Under the Cupola

Memorial Day -- Library Closed

The library is closed on Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day.

Ironton, Ohio, lays claim to the nation's oldest continuously running Memorial Day parade. Its first parade was held May 5, 1868, and the town has held it every year since.

Thursday Thumbnails

Here are some photo highlights from the past two weeks in Camas Library Land.

Downsize Now!

Learn how to downsize your possessions at this workshop presented by sustainable organizing solutions professional Darci Lee. This program for seniors and baby boomers that want to slim down their belongings, organize, and possibly move is another in the Transforming Lives After 50 series. 

 

This presentation will help attendees:
•         Figure out a plan and where to start
•         Decide what to do with all the stuff
•         Deal with the physical and emotional aspects of the process
•         Working with the Mover
•         Moving Day
•         Settling In

Transforming Lives After 50 is a series of programs funded by the Washington State Library and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Call the library at 360.834.4692 or stop by the Service Desk to pre-register for this program that will take place Saturday, May 19 at 10:30 am in Meeting Room A.

Mastering the Art of Photo Sharing

Need help organizing and displaying your photos and other important memorabilia?  Come to this workshop devoted to learning how to share and care for your photographs.  Instructor Rita Norton, a Training Specialist with the Association of Personal Photo Organizers, tailors this workshop to meet the needs of those who seek to share their photos and digital images more effectively.

This workshop will take place Wednesday, May 16, 7-8:30 pm upstairs in Meeting Room A at the library.  Call the library at 360.834.4692 to register or sign up in person at the Service Desk. This program is part of the Transforming Life After 50 series funded by the Washington State Library and the Institute of Museum and Library Services

 

Capture the Bluebird of Happiness

Coming up at 10 am on June 2 at Saturday Adult Craft-o-Rama:

Capture the Bluebird of Happiness!

Yes, another bird-themed project!  This one is based on miniature vintage tart pans found at an estate sale several years ago.  All along, they wanted to be mini bird cages to hold on to the bluebird of happiness for you.

These little ornaments are so easy to make, but oh so cute to behold!  Come and make one with the group, then go home and round up those tart tins from the back of your cupboard and make a few more for your friends.

This program has become very popular, so be sure you pre-register soon by either calling the library at 360.834.4692, or by stopping by the library service desk.

All of the materials will be supplied, thanks to the generosity of the Friends and Foundation of the Camas Library.  All you need to bring are a small towel, wire cutters, and needle nosed pliers.

We hope to see you there, because it’s always fun to craft with friends!

 

Kill-A-Watt Now Available At CPL

     Kill-A-Watt electricity monitors are now available for checkout here at the library.

     What is a Kill-A-Watt? It is a device that allows you to see how much power your appliances are using. Just plug the Kill-A-Watt into an outlet, plug your appliances into it and let them run. The various buttons on the front will display the voltage, amperage, kilowatts, time elapsed, and more.

     From the Kill-A-Watt's packaging: "You can figure out your electricial expense by the day, week, month, or year. Evaluate the quality of the power provided from your utility company by monitoring voltage, line frequency, and power factor. Perfect for detecting voltage drops and brownout conditions before they damage delicate equipment. The knowledge you gain from Kill-A-Watt can save you thousands of dollars."

     Both Kill-A-Watts will be up front at the Circulation & Reference desks and can be checked out for a period of three days. Currently, we are not allowing holds. Give one a try!

Buy some books at the Friends and Foundation Book Sale

Buy some books at the FFCL Spring Book Sale this Friday, April 20 from noon to 6 p.m. or Saturday, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. upstairs in the library meeting rooms. 

                            Or pick up a whole Bag of Books for 5 Bucks at 
                            the Bag Sale from 3 - 4 p.m. on Saturday.

Time's Running Out For Free Tax Help!

     Just a reminder that the VITA volunteers will be here to provide free assistance in preparing your tax returns just three more times before packing it up for another year. They will be here Thursday, Friday, and Monday the 16th from 1 to 5 PM.

     On filing day, Tuesday the 17th, AARP will be available at the following locations and times:

        The Cascade Park Library from 12 to 4

        The Three Creeks Library from 1 to 5

        The Marshall Center from 12 to 4

 

Fly!

This simple jewelry project first started out as just the bird’s nest, but it seemed to need something more.  In thinking about bird nests, and home, and growing, and flight, all bird “things”, think about how we love our nests. Some of us love our nests too much and need to learn to fly.  We do it as children when we start school, go off to college, get our first job.  We do it as adults getting jobs, having children, learning new skills.  Which is what we do at Craft-o-Rama!  So this pendant is in honor of all of you who gather together each month here at the library to learn a new skill.

This craft will be taught at Saturday Adult Craft-o-Rama on Saturday, May 5.  We will meet in upstairs meeting room A at 10 am and craft until 1 pm.

All materials for this project will be provided.  Please bring small wire cutters and needle nose pliers if you have them.

Be sure to pre-register if you wish to attend, either by calling the library at 360.834.4692, or stopping at the public service desk.  Space is limited so sign up soon!

 

Remember, it’s always fun to craft with friends!

 

Questions?  Call me (Judy) at 360.817.7206.

 

5 Steps to a Successful Retirement

Successful retirement is uppermost in the minds of many of us over 50.  Dynamic speaker and informed personal finance commentator Julia Anderson will present this workshop aimed at offering women a step-by-step approach to planning for the future, saving, budgeting and investing with confidence.  Although geared toward women, men are welcome, too.

Anderson’s personal story of becoming 60 and single brings impact to her message that women can successfully retire on their own terms.  At her Web site sixtyandsingle.com she addresses the many challenges facing women over 60. 

This program is one in the Transforming Life after 50 series funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Washington State Library.