GOLDEN GATE - 2432 Lucerne Road - 252-4542

English Conversation with Silvia Casabianca
Conversation an anglais avec Silvia Casabianca
Conversacion en ingles con Silvia Casabianca
Every Tuesday from 9 to 10 a.m.
For English as a Second Language patrons (ESOL), join Silvia Casabianca to practice your English conversational skills in a relaxed environment.
Une heure du conversation an anglais, tous les Lundis après 6:30 p.m., pour toute cette personne pour qui l’Anglais n’est pas sa premier-né langue.
Una hora de conversación en Inglés para todos aquellos para quien el ingles es su segunda lengua.

PROGRAMS

Computer Protection 101
Thursday, January 14, 10 a.m.
Viruses, spyware and spam are just a few of the threats a personal computer user might encounter. This presentation gives a basic overview of the risks and solutions that are present in the virtual world today.

Book Discussion: Shanghai Girls by Lisa See
Thursday, January 21, 2 p.m.
Readers of the phenomenal bestsellers Snow Flower and the Secret Fan and Peony in Love will enjoy this stunning new novel from Lisa See about two sisters who leave Shanghai to find new lives in 1930s Los Angeles.

Introduction to Decorative Painting
Thursday, January 28, 10 a.m.
Experience the joy of creating wonderful gifts to keep or give away. Facilitator Betty Fabian and instructors lead the group in a hands-on class on the basics of decorative tole painting. All materials are provided. Class size limited.

Stamping for Beginners - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, February 11, 4 p.m.
Join Sharon Roberts from the "Wicked Rubber Stamper" and create a one-of-a-kind Valentine for someone special. Ages 12 and up may register for this program.
Class size limited.

PC Basics Parts I and II
Thursdays, February 18 & 25, 10 a.m.
This two-part hands-on class covers the basic operation of a personal computer, including operating a mouse using the Windows operating system, and producing simple documents. No previous computer experience is necessary. Class size is limited to 8 students.

Book Discussion: Bel Canto by Ann Patchett
Thursday, February 18, 2 p.m.
Winner of the Pen/Faulkner Award, Bel Canto is a beautifully written story of unlikely love and friendship set in a South American embassy under siege. Patchett weaves a complex narrative full of suspense, grace and beauty.

Panthers Among Us
Thursday, March 11, 3:30 p.m.
A representative from the Florida Panther Wildlife Refuge presents a program about the endangered Florida Panthers and how to protect these important treasures of Southwest Florida. Adults and children are welcome to enjoy this presentation in anticipation of Florida Panther Week (March 14-20).

Internet Basics Parts I and II
Thursdays, March 18 & 25, 10 a.m.
In this hands-on computer class, the instructor discusses the basics of Web navigation, useful Websites, Internet vocabulary, and popular search engines, such as Google and Yahoo!. This is a two-part class for users that are familiar with using a mouse. The class size is limited to 8 students.

Book Discussion: Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout
Thursday, March 18, 2 p.m.
Winner of the 2009 Pulitzer Prize, Strout's 13 linked short stories present a heart-wrenching, penetrating portrait of residents of coastal Maine living lives of quiet grief intermingled with flashes of human connection. Strout poetically portrays one community through many different eyes.

Word Processing Basics
Thursday, April 8, 10 a.m.
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word®, as librarians demonstrate creating a simple document. This one-hour hands-on class is for those who have basic computer skills. The class is limited to 8 students.

Book Discussion: The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein
Thursday, April 15, 2 p.m.
A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope, The Art of Racing in the Rain is a beautifully crafted and captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could tell it.

Flower Arranging with Carmen Soto - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, April 29, 4 p.m.
Learn to make beautiful flower arrangements to brighten your home this spring. Ages 12 to adult are welcome to register for this class.

Internet Basicos
Thursdays, May 6 & 13, 10 a.m.
En esta clase práctica, el instructor explicara las bases de navegación en Internet y páginas útiles. Vocabulario de Internet y páginas populares de búsqueda como Google y Yahoo. Esta clase es en dos partes y para usuarios que tienen familiaridad usando el "mouse." La clase esta limitada a 8 estudiantes y es necesario registrarse con anticipación.

Protecting Your Skin
Thursday, May 20, 4 p.m.
Prepare for the summer by learning how to keep your skin healthy and looking good in the Florida sun. Mary Kay consultant, Connie Hennink offers this program for participants ages 13 and older.

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JANUARY

Music-in-the-Camps --- Sounds of Hope - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, January 12, 6 p.m.
Did you know that Verdi's Requiem, a women's orchestra, a children's opera about bullying, and the "Swing Boys" jazz are a part of the Holocaust? So are songs of faith, partisan and resistance music and defiant lullabies. Learn about this history and hear the music presented by Dr. Marian Dolan.

FILM: Magnificent Obsession (USA, 1954)
Wednesday, January 13, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by Douglas Sirk; starring Rock Hudson, Jane Wyman
In this remake of the 1935 John Stahl film based on Lloyd Douglas' 1929 novel, wealthy ne’er-do-well playboy Bob Merrick devotes the second half of his life to neurosurgery in order to restore the eyesight of Helen Phillips, the woman he loves. Of course he experiences this epiphany after his negligence almost gets her killed in an automobile accident. Improbable? Probably. A visually stunning work of timeless filmed art? Definitely!
Drama, 108 minutes, color, unrated

Opera @ the Library: Padre e Figlia - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, January 14, 6 p.m.
In the history of opera many masterpieces have been written as duets for father and daughter: Aida, Rigoletto, Luisa Miller, Nabucco, and Simon Boccanegra. Each of these confrontations between father and daughter 'padre e figlia' shows sensitivity and emotional feeling. Dino Valle and daughters perform this special evening presentation.

Pre-Diabetes: Are You at Risk?
Tuesday, January 19, 2 p.m.
About 41 million Americans between the ages of 40 and 74 are diagnosed as pre-diabetes. Diabetes itself is on the rise. Pre-diabetics run a major risk factor for development of Type 2 Diabetes which raises the risk of developing heart disease and increases a patient’s risk of a stroke. This lecture by Mary McElligot, Diabetes Program Coordinator – NCH von Arx Diabetes Center outlines specific ways to postpone or prevent diabetes. An NCH educational program.

Joint Pain & the Latest Treatment Options
Wednesday, January 20, 2 p.m.
Dr. Kurtis Biggs, M.D., Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon provides a detailed presentation on treatment options for those suffering with joint pain. He offers information and education on the latest technology available. Dr. Biggs serves as a national knee and hip replacement instructor and is an advisor on replacement technology development.

Klezmer Music Tonight! - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, January 20, 6 p.m.
The Naples Klezmer Revival Band with guest artist, renowned Klezmer flutist, Adrianne Greenbaum, presents an evening of traditional Jewish folk music in the Courtyard Amphitheatre. The band, under the direction of Stu Warshauer, performs for the sixth consecutive year at our public libraries. Come early, bring a chair! Registration not required.

Songs from the Silver Screen: A Musical Presentation by Take Four
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, January 26, 6 p.m.
The first musical on the silver screen, The Jazz Singer starred Al Jolson. From then on musical films were king. Join Take Four musicians, pianist Art Isenberg, drummer Arnold Saslavsky, Vocalist Joy Spivak and lead guitarist and vocalist Jane Galler for this tribute to the music and stars of the silver screen.

FILM: 8 Women (France, 2002)
Wednesday, January 27, 5:30 p.m.
Directed by Francois Ozon; starring Catherine Deneuve, Isabelle Huppert, Emmanuelle Beart, Fanny Ardant
The patriarch of a dysfunctional family is found stabbed to death in his room. There are eight women in his life who each have a legitimate motive for the crime. This unique twist on the classic adult French farce will leave you on the edge of your seat as you decipher whodunit.
Comedy/Drama/Musical, 108 minutes, color, French w/ English subtitles, rated R

Book Discussion: Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
Thursday, January 28, 2 p.m.
Journalist Mikael Blomkvist and antisocial hacker/researcher Lisbeth Salander make an unlikely detective team who work to uncover serial murder and corporate trickery in Sweden in this prize-winning novel; first in a trilogy by Stieg Larsson. This novel includes literary references to mystery genre’s forerunners and commentary on contemporary Swedish society.

