But what, you ask, does it mean!? Auld lang syne literally
translates to ‘old long since’. Today’s equivalent would be ‘for old time’s
sake’. For a modern version presented along side Burns’, click here.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
old ang sign?
New Year’s Eve celebrations just wouldn’t be complete without
a verse or 2 of Auld Lang Syne. It was written in 1788 by Scottish poet Robert Burns and set to traditional folk tunes (the original tune sung below). It became custom to sing it at Scotland’s Hogmanay (New Year’s Eve)
festivities and quickly spread round the world. Canadian Guy
Lombardo popularised the song in North America through his annual broadcasts
beginning in 1929.
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Free Math Tutoring

Sundays at 2:00 pm. Tutors will provide math instruction for kids in grades K-12th. Please bring an assignment/topic you need help with. First come first served basis.
Poetry Slam
"I say, 'I am fat.' He says, 'no, you're beautiful.' I wonder why I cannot be both."
Rachel Wiley performing at NPS 2013, in Boston, Massachusetts
Computer classes
Introduction to MS Word 2010
Tuesdays: January 7. February 4. March 11. 1:00p.m.
An introductory class to familiarize users with Microsoft Word.
Adults, reservation required
Introduction to Database Research
Saturdays: January 18. February 15. March 15. April 19. 1:00 pm.
A hands-on computer workshop to learn about databases the library has to
offer and how to use them!
Adults and Young Adults welcome. First come, first seated in Adult
Reference Computers Area
Introduction to MS Excel 2010
Tuesday: January 21. February 18. March 25. 1:00p.m
An introductory class to familiarize users with Microsoft Excel.
Adults, reservation required
For information phone 770.360.8897
All is calm

Dahn Yoga is a combination of stretching, breathing, and
meditation.
Sundays: 5, 19 January and 9, 23 February at 3 pm.
Thursdays: 16, 23, 30 January and 20, 27 February at
6:30 pm.
Yoga & Meditation
Mondays: 6, 13, 27 January and 3, 10, 17, 24 February
at 11:00 am.
Beginning yoga and meditation techniques for adult beginners.
Thursday, December 26, 2013
100 ways...
"In a world of abrupt, hastily typed e-mails and instant messages, the art of pen-and-paper note writing may seem lost, yet nothing else says “thank you” with quite the same elegance or sincerity. Now you will never again struggle to find the right words for that beautifully penned message." - Syndetics
AFPL also has several manners books for kids including: The thank you book for kids : hundreds of creative, cool, and clever ways to say thank you! , Teen manners : from malls to meals to messaging and beyond, and Moxy Maxwell does not love writing thank-you notes.
Saturday, December 21, 2013
Speak out for your library!

Holiday schedule

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas!
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Last minute crunch!?

Your gift gives twice. Proceeds help fund programs and materials at Ocee library.
Monday, December 16, 2013
Sunday, December 15, 2013
Bill wants to tell you...

P.S. The library helped me do
this letter on the computer because I don't have one and I didn't think you
would be able to read my writing. I didn't realize that there were even
computers at the library. I've learned a lot by coming to our library and seeing
what is available. I would never have done this without your World Book
Night."
Join Friends and Ocee staff in becoming a "book giver". Learn more. It's free and easy to apply.
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
No shushing
...when members of the recently formed Alpharetta Community Chorus performed
international carols at the library this past Saturday. It was fun to see
patrons slowly emerging from the stacks at the unexpected sounds of singing –
and drums! Little ones bobbed to the beat. The audience joined the chorus in a sing-along. All enjoyed punch and nibbling on holiday cookies after the concert.
If you missed the performance or would like an encore with the full compliment of singers, ACC’s Christmas concert is 7:00 Sunday 15 December at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church.
If you missed the performance or would like an encore with the full compliment of singers, ACC’s Christmas concert is 7:00 Sunday 15 December at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church.
Monday, December 9, 2013
Teens celebrate end of semester

Teens 12-18, come to Ocee library Thursday 12 December at 6 pm for sandwiches, cookies, drinks, and classic games like Charades, Twister, Mad Libs, and more to celebrate the end of semester/holiday break.
Crafting @ Ocee
Terrific Tuesday Crafts
10 December at 4pm.
Parent or caregiver must be present for
ages 7 and under. Ages 5 to 12. Limit of 30.
Beaded Wire Snowflakes
Wednesday 11 December at 5:30
Ages 5 and up
Friday, December 6, 2013
Read, Dream, Grow

Thursday, December 5, 2013
1918-2013
"Education is the most powerful weapon
which you can use to change the world." Nelson Mandela

Give books away!

Reading for pleasure improves literacy, improves employability, social interaction, and can have a positive effect on mental health. Book readers are more likely to participate in positive activities such as volunteering, attending cultural events, and even physical exercise.
Please consider being a Book Giver. It's easy! It's free!
Have your tickets ready!
Here are a few books about trains for the holiday travel
season:
Trains and Lovers -
Alexander McCall Smith
Orphan Train - Christina
Baker Kline
Mrs. Queen Takes the Train - William Kuhn
The Train of Small Mercies
- David Rowell
The Polar Express – Chris Van
Allsburg
Visit AFPL online catalogue to see which novel you'd like to book.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)