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Thursday, 26 August 2010 12:52 |
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The Norman Public Library continues its tradition of bringing Hispanic culture from around the world inside its walls during its eighth annual Hispanic Heritage Festival Sept. 10 and 12 at the library, 225 N. Webster Ave.
The event will be divided into a two-day presentation, with an opening Gala Friday evening and the Festival itself Sunday afternoon. Both events are free and open to the public.
The weekend begins with the Hispanic Heritage Gala, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. The Gala will be part of September’s edition of the Norman Arts Council’s Second Friday Circuit of Art Series.
Returning for the Gala will be Colombian pianist Jose Luis Tono, who will perform on a Steinway baby grand piano set up in the center of the library.
Tono specializes in a variety of musical styles, including classical, America, Latin and Caribbean music. Now a Norman resident, Tono originally is from Cartagena, Colombia. He studied music and piano at Escuela de Bellas Artes from Cartegena de Indias in Colombia and also studied under the pianist Mercedes Vazquez and Adolfo Mejia, a famous Colombian composer.
In 2000, he was honored by the Colombian government with the “Pedro Romero” medal for artistic merit, and in 2002 was named “Outstanding Artist of the Year” by the American Federation of Musicians. He has recorded five compact discs and has performed concerts in Colombia, Panama, Cuba and the United States.
Elizabeth Stowe will offer her Venezuelan-inspired cuisine for guests at the Gala. The food will be served during breaks in Tono’s performance.
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Wednesday, 18 August 2010 11:12 |
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The Norman Public Library is set to begin its fall Prime Time literacy series on Thursday nights this fall. The six-week series takes place 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays Sept. 2 through Oct. 7 at the library, 225 N. Webster Ave.
The story time is designed for parents and children ages 6-10. Each week, storytellers and discussion leaders present illustrated humanities–themed stories to the families. Families then will read aloud together and discuss related topics.
“Our library has been a place that embraces the idea of families bonding together around books,” said Charlotte Gordon, Community Outreach Coordinator for the Norman Public Library. “We are extremely excited about offering this opportunity for families to learn and practice new literacy skills. We also get a chance to showcase the abundance of the library’s materials, resources and services.”
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Tuesday, 17 August 2010 12:42 |
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 Science Cafe Norman will return from its summer hiatus on September 2, when Leonard Billingsley of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) will speak on the topic of "Gamma Ray Logging and Monitoring Wells." Mr. Billingsley's work with the OCC deals with the detection of leaks in underground wells, including those beneath gas stations. Mr. Billingsley developed a technology that uses the detection of gamma rays as a tool for seeking out leaks.
As always, the community is invited to attend Science Cafe Norman and be a part of this community science discussion.
Science cafes are a nation-wide grassroots movement that feature a casual meeting environment where plain language and inclusive conversation create a comfortable atmosphere for people with no science background to learn about ongoing scientific research. To learn more about this growing movement, click here.
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Monday, 16 August 2010 07:38 |
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The Norman Public Library offers local residents tips for avoiding Identity Theft during a program at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, at the library, 225 N. Webster Ave.
The program is part of the Pioneer Library System’s Smart Investing @ Your Library series, which continues with several programs this fall.
The program for adults will provide an overview of common identity theft practices, tools for preventing identity theft and specific steps for victims of these kinds of crimes to take in order to minimize damage.
The class will be taught by Cody Buchholz of Tinker Federal Credit Union.
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Monday, 16 August 2010 00:00 |
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 In gyms and fitness centers around the world Zumba has people getting fit to Latin music. Zumba is a dance fitness program that combines Latin and international music to make exercise fun. Now this wildly popular exercise option is coming to the Norman Public Library, with free classes at 7:30 p.m. every Monday evening in August except August 23. Certified Zumba instructor Caryn Hales will teach these classes that combine dance moves derived from salsa, tango, meringue, and more with aerobics.
No registration is required but every participant must sign a waiver before each class begins. These routines are high-energy and high-impact so always check with your doctor before beginning any new exercise regimen.
For more information about this event or any of the programs and services offered at the library, call 701-2620 or visit the library. The Norman Public Library is operated by the Pioneer Library System. |
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Tuesday, 10 August 2010 15:48 |
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 The South Canadian Model Railroad Club and Oklahoma N-Rail will turn the Norman Public Library’s Lowry Room into a land of trains during the library’s Train Days Saturday and Sunday at the library, 225 N. Webster Ave.
Train Days runs during the library’s regular hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday.
The clubs, based in Oklahoma City, have shown exhibits throughout Oklahoma for years, including a longtime display at Crossroads Mall.
Registration is not required and there is no charge for admission to the exhibit.
For more information on this or other activities at the Norman Public Library, call 701-2600 |
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