FEBRUARY

Presidents & Their First Ladies: Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Monday, February 1, 2 p.m.
"Bird" grew into an astute business woman as Lyndon became known as "The Master of the Senate." Johnson was renowned for his bigger than life personality and, as Lady Bird said, life with Lyndon was "one big adventure." William and Sue Wills present this costumed, dramatic presentation.

Jeni and Billy In Concert - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, February 2, 2 p.m.
Jeni and Billy, an acoustic duo, draw from traditional country, Appalachian and old-time folk music to create original songs. Their concert includes stories of how the songs were written and glimpses into the history of Appalachian life.

Celebrate Chopin’s Bicentennial Birthday with Maestro William Noll
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, February 4, 2 p.m.
Fryderyck Chopin, the beloved "Poet of the Piano," was born in Poland on March 1st, 1810. Maestro William Noll, newly appointed Artistic Director of Classic Chamber Concerts, takes you through the evolution of Chopin's musical life featuring the highlights of Chopin's genius.

World Slavery: The Development and the Rise of American Music
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, February 9, 2 p.m.
Ray Kamalay traces the development of slavery from ancient times to its links with American society up to the early jazz age. Discussion includes freedom, ancient and modern slavery, the origin of blackface, spirituals, blues, minstrel shows, ragtime and jazz. Ray is a long-time professional musician and contributes performances of the various genres.

FILM: Julie & Julia (USA, 2009)
Wednesday, February 10, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by Nora Ephron; starring Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci
The story of the genesis of Julia Child’s cooking career is intertwined with Julie Powell’s 2002 challenge to prepare all of the recipes contained within the French Chef’s most famous cookbook while telling the world about it via her blog in this Academy Award-nominated re-pairing of the two leading women from 2008’s Doubt.
Drama, 122 minutes, color, rated R

Using OverDrive® Downloadable Audio Books
Thursday, February 11, 2 p.m.
Learn how to download digital audio books 24/7 to your PC, PDA, most MP3 players, and now iPods, at home, in the office, or on the go. Now your library never closes!

How Women Can Get Healthy & Age Gracefully in the New Millennium
Tuesday, February 16, 2 p.m.
Stephanie Piver, RNC, BSHA, CCE Community Perinatal Educator explores some of the major health issues that occur in women as they age. She re-examines some things you thought you knew about living a healthy lifestyle, and reviews some of the latest medical breakthroughs. An NCH educational program.

FILM: A Night In Havana: Dizzy Gillespie In Cuba (USA, 1988)
Wednesday, February 17, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by John Holland; featuring Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval
In this celebration of the life and work of Dizzy Gillespie, Holland’s cameras follow the Afro-Cuban Jazz pioneer on his journey to Havana for the Fifth International Jazz Festival. More than just a musical genius, Gillespie stands as a great American who worked hard to demolish barriers between race and social class, as well as musical genres. February is African-American History Month.
Documentary, 84 minutes, color, unrated

This Old Hat, Patriots of Liberty - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, February 18, 6 p.m.
This program is a one-woman tour-de-force musical presentation where four noted women of American history are portrayed. Conceived of and written by Patty Carver, this original musical brings women of American history to life: Betsy Ross, Deborah Sampson, Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Amelia Earhart.

Bubbles: A Visit with Beverly Sills - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, February 23, 6 p.m.
Women of Note founder, Damaris Peters Pike portrays Beverly Sills, the effervescent red-haired opera star, who was the first woman director of a major opera company and chaired the board of Lincoln Center. Songs and arias which were part of her rise to stardom are included.

Book Discussion: Hot, Flat, and Crowded by Thomas Friedman
Thursday, February 25, 2 p.m.
Friedman takes a provocative look at two of the biggest challenges we face today: America's surprising loss of national purpose since 9/11 and the global environmental crisis, affecting everything from food to energy. Friedman shows readers how the solutions to these two problems are linked and what we must do to rebuild America.

Too Marvelous For Words – A Tribute to Johnny Mercer
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, February 25, 6 p.m.
Johnny Mercer began writing songs at the age of 15 and eventually became one of the foremost figures of 20th century American popular music. Sonny & Perley highlight favorites including Skylark, Accentuate The Positive, Blues In The Night and Moon River.

MARCH

The Life & Works of Jack London
Tuesday, March 2, 2 p.m.
This lecture, presented by Dr. Ron Grossman, provides a fascinating tableau of one of America's first commercially and artistically successful literary giants; London was an adventurer, whose work mirrored his life.

Night Train Band in Concert - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 2, 6 p.m.
An evening of music from the '30s to the '60s in the Courtyard Amphitheatre. Registration not required.

eBay Made Easy
Thursday, March 4, 2 p.m.
An overview of the online auction service, the basics of selling, how to search for items and successful auction tips. Students learn how to set up an eBay buyer account, bid on items, submit payment transactions, and practical search tips.

Opera @ the Library: Lecture and Selections from L'Elisir d'Amore
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 9, 6 p.m.
L'Elisir d'Amore is one of the most frequently performed of all Donizetti's operas. It appears as number twenty on Opera America's list of the 20 most-performed operas in North America. Presented by the Southwest Florida Italian Opera Society

Book Discussion: South of Broad by Pat Conroy
Thursday, March 11, 2 p.m.
Narrator Leopold Bloom King learns "the power of accident and magic in human affairs, the unanswerable powers of fate and how one day can shift the course of ten thousand lives." Conroy’s first novel in 14 years has been hailed by The Washington Post as "a big sweeping novel of friendship and marriage—and, perhaps, vintage Pat Conroy."

Breast Health: Who Knows You Better Than You?
Tuesday, March 16, 2 p.m.
This discussion on breast health emphasizes what everyone can do, in just a few minutes every month and once per year, to develop self-awareness and maintain a healthy lifestyle to keep up with and enjoy our busy world. Audra Rawson, NCH Breast Health Resource Nurse is the presenter. An NCH educational program.

Susan B. Anthony: The Invincible - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 16, 6 p.m.
Susan B. Anthony comes to life, circulating petitions, traveling out west, getting arrested and challenging legislators. Letters, speeches and diary entries reveal Anthony's wit and intellect as she fights for abolition and women's rights, particularly women's suffrage. A one-woman historic enactment presented by Sally Matson.

FILM: Virginia Lee Burton: A Sense Of Place (USA, 2006)
Wednesday, March 17, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by Rawn Fulton; narrated by Lindsay Crouse
Along with Dr. Seuss, Burton revolutionized what people thought of as children’s literature. This PBS documentary explores her fascinating life and art through a treasure-trove of archival materials, never-before seen photographs, personal documents, sketchbooks, original manuscripts and interviews with family and friends. March is Women’s History Month.
Documentary, 54 minutes, color, unrated

Golda Meir
Thursday, March 18, 6 p.m.
According to former Israeli Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion, Golda Meir was "the best man in the government". Strong-willed, straight talking and never at a loss for words, she served as Prime Minister of Israel from 1969 to 1974. Elizabeth "Bonnie" Bozzo, recounts some of Meir's victories, mistakes and bittersweet memories.

Brylcream: A Little Dab of Doo-Wop - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 23, 6 p.m.
Enjoy the a capella harmony of Brylcream and the great doo-wop sounds of the '50s and '60s in the Courtyard Amphitheatre. Registration not required.

FILM: Grey Gardens (USA, 2009)
Wednesday, March 24, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by Michael Sucsy; starring Drew Barrymore, Jessica Lange, Ken Howard, Daniel Baldwin
Using the shocking 1975 documentary film of the same name as a backdrop, this Emmy Award-winning dramatic film tells the story of the aunt and first cousin of Jackie Onassis. The former New York society matrons withdrew from the mainstream world to maintain an eccentric existence on their Long Island estate, Grey Gardens. As their wealth and contact with the outside world dwindled, so did their grasp on reality.
Drama, 103 minutes, color, unrated

Book Discussion: Weight of Silence by Heather Gudenkauf
Thursday, March 25, 6 p.m.
Two families awaken one August morning to find their little girls missing. In her debut novel, Gudenkauf uses an alternating narrative technique to uncover what happened to Calli and Petra on that fateful August day. The two families are bound by the same question of what happened- the answer trapped in the silence of secrets.

