May Events at Edina's Libraries

Editor's Note: The following schedule of events was submitted by the Hennepin County Library.

Dozens of free programs for children, teens, and adults are presented each month at Hennepin County libraries. In May, programs include storytimes, author and literary programs, book clubs, technology classes, career and small business workshops, multicultural programs, and more.  For the complete program schedule and more information: www.hclib.org.

The following programs are scheduled at Hennepin County libraries in Edina:

5280 Grandview Square, Edina, 612-543-6325

World Language Storytime: Chinese 
Thursdays, May 3-17, 11-11:30 a.m. at Edina Library 
For children age 2 and up. Experience the world in other languages. 
分享中文书籍、故事、诗歌和音乐

First Pages: Selecting Literary Agents
Saturday, May 12, 11 a.m.-noon at Edina Library 
Registration required; begins April 14; limit 20. Most publishers won’t look at your manuscript unless an agent represents you. How do you get an agent? Learn what good agents do and don’t do, and how to find one right for your work, along with query letter basics. 
This project is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Presented in collaboration with The Loft Literary Center.

Great Decisions: Indonesia
Monday, May 14, 4-5:30 p.m. at Edina Library 
Registration required; begins April 16; limit 75. Indonesia made remarkable strides politically, economically and socially since emerging from authoritarianism 15 years ago. Yet the new, democratic country is still developing, facing considerable challenges. Retired Foreign Service officer and media commentator Tom Hanson will speak. 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Edina Library.

Arthritis Answers
Tuesday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. at Edina Library 
Registration required; begins April 17; limit 75. Arthritis is the number one cause of disability in the United States. What is it and what are its most common forms? Learn about common misconceptions, pain management strategies, exercises, diet and treatment options. Discover programs and services offered by the Arthritis Foundation.

Master Gardener: Pruning Trees and Shrubs
Saturday, May 19, 10:30 a.m. at Edina Library 
What are the important considerations that go into pruning your woody plants? Topics include timing, how to prune, steps in pruning, the do's and don't's of pruning and the proper tools to use. 
Presented in collaboration with Hennepin County Master Gardeners, University of Minnesota Extension.

7001 York Ave. S., Edina, 612-543-5900

Tuesdays With a Scholar
Tuesdays, May 1 & 8, 10-11:30 a.m. at Southdale Library 
Join local scholars for weekly lectures and discussions about timely and fascinating topics, from brain science to international politics. For program topics, see the Southdale Library home page. 
Presented in collaboration with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

Artitude: Comics and Manga
Tuesdays, May 1-29, 4-6 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Register online or call 952-847-5914.
Grades 7-12. Refine your skills beyond those drawings done in the margins of your math and science papers. You will learn how professionals produce awesome comic books and animations, and create dynamic characters, believable environments and captivating story lines in this six-part workshop. 
This project is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

HIRED Career ConsultationWednesday, May 2, 1-3 p.m. at Southdale Library
This one-on-one 15-minute session will help job seekers develop a customized job search plan, including networking, cover letters, résumés, interviewing, career assessment and more. Sign up in person at the second-floor conference room on the day of the program.

Teen Anime Club
Wednesday, May 2, 7-9 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Grades 7-12. Can't get enough anime? Join up to watch and review brand-new anime episodes, share artwork and hang out with other anime fans. 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Southdale Library.

Used Book Sale
Friday & Saturday, May 4 & 5, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday, May 6, noon-4:30 p.m. at Southdale Library
The Friends of the Library will hold a sale of hundreds of adult and children's fiction and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback. Most books, withdrawn from the Hennepin County Library system or donated by the public, will be priced $1 or less. Funds raised will benefit the library.

Thursday, May 3, 5-8:30 p.m. - Southdale Friends members only. Join at the door!

Sunday, May 6, noon-4:30 p.m. - Bag sale.

Arthritis Answers
Tuesday, May 8, 1 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Arthritis is the number one cause of disability in the United States. What is it and what are its most common forms? Learn about common misconceptions, pain management strategies, exercises, diet and treatment options. Discover programs and services offered by the Arthritis Foundation.

Minnesota's Other Civil War: The Dakota Uprisings
Tuesday, May 8, 7-8:30 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Dean Urdahl, Minnesota State Representative whose ancestors helped settle Litchfield Township in 1856, will speak on the 1862 Dakota Conflict as well as his "Dakota Uprising" series of historic novels. This sesquicentennial event will offer a deeper knowledge of Minnesota's history. 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Southdale Library.

Job Networking Group
Wednesday, May 9, 1-2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 23, 10-11:30 a.m. at Southdale Library 
Network with other job seekers and hear guest speakers discuss various job search topics. Led by job counselors from HIRED.

SCORE® Small Business Consultations
Monday, May 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Meet with a business counselor to develop your business plan, discuss a new idea or tackle a business problem. Consultations are free and confidential. Walk-ins are welcome or call 952-938-4570 to make an appointment. Visit the SCORE website at www.score-minneapolis.org for details.

MacPhail Center for Music: Sing, Play, Learn!
Thursdays, May 17-31, 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Southdale Library 
Registration required; begins April 19; limit 20. Preschool. Hands-on musical play activities led by early childhood music specialists will let your family experience music’s impact on learning and reading readiness. Together you will sing, rhyme, read, move and create! 
This project is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Sponsored by MELSA (Metropolitan Library Service Agency).

Storybook Theatre: Kenny and the Dragon
Saturday, May 19, 2 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Grades 1-6. Will Kenny Rabbit come up with a plan to save his two best friends as they are about to enter the battle of their lives? Watch this exciting and fun rendition of Tony DiTerlizzi's beloved “Kenny & the Dragon.”

Cloud Computing: Microsoft Office Web Apps and Google Docs
Monday, May 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Registration required; begins April 23; limit 9. Learn about Google Docs and Microsoft Web Apps, free Web-based applications for creating documents, spreadsheets, and more. Familiarity with Internet and email use required.

SCORE® Business Owners Roundtables
Wednesday, May 23, 3:30-5 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Get feedback and advice, exchange ideas, experiences and solutions with other business owners in a roundtable discussion led by SCORE counselors. Grow your business network by learning from the success of others. Registration required by either calling SCORE at 952-938-4570 or go to www.score-minneapolis.org.

Microsoft Word: Basics
Thursday, May 24, 6-8 p.m. at Southdale Library 
Register online or call 952-847-5914.
Learn how to use the ribbon, enter and delete text, basic formatting, cut, copy and paste; and when to use 'save' and 'save as.'

Spice & Slice of Asian America: American Bamboo 
Saturday, May 26, 10:30 a.m. at Southdale Library 
As with other immigrant groups, Asian immigrants have had their struggles. This new play will offer poignant and comic insights into the Asian American experience, highlighting specific ethnic Asian groups and will incorporate Japanese and Vietnamese stories and Bollywood-style dances. 
This project is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Presented in partnership with Mu Performing Arts.