Monday, March 15, 2010
Bellon Visiting Author
Yangsook Choi, a famous author and illustrator of children’s books, will be visiting Marshall Public Library on March 15 at 4:00 p.m. in the Kids Corner. Ms. Choi, who is originally from Korea, has written and illustrated many books for children. She has been selected as the Bellon Visiting Author for 2010. In addition to her appearance at the library, Ms. Choi will be visiting some of the local elementary schools and giving a public presentation at the College of Education on the ISU campus. Some of her books include: Peach Heaven, The Name Jar, Rice Is Life, and Landed.
The Census is Coming
This month the 2010 Census forms will be mailed. The Census has a huge impact on our community. Each person counted in our county entitles our local economy to an average of $1220 federal dollars per year, that’s over $12,000 for the census decade. This year’s census form is the shortest in history, consisting of only 10 questions, requiring only 10 minutes to complete. And the Census Bureau takes your privacy seriously. By law, individual census data cannot be shared with anyone, including law enforcement agencies.
It’s in Our Hands, Bannock County. Please remember to complete and mail back your Census form when it arrives, and encourage your family, friends and neighbors to do the same. Please make sure you are counted for the 2010 Census! Pick up more information at the library, or go to www.2010census.gov.
It’s in Our Hands, Bannock County. Please remember to complete and mail back your Census form when it arrives, and encourage your family, friends and neighbors to do the same. Please make sure you are counted for the 2010 Census! Pick up more information at the library, or go to www.2010census.gov.
Continuing Education @ the Library
For anyone who is thinking of continuing education beyond high school, the Library is the place to begin. Resources are available to help with such steps as investigating careers, picking a school and exploring funding options.
Discover which careers might interest you, research occupations and search for colleges online using CIS. Idaho CIS provides career and educational planning solutions for people in Idaho. Comprehensive sources of career information are available about Idaho and the nation. Information and data are gathered from hundreds of sources. Internet computers are available in the Library to view this source at http://www.cis.idaho.gov.
The Eastern Idaho Funding Information Center (EIFIC), located upstairs in the Library, has information to help you find the funding you will need (such as scholarships) for your education. Search for grants online using Foundation Grants to Individuals Online. Use this database for free only in the Library.
Many colleges now offer courses you can take at home or online. They often require that tests be taken with a proctor, someone the student doesn’t know, frequently a librarian. The Reference Department offers this service for free. Call the Reference Desk (232-1263 ext. 22) for more details.
Kris Castro, Reference Librarian
Discover which careers might interest you, research occupations and search for colleges online using CIS. Idaho CIS provides career and educational planning solutions for people in Idaho. Comprehensive sources of career information are available about Idaho and the nation. Information and data are gathered from hundreds of sources. Internet computers are available in the Library to view this source at http://www.cis.idaho.gov.
The Eastern Idaho Funding Information Center (EIFIC), located upstairs in the Library, has information to help you find the funding you will need (such as scholarships) for your education. Search for grants online using Foundation Grants to Individuals Online. Use this database for free only in the Library.
Many colleges now offer courses you can take at home or online. They often require that tests be taken with a proctor, someone the student doesn’t know, frequently a librarian. The Reference Department offers this service for free. Call the Reference Desk (232-1263 ext. 22) for more details.
Kris Castro, Reference Librarian
Monday, February 22, 2010
Volunteer Program for Retired Seniors Presented at Library
Pocatello’s Marshall Public Library will host a program on Monday, March 1, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. for people of retirement age who are looking for opportunities to volunteer locally. The program will be presented by Helen Mayberry, Director of Senior Services for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program at SEICAA. People over 55 comprise about 20% of the total population in Bannock County. Many people in this age group are retired and are interested in donating their time to local organizations in need of assistance. Mayberry will provide information on volunteer opportunities around Pocatello and help those interested in volunteering to connect with the organizations that best fit their interests and lifestyles.
This program is free and open to the public. If you would like more information, please call Amy Campbell at the library, 232-1263 extension 22.