The Exotic Everglades – A Work in Progress
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 30, 2 p.m.
Len Messineo, wildlife photographer, explores the vast, interconnected system of water, climate and geology, including the mysterious plant life and effects of fire on the ecology. A study of the past, present and expectations for the future are offered in dramatic images of the world’s only Everglades.

APRIL & MAY

Learn SKYPE® and Stay in Touch
Thursday, April 1, 2 p.m.
With a web camera, SKYPE® allows free audio and video calls via the internet and discounted calls globally. Learn how to use and download this service so that you too can communicate with family, friends and business associates whenever and wherever you are.

Marimba Melodies - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, April 6, 6 p.m.
In Mexico and Guatemala the marimba is often referred to as “Cancion de Madera,” the instrument of “Singing Wood”. Dr. James L. Moore plays some favorite Latin American songs and discusses the way the instrument is constructed and its place in the culture of this part of the world.

Book Discussion: The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton
Thursday, April 8, 2 p.m.
The second novel by New York Times bestselling author, Kate Morton. Switching between past and present, the mystery of why Nell was abandoned on an English ship bound for Australia with only the clothes she was wearing and a small white suitcase containing few items, unfolds spanning more than a century, five generations, and two continents.

Help Me Stop smoking!
Tuesday, April 13, 2 p.m.
Thinking about quitting smoking? First let’s understand the nicotine addiction that creates temporary feelings of pleasure for the smoker. Scott Wiley, Director of NCH Respiratory Care Services presents different smoking cessation programs and the way to overcome tobacco use. You can do it! An NCH educational program.

FILM: Ginger & Fred (Italy, 1986)
Wednesday, April 14, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by Federico Fellini; starring Giuletta Masina, Marcello Mastroianni
Fellini clearly has mortality on his mind in this, his last major work. In this satire of television and modern life, two washed up dancers reunite for one night only to perform on an over-the-top television extravaganza. As it is Fellini, expect a surreal spectacle of dwarves, clowns, monks, and other assorted oddities of humanity.
Comedy, 127 minutes, color, Italian w/ English subtitles, rated PG-13 

Book Discussion: That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo
Thursday, April 15, 6 p.m.
Pulitzer Prize winner, Russo gives readers his latest novel of deep introspection and every family feeling imaginable. Meet Griffin, a middle-aged man confronting his parents and their failed marriage, his own troubled marriage, his daughter’s new life and, finally, what it was he thought he wanted and what in fact he has.

Discover Big Cypress National Preserve – A Unique Place Right in Your Own Backyard
Tuesday, April 20, 2 p.m.
Join Ranger Lisa Andrews for an introduction to one of our most diverse National Park Units, Big Cypress National Preserve. Learn about its history, flora, fauna and the exciting recreational opportunities that await you.

FILM: Earth (UK/Germany/USA, 2009) 
Wednesday, April 21, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by Alastair Fothergill; narrated by James Earl Jones
In honor of Earth Day, this international film is a condensation of the dazzling BBC-TV series, Planet Earth. Utilizing state of the art photography, we are privy to whales cavorting in the oceans, rivers crashing down mountain-height waterfalls, the migratory patterns of several species, and many other wonders, which make Earth our perfect home. Underlying these beautiful images is the message that we are all responsible for the ultimate fate of our planet.
Documentary, 90 minutes, color, rated G
 
Book Discussion: Last Night at Twisted River by John Irving
Thursday, April 22, 2 p.m.
In true Irving style, Last Night at Twisted River reads of historical authenticity and emotional authority readers have come to expect. Irving eloquently reminds us, "We don't always have a choice how we get to know one another. Sometimes, people fall into our lives cleanly–as if out of the sky, or as if there were a direct flight from Heaven to Earth–the same sudden way we lose people, who once seemed they would always be part of our lives."

History of the Working Waterfront
Tuesday, April 27, 2 p.m.
Naples reputation for being one of the most sought after destinations in the world was made up of a few "Peacock Roasters," but mostly "Mullet Fryers" who lived on or near the waterfront. Their stories presented by Lois Bolin, Naples Backyard History.

Maria Callas
Thursday, April 29, 2 p.m.
Sophia Cecelia Kalos was born in New York City. This portrayal, by Elizabeth "Bonnie" Bozzo begins as Callas experiences her vocal decline and has exiled herself to her Paris apartment. She speaks of her triumphs, her failures and her path to bel canto and her damaging alliance with Aristotle Onassis.

Hurricane History of Southwest Florida
Tuesday, May 4, 2 p.m.
Each year, the odds are one in twelve that a tropical storm will pass through our area. Despite the statistics, only a few storms pose a threat to our safety and well-being. David Southall, Curator of Education Collier County Museum, takes a look at the major storms that have affected southwest Florida.

The Four Loves of FDR - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, May 6, 2 p.m.
Charismatic and ebullient, Franklin D. Roosevelt charmed the American people, world leaders and the four women in his life – all of whom he loved: Eleanor, his wife; Lucy Mercer; Missy Lehand; Daisy Suckley. These four women and their private roles in history are portrayed by two dramatists: Rusty Brown and Joan Olsen.

I Can Hand It To You!
Tuesday, May 11, 2pm
There are many common hand and wrist problems, from arthritis to carpal tunnel that interfere with activities because of limitations in grip strength and hand function. Kerri McBride, NCH Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist explains how to prevent or decrease certain symptoms and how to preserve manual dexterity. An NCH educational program.

FILM: Double Happiness (Canada, 1994) 
Wednesday, May 12, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by Mina Shum; starring Sandra Oh, Stephen Chang, Alannah Ong
Generational and ethnic expectations collide when a strong-willed Chinese-Canadian young woman must choose between her own hopes and dreams and the expectations of her family. May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month.
Comedy, 87 minutes, color, rated PG-13

FILM: Lonely Are The Brave (USA, 1962) 
Wednesday, May 19, 5:30 p.m. 
Directed by David Miller; starring Kirk Douglas, Walter Matthau, Carroll O’Connor, George Kennedy
Based on Edward Abbey's novel Brave Cowboy, Douglas used his considerable pull to produce this very unique entry into the pantheon of American Westerns. Jack Burns is the last cowboy caught in a modern world of jeeps, fences and prisons. He pits his dying individualism against helicopters and walkie-talkies in a gripping chase through primitive deserts intersected by fatal highways.
Western, 108 minutes, black & white, unrated

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JANUARY

Jacques LeMoyne: First European Artist in the New World
Tuesday, January 12, 2 p.m.
In 1562, French Huguenots traveled to the coast of North America. Among them was Jacques LeMoyne, a professional illustrator. LeMoyne documented the trails for the colonists and their Native American neighbors with drawings that were copied by Danish engraver Theodorus de Bry. Presented by Collier County Museum Curator of Education David Southall.

Music-in-the-Camps---Sounds of Hope - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, January 14, 6:30 p.m.
Did you know that Verdi's Requiem, a women's orchestra, a children's opera about bullying, and the "Swing Boys" jazz are a part of the Holocaust? So also are songs of faith, partisan and resistance music and defiant lullabies. Learn about this history and hear the music presented by Dr. Marian Dolan.

The Fascinating World of Florida Black Bears
Wednesday, January 20, 2 p.m.
Most people don’t even know there are black bears in Southwest Florida. Join Ranger Lisa Andrews to explore black bear biology and natural history, investigate the ecological importance of our state’s largest land mammal and determine positive and negative ways people can and do influence the Florida black bear’s survival.

Book Discussion: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
Thursday, January 21, 2 p.m.
Journalist Mikael Blomkvist and antisocial hacker/researcher Lisbeth Salander make an unlikely detective team who work to uncover serial murder and corporate trickery in Sweden in this prize-winning novel; first in a trilogy by Stieg Larsson. This novel includes literary references to mystery genre’s classic forerunners and comments on Swedish society.

