Tunes at Two 2-3 p.m. Reading Balcony
This program has been canceled.
Local musicians provide a musical backdrop at the Columbia Public Library on the first Sunday of every month. This month we present blues guitarist Dave Angle.

100 Years: A Writing Contest
Everyone has heard the story of Winston Churchill's visit, but what about the thousands of stories about Callaway people and places that are not so well known? Pick a moment, a day, or even a decade in the last 100 years of Callaway history. Write a short story, an essay or poem about that point in time. Prizes will be awarded for the best entries in each category. The top 25 entries will be published this fall in "Callaway: One Hundred Years." Guidelines are available at the library and online. Cosponsored by the Callaway Writers Group. Pick up a contest entry form beginning Monday, June 2 and turn in your piece by Wednesday, July 2.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friends Room
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Online Job Application Assistance 9:30-11:30 a.m. Training Center
Are you trying to fill out a job application on the Internet? Perhaps you are working on your resume? This new weekly drop-in session for jobseekers begins June 3. These sessions will offer you the extra computer time you may need to fill out out online applications, and staff will be there to offer you some basic computer assistance.

First Tuesday Book Sale Noon-7 p.m.
This month's themes are cookbooks and handicrafts. First Tuesday sales feature some of the very best books that have been donated to the Friends. The Friends also conduct sales every Tuesday in the library lobby Noon-3 p.m. and now also in the evenings, 5-7 p.m. All proceeds go to support library services.

Drop-in Internet & Computer Help Noon-1:30 p.m. Training Center
Need to learn how to fill out an online job application? Set up an e-mail account? Find something on the web? Use the library's web site? Bring your questions to this weekly drop-in session, and we will help. You can also use this time for self-guided study with our interactive tutorials.

Reading to Fido 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Your child can read to a dog from the Show Me Canines therapy group. This is a unique and fun way to help improve children's literacy skills. All dogs are certified by Therapy Dogs International and overseen by a handler during the reading sessions. Kindergarten age and older.

Share Your Library Memories
Tell us about your first or favorite memory of the Callaway County Public Library. The Fulton Public Library first opened on July 2, 1908 in the Odd Fellows Building when a group of citizens organized to provide the community with library services. One hundred years later, we want to collect your memories for a display in the library to commemorate this milestone anniversary. E-mail us your memory in 75 words or less to comments@dbrl.org.

First Wednesday Book Discussion Noon-1 p.m. Friends Room
Bring a snack and join us to discuss “Black Elk Speaks,” the acclaimed story of Lakota visionary Nicholas Black Elk (1863–1950) and his people. Black Elk grew up when white settlers were invading the Lakotas’ homeland, decimating buffalo herds and threatening to extinguish their way of life. Black Elk and other Lakotas fought back, a dogged resistance that resulted in a remarkable victory at Little Bighorn and an unspeakable tragedy at Wounded Knee. Beautifully told through the celebrated poet and writer John G. Neihardt, this book is an achievement of collaborative autobiography, a landmark history of a Native American nation and an enduring spiritual testament. At this program, you can pick up Nancy Farmer’s “The House of the Scorpion” to be discussed July 2.

Picnic in the Garden 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Gene Martin Secret Garden
Drop by with your picnic basket and enjoy your lunch outside in the Secret Garden while you listen to our staff read aloud some of their favorite stories.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 6:30-8:30 p.m. Training Center
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 9:30-11:30 a.m. OR 2-4 p.m. Training Center
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Messy Time 9:30-11 a.m. OR 2-3:30 p.m. Gene Martin Secret Garden
Dive in with your child for hands-on mayhem involving play dough, goop and all sorts of edibles. Take the madness home by grabbing our "Recipes for Fun" booklet full of our favorite goopy, messy recipes. Please dress accordingly and bring a towel. Ages birth-5. Registration begins Tuesday, May 27.

