Pajama Story Time and Two Job Search Programs

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Wednesday, May 9

Meeting of the Canton Public Library Board of Trustees, 7:15 p.m. 

Thursday, May 10

PJ Story Time: Scarecrows

first PJ Story Time for May is “Scarecrows.”  Don your  cozy PJ’s and join us on Thursday, May 10.  The story time will be led by Ms. Betsy.

One of the stories to be read is Margaret Wise Brown’s The Little Scarecrow Boy.  Imagine a coming-of-age tale for a young scarecrow who aspires to follow his father in the business of scaring crows.  His eagerness to begin the job before having achieved the necessary degree of fierceness almost leads to trouble.  The illustrations by David Diaz capture beautifully the six fierce faces that the young scarecrow must have as he builds his repertoire of ferocity and seeks his father’s approval.

PJ Story Time runs from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Youngsters will enjoy stories, songs, a snack, a craft, and a short movie.  PJ Story Times, which are for children 3 and up,  are free, but registration is required. 

Friday, May 11

Friday Morning Nature Drop-in Story Times

For the month of May at Canton Public Library, youngsters will be treated to a series of Friday morning drop-in story times with a focus on nature.  The programs will be held on four consecutive Fridays at 10:30 a.m. The story times are for youngsters age 2 and up with a parent/caregiver. Participants are asked to stop at the children’s desk for a name tag before entering the story time.

The theme of the May 11th Nature Story Time is “to be determined.”  Please check the library website for more information.

All the Friday morning drop-in story times are free; no registration is necessary. 

Saturday, May 12

Two Job Search Programs

Although the economy show signs of recovery, many unemployed and underemployed workers are still looking for work. On Saturday, May 12, Canton Public Library holds the second and third of three job search programs with Marcia LaReau of Forward Motion.  “Internet Job Search Strategies” will be held from 10:30 AM to noon, and “Networking Notworking?” will be held from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Patrons may sign up for one or both of the presentations.

In “Internet Job Search Strategies,” Dr. LaReau will demonstrate how to find opportunities through a specific online process.  She will walk participants through each step of finding employment opportunities and will present the two key principles of online searching.  “Participants will leave fully prepared to conduct an efficient and effective job search,” according to LaReau.

 In “Networking Notworking?” Dr. LaReau will discuss today’s networking challenges, including the reality that many job-seekers find themselves networking exclusively with other job-seekers.  Participants will learn how to use online social media tools to identify potential networking opportunities; to approach individuals and set up a networking appointment; to set an agenda and manage the meeting; and to maintain connectivity.

Marcia LaReau is the founder and president of Forward Motion, which focuses on helping clients move through their working years with the purpose and direction to realize their full potential.  She bases her findings on “meticulous, up-to-date, ground-breaking research about ever-changing hiring practices.”  Dr. LaReau holds  bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music and a doctorate in adult education.  Her background includes college teaching, orchestral conductor, and human resources director.  Forward Motion combines a focused job search method and personalized coaching “to maximize hiring and promotion success rates.”

Advance registration is requested for the two presentations.