Adult Program Registration
Due to popular demand and available space, program registration is only open to Township residents until one week before the program date. Non-residents are welcome to sign up during the week before the program’s date, unless otherwise noted. Program registration is in Adult Services, unless otherwise noted. Programs not requiring registration are open to all. Programs may be subject to change or cancellation. Programs may fill quickly, even before Answers is received, due to in-library promotion.

Please call 248-642-5800, ext. 171, to register and to confirm an event

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Librarians from Adult Services can present a book talk to your organization on a variety of topics and books. We’d like a minimum of two months’ notice for the talk. To make arrangements, please contact Ann Williams, Adult Services Department Head, at
248-642-5800

Book Clubs | Movies | Special Programs | Computer | Reading | Writers

Book Clubs

Copies of the books for the following BTPL book groups will be available at the Adult Services desk one month before each meeting. Both groups are accepting new members who are residents of Bloomfield Township. Please stop by the Adult Services Desk for a complete list of dates and book titles.

MEN’S BOOK CLUB
Second Wednesday of each month, 7 – 8 p.m.

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB
Third Wednesday of each month, 1 – 2 p.m. OR 4 – 5 p.m.

Is your book club looking for reading suggestions? BTPL can provide you with multiple copies of over 60 titles
your members can check out for six weeks. We also have information kits for selected titles. Visit or call Adult
Services at 248-642-5800, ext. 171.

RANDOM READERS
Third Friday of each month, 10 - 11:30 a.m. No registration is required.
Random Readers (formerly Adele’s Group) is a drop-in book program open to everyone. The books selected
are from the Library’s regular collection and the staff will assist you in locating additional copies of each title.
A complete list of dates and titles is available at the Adult Services Desk.

Movies

TUESDAYS AT THE MOVIES
2 – 4 p.m.
No registration is required.
Join us for a movie on the first Tuesday of every month. Popcorn is provided courtesy
of the Friends of BTPL.

September 9 The War Room - Not rated
(Originally scheduled for September 2 has been  changed to September 9 due to construction.)
October 7 The State of the Union - Not rated
November 4 An Ideal Husband - Rated PG-13
December 2 The Candidate - Rated PG-13

Writers

WRITERS’ RENDEZVOUS
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
September 10, September 24, October 8,
October 22, November 12, December 10

Come be a part of this ongoing writers’ group and
share the creative process with others. No registration
is necessary - just come to any meeting.

Special Programs

LANGUAGE AND THE ARTS

Language, in its simplest forms, is the foundation of human communication. Visual art and music enhance our ability for this expression. Visual art can be as simple as a drawing of an arrow directing you to an exit. The music of mothers humming to infants and children singing instantly recognizable songs is integal to our humanity. Great poetry, music, art, and drama raise us to a higher level of expression, inspire us to expand our vision, and reflect on the joy and sadness in life. In many ways, these art forms define us as human. Join us at BTPL this fall as we explore the universality and beauties of language and the arts.

POETRY IN MODERN LIFE:
WHY IT MATTERS
Thursday, October 23, 7 p.m.
No registration is required.
Poet (five published collections), professor of creative
writing, and playwright (five plays produced in Michigan
and off-Broadway), David James is uniquely
qualified to address the role of poetry in modern life.

PUTTING IT TOGETHER:
HOW A PERFORMANCE EMERGES
Tuesday, November 18, 7 p.m.
No registration is required.
In no other medium are language and visual art as
intertwined as in a play. Learn from the professional
staff of the Hilberry Theatre how the actors, director,
designer, and technical crew work together to create
a performance.

HOW LITERATURE INSPIRES GREAT ART
Sunday, November 2, 2 p.m.
No registration is required.
Dr. Deborah Kawsky returns with a fascinating look at
how literary works have inspired visual artists.

MASTERS OF THE ARTS FILM SERIES
Thursday evenings at the Library at 7:00 p.m.
No registration is required.
Presented jointly by BTPL and the Birmingham Bloomfield
Art Center
Enjoy an evening watching some great art films with
fellow art lovers and friends. Each film will be followed
by a brief discussion. More detailed information on the
films is available at the library and at the BBAC.