Bug Scavenger Hunt 10 a.m.-Noon
Kick off the summer with a bug-hunting expedition in the library. In keeping with this year's Summer Reading theme, "Catch the Reading Bug," we will hide paper bugs throughout the library and see how much you know about your library as you try to find them. Ages 3-12 (please accompany your child age 7 or younger). You can also sign up a day early for Summer Reading at this program.

Teen Gaming 2-4 p.m.
Drop by the library with your friends to play DDR, Guitar Hero II or collectible card games like Magic: The Gathering or Yu-Gi-Oh. Ages 13-18.

TRYPS Theater: Live at Eleven 11 a.m.-Noon Program Room, Children's Area
This month's theme: Cowboys and Cowgirls. TRYPS is Columbia's professional theater group for young audiences. At this free workshop, ages 12 and younger will participate in original plays, improvisation, sing-alongs, puppetry and poetry.

Columbia Garden Club Flower Show 1:30-4 p.m. Friends Room
This public flower show is truly a treat for the senses. The Columbia Garden Club's annual standard flower show features a variety of floral designs on this year's theme, TV Guide. There will also be educational exhibits and many individual horticultural specimens to enjoy.

Summer Reading Begins
Sign up beginning today for our annual Summer Reading program for ages 3-12. This year's "Catch the Reading Bug" theme is sure to catch the attention of your child and encourage her to read all summer.

Messy Time 10-11 a.m.
Dive in with your child for hands-on mayhem involving play dough, goop and all sorts of edibles. Take the madness home by grabbing our "Recipes for Fun" booklet full of our favorite goopy, messy recipes. Please dress accordingly and bring a towel. If the weather is nice, we'll be outside. Ages 1-5.

Author Neal Powers 7-8 p.m. Friends Room
In "Millie's Honor," Neal Powers has written a charming coming-of-age novel about growing up in a rural town during the 50s and 60s. The focus of the novel is the town's new English teacher, Margaret Millicent McKenna, and her influence on the young narrator and his friends. A native of Fulton, Powers writes vividly of the events and people that shaped the baby boom era.

Reading to Rover 5:30-7:30 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Your child will read for 15 minutes to a dog from Ann Gafke's Teacher's Pet Therapy Dogs while a handler oversees them. This is a fun and unique way to help improve children's literacy skills. All dogs are certified with Therapy Dogs International. Kindergarten age and older.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friends Room
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 27.

Family DDR: Dance Dance Revolution 6-7 p.m.
You've seen the older kids dancing; now come learn some moves and show us what the younger set and moms and dads can do. Ages 6-12 with a parent.

Online Job Application Assistance 9:30-11:30 a.m. Training Center
Are you trying to fill out a job application on the Internet? Perhaps you are working on your resume? This new weekly drop-in session for jobseekers begins June 3. These sessions will offer you the extra computer time you may need to fill out out online applications, and staff will be there to offer you some basic computer assistance.

Drop-in Internet & Computer Help Noon-1:30 p.m. Training Center
Need to learn how to fill out an online job application? Set up an e-mail account? Find something on the web? Use the library's web site? Bring your questions to this weekly drop-in session, and we will help. You can also use this time for self-guided study with our interactive tutorials.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 6:30-8:30 p.m. Training Center
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Beyond the Bouquet: Modern Floral Design 7 p.m. Friends Room
Once those flowers start blooming, you'll want to bring them inside to enjoy. Learn about modern design principles to create stunning arrangements with flowers from your garden. Cosponsored and presented by Heart of Missouri Master Gardeners.

Garden Bugs for Kids 2-2:45 p.m. Friends Room
Ladybugs are beneficial to have around, but they’re just one of the many insects that can help you out in the garden. To attract these good guys to your yard, you have to provide the particular food they like. Join us to learn about ladybugs and other beneficial insects in your backyard. Master Gardeners certified by University of Missouri Extension will be on hand to provide information and answer gardening questions. Ages 5-12.

