tell you about some local organizations that accept them. Bring size 7 or 8 needles (double point or 16 inch) on Saturday, January 15 at 1 p.m. to the Bear Valley Branch Library and Sylvia will help you get started on a hat.

Some knitting books are all about making hats and caps. Next time you are in your Library, look for the call number 746.43204!

Around the World Trip

Submitted by Tara on January 4, 2011 - 10:49pm
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What do you do with an around the world plane ticket? Come find out how to plan such a big trip and see photos from the various destinations visited by Kevin Ward and Jennifer Speer on Thursday, March 24, at 2 p.m. at the Schlessman Family Branch Library.

Planning your own adventure? Browse your local library's Travel section for all the latest travel guides from Frommer's, Fodor's, Lonely Planet, Let's Go, Eyewitness, Rick Steves and more! Can't afford a trip? Travel the world from your couch with a Travel DVD or memoir!

Around the World Voyage Memoirs:

Blood Drive at Bear Valley

Submitted by Tara on December 29, 2010 - 7:28pm
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Helen Bonfils & George Somnes, Call Number: Rh-1241, WHG Collection

Give the gift of life - donate blood. Each week, Bonfils Blood Center needs more than 4,000 donors to meet the needs of our community and to be prepared in case of an emergency. Give blood on Thursday, January 6, 1:00-6:30 p.m at the Bear Valley Branch Library.

To schedule an appointment, please call (303) 363-2300 or visit their website.

Sit and Knit

Submitted by Tara on December 28, 2010 - 3:47pm
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Join a group that is sure to please any fiber maven on January 4, 2011 from 10-12 a.m. at the Bear Valley Branch Library. If you are an experienced knitter, this is your opportunity to share your knowledge and if you’re a beginner, this is your chance to increase your knitting know-how. Fiber hosts: Kathy Orth and Charlotte Updike.

The library has books for knitters of all skill levels!

It Was a Very Good Year- in the Fresh City Life kitchen!

Submitted by Simone on December 18, 2010 - 1:21pm
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Colorado Trout waiting to by fried up by Chef Daniel

Last cooking demo of the year, Saturday, December 18, 1:30 p.m. in the B2 Conference Center.

Fresh City Life has an early holiday present for you! We've added all of the 2010 cooking demo recipes to our denverlibrary.org/recipes website as downloadable PDFs you can now view, print off and make at home!

This year has been full of amazing chefs teaching delightful dishes, and now you have access to those dishes whether you attended the class or not.

Here are some highlights of the 2010 cooking demos:

New Irish Cuisine Cooking Series in February and March- Chef Jessica Gaydos taught us about the potato famine, soda bread, and boxty, a very starchy yet delicious fried potato dish.

Classical String Quartet

Submitted by Tara on December 15, 2010 - 8:25am
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Enjoy a lovely string quartet playing the holiday sounds of the season on Thursday, December 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bear Valley Branch Library.

Recently Released String Quartet Music:

No Bake Healthy Family Snacks

Submitted by Tara on December 10, 2010 - 4:00am
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Learn how to feed your family fun and healthy snacks that they’ll be excited to make AND to eat on Saturday, December 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the Ross-University Hills Branch Library.

For Even More Recipes:

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