Breast Health: Who Knows You Better Than You?
Tuesday January 26, 2 p.m.
This discussion on breast health emphasizes what everyone can do, in just a few minutes every month and once per year, to develop self awareness and maintain a healthy lifestyle to keep up with and enjoy our busy world. Audra Rawson, NCH Breast Health Resource Nurse is the presenter. An NCH educational program.

Jeni & Billy in Concert - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, January 26, 6:30 p.m.
Jeni and Billy, an acoustic duo, draw from traditional country, Appalachian and old-time folk music to create original songs. Their concert includes stories of how the songs were written and glimpses into the history of Appalachian life.

Indira Gandhi
Thursday, January 28, 6:30 p.m.
Indira Nehru Gandhi was the first woman prime minister of India. This presentation by Elizabeth "Bonnie" Bozzo follows her childhood, through her education in London and Switzerland, her marriage and her rise to political power. The program touches on the politics, religion and history of India as seen through her eyes.

FEBRUARY

History of the Naples Historic District
Tuesday, February 2, 2 p.m.
Since 1986 the City of Naples is the only area in Collier County with an official “Historic District” designation. Lois Bolan with Naples Backyard History discusses how the historic district got started and why the area is important to Naples.

The Finest Hours: The True Story of the Coast Guard's Most Daring Sea Rescue
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, February 4, 6:30 p.m.
Author Michael Tougias presents a slide presentation based on his new national best-selling book. An astonishing maritime event took place on February 18, 1952 when a ferocious nor’easter split in half two oil tankers. Thus began a life and death drama of survival, heroism, and a series of tragic mistakes.

World Slavery: The Development & The Rise of American Music
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, February 9, 6:30 p.m.
Ray Kamalay traces the development of slavery from ancient times to its links with American society up to the early jazz age. Discussion includes freedom, ancient and modern slavery, the origin of blackface, spirituals, blues, minstrel shows, ragtime and jazz. Ray is a long-time professional musician and contributes performances of the various genres.

Personal Memoirs Workshop
Wednesdays, February 10, 17, 24, 10 a.m.
Join author Wade Keller for this hands-on series of three workshops designed to help you get started in writing your own personal memoirs. Humorous Will Rogers said, "Memoirs means when you put down the good things you out to have done and leave out the bad ones you did do."

This Old Hat, Leading Ladies - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, February 17, 6:30 p.m.
Conceived of and written by Patty Carver, Leading Ladies is an original tour de force musical that features five noted American women who were all the "first" to do something: Dolly Madison, Elizabeth Blackwell, Nellie Bly, Belva Lockwood and Eleanor Roosevelt.

How Soon We Forget … Memory Tips and Training
Tuesday, February 23, 2 p.m.
Aging focuses on memory This presentation by Lynn Olson, Director of the NCH Brookdale Center for Healthy enhancement for aging individuals. A brief review of memory and the difference between memory issues and Alzheimer's is discussed. The remaining session will focus on healthy habits to improve brain function and memory tips to help retrain the aging mind. An NCH educational program.

Life of the Fakahatchee
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30 p.m.
Glenn Stacell, MS, science teacher and co-author of Common Native Wildflowers of Collier County, presents the history, plants, animals and endangered species of the Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park in a digital slide show.

Book Discussion: Julie and Julia by Julie Powell
Thursday, February 25, 1 p.m.
Approaching her thirtieth birthday and living in a run-down apartment in Queens and working at a dead-end job, Julie Powell realizes that she is stuck in a rut. In order to rescue herself, Julie is inspired by Julia Child’s classic cookbook, Mastering the Art of French Cooking. She decides to cook every recipe over a one year period, no exceptions substitutions and at the end of it all, Julie learns how to live life to its fullest!

MARCH

Que Sera, Sera – Remembering Doris Day - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 2, 6:30 p.m.
Contrary to the popular image of the smiling girl next door, Doris Day's story is full of pain and sorrow along with great success. Damaris Peters Pike recounts Doris's youth, her start as a big band singer, and amazing rise to stardom in movies and includes several well-loved songs associated with the star.

Songs from the Silver Screen: A Musical Presentation by Take Four
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, March 4, 6:30 p.m.
The first musical on the silver screen, The Jazz Singer starred Al Jolson. From then on musical films were king. Join Take Four musicians, pianist Art Isenberg, drummer Arnold Saslavsky, vocalist Joy Spivak and lead guitarist and vocalist Jane Galler on this tribute to the music and stars of the silver screen.

Creating Clarity Out Of Chaos - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 9, 2 p.m.
Wildlife Photographer Len Messineo explores the relationship between the eye and the camera lens. Nature's offerings are often cluttered and disorganized, Len seeks to create clarity out of chaos through examples and explanations of the skills required to yield interesting, striking representation. Nature lovers, photographers and artists find "chaos" educational and entertaining.

The World Is Your Second Home
Thursday, March 11, 6:30 p.m.
Author Tom Marshall explains a lifestyle that encourages people to travel to a different place each year and rent for several months. Tom's media presentation includes photographs taken while living in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, Estonia, Slovenia and Boothbay Harbor. It is a fascinating story.

The Seminole People & The Seminole Wars
Tuesday, March 16, 2 p.m.
During the War of 1812, Native American war parties armed by the British raided north then escaped into Florida. This conflict altered the course of our history and resulted in numerous consequences for the country and its Native peoples. Presented by David Southall, Collier County Museum Curator of Education.

Susan B. Anthony: The Invincible! - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, March 17, 6:30 p.m.
Susan B. Anthony comes to life circulating petitions, traveling out west, getting arrested and challenging legislators. Letters, speeches and diary entries reveal Anthony’s wit and intellect as she fights for abolition and women’s rights, particularly women’s suffrage. A one-woman historic enactment presented by Sally Matson.

Book Discussion: The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton
Thursday, March 18, 2 p.m.
The second novel from New York Times bestselling author, Kate Morton. Switching between past and present, the mystery of why Nell was abandoned on an English ship bound for Australia with only the clothes she was wearing and a small white suitcase containing few items unfolds spanning more than a century, five generations, and two continents.

Hope For Chronic Wounds
Tuesday, March 23, 2 p.m.
Many Americans suffer from chronic wounds that won’t heal. Traditional treatments are becoming obsolete. New techniques are now available to accelerate wound healing. Dr Robert Tober, MD explains the theories behind wound care and how they are applied to get patient's skin to recover from an open wound. An NCH educational program.

Jazz: the Craze of the '20s and '30s
Thursday, March 25, 2 p.m.
Jazz evolved from the public's fascination with dancing. Louis Armstrong's Hot Five, Duke Ellington's "Jungle Music" at the Cotton Club, the transition to Swing in the `30s with Benny Goodman and Tommy Dorsey exemplify the period. The lecturer is Gordon Greene, a cultural historian with 40 years experience teaching music history.

Opera @ the Library: Lecture & Selections from Rigoletto
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 30, 6:30 p.m.
Rigoletto is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi. The Italian libretto was written by Francesco Maria Piave, based on the play Le Roi s'amuse by Victor Hugo. It is considered by many to be the first of the operatic masterpieces of Verdi's middle-to-late career. This program is presented by the Southwest Florida Italian Opera Society.

APRIL & MAY

Real-Life Feng Shui
Tuesday, April 6, 2 p.m.
Debbie Roddy, Certified Feng Shui consultant and practitioner, presents pictures of the practice of Feng Shui as applied in people’s homes, and how it then affected their lives.

The Pleasure of Fishing
Tuesday, April 13, 6:30 p.m.
Captain Bill Walsh, Marco Island Eagle fishing columnist, tells exciting, humorous and sometimes touching new stories of fishing in the waters off Marco Island.

Book Discussion: South of Broad by Pat Conroy
Thursday, April 15, 2 p.m.
Narrator Leopold Bloom King learns "the power of accident and magic in human affairs the unanswerable powers of fate, and how one day can shift the course of ten thousand lives." Conroy's first novel in 14 years has been hailed by The Washington Post as "a big sweeping novel of friendship and marriage—and, perhaps, vintage Pat Conroy."