Garden Pests 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friends Room
Critters, bugs, bacteria, viruses and fungi–all are uninvited guests in the garden. Learn to identify the good done by beneficial insects, the injury done by harmful ones, and explore possible remedies for pests in the garden. Master Gardeners certified by University of Missouri Extension will be on hand to provide information and answer gardening questions.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 2-4 p.m. Training Center
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

How to Set Up and Use Free E-mail 2-3:30 p.m. Training Center
You don't need to have Internet access at home to have an e-mail account. The library offers free access to the web. You just need to sign up with one of the many free commercial e-mail services. We will teach you how to set up an account or how to use the one you already have. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Wild Heart Concert 7-7:45 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Wiggle along with "Armadillo Alphabet," dance like an insect to "The Buzzy Wuzzy Buggy Boogie" and gross out your mom with "Scit, Scat, Diddily Doo." Songwriter Jan Syrigos and husband George Syrigos will perform a wild variety of tunes chock-full of facts about the natural world. Their first project, "Critter Rock," won an Emmy for the accompanying video, a Parent's Choice Award and an award from the Association of Conservation Information. The Syrigos family resides in the rolling hills of southern Missouri and is happiest collecting acorns, crossing creeks and making music. The whole family will enjoy this show.

Investing in Stocks 7 p.m. Friends Room
If you've never invested in stocks and would like to learn about it, here is an opportunity to ask some local experts. Joe Sestak and Hannah Klachko, both longtime investors and members of local investment clubs, will take the mystery out of the process, cover how Wall Street works and explain how stocks work. Registration begins Tuesday, May 27.

Party With the Stars 7:30-9 p.m. Gene Martin Secret Garden
Summer's almost here, officially, but why does summer start in June and not in July or August when it's really hot? We'll answer that (it has to do with how the sun travels across the sky) and lots of other seasonal questions tonight. If it's clear, we'll also go outside and view Saturn and our moon with a computer-controlled telescope. If you've ever wondered what a cross-quarter day is or would like to see Saturn's rings, then you simply must "party with the stars" in June. Hosted by Val Germann and cosponsored by the Central Missouri Astronomical Association. Enter through the Gene Martin Secret Garden, west end of main parking lot.

Wild Heart Concert 7-7:45 p.m. Ashland American Legion Hall
Wiggle along with "Armadillo Alphabet," dance like an insect to "The Buzzy Wuzzy Buggy Boogie" and gross out your mom with "Scit, Scat, Diddily Doo." Songwriter Jan Syrigos and husband George Syrigos will perform a wild variety of tunes chock-full of facts about the natural world. Their first project, "Critter Rock," won an Emmy for the accompanying video, a Parent's Choice Award and an award from the Association of Conservation Information. The Syrigos family resides in the rolling hills of southern Missouri and is happiest collecting acorns, crossing creeks and making music. The whole family will enjoy this show.

Wild Heart Concert 11-11:45 a.m. Friends Room
Wiggle along with "Armadillo Alphabet," dance like an insect to "The Buzzy Wuzzy Buggy Boogie" and gross out your mom with "Scit, Scat, Diddily Doo." Songwriter Jan Syrigos and husband George Syrigos will perform a wild variety of tunes chock-full of facts about the natural world. Their first project, "Critter Rock," won an Emmy for the accompanying video, a Parent's Choice Award and an award from the Association of Conservation Information. The Syrigos family resides in the rolling hills of southern Missouri and is happiest collecting acorns, crossing creeks and making music. The whole family will enjoy this show.

Pet Connection 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lobby
Meet some furry friends who are available for adoption at the Central Missouri Humane Society. Volunteers from the Humane Society will be available to discuss pet care and the Society's activities.

