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August 29, 2008
September 2008 Newsletter of the Berkeley Public Library
Berkeley Public Library Completes Branch Building Study and 3-year Service Plan!
Great line-up of children's programs
Together the Berkeley Public Library and the Berkeley YMCA are bringing you healthy minds and bodies . . .
It's Banned Books Week at the Berkeley Public Library: September 27 through October 4
BERKELEY PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF ART SHOW: September 30 through October 27
Sportswriter Dave Zirin Talks about his New Book
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August 26, 2008
Are you a person with a disability who needs assistance with a computer problem?
Up and Running program
Do you, or does someone you know, have a disability and need assistance with a computer problem? The Center for Accessible Technology provides in-home computer support at no cost to clients.
Visit our website http://cforat.org/at_work/up_and-running.htm or call us at 510-841-3224 for details.
August 23, 2008
WPA Public Reading
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As a follow-up to a very successful WPA Public Reading on Monday, August 18, 2008, 3:30-5:00 pm in Library Plaza, continue to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal: check out the New Deal Film Festival!
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August 8, 2008
BPL & BAM/PFA team up!
There is still time to get 20% off a Berkeley Art Museum/PFA Membership. All BPL library card holders are entitled to a discount on membership to Berkeley's renowned destination for art and cinema. This discount of 20% for the summer season will be available through Sept. 21st to anyone who presents a valid Berkeley Public Library card when applying for a new membership.
August 2008 Berkeley Public Library Newsletter
Read about:
Berkeley Public Library's Neighborhood Branches Bond Measure
How much Berkeley Loves Its Golden Bears . . . AND the Berkeley Public Library
How to Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal at Berkeley Public's Central Library
Upcoming music, sports, book, and business programs
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Training FOR Grantseekers at the Berkeley Public Library
Is your nonprofit organization seeking funding?
Come to a two-part workshop especially for beginning
grantseekers, taught by the Foundation Center. Class starts
with Grantseeking Basics, followed by a hands-on introduction
to the Foundation Directory Online. Grantseeking Basics covers
researching and applying for foundation grants and includes an
overview of the world of philanthropy, considerations before
applying for grants, and resources to research and prepare your
proposals. The Foundation Directory Online has information on
thousands of grantmakers and the funding they have given.
Call 510-981-6148 to register. Class is free, but registration
is required.
Wheelchair accessible. To request a sign language interpreter, real-time captioning, materials in large print or Braille, or other accommodations for this event, call 510-981-6106 or 510-548-1240 (TTY). At least 5 working days will help ensure availability. Please do not wear perfumes or scents to public meetings.
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