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Job Searching and Business Marketing with ReferenceUSA Database
If you are a job seeker or a business owner, don't miss out on this free training session. Learn to use ReferenceUSA to job search in different geographical areas and industries. Find out how to identify key contacts, and to create customized marketing lists for your needs.Date: Wednesay, June 16, 2010
Time: 2:00-3:15PM
Location: the Internet Lab
Space is limited. Register online.
Jun 03, 2010
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Be Green for Audiobook Month!
June is Audiobook Month! Join our "green" friends to celebrate this occasion. Choose a format that suits you — books on CD, MP3-CD, Playaway, downloadable, or cassette. Rest your eyes and let your ears do the reading!
Jun 01, 2010
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Read When You're On the Go!
What better way to gear up for a vacation or day at the park than with a downloadable audiobook or eBook! Explore CPL's eBook collection and discover a whole new way to read! This 24/7 library is convenient, easy, and fun!
May 21, 2010
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Download an Audiobook to Your Apple Device!
OverDrive's free app enables over-the-air MP3 audiobook downloads on iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch from CPL's eAudiobook collection. With OverDrive Media Console for iPhone, after logging in to My Account on CPL's eBook website, you can wirelessly download any MP3 audiobook to your Apple device.
May 17, 2010
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Transfer an eBook to a Reader
Wonder how to transfer an eBook from CPL's collection to a reader after check-out? Just a few simple steps. Load the Adobe Digital Editions to your computer; create an Adobe ID and activate your computer and device with the same ID. Download the title, plug the eBook reader into the computer, click on the title and drag it to the device's name. Sony users need to download an extra library software.
May 11, 2010
The 2010 Audie Nominations are in!
The Audio Publishers Association (APA) announced the finalists in the 2010 Audies competition, the only awards program devoted entirely to honoring spoken word entertainment. Who is going to win? We will have to wait until the winners are announced at the Audies Gala on May 25th, 2010, at the Museum of the City of New York. Wolf Hall, Anne Frank Remembered, True Compass, Viral Loop, and Elegance of the Hedgehog are among the nominees.
May 06, 2010
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Most Downloaded eBooks for April 2010
The numbers are in!The top five most downloaded titles from CPL's eBook collection for April 2010 are:
- The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown
- 13 1/2 by Nevada Barr
- Die Trying by Lee Child
- The Help by Kathryn Stockett
- Caught by Harlan Coben
May 05, 2010
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Earth Day Festival in Ann Arbor
Looking for fun and educational events for the whole family? You don't want to miss the free Ann Arbor area Earth Day Festival that will be held on Sunday, April 25, at Washtenaw Community College. From Noon to 4:00PM, there are exhibits, hands-on activities and entertainment for all.
Apr 23, 2010
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Washtenaw County Bike Rides
If you are new to the area, new to biking, or simply want to explore new routes, check out Washtenaw County Bike Rides: a Guide to Road Rides In and Around Ann Arbor by Joel D. Howell. All the routes are paved and start from Ann Arbor. The difficulty of the rides and areas that require caution are clearly noted. Route maps for Dixboro, Dexter-Chelsea, Gallup Park, Hell, Huron River Drive, Manchester, Waterloo and more are included. A perfect weekend outing for the motivated rider who loves a challenge!
Apr 14, 2010
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Small Business Resource Center
Are you a business owner or thinking of becoming one? Tap into the library's Small Business Resource Center for sample business plans, sales strategy, market analysis and general business information.
Apr 12, 2010
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MS Mail Merge
Date: March 23, 2010Time: 9:30-11:30AM
Class description: Create a mail merge template and data source, perform letter, envelope and mailing label merges. Also create text for different size labels.
Registration opens March 9.
Mar 22, 2010
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eBay Buying Basics
Date: April 8, Thurs., 2010Time: 10:00-11:30AM
Description: Learn to be a savvy buyer on eBay. Class will cover how to register with eBay, search for an item, bid, submit payment, and leave feedback.
Mar 22, 2010
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Learn to use data, graphics and charts, and how to customize toolbars. Prerequisite: Excel I or equivalent.Basic Computer Maintenance
Date: March 16, 2010Time: 9:30-11:30AM
Class description: Acquire basic maintenance skills to keep your computer in good working order. Lecture and some Internet use.
Registration opens March 2.
Mar 15, 2010
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Excel Tips & Tricks
Date: March 24, 2010Time: 6:30-8:30PM
Class description: Learn the latest tips and tricks in MS 2007 version to improve your productivity.
Registration opens on March 10.
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Mar 12, 2010
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