September 18 – American Visions Part 1
October 16 – American Visions Part 2
November 13 – Brooklyn Bridge

COLLEGE FINANCE OPTIONS FOR PARENTS
Wednesday, November 12, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Michael O’Brien, Gregory J. Schwartz and Co., Inc.
No registration is required.

It’s never too soon – or too late – to explore the
various options available for financing your child’s
education.

CAREER RESOURCES AT THE LIBRARY
Wednesday, October. 1, 7 p.m.
Registration is required and begins August 25.
To register, call 248-642-5800, ext 171.

Discover print resources and websites to help you
develop and post a resume, search for jobs, research
employers, and prepare for interviews. Learn about
Michigan Works!, the State of Michigan’s premier
work clearinghouse.

DON’T TOUCH THAT DIAL!:
WHAT TO DO ABOUT YOUR TV & THE DIGITAL CONVERSION
Monday, September 22, 1 p.m.
No registration is required.

Confused about the coming transition to digital broadcasting
and worried whether you’ll still be able to
watch your TV? The people in the know from Bloomfield
Community Television will be here to answer your
all your questions.

CRAFT CIRCLES
No registration is required.
It’s time for a revival of the time honored “sewing
circles.” Join us monthly to enjoy quilting and knitting
with others who love these crafts.

QUILTING CIRCLE
Third Wednesday of the month from 1:30 – 3 p.m.
October 15, November 19, December 17

KNITTING CIRCLE
First Tuesday of the month from 10 – 11:30 a.m.
October 7, November 4, December 2

TAKE YOUR FUTURE INTO YOUR OWN HANDS
Saturday, October 18
Registration is required and begins August 25
Register for morning, afternoon, or both sessions.
Detailed information on the day-long event will be
available at the Adult Services Desk.

Entrepreneurship: Starting Your Own Business
10 a.m. – Noon
Featuring Lola Aré from the Oakland County Business Center and Dave Kelton from SCORE, the premier national resource for new businesses.

Retirement: Planning for the Long Haul
1:30 – 4 p.m.
Featuring Brian Lakkides from the Michigan Council on
Economic Education and Susan Myers of MetLife. Topics
covered will include building a retirement plan; understanding
Social Security, and estate planning.

PRE-BUSINESS RESEARCH
Thursday, November 6, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Program held at the Oakland County Executive Offices,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford

Registration required and open to all Oakland County
residents. For more information and to register, call
248-858-0783.

For business owners and those who want to be - how
to research your business ideas, locate research for your
own business

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP:
GETTING STARTED AND MORE
Saturday, September 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
No registration is required.

Get started on tracing your ancestors or pick up hints
from the experts. Experienced genealogy searchers
from the Piety Hill Chapter of the Daughters of the
American Revolution (D.A.R.) can help, no matter
what your background. Bring along any family records
you might already have.

Teen

TEEN ZONE
Formerly known as the Teen Advisory Board, BTPL’s
new Teen Zone gives teens an opportunity to interact
with other area teens, recommend new books, music,
movies, and video games for the library, and participate
in planning and organizing teen programs. All teens are
welcome to participate. No registration is needed for
the following programs.
Call 248-642-5800 ext 171, or visit Adult Services for
more information on teen programs.

Book Zone: The Twilight Series
Wednesday, September 10, 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Discuss Breaking Dawn, Book 4 of the Twilight Series
by Stephenie Meyer. Preview and recommend new
books for the library’s teen collection.

Movie Zone: Not Another Movie
about Teenagers!?
Saturday, September 20, ALL DAY
Yes! Teen movies starring Lindsey Lohan, Hillary Duff,
Zach Efron and many more will be on the big screen in
the Library’s Teen Center, ALL DAY.

Game Zone: Beyond Guitar Hero….
Monday, October 13, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
PS2, PS3 and Wii consoles will be available for teen
patrons to preview new video game titles, try out
some classics and recommend titles for the Library’s
gaming collection.