Looking for Wild Orchids in Southwest Florida
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, May 4, 2 p.m.
Dr. Gary Schmelz explains the types and habitats of local wild orchids, including where and when to find them, in a digital slide show.

Book Discussion: That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo
Thursday, May 13, 2 p.m.
Pulitzer Prize winner Russo gives readers his latest novel of deep introspection and every family feeling imaginable. Meet Griffin, a middle-aged man confronting his parents and their failed marriage, his own troubled marriage, his daughter's new life and, finally, what it was he thought he wanted and what in fact he has.

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Master Gardener Series
Tuesdays, January 5 - April 27, 9a.m. - noon
Stop by with questions about your horticulture and landscaping projects. A Master Gardener is on hand to help you find your green thumb.

JANUARY

Book Discussion: A Voyage Long and Strange by Tony Horwitz
Tuesday, January 12, 2 p.m.
Historian Horwitz realized he had a third grader’s knowledge of early America so he set out to learn what life was really like as experienced by explorers and other brave souls who came to the New World. Part1 of the America before America Series

Overactive Bladder
Wednesday, January 13, 2 p.m.
Overactive Bladder (OAB) affects more than 33 million Americans. It is more common than Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, and osteoporosis combined. Joseph Gauta, MD, discusses newer, safer, and more effective treatment options. This lecture fosters awareness and knowledge and helps sufferers understand how to improve their bladder function. An NCH educational program.

Music-in-the-Camps- -- Sounds of Hope
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, January 13, 6 p.m.
Did you know that Verdi's Requiem, a women's orchestra, a children's opera about bullying, and the "Swing Boys" jazz are a part of the Holocaust? So are songs of faith, partisan and resistance music and defiant lullabies. Learn about this history and hear the music presented by Dr. Marian Dolan

FILM: Magnificent Obsession (USA, 1954)
Thursday, January 14, 2 p.m.
Directed by Douglas Sirk; starring Rock Hudson, Jane Wyman
In this remake of the 1935 John Stahl film based on Lloyd Douglas' 1929 novel, wealthy ne’er-do-well playboy Bob Merrick devotes the second half of his life to neurosurgery in order to restore the eyesight of Helen Phillips, the woman he loves. Of course he experiences this epiphany after his negligence almost gets her killed in an automobile accident. Improbable? Probably. A visually stunning work of timeless filmed art? Definitely!
Drama, 108 minutes, color, unrated

Windows 7® Overview
Wednesday, January 20, 2 p.m.
Join Don Beach, Microsoft Partner, in examining Microsoft's newest computer operating system – Windows 7. See the new multi-media, networking and performance improvements in Windows 7 that make using your computer easier than ever.

FILM: 8 Women (France, 2002)
Thursday, January 21, 2 p.m. 
Directed by Francois Ozon; starring Catherine Deneuve, Isabelle Huppert, Emmanuelle Beart, Fanny Ardant
The patriarch of a dysfunctional family is found stabbed to death in his room. There are eight women in his life who each have a legitimate motive for the crime. This unique twist on the classic adult French farce will leave you on the edge of your seat as you decipher whodunit.
Comedy/Drama/Musical, 108 minutes, color, French w/ English subtitles, rated R

Music of the '50s & '60s  - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, January 20, 6 p.m.
Do you remember the good ol’ days and miss them? We invite you to enjoy great music of the '50s and '60s performed by David Kilbride.

Jeni & Billy in Concert - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, January 27, 2 p.m.
Jeni and Billy, an acoustic duo, draw from traditional country, Appalachian and old-time folk music to create original songs. Their concert includes stories of how the songs were written and glimpses into the history of Appalachian life.

Book Discussion: Julie & Julia by Julie Powell
Thursday, January 28, 2 p.m.
Approaching her thirtieth birthday and living in a run-down apartment in Queens while working at a dead-end job, Julie Powell realizes that she is stuck in a rut. In order to rescue herself, Julie is inspired by Julia Child’s classic cookbook, Mastering the Art of French Cooking. She decides to cook every recipe over a one year period, no exceptions and at the end of it all, Julie learns how to live life to its fullest!

Great Decisions:  2010 Discussion Series
Fridays, January 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 5, 12, 26, 2 p.m.
A current events discussion series on national and international news moderated by Paula Beiser. Participants will need to purchase a workbook.

FEBRUARY

Presidents & Their First Ladies: Andrew and Eliza Johnson
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Monday, February 1, 11 a.m.
Andrew Johnson was the only Southern senator who stayed loyal to the Union functioning as governor of Tennessee during the Civil War, which led to his ascent to the presidency. Eliza was a strong figure, in the background. Sue and William Wills present a costumed program about the pair.

How Soon We Forget… Memory Tips and Training
Wednesday, February 3, 2 p.m.
Lynn Olson, Director of the NCH Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging, focuses on memory enhancement for aging individuals. A review of memory, the difference between memory issues and Alzheimer’s, habits to improve brain function, and memory tips to help retrain the aging mind are included. An NCH educational program.

Songs From the Silver Screen: A Musical Presentation by Take Four
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, February 3, 6 p.m.
The first musical on the silver screen The Jazz Singer starred Al Jolson. From then on musical films were king. Join Take Four musicians, pianist Art Isenberg, drummer Arnold Saslavsky, vocalist Joy Spivak and lead guitarist and vocalist Jane Galler on this tribute to the music and stars of the silver screen.

Geneology For Beginners
Tuesdays, February 9, 16, 23, 9:30 a.m.
Curious about your family tree? This three-part class covers basic to intermediate research methods to research your family tree. The Genealogical Society of Collier County leads this program.

Book Discussion: Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War
by Nathaniel Philbrick
Tuesday, February 9, 2 p.m.
This is Philbrick's masterful telling of the voyage of the Mayflower and the difficult years afterwards of the lives of the Pilgrims and their Native American neighbors.
Part 2 of the America before America Series.

World Slavery: The Development and the Rise of American Music
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library 
Wednesday, February 10, 2 p.m.
Ray Kamalay traces the development of slavery from ancient times to its links with American society up to the early jazz age. Discussion includes freedom, ancient and modern slavery, the origin of blackface, spirituals, blues, minstrel shows, ragtime and jazz. Ray is a long-time professional musician and contributes performances of the various genres.

FILM: Julie & Julia (USA, 2009)
Thursday, February 11, 2 p.m.
Directed by Nora Ephron; starring Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci
The story of the genesis of Julia Child’s cooking career is intertwined with Julie Powell’s 2002 challenge to prepare all of the recipes contained within the French Chef’s most famous cookbook while telling the world about it via her blog in this Academy Award-nominated re-pairing of the two leading women from 2008’s Doubt.
Drama, 122 minutes, color, rated R

Opera @ the Library: Lecture & Selections from Il Barbiere di Siviglia
-sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, February 17, 6 p.m.
Opera in two acts by Gioachino Rossini with libretto in Italian by Cesare Sterbini based on the comedy of the same name by Pierre Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais. This program presented by the Southwest Florida Italian Opera Society.

FILM: A Night In Havana: Dizzy Gillespie In Cuba (USA, 1988) 
Thursday, February 18, 2 p.m.
Directed by John Holland; featuring Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval
In this celebration of the life and work of Dizzy Gillespie, Holland’s cameras follow the Afro-Cuban Jazz pioneer on his journey to Havana for the Fifth International Jazz Festival. More than just a musical genius, Gillespie stands as a great American who worked hard to demolish barriers between race and social class, as well as musical genres. February is African-American History Month.
Documentary, 84 minutes, color, unrated

Florida for The Birds - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, February 24, 2 p.m.
A continuation of Len Messineo's highly praised bird life collection. Avians within selected groupings are compared with humor. A finale of stunning images of birds engaged in surprising and whimsical behavior concludes an audience pleasing experience.

Celebrate Chopin's Bicentennial Birthday with Maestro William Noll
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, February 24, 6 p.m.
Fryderyck Chopin, the beloved "Poet of the Piano," was born in Poland on March 1st, 1810. Maestro William Noll, newly appointed Artistic Director of Classic Chamber Concerts, takes you through the evolution of Chopin's musical life in order to feature the highlights of Chopin's genius.