Wild Heart Concert 2-2:45 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Wiggle along with "Armadillo Alphabet," dance like an insect to "The Buzzy Wuzzy Buggy Boogie" and gross out your mom with "Scit, Scat, Diddily Doo." Songwriter Jan Syrigos and husband George Syrigos will perform a wild variety of tunes chock-full of facts about the natural world. Their first project, "Critter Rock," won an Emmy for the accompanying video, a Parent's Choice Award and an award from the Association of Conservation Information. The Syrigos family resides in the rolling hills of southern Missouri and is happiest collecting acorns, crossing creeks and making music. The whole family will enjoy this show.

Teen Summer Reading Challenge Begins
The theme of this year's Teen Reading Challenge is Metamorphosis. Sign up at your library or bookmobile stop and find out if a book can change you this summer. Complete the challenge and you'll be entered to win an MP3 player or a flash drive.

Gock Puppets 2-3 p.m. OR 7-8 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
"Huh? What is a gock?" you say. It is a goth sock puppet, of course! Come express your inner goth, by giving your puppet a mohawk or a mullet, a piercing or a tattoo. Bblack and white socks are the basis for these quirky puppets. Not into goth? Think outside the box and create a punk, hip-hop or emo puppet. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any odds and ends that you want to use for a personal touch. The afternoon session is for teens, and the evening session is for ages 6-12. Registration begins Tuesday, June 3.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friends Room
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, June 3.

Reading to Rex 6-7 p.m.
Your child can read to a dog from the Show Me Canines therapy group. This is a unique and fun way to help improve children's literacy skills. All dogs are certified by Therapy Dogs International and overseen by a handler during the reading sessions. Kindergarten age and older.

Online Job Application Assistance 9:30-11:30 a.m. Training Center
Are you trying to fill out a job application on the Internet? Perhaps you are working on your resume? This new weekly drop-in session for jobseekers begins June 3. These sessions will offer you the extra computer time you may need to fill out out online applications, and staff will be there to offer you some basic computer assistance.

Drop-in Internet & Computer Help Noon-1:30 p.m. Training Center
Need to learn how to fill out an online job application? Set up an e-mail account? Find something on the web? Use the library's web site? Bring your questions to this weekly drop-in session, and we will help. You can also use this time for self-guided study with our interactive tutorials.

Online Documents From the National Archives 2-3:30 p.m. Friends Room
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is an independent agency of the federal government that preserves and documents government and historical records. NARA has partnered with nonprofit and commercial organizations to digitize these records and make them available online. Millions of documents are already available and more are being added every day, including fascinating documents like Revolutionary War and Civil War pension applications, records of the Southern Claim Commission after the Civil War and the investigative files of the FBI, 1908-1922. At this program, you'll learn all about NARA’s online partners and how to find the best free access to these records.

Storyteller Beth Horner 7-7:45 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Nationally acclaimed storyteller Beth Horner lived her early years on Sugar Grove Farm here in Boone County with a pet cow named Birthday Cake, a pet beagle named Favorite and a pet duck who thought he was a dog. She came to the art of storytelling naturally, having been raised by a city grandmother who told her fairy tales learned at the library, an English professor mother who introduced her to books and poetry, a sister who cast her in farmyard musical productions and a farmer/meteorologist father who regaled her with stories of her ancestors – of both good and questionable repute. She grew up to become a librarian and then a full-time storyteller. Beth has performed at the National Storytelling Festival and on "Live From National Geographic"; she's been awarded the National Storytelling Network's Circle of Excellence Award and even taught NASA engineers how to tell stories. She's surely got a story that will captivate your family, too.

Bug Catchers 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Make your very own bug catcher. You can also make a temporary home for the bugs you catch to stay in for a day or so while you look them over. Registration begins Monday, June 2.

Tasty Bugs!? 2-2:45 p.m.
You might not like the idea of eating bugs, but in some countries people eat them on a regular basis. We'll read about some of the bugs people eat and maybe even try some ourselves. Ages 5 and older.