Movie Zone: Creature Feature
Saturday, October 25, All Day
Stop by the Teen Center for creepy, fun creature
features.
Graphic Novel Zone:
Super Heroes
Saturday, November 8, 1 - 4 p.m.
Watch super hero movies, play comic
book-inspired video games, and preview
and review the Library’s graphic novel and
comic book collections. Refreshments will
be provided.

Book Zone: Confessions of the Gossiping
A-Listers’ Traveling Clique of It Girls
Tuesday, November 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.
No registration is required.
Discuss the plethora of teen “Chick Lit” series and
help select titles for the library’s teen collection.
Check the BTPL website, in the Teen Center, and at the
AS Desk for more Teen programs this fall as part of our
grand rededication.

SO YOU WANT TO BE A MILLIONAIRE?
TEEN FINANCE
Tuesday, October 21 and Tuesday,
October 28, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
David Dieterle, Michigan Council
on Economic Education
No registration is required.
For teens of all ages (and their
parents): learn the not-so-mysterious way to build a healthy financial life, as well as the answers to questions like “Do millionaires drive Fords or Porsches?”

COLLEGE IS YOURS: A COLLEGE
ADMISSION WORKSHOP WITH
PATRICK O’CONNOR
Mondays, September 15 and September 22,
7 – 8:30 pm
No registration is required.
Join Patrick O’Connor, the Roeper School’s Director
of College Counseling and an award-winning author,
for two, ninety-minute sessions on selecting and
getting into the college that is best for you. For teens
and parents. Come for one or both of the sessions.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR HOMEWORK?
One of our volunteer teen homework coaches may
be able to assist you! This program is free and open
to Bloomfield Township residents in grades 6 - 10.
Call 248-642-5800 ext 171, or visit Adult Services for
more information beginning September 15.

WANTED: VOLUNTEER HOMEWORK COACHES!
High school volunteers are needed to provide one-onone
homework coaching to students in grades 6 -10
at the Library. This is an excellent opportunity for
National Honor Society members or other high
school students to earn community service hours
and make a difference in the Bloomfield Township
community.
Call 248-642-5800 ext 171, or visit Adult Services
for more information.

Computer Classes

COMPUTER BASICS 1
Daytime classes:
Wednesdays or Thursdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
September 4, October 1, October 2, November 5
Evening classes:
Wednesday, September 10, 7 p.m.;
Thursday, November 13, 7 p.m.
Registration begins August 25; call Adult Services,
248-642-5800, ext. 171 to register.
Beginning adult computer users learn the basics, from
how to use the mouse, to how to click and scroll.

COMPUTER BASICS 2
Thursdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
September 18, October 16, November 20
Registration begins August 25; call Adult Services,
248-642-5800, ext. 171 to register.
Once you can use the mouse, click, and scroll, we’ll
help you use the Library’s catalog, find a website, and
begin exploring the Web.

DOWNLOADABLE AUDIOBOOKS? FREE AT BTPL!
Mondays, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
September 8, November 17
Registration begins August 25; call Adult Services,
248-642-5800, ext. 171 to register.
Learn how to get full-length audiobooks on your
home PC with a high speed Internet connection.
Choose from hundreds of books to transfer to your
MP3 player (only certain titles will work with an
iPod). Participants should be comfortable using their
computer before attending this class.

FIND IT ONLINE
Tuesday, September 16, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, October 29, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Friday, November 21, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins August 25; call Adult Services,
248-642-5800, ext. 171 to register.
Discover BTPL’s outstanding databases of full-text
articles and reference sources, and learn about the Adult
Services staff’s favorite websites.

eBAY – PART 1 – BUYING
Tuesday, November 4, 2 p.m.
Registration begins August 25; call Adult Services,
248-642-5800, ext. 171 to register.
This class covers the basics of registering on eBay
& PayPal, finding items to buy, and bidding.

eBAY – PART 2 – SELLING
Tuesday, November 11, 2 p.m.
Registration begins August 25; call Adult Services,
248-642-5800, ext. 171 to register.
This class covers the basics of listing items and making
sales on eBay. To participate fully in this class, you must
establish an eBay account before attending.