Online Investment Information
Thursday, February 25, 2 p.m.
Learn how to find free and simple online information about the stock market and how to create a free portfolio using finance.yahoo.com.

MARCH

Got Balance?
Wednesday, March 3, 2 p.m.
Having a hard time climbing stairs? Feeling a bit wobbly when you get in and out of the shower? If you're slowly losing your balance and coordination, don't be surprised. Barbara Laz, MS Physical Therapist, offers tips and tricks to regain strength and improve balance. An NCH educational program.

Collier County Heritage Trail
Wednesday, March 10, 2 p.m.
Lois Bolin, Naples Backyard History, discusses how the Norris Family Legacy stepped into the Information Age with a vision for honoring the pioneer families of Collier County. Lavern Norris Gaynor used her love for community in bringing forth an interactive web and GPS based system to save local history. Get on Collier County's heritage trail.

The Pantanal of Brazil: The World’s Largest Wetlands Ecosystem
Thursday, March 11, 2 p.m.
Located on the western border of Brazil next to Paraguay and Bolivia, the Pantanal has an incredible concentration of rare and unusual wildlife during the dry season. Join Collier County Museum Curator of Education David Southall, for a pictorial trip through Brazil's remote watery wilderness.

Susan B. Anthony: The Invincible!  - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Monday, March 15, 2 p.m.
Susan B. Anthony comes to life in this program. The reenactment shows Anthony at her best while circulating petitions, traveling out west, getting arrested and challenging legislators. Letters, speeches and diary entries reveal Anthony's wit and intellect as she fights for abolition and women's rights, particularly women’s suffrage. A one-woman historical enactment presented by Sally Matson.

Frankie Gershwin – We Let George Do It! - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, March 17, 6 p.m.
Women of Note founder, Damaris Peters Pike transports the audience to one of George Gershwin’s parties by his sister Frankie. Frankie sings several of her brothers best known songs and reminisces about her famous brothers, George and Ira. This is a unique look into music history.

FILM: Virginia Lee Burton: A Sense Of Place (USA, 2006)
Thursday, March 18, 2 p.m.
Directed by Rawn Fulton; narrated by Lindsay Crouse
Along with Dr. Seuss, Burton revolutionized what people thought of as children’s literature. This PBS documentary explores her fascinating life and art through a treasure-trove of archival materials, never-before seen photographs, personal documents, sketchbooks, original manuscripts and interviews with family and friends. March is Women’s History Month.
Documentary, 54 minutes, color, unrated

Book Discussion: 1776 by David McCullough
Tuesday, March 23, 2 p.m.
David McCullough's book is about the world of George Washington, King George and the lives of the many soldiers in the year 1776. This non-fiction look at history is a terrific investigation into the beginning of the American Revolution. Part 3 of the America before America Series.

Discover Big Cypress
Wednesday, March 24, 2 p.m.
Join Ranger Lisa Andrews for an introduction to one of our most diverse National Park Units, Big Cypress National Preserve. Learn about its history, flora, fauna and the exciting recreational opportunities that await visitors

FILM: Grey Gardens (USA, 2009) 
Thursday, March 25, 2 p.m.
Directed by Michael Sucsy; starring Drew Barrymore, Jessica Lange, Ken Howard, Daniel Baldwin
Using the shocking 1975 documentary film of the same name as a backdrop, this Emmy Award-winning dramatic film tells the story of the aunt and first cousin of Jackie Onassis. The former New York society matrons withdrew from the mainstream world to maintain an eccentric existence on their Long Island estate, Grey Gardens. As their wealth and contact with the outside world dwindled, so did their grasp on reality.
Drama, 103 minutes, color, unrated

APRIL & MAY

Book Discussion: The White Queen by Philippa Gregory
Tuesday, April 13, 2 p.m.
A tale of the War of the Roses follows Elizabeth Woodville, who ascends to royalty and fights for the well-being of her family, including two sons whose imprisonment in the Tower of London precedes a devastating unsolved mystery.

Margaret Thatcher: The Baroness Thatcher, Leader and Revolutionary
Wednesday, April 14, 6 p.m.
Thatcher studied at Oxford earning degrees in chemistry and law. Her fascination with politics led her into Parliament at the age of 34, the Cabinet at 44, Prime Minister at 54.   Elizabeth “Bonnie” Bozzo tells her story as she leaves #10 Downing Street where her final words are, "I regret nothing."

FILM: Ginger & Fred (Italy, 1986)
Thursday, April 15, 2 p.m.
Directed by Federico Fellini; starring Giuletta Masina, Marcello Mastroianni
Fellini clearly has mortality on his mind in this, his last major work. In this satire of television and modern life, two washed up dancers reunite for one night only to perform on an over-the-top television extravaganza. As it is Fellini, expect a surreal spectacle of dwarves, clowns, monks, and other assorted oddities of humanity.
Comedy, 127 minutes, color, Italian w/ English subtitles, rated PG-13

How Women Can Get Healthy & Age Gracefully in the New Millennium
Wednesday, April 21, 2 p.m.
Stephanie Piver, RNC, BSHA, CCE Community Perinatal Educator explores some of the major health issues that occur in women as they age. She re-examines things you thought you knew about living a healthy lifestyle, and reviews some of the latest medical breakthroughs.  An NCH educational program.

FILM: Earth (UK/Germany/USA, 2009) 
Thursday, April 22, 2 p.m.
Directed by Alastair Fothergill; narrated by James Earl Jones
In honor of Earth Day, this international film is a condensation of the dazzling BBC-TV series, Planet Earth. Utilizing state of the art photography, we are privy to whales cavorting in the oceans, rivers crashing down mountain-height waterfalls, the migratory patterns of several species, and many other wonders, which make Earth our perfect home. Underlying these beautiful images is the message that we are all responsible for the ultimate fate of our planet.
Documentary, 90 minutes, color, rated G

Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar
Wednesday, April 28, 2 p.m.
Join Marie Heiland, owner of Naples Olive Oil Company, as she talks about the flavors of olive oil and balsamic vinegar that the company currently carries. Learn about the health benefits of olive oil.

Memorable Women in the Naples Area
Wednesday, May 5, 2 p.m.
There are several women whose personal talent and unique sense of vision earned them a place in Naples history.  Join Susan Maunz, Collier County Museum, as she introduces Annie Mae Perry, Marjory Stoneman Douglas and others who have risen as true beacons of greatness.

FILM: Double Happiness (Canada, 1994) 
Thursday, May 13, 2 p.m
Directed by Mina Shum; starring Sandra Oh, Stephen Chang, Alannah Ong
Generational and ethnic expectations collide when a strong-willed Chinese-Canadian young woman must choose between her own hopes and dreams and the expectations of her family. May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month.
Comedy, 87 minutes, color, rated PG-13

Book Discussion:  The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stier Larsson
Tuesday, May 18, 2 p.m.
Journalist Mikael Blomkvist and antisocial hacker/researcher Lisbeth Salander make an unlikely detective team who work to uncover serial murder and corporate trickery in Sweden in this prize-winning novel, the first in a trilogy by author Stieg Larsson.  This novel includes literary references to the mystery genre's classic forerunners and commentary on contemporary Swedish society.

FILM: Lonely Are The Brave (USA, 1962) 
Thursday, May 20, 2 p.m.
Directed by David Miller; starring Kirk Douglas, Walter Matthau, Carroll O’Connor, George Kennedy
Based on Edward Abbey’s novel Brave Cowboy, Douglas used his considerable pull to produce this very unique entry into the pantheon of American Westerns. Jack Burns is the last cowboy caught in a modern world of jeeps, fences and prisons. He pits his dying individualism against helicopters and walkie-talkies in a gripping chase through primitive deserts intersected by fatal highways.
Western, 108 minutes, black & white, unrated

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English Conversation Class
Tuesdays through December 15, 10 a.m.
Join Roberta Reiss, Literacy Program Coordinator, to practice English conversation skills. For intermediate to advanced English learners.