Diary of a Worm 2-2:45 p.m. OR 7-7:45 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Come hear the hilarious and award-winning story "Diary of a Worm" by Doreen Cronin, and create your own insect diary. Ages 6 and older with an adult. Registration begins Tuesday, June 3.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 6:30-8:30 p.m. Training Center
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Author Steve Weinberg: "Taking on the Trust" 7 p.m. Friends Room
Nationally known author Steve Weinberg has just published his latest book, "Taking on the Trust: The Epic Battle of Ida Tarbell and John D. Rockefeller, How an Investigative Journalist Brought Down Standard Oil." Undaunted by the ruthless power of Standard founder John D. Rockefeller (1839-1937), a talented journalist named Ida Minerva Tarbell confronted the company often called "The Trust." Through her peerless fact gathering and devastating prose, Tarbell, on the staff of McClure's Magazine, pioneered the practice of what later became known as investigative reporting. Steve Weinberg is the author of six previous nonfiction books. A journalist since the late 1960s, Weinberg also teaches part-time at the University of Missouri School of Journalism.

Storyteller Beth Horner 2-2:45 p.m.
Nationally acclaimed storyteller Beth Horner lived her early years on Sugar Grove Farm here in Boone County with a pet cow named Birthday Cake, a pet beagle named Favorite and a pet duck who thought he was a dog. She came to the art of storytelling naturally, having been raised by a city grandmother who told her fairy tales learned at the library, an English professor mother who introduced her to books and poetry, a sister who cast her in farmyard musical productions and a farmer/meteorologist father who regaled her with stories of her ancestors – of both good and questionable repute. She grew up to become a librarian and then a full-time storyteller. Beth has performed at the National Storytelling Festival and on "Live From National Geographic"; she's been awarded the National Storytelling Network's Circle of Excellence Award and even taught NASA engineers how to tell stories. She's surely got a story that will captivate your family, too.

Going Buggy With MDC 11-11:45 a.m. OR 2-2:45 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Join Missouri Department of Conservation educator Betsy Blake for stories, activities and crafts all about bugs. Discover how insects affect your everyday life. Families, ages 5 and older. Registration begins Tuesday, June 3.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 2-4 p.m. Training Center
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Movie: Charlotte’s Web 7-9 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Based on the beloved book by E.B. White, this is the charming tale of Fern and her young pet pig, Wilbur. Just as Wilbur learns of his impending fate on the chopping block, he meets a very special spider who begins to weave messages in her web such as “Some Pig,” “Radiant,” and “Terrific.” The messages make Wilbur famous and ultimately save his life in this story of friendship and loyalty. Voiced by Dakota Fanning, Julia Roberts, Oprah Winfrey. Paramount Pictures; rated G; 113 minutes; 2006. Bring your favorite pillow or blanket and get comfortable. Popcorn provided. Enter through the Gene Martin Secret Garden, west end of main parking lot.

Movie: Charlotte's Web 1-3 p.m. American Legion Hall
Based on the beloved book by E.B. White, this is the charming tale of Fern and her young pet pig, Wilbur. Just as Wilbur learns of his impending fate on the chopping block, he meets a very special spider who begins to weave messages in her web such as “Some Pig,” “Radiant,” and “Terrific.” The messages make Wilbur famous and ultimately save his life in this story of friendship and loyalty. Voiced by Dakota Fanning, Julia Roberts, Oprah Winfrey. Paramount Pictures; rated G; 113 minutes; 2006. Bring your favorite pillow or blanket and get comfortable.

Games of the Past 10 a.m.-Noon
What games did children play 100 years ago when library services were just getting started in Fulton? Stop by the library during the Street Fair to participate in some old-fashioned fun.

Friends Centennial Book Sale 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Come by the library during the Street Fair, cool off and buy a good book at the Friends of the Callaway County Public Library's book sale. All proceeds benefit the programs and services of the library.