This program is free and open to the public. If you would like more information, please call Amy Campbell at the library, 232-1263 extension 22.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Tax Help @ the Library
Confused about your taxes? Having trouble filing? Help is here for you at your Library!
Volunteers from the American Association of Retired People who have received training from the IRS and the Idaho State Tax Commission staff this program. They are ready to assist you in the electronic filing of your Federal and state tax returns. And it’s absolutely free!
This program is focused on the low-income or elderly but is open to everyone. Starting on February 9th and going through April 13th, the volunteers will be here every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 am to 3 pm. No appointments will be taken and it is first come, first served.
Bring the following (if necessary) with you:
*Valid picture ID and social security cards or a document from SSA with your name and SSN
*Social Security cards for dependents
*Form W-2 from each employer
*Forms 1099-INT or 1099-DIV (to report interest and dividends)
*SSA-1099 or RRB-1099 (to report social security and railroad retirement)
*1099-R (to report pension income)
*List of your medical, taxes, interest, contributions, and miscellaneous expenses (to itemize your deductions)
*Copy of last year’s tax return
*Child and disabled dependent care
The Portneuf Library in Chubbuck and the Pocatello Senior Center are also AARP tax-filing stations. You may reach the Portneuf Library at 237-2192 and the Senior Center at 233-1212.
Volunteers from the American Association of Retired People who have received training from the IRS and the Idaho State Tax Commission staff this program. They are ready to assist you in the electronic filing of your Federal and state tax returns. And it’s absolutely free!
This program is focused on the low-income or elderly but is open to everyone. Starting on February 9th and going through April 13th, the volunteers will be here every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 am to 3 pm. No appointments will be taken and it is first come, first served.
Bring the following (if necessary) with you:
*Valid picture ID and social security cards or a document from SSA with your name and SSN
*Social Security cards for dependents
*Form W-2 from each employer
*Forms 1099-INT or 1099-DIV (to report interest and dividends)
*SSA-1099 or RRB-1099 (to report social security and railroad retirement)
*1099-R (to report pension income)
*List of your medical, taxes, interest, contributions, and miscellaneous expenses (to itemize your deductions)
*Copy of last year’s tax return
*Child and disabled dependent care
The Portneuf Library in Chubbuck and the Pocatello Senior Center are also AARP tax-filing stations. You may reach the Portneuf Library at 237-2192 and the Senior Center at 233-1212.
Computer Classes @ the Library
The first of four computer classes for beginners will be held in February. This first class will focus on a basic introduction to the computer,including instruction on how to use a mouse to point and click and using the computer keyboard.The same class will be held on two different sessions, one in the morning and one in the evening, to accommodate different schedules. The first session will be on Tuesday, February 23 at 10 am and the second session will be on Thursday, February 25 at 7 pm. The classes are structured towards adults over 50 who have little to no computer experience.
The second class will familiarize students with Microsoft Word, the third class will address using the Internet, and in the fourth and final class the students will create an email account.
Registration is required and space is very limited so please call Tammie or Amy at 232-1263 ext. 22 to register. You may register for all, one, or any combination of the classes. The classes are free and open to the public.
Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian
The second class will familiarize students with Microsoft Word, the third class will address using the Internet, and in the fourth and final class the students will create an email account.
Registration is required and space is very limited so please call Tammie or Amy at 232-1263 ext. 22 to register. You may register for all, one, or any combination of the classes. The classes are free and open to the public.
Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian
Vintage Movie Festival
The Pocatello Vintage Movie Festival will be held at the library on Wednesday, February 17 at 7:00 p.m. These movies were donated to the library, and have been transferred to DVD. The 90 minutes of video includes footage of Pocatello parades, events, and community gatherings of the 1930s.
Just a few of the “movie stars” have been identified. It is hoped that community members will recognize a grandparent, friend, or perhaps a former school teacher. Longtime Pocatello residents just might see themselves on the screen.
Just a few of the “movie stars” have been identified. It is hoped that community members will recognize a grandparent, friend, or perhaps a former school teacher. Longtime Pocatello residents just might see themselves on the screen.
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