JANUARY

Book Discussion: Hiding to Survive by Maxine B. Rosenberg
Tuesday, January 12, 2 p.m.
Hiding to Survive: Stories of Jewish Children Rescued from the Holocaust is a collection of personal experiences of people, who as children, were hidden in order to be saved from Nazi atrocities. Many Jewish children were hidden in convents or monasteries, on farms or in orphanages, waiting to be reunited with their families. This book highlights fourteen such stories and tells us what became of each child. Jacques van Dam who was a hidden child in Holland during the Second World War joins the discussion and shares his stories.

Florida's Role in the American Revolution
Thursday, January 14, 10 a.m.
On July 4, 1776 there was no celebration in the British Florida colonies. Join David Southall, Collier County Museum Curator of Education and discover how a little known battle in Florida may have made it possible for the thirteen rebellious American colonies to win their independence from Great Britain.

Music-in-the-Camps -- Sounds of Hope - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, January 19, 2 p.m.
Did you know that Verdi's Requiem, a women's orchestra, a children's opera about bullying, and "Swing Boys" jazz are a part of the Holocaust? So were songs of faith, partisan and resistance music and defiant lullabies. Learn about this history and hear the music presented by Dr. Marian Dolan.

Opera @ The Library: Lecture & Selections from La traviata
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, January 21, 2 p.m.
La traviata, an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi, is set to an Italian libretto by Francesco Maria Piave. The title ‘La traviata’ means literally, The Woman Who Strayed, or perhaps more figuratively, The Fallen Woman. It was originally titled Violetta, after the main character. Presented by the Southwest Florida Italian Opera Society.

The World is Your Second Home
Tuesday, January 26, 2 p.m.
Author Tom Marshall explains a lifestyle that encourages people to travel to a different place each year and rent for several months. Tom' media presentation includes photographs taken while living in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, Estonia, Slovenia and Boothbay Harbor. It is a fascinating story.

Steps and Approaches to Essential Forgiveness
Wednesday, January 27, 2 p.m.
Susan Kimper, MSN, and Dr. Terrence Kimper, Clinical Psychologist, illustrate the distinction between inner and outer forgiveness. They show how reconciliation and justice are best approached from an inner state that is not ruled by anger and illustrate some effective steps and approaches to forgiveness. An NCH educational program.

The Finest Hours: The True Story of the Coast Guard's Most Daring Sea Rescue
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library 
Wednesday, January 27, 6:30 p.m.
An astonishing maritime event took place in February 1952 when a ferocious nor'easter split in half, two oil tankers twenty miles apart off the coast of Cape Cod. Thus began a life-and-death drama of survival, heroism, and tragic mistakes. Author Michael Tougias presents a slide presentation based on his best-selling book.

Off to Never Never Land with Mary Martin - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, January 28, 2 p.m.
Join Women of Note founder, Damaris Peters Pike as she takes us from Weatherford, Texas to Never Land by way of Broadway. This program takes a music tour with stops for One Touch of Venus, Sound of Music, South Pacific, and Peter Pan. Sorry, no flying included!

FEBRUARY

Book Discussion: Lost Symbol by Dan Brown
Tuesday, February 2, 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.
The secret is how to die. So begins Dan Brown’s latest novel, The Lost Symbol.
Harvard professor Robert Langdon again finds himself in a predicament that requires his vast knowledge of symbology and superior problem-solving skills. A disturbing object--artfully encoded with five symbols--is discovered in the Capitol Building. Langdon recognizes the object as an ancient invitation into a long-lost world of esoteric wisdom.

Presidents & Their First Ladies: Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, February 3, 11 a.m.
"Bird" grew into an astute business woman as Lyndon became known as "The Master of the Senate." Johnson was renown for his bigger than life personality and, as Lady Bird said life with Lyndon was "one big adventure." William and Sue Wills present this costumed, dramatic presentation.

Jeni & Billy in Concert - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, February 4, 2 p.m.
Jeni and Billy, an acoustic duo, draw from traditional country, Appalachian and old-time folk music to create original songs. Their concert includes stories of how the songs were written and glimpses into the history of Appalachian life.

Founding the Final Frontier
Tuesday, February 9, 2 p.m.
Collier County is comprised of six unique and diversified community hubs that came together via the waterfronts, Tamiami Trail and railroads. From Confederate soldiers to runaway slaves to Scots-Irish settlers to Native Americans, the final frontier in America became one of the most sought out destinations in world. Lois Dolan, Naples Backyard History presents.

Russia In the Twenty-First Century
Wednesdays, February 10, 17, 24, 10 a.m.
This three session workshop focuses on Russia today and discusses the impact Putin is having on the country and the world. Thomas Tyrell, retired international lawyer, Cambridge graduate, resident of Isle of Man and Naples leads these discussions.
Weekly discussion topics available.

America's Black Elite
Thursday, February 11, 2 p.m.
Dr. Ron Grossman presents this illustrated lecture tracing the evolution of our country’s upper-class black establishment. He provides a unique view of a little known segment of American popular culture and a society within a society’s economic achievements and social institutions, including clubs, elite schools and vacation spots.

World Slavery: The Development and the Rise of American Music
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library 
Thursday, February 11, 6:30 p.m.
Ray Kamalay traces the development of slavery from ancient times to its links with American society up to the jazz age. Discussion includes ancient and modern slavery, the origin of blackface, spirituals, blues, minstrel shows, ragtime and jazz. Kamalay is a professional musician and performs in various genres.

This Old Hat, Patriots of Liberty - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, February 16, 2 p.m.
This program is a one-woman, tour-de-force musical presentation where four noted women of American History are portrayed by Patty Carver, This original musical offering features Betsy Ross, Deborah Sampson, Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Amelia Earhart, profiled in song.

Songs from the Silver Screen: A Musical Presentation by Take Four
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library 
Tuesday, February 16, 6:30 p.m.
The first musical on the silver screen, The Jazz Singer, starred Al Jolson. From then on musical films were king. Join Take Four musicians, pianist Art Isenberg, drummer Arnold Saslavsky, vocalist Joy Spivak and lead guitarist and vocalist Jane Galler for this tribute to the music and stars of the silver screen.

Exercise Is The Best Medicine
Wednesday, February 17, 3 p.m.
Did you know that exercise can help lower blood pressure? Decrease cholesterol? Reduce back and neck pain? Join Megan Flavin, BS, HFS and learn why exercise can be considered "preventive medicine" and the multitude of ways in which it benefits our bodies. An NCH educational program.

Maria Callas
Thursday, February 18, 2 p.m.
Sophia Cecelia Kalos was born in New York City. This portrayal, by Elizabeth "Bonnie" Bozzo begins as Callas experiences her vocal decline and has exiled herself to her Paris apartment. She speaks of her triumphs, her failures and her path to bel canto and her damaging alliance with Aristotle Onassis.

A Living History Program: An Evening with Ed Guthrie
Thursday, February 18, 6:30 p.m.
Ed Guthrie has lived his entire life in the Big Cypress Swamp area. The last hermit in the Everglades, he occasionally comes to town to share stories of how things have changed over the past century. Don't let his crusty appearance and cranky disposition offend you, remember he is 110!

Celebrate Chopin’s Bicentennial Birthday with Maestro William Noll
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library 
Tuesday, February 23, 2 p.m.
Fryderyck Chopin, the beloved “Poet of the Piano,” was born in Poland on March 1, 1810. Maestro William Noll, newly appointed Artistic Director of Classic Chamber Concerts, takes you through the evolution of Chopin's musical life in order to feature the highlights of Chopin's genius and sensitivity.

FILM: Food, Inc. (USA, 2009)
Wednesday, February 24, 6:30 p.m.
Directed by Robert Kenner
Picking up where Fast Food Nation and The Omnivore’s Dilemma left off, Kenner’s urgent and disturbing Academy Award-nominated film explores from where the food we purchase at the grocery store really comes… and what it means for the health of future generations. Not for the squeamish.
Documentary, 94 minutes, color, rated PG

Voices of the Everglades
Thursday, February 25, 10 a.m.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas moved to Miami as a young woman to write for the Miami Herald. Her love of adventure led her into the Everglades where she developed an appreciation for what was perceived as worthless swamp. Join David Southall, Collier County Museum Curator of Education for a look at this important woman.