Movie: Charlotte's Web 2-4 p.m. Friends Room
Based on the beloved book by E.B. White, this is the charming tale of Fern and her young pet pig, Wilbur. Just as Wilbur learns of his impending fate on the chopping block, he meets a very special spider who begins to weave messages in her web such as “Some Pig,” “Radiant,” and “Terrific.” The messages make Wilbur famous and ultimately save his life in this story of friendship and loyalty. Voiced by Dakota Fanning, Julia Roberts, Oprah Winfrey. Paramount Pictures; rated G; 113 minutes; 2006. (Take a break from the heat and noise of the Street Fair today to come inside and enjoy a movie. Bring a blanket or pillow to be more comfortable.)

Home Buying 101 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Friends Room
This pre-purchase home-buyer's seminar will teach you about the entire home-buying process, from start to finish. Completion of the class may qualify you for up to $4,000 toward your down payment or closing costs. Cosponsored and presented by the not-for-profit Enterprise Development Corporation using City of Columbia Community Development Block Grant funds. There is a $10 registration fee. Space is limited. Registration begins Saturday, May 24.

Family Read Aloud 11-11:30 a.m. Program Room, Children's Area
At this monthly program, we will read to you. That's it. Really. No songs, no puppets or crafts, sometimes even no pictures. Just come settle in to listen to chapters from classic children's books, longer picture books and newer favorites. All you need are your ears. We’ll also gather related books you might want to check out. Families, recommended for ages 5 and older, much older if you like, because you're never too old to enjoy a good read aloud.

Nutrition Can Be Fun 2-3 p.m. Friends Room
Kids can have a great time and learn a lot by helping in the kitchen. Bring the whole family and learn to cook some simple, easy and nutritious snacks with your kids. They'll learn nutrition and measuring, and they can be proud of the yummy end results. Cosponsored by the Central Missouri Dietetics Association.

Yarn Party 2-3:30 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Bring in your current knitting or crocheting project, whether you are a beginner or advanced; all levels are welcome. We’ll also look at some new, hip projects that go beyond the traditional scarves and granny squares. Ages 13-18. Registration begins Tuesday, June 10.

Bug's-Eye View Photo Contest
Calling shutterbugs of all ages! This year's photo contest is open to kids and adults. Simply take pictures of nature or everyday items from a bug’s-eye view and turn them in July 21-26. Packets with contest rules and photography resources will be available at your library or online at www.dbrl.org starting June 23. Entries will be displayed in each facility and winning entries will be posted on the library web site. All ages.

Buggy Photo Opportunity Children's Area
If you were a bug, what would you be? We'll have props for you to use to transform yourself into a variety of crazy insects. Stop by the library with cameras in hand for this fantastic photo opportunity. This activity will travel to each of our libraries for a week at a time.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friends Room
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, June 10.

Buggy Cartooning 2-3 p.m. Friends Room
Try your hand at drawing some funny bugs and crazy creepy crawlies. “Uncle” James Mouser from KOMU-TV’s “Pepper & Friends” will teach you some simple cartooning steps. Ages 8 and older, but teens and adults are welcome.

Online Job Application Assistance 9:30-11:30 a.m. Training Center
Are you trying to fill out a job application on the Internet? Perhaps you are working on your resume? This new weekly drop-in session for jobseekers begins June 3. These sessions will offer you the extra computer time you may need to fill out out online applications, and staff will be there to offer you some basic computer assistance.

Drop-in Internet & Computer Help Noon-1:30 p.m. Training Center
Need to learn how to fill out an online job application? Set up an e-mail account? Find something on the web? Use the library's web site? Bring your questions to this weekly drop-in session, and we will help. You can also use this time for self-guided study with our interactive tutorials.

Internet Basics 2-3:30 p.m. Training Center
Feeling lost on the web? We will get back to the basics of the Internet: how to navigate the web using a browser and perform simple searches to find the information you are seeking. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Kunama Mtendaji: For Crawling Out Loud 7-7:45 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Kunama Mtendaji drums, sings, dances and tells stories from various cultures with a vibrant energy. Rich in African-American folklore, his performance features a multitude of cultural art forms that bring us together in "moja taifa" (one nation). Kunama will delight your senses with tales, music and dances about insects. He was named the 2005 artist of the year by the St. Louis chapter of Young Audiences. All ages will enjoy this show.

