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January 2015 Collegedale Public Library

The Library will be closed Thursday, January 1 for New Years and Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Collegedale Public Library 2015 Author Visit Schedule

The Friends of Collegedale Public Library has established its 2015 schedule of author visits, beginning with Klaus Luehring on Sunday, January 18 @ 3:00. Mr. Luehring will discuss his biography "Unexpected Odyssey: Danzig to Tennessee," which covers his European childhood during World War II to his modern life in Tennessee.

Future visits:

Sunday, March 15 @ 3:00 -- Susan Gregg Gilmore, best selling author of such books as "Looking for Salvation at the Dairy Queen" and "The Funeral Dress"
Sunday, April 17 @ 3:00 -- Maury Nicely, Chattanooga native and attorney. Author of "East Tennessee Walking Tour and Historic Guide."
Sunday, July 19 @ 3:00 -- Dr. Judith Nembhardt, whose works include "Mr. Michael: Journeying with My Special Son" and "Myra's Calling."
Sunday, September 20 @ 3:00 -- Ellen Phillips, writer of "Shocked, Appalled, and Dismayed! How to Write Letters of Complaint That Get Results" and "Fight Back and Win."
Sunday, November 15 @ 3:00 -- Jack Blanco, former dean of the School of Religion at Southern Adventist University and author of "The Clear Word." A documentary on his life, The Jack Blanco Story, was released in 2014.

Technology Training to Commence in January

The Library will begin technology training classes the week of January 26-30. There is a backlog of attendees, but if you want to attend future sessions, call or sign-up at the Library. Those who have placed their names on the sign-up sheet will be contacted in early January regarding start times.

If you have any questions or recommendations, contact Paul Wilson @

(423) 396-9300 or paul.wilson@collegedalepubliclibrary.org.

Homeschooler 2015 National Geographic Geo Bee

The Collegedale Public Library is sponsoring Hamilton County homeschoolers for the National Geographic 2015 Geo Bee. The competition is open for students between 4th and 8th grade. A practice session will be held Thursday, January 15 @ 1:30 and the competition itself will occur Thursday, January 29 @ 1:30.

For details, call Judy Luster @ 396-9300. Homeschoolers can register at the Library, and there is a $10 registration fee per student.

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Book Discussion Group Selections

1st Sunday

January 4 @ 3:00

1st Thursday

January 8 @ 12:00

1st Sunday

February 1 @ 3:00

Children's Programs

Baby Talk: For babies up to 18 months. Year round except during April and May. Thursdays @ 10:30

Toddler Time: For toddlers 18-35 months and their parents/caregivers. Year round except during April and May. Wednesdays @ 10:30

Preschool Story Time: For ages 3-5, featuring 30 minutes of stories, finger plays, and other activities. Mondays & Tuesdays @ 10:30, Tuesdays @ 2:30

Collegedale Kids Club: For school-aged children, featuring 1 hour of stories, craft, film, and activities. Wednesdays @ 4:00

First Wednesday Therapy Dog Visit: Naysa will visit the Library the first Wednesday of the month. Wednesday, January 7 @ 4:00

2nd Thursday Lego Club: Lego Club for tweens 9 and older. Come build and share ideas. Thursday, January 8 @ 4:00

Tween Circle: Tween version of Teen Circle for homeschool tweens. 1st & 3rd Fridays, January 2 & 16 from 1:00 to 2:00.

Teen Circle: Fun and fellowship for homeschool teens. 1st & 3rd Fridays, January 2 & 16 from 2:00 to 4:00.

Book Club: For tweens and interested readers, the Library is hosting a book club discussion of The Storm in the Barn. Monday, January 12 @ 4:00.

Adult Programs

FAFSA Completion Workshop: It's that time of year again. For those interested in financial aid assistance, a local representative will outline this year's changes and introduce the program to new students and parents. Saturday, January 31 from 2:00-4:00

Tennessee Stars: TNStars College Savings 529 Program is Tennessee's own 529 program established by the Tennessee Treasury Department. The program offers parents and other relatives investment options and tax advantages to save for a child's college expenses. The Library will host a representative who will outline the program and answer any questions. Monday, January 26 @ 5:30

String Theory Knitting Club: Calling all knitters, crocheters, and other yarn artists! Come join us for a program for all yarn crafters. We'll be sharing our past and current projects, information on our favorite materials and suppliers, and favorite pattern sources. This program is open to all ages and abilities (including wannabe yarn geeks!). So bring your questions, comments, and current WIP (work in progress). This new regular program meets every other Saturday, so mark your calendars. Saturday, January 10 and Saturday, January 24 @ 2:00

I Geek Smocking: Sit and sew demonstration. Watch, learn, and participate with Capi Cohen and the Scenic City Smockers. Sunday, January 11 from 3:00-5:00

1st Thursday Free Family Film @ 4:00

First Thursday

January 8 @ 4:00

A group of sympathetic humans help a dolphin with a damaged tail in this heartwarming sequel to the surprise 2011 hit. Inspired by actual events. 107 minutes. Rated PG