Joint Pain & the Latest Treatment Options
Thursday, February 25, 2 p.m.
Dr. Kurtis Biggs, M.D., Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon provides a detailed presentation on treatment options for those suffering with joint pain. He offers information and education on the latest technology available. Dr Biggs serves as a national knee and hip replacement instructor and is an advisor on replacement technology development.

Opera @ The Library: Phantom, Masks and Opera
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, February 25, 6:30 p.m.
This program showcases the highlights of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s popular musical and features Ellie Vandermeuse, Soprano and Dino Valle, Baritone. Several traditional standard operatic gems will be sung. Come and enjoy the music of the night!

SKYWARN Spotter Certification: Training by Miami National Weather Service
Friday, February 26, Saturday, February 27, 10 a.m. Basic Skywarn
Friday, February 26, Saturday, February 27, 1 p.m. Advanced Skywarn
Basic Skywarn is a two hour class that includes information necessary to report weather hazards to the NWS Miami. This is a certification class.
Advanced Skywarn provides a deeper understanding of hazardous weather effects in South Florida by providing meteorological tools necessary to evaluate the hazardous weather environment.

MARCH

Microsoft 7® Overview
Tuesday, March 2, 2 p.m.
Join Don Beach, a Microsoft Partner, in examining Microsoft’s newest computer Operating System – Windows 7. See the new multi-media, networking and performance improvements in Windows 7 that make using your computer easier than ever.

Falling In Love With Richard Rodgers! - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 2, 6:30 p.m.
Richard Rodgers's contributions to musical theatre were extraordinary. My Favorite Things, Manhattan, My Funny Valentine, are a few of the songs Sonny & Perley highlight in this concert. Julie Andrews put it best: "All Rodgers's songs hit you somewhere in the solar plexus..."

Marimba Melodies - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Thursday, March 4, 2 p.m.
In Mexico and Guatemala the marimba is often referred to as "Cancion de Madera," the instrument of "Singing Wood." Dr. James L. Moore plays some favorite Latin American songs and discusses the way the instrument is constructed and its place in the culture of this part of the world.

Interview With The Vampire
Wednesday, March 10, 2 p.m.
Laura Rosen, Community Blood Center Community Relations Manager discusses the benefits and misconceptions of giving blood and shows how you can help take a bite out of local blood shortages! An NCH educational program

Book Discussion: The Girl Who Played with Fire by Stieg Larsson
Wednesday, March 17, 2 p.m.
The Girl Who Played with Fire is the second book in the trilogy by Stieg Larsson. His seething heroine, Lisbeth Salander, once again finds herself paired with journalist Mikael Blomkvist on the trail of a sinister criminal enterprise. After a couple is killed, Salander, who has a history of violent tendencies, becomes the prime suspect after the police find her fingerprints on the murder weapon.

A Visit With Tchaikovsky - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 23, 2 p.m.
The adulation accorded Tchaikovsky was second only to Tolstoy, yet his life was chaotic. This lecture by Gordon Greene, cultural historian with 40 years experience teaching music history, explores Tchaikovsky's troublesome relationships while observing the incredible creative impulse he was able to sustain. The main focus is on Tchaikovsky's music.

Henry Flagler
Thursday, March 25, 10 a.m.
Railroad tycoon, Henry Flagler, became an involved in Florida tourism with St. Augustine’s Ponce de Leon Hotel. The success of this operation resulted in extending his railroad and hotel network southward. Join David Southall, Collier County Museum Curator of Education, for a look a at early Florida tourism.

The Four Loves of FDR - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, March 30, 2 p.m.
Charismatic and ebullient, Franklin D. Roosevelt charmed the American people, world leaders and the four women in his life – all of whom he loved: Eleanor, his wife, Lucy Mercer, Missy Lehand and Daisy Suckley. These four women and their private roles in history are portrayed by two dramatists: Rusty Brown and Joan Olsen.

APRIL & MAY

Back From Africa: A Photographic Journey by Wildlife Photographer, Len Messineo- sponsored by the Friends of the Library 
Thursday, April 1, 2 p.m.
The result of a safari in Kenya focuses on the incomparable wildlife of East Africa. Although the emphasis is on animal life, Messineo devotes ample images to scenery, vegetation and the famous Masai, providing an overall appreciation of the Dark Continent. Music and dialogue combine to inform and sometimes shock.

Book Discussion: Brooklyn by Colm Toibin
Wednesday, April 7, 2 p.m.
Eilis Lacey, a diligent young woman with few opportunities in 1950s Ireland is packed off by her family to Brooklyn, where she works in a department store, goes to church and night school, and acquires a boyfriend, before a family crisis presents her with a stark choice between her new life and her old one.

The Fascinating World of Florida Black Bears
Thursday, April 8, 2 p.m.
Most people don’t even know there are black bears in Southwest Florida. Join ranger Lisa Andrews and explore black bear biology and natural history, investigate the ecological importance of our state's largest land mammal and determine positive and negative ways people can and do influence the Florida black bear’s survival.

Florida’s Everglades: "River of Grass"
Thursday, April 15, 10 a.m.
Once described as a river one foot deep and fifty miles across, the Everglades is unlike any other area on earth. Join David Southall, Collier County Curator of Education for a look at the topography, geology, hydrology, and ecology of the "River of Grass."

Southwest Florida History 101
Thursday, April 22, 2 p.m.
Do you ever think what a beautiful paradise we live in? Naples attracts visitors from around the world every day. Why do they come here? Join Susan Maunz of the Collier County Museum to explore the lives of the men and women who shaped our past to create our today.

Cancer Diagnosis? Advice For Dealing With What Comes Next
Wednesday, May 5, 2 p.m.
Learning you have cancer can be overwhelming. Once you have the diagnosis, the emotional impact, the different care and treatment options can be overwhelming. This lecture by Sue Theroux, RN, BSN, MBA, Director Specialty Services – NCH Oncology Services, educates you on the different treatment, services and care available.

Chaos and Invasion: The Second Spanish Colonial Period, 1783 to 1819
Thursday, May 13, 10 a.m.
Great Britain relinquished the Floridas to Spain in 1783, at the end of the American Revolution. Join David Southall, Collier County Museum Curator of Education for a discussion of this chaotic period and learn about the colorful rogues, and adventurers that populated this exciting moment in history.  

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BOOK DISCUSSIONS

Memory by Philippe Grimbert
Tuesday, January 12, 2 p.m.
Growing up in post-war Paris as the sickly only child of glamorous athletic parents, the narrator invents for himself a make-believe older brother. When the boy begins to talk to an old family friend, he comes to realize that his imaginary sibling had a real predecessor: a half brother whose death in a concentration camp is part of a buried family secret. Memory is a mesmerizing tale of coming to terms with one's past through the unraveling of desires.

The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yoko Ogawa
Tuesday, February 23, 2 p.m.
This story evolves around a young housekeeper and her ten-year-old son, who have an esoteric link to a retired university professor through "amicable numbers." It delves into the educational process between the housekeeper, a high school dropout, and the professor, a mathematical genius. This novel about the joy of learning is filled with eccentric yet lovable protagonists.

Julius Winsome by Gerard Donovan
Tuesday, March 16, 2 p.m.
Donovan's poetic, well-crafted novel shows how violence can infect and take over a person's life. Julius Winsome retreats with his old dog, Hobbes, to a remote family cabin in the northern Maine woods. One day a deer hunter deliberately kills Hobbes and Winsome's need for revenge leads to a descent into anger, sadness and perhaps madness.

The Secret Scripture by Sebastian Barry
Tuesday, April 6, 2 p.m.
Barry tells the unforgettable story of Roseanne McNulty. Once one of the most beguiling women in County Sligo, Ireland she is now a resident of Roscommon Regional Mental Hospital and nearing her hundredth year. The Secret Scripture is an incredible tale of one woman's life, and a vivid reminder of the hold that the Church had on individuals throughout much of the twentieth century.