Buggy Art 3:30-4:30 p.m.
To complement our Summer Reading bug theme, we'll use everyday objects and craft materials to create some buggy creatures. Registration begins Monday, June 9.

Busy Bees 2-2:45 p.m.
How do bees make honey? Do all bees do the same things? How do you collect honey? These are just some of the questions real-life beekeeper Valerie Duever will answer for kids ages 5 and older.

Publish Your Own Book 7-8:30 p.m. Friends Room
Publishing a book is no longer the expensive and time-consuming project it used to be. You can have a real, professionally printed book in your hands within 10 days, and you can order one or two copies at a time with no obligation to buy more. Publishing your recipes, poems, memories, family stories or even the history of your business, church or club can be easy (and fun). We'll explore "publish on demand" web sites and learn all about the process in this hands-on workshop. Registration begins Wednesday, June 11.

Self-Guided Computer Tutorials 2-4 p.m. Training Center
Learn at your own pace with these self-guided tutorials on the Windows operating system. An instructor will be present to get you started and to answer questions. If you're brand new to computers, start with the Mouse Tutorial. Or, pick from these lessons: Basic Skills, Computer Basics, Files and Folders, Exploring the Web, Outlook Express Basics, Basic or Intermediate Word Processing, Basic or Intermediate Spreadsheets, Basic or Intermediate Presentations or What's New in Windows Vista. Please bring headphones (the kind that work with a portable audio device) or purchase a set for $1.50. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

The Online Library 7-8:30 p.m. Training Center
The library provides free access to a variety of high-quality Internet databases that cardholders can use for study, in-depth research or practical help. In this hands-on class, learn how to use online auto repair manuals, legal forms, genealogy databases, full-text encyclopedias, archives of newspapers and magazines, plus much more. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Kunama Mtendaji: For Crawling Out Loud 9:30-10 a.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Kunama Mtendaji drums, sings, dances and tells stories from various cultures with a vibrant energy. Rich in African-American folklore, his performance features a multitude of cultural art forms that bring us together in "moja taifa" (one nation). Kunama will delight your senses with tales, music and dances about insects. He was named the 2005 artist of the year by the St. Louis chapter of Young Audiences. All ages will enjoy this show.

Basic Mac Skills 1:30-3 p.m. Training Center
This class will guide you through the basics of Mac OS X. We will talk about the essentials of using your Mac, including Apple's integrated software for e-mail, Internet, music, photos, etc., and how to customize your computer to your own particular needs. There will also be time to answer your questions. Registration begins Tuesday, May 20.

Bug Journals 2-3 p.m. OR 7-8 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Come create bug observation journals. We will even have some critters for you to start writing about. Ages 6-12. Registration begins Tuesday, June 17.

Buggy Over Board Games 10-11:30 a.m. OR 2-3:30 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Does your family go buggy over board games? Drop by the library today where we'll have board games galore for families with children of all ages.

Family DDR: Dance Dance Revolution 6:30-8:30 p.m.
You've seen the older kids dancing; now come learn some moves and show us what the younger set and moms and dads can do. Ages 6-12 with a parent.

Bats on Parade Crafts 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Decorate a life-sized paper bat to be displayed in the children's area in July. There will also be an informational program about bats on July 13. Cosponsored by Rock Bridge Memorial State Park and its Friends group. Families.

Picnic in the Garden 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Gene Martin Secret Garden
Drop by with your picnic basket and enjoy your lunch outside in the Secret Garden while you listen to our staff read aloud some of their favorite stories.

DDR: Dance Dance Revolution 7-8 p.m. Program Room, Children's Area
Come learn some moves or teach us your favorites. Show us what you've got! Ages 13-18. Registration begins Tuesday, June 17.