By Erin Thomasson
All Ages
Make a Valentine
Fri., Feb. 12, 3:30 p.m.
All ages. Create shimmery, glittery valentines for family and friends! All the shine and glimmer will be provided. We will also be sharing Valentine”'s Day stories.
Children”'s Programs
Cuentos y Canciones/World Language Storytime: Spanish
Thur., Feb. 4”“Feb. 25, 6 p.m.
Para niños de 2 años en adelante. Comparta y disfrute con sus niños libros, cuentos, rimas y música en español. *
For children ages 2 & up. Share books, stories, rhymes and music in Spanish.
Waxbarasho iyo Ciyaar Caruureed Af-Soomaali ah/Somali Play and Learn
Fri., Feb. 5, 10:30 a.m.
Kids through preschool. Dhammaan caruurta ka yar da”' dugsi. Ka soo qaybgal sheekooyin caruur, heeso iyo hawlo waxbarasho. Join us for stories, songs and activities! ******
What Can You Do With Money?
Fri., Feb. 5, 4 p.m.
Grades 4-5. Want to buy that new video game or doll? Or would you like to save, invest or share it with those less fortunate than you? Develop a financial plan and learn how best to use your money to reach that goal. **
Kids Book Club
Fri., Feb. 26, 4 p.m.
Grades 4-6. Join other kids to talk about a great book! No pre-reading required! We will share a story and discuss.

Teen Programs
Filmmaking Workshop
Tue., Feb. 2”“16, 6 p.m.
Grade 6 & up. Filmmaker and artist Antonio Rodriguez will show you how to formulate ideas, create a script, film, edit and upload your video to YouTube. No experience necessary, but attendance at all three sessions is expected.
Game On! Gaming Tuesdays
Tue., Feb. 2 – 23, 4”“6 p.m.
Grade 6 & up. Play PS2 or Wii games at the library! Grab a friend, bring your favorite board or card game, or play ours!
Game On! Gaming Wednesdays
Wed., Feb. 3 – 24, 4”“5 p.m.
Grade 6 and up. Play PS2 or Wii games at the library! Grab a friend, bring your favorite board or card game, or play ours!
Teen Center Reading Club
Wed., Feb. 3 – 24, 5”“6 p.m.
Grade 6 & up. Come get cozy! Stretch out on the couches, chairs, or floor and settle in to read aloud or just listen – books, short stories, current events, it”'s up to you. No need to read anything ahead of time.
Design Club
Thur., Feb. 4 – 25, 4”“6 p.m.
Grade 6 & up. Get creative! Design and take home T-shirts, posters, jewelry, magnets and other creations. Check out the posters at Franklin Library to see what project is coming up!
Group Games
Thur., Feb. 4 & 18, 6 ”“7 p.m.
Grade 6 & up. No consoles needed! Learn social games designed for large groups of all ages: Charades, Wink, Mafia, Whiz Bam, Thumper, Taboo and others. Sure to make you laugh!
Music Listening Club
Thur., Feb. 4 & 18, 7 ”“ 8 p.m.
Grade 6 & up. Listen to the sounds of Kanye West, Mos Def, NAS and local artists such as Desdemona, Brother Ali and more! Focus will be on the lyrics, reading them as poems and listening to the way they”'re recited through the songs.
Movement and Dance Studio
Thur., Feb. 11 & 25, 6 ”“ 8 p.m.
Grade 6 & up. Time to move the furniture aside and practice dance moves, learn new ones, do yoga, create choreography and lots more!

Adult Programs
Health Information: How to Find and Use it
Sa., Feb. 6, noon”“1 p.m.
Learn to locate reliable and authoritative information online on diseases, treatment options, healthcare providers and medications.
Seniors Play Reading Group
Friday, Feb. 12, 10:30a.m.”“12:30 p.m.
Join us for a stimulating morning of reading and discussing some of the great plays of our heritage. For additional information, call the library, 952-847-2925. Presented in collaboration with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Nonfiction Book Discussions for Elder Learners
Fri., Feb. 12, 1”“3 p.m.
Join us for a stimulating discussion of nonfiction books. For additional information, call the library, 952-847-2925.
Memoir Writing Group
Thur., Feb. 18, 12:30”“2 p.m.
Would you like to create a record of your personal history? Bring what you have written and are willing to read to the group – for helpful comments and suggestions. Contact Franklin Library staff at 952-847-2925 if interested.
Circulo de Lectores en Español para Adultos/Spanish-Language Book Club for Adults
Sat., Feb. 20, 11 a.m.”“noon
Participa en el Circulo de Lectores para leer con nosotros las mejores novelas Latinoamericanas por escritores Latinos. Para más información llama 952-847-5648. Participants will read and discuss the greatest Latin American novels written by Latinos. Call 952-847-5648.

Phillips Technology Center:
Register online for these classes and more at www.hclib.org or call 952-847-2925
Computer Basics Workshop
Thur., Feb. 4 & 25, 12-2 p.m. and Fri..Learn and bring questions about basic mouse and keyboarding skills, creating an e-mail account, using the Internet and scanning (where available).
Microsoft PowerPoint: Basics
Thur., Feb. 4 & 25, 6”“8 p.m.
Learn to create presentations and use the menus and toolbars to create a basic slide show.
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2
Fri., Feb. 5, 10a.m. ”“ noon p.m.
Learn to cut, copy and paste text; correct spelling and grammar; basic file management.
Senior Surf Day
Wed., Feb. 17, 10:30 a.m. ”“ 12:30 p.m.
Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®.
Fasal Kumbuyuutar Af-Soomaali ah/Computer Class in Somali
Sat., Feb. 20, 1”“2 p.m.
Ka baro fasalkan sida loo isticmaalo kumbuyuutarka. Ka baro adeegsiga Microsoft Word, Intaraneedka, iimeylka, xog-kaydiyaha iyo kaataloogga Maktabadda Degmada Hennepin. Fasalkaaan waa lacag la”'aan wuxuuna ku bixi doonaa Af-Soomaali. Wac Warsame Hassan, 952.847.5662, wixii faahfaahin ah.
Learn the basics about computers. Learn how to use Microsoft Word, the Internet, e-mail, and the Hennepin County Library catalog and databases. The classes are free and will be taught in Somali. For more information, call 952.847.5662.
Microsoft PowerPoint: Multimedia Tips
Fri., Feb. 26, 10 a.m. ”“ noon p.m.
Use multimedia tips and tricks such as auto transitions, audio and video to dress up your presentations. Prerequisite: Microsoft PowerPoint: Basics or familiarity with presentation software is highly recommended.

Franklin Learning Center: 952-847-2934
The Franklin Learning Center offers free, one-to-one tutoring for adults who are learning English and math, preparing for the GED and citizenship exams, and gaining life skills. We are always looking for community volunteers! No experience necessary; we provide training and materials. Contact us at 952-847-2934.

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