| Adult Department |
| Programs and Services |
Second Sunday Films
Vegetarians & Vegans
Ellis County Herb Study Group
ESL and Literacy Tutoring
Computer Classes
The films begin at 12:05, Wednesdays, in the library's main floor gallery.
They last about an hour. Bring your lunch and a cup; coffee is provided.
February 3 |
The Madoff Affair In the mid-1960s, Bernard Madoff tapped money from Jewish businessmen at exclusive country clubs with the promise of steady guaranteed returns on their investments. He then set his sights on Europe and Latin America, brokering deals with powerful hedge fund managers and feeder funds from Buenos Aires to Geneva. Billions of dollars were channeled to Madoff's investment firm, and his feeders became fabulously wealthy. The competition wondered how the man could produce such steady returns in good times and bad. There were allegations that Madoff was front-running or operating a Ponzi scheme, which the SEC investigated several times over the last two decades. But Madoff remained untouched until December 11, 2008, when he admitted it was all one big lie. |
February 10 |
Alaska: Mendenhall Glacier Juneau's drive up glacier is one of Alaska's most popular attractions. This program takes you on an intimate journey around and on top of this river of ice. You'll also soar above the 1,500 square mile Juneau Icefield, birthplace of 36 major glaciers including the Mendenhall. From this eagle's eye perspective you'll take in spectacular views of rugged mountain peaks, waterfalls, and see how the Taku glacier steadily advances. This program also explores the flora and fauna of the Tongass National Forest. You'll see spawning salmon, beavers, mountain goats, black and brown bears, a variety of bird life, and the natural beauty of the region. |
February 17 |
Astrospies Millions remember the countdowns, launchings, splashdowns and parades as the US raced the USSR to the Moon in the 1960s. Few know that both superpowers ran parallel covert space programs to launch military astronauts on spying missions. In Astrospies, NOVA delves into the untold story of this top-secret space race, which might easily have turned into a shooting war in orbit. In Astrospies, viewers meet the elite corps of U.S. military astronauts, several of whom have never before talked about their clandestine training missions during the 1960s. As seen in footage broadcast for the first time, they practiced in full-scale mock-ups of the spy station, complete with spy cameras capable of resolving three-inch objects on the earth below. While the Apollo astronauts enjoyed ticker-tape parades, their astrospy colleagues trained in total obscurity until cost overruns and the new satellite technology doomed the program. Meanwhile, in response, the Soviets actually built three manned spy stations named Almaz and flew five missions during the 1970s. NOVA gains first-time access to a surviving Almaz station in a restricted Russian space facility, where an ex-cosmonaut demonstrates the high-powered spy cameras that were trained on U.S. cities. With a cannon designed to destroy hostile satellites or attack American astrospies Almaz was probably the only manned spacecraft ever equipped for space war. |
February 24 |
Lost Science of the Bible The Bible is one of the richest historical documents that exist today, filled with captivating accounts of extraordinary feats. But were the details of these based in scientific fact? Now, by re-examining the text, Ancient Discoveries unlocks the secrets behind some of the Bible’s most renowned stories. Could David have killed Goliath in the way the Bible describes? Was the famed Tower of Babel real? And could the Ark of the Covenant really have flown using a super science so mysterious that it is only today being rediscovered? By recreating supernatural phenomena using the latest technology and by decoding the words of the Bible itself, Lost Science of the Bible answers these captivating questions in vivid and exciting detail. |
Held the second Sunday of each month in the main floor Gallery
Each month, the Heartland Social Justice Commission will present films touching on social justice themes for viewing and discussion. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate. Refreshments are available.
Upcoming Second Sunday Films:
March 14
April 11
Information will be posted as it becomes available.
Held in the main floor Gallery
Interested in vegetarian diets? Ever wonder what a vegan is? Looking for support regarding your dietary choices? Join us for Vegetarian and Vegan informational meetings presented by the Western Kansas Vegetarian Society. These meetings, which will alternate between discussions and cooking demonstrations, will aim to provide a better understanding of vegetarianism and veganism, nutrition, and possible food solutions. Any questions may be directed to Marleah Augustine or Eric Norris in the Adult Department.
Saturday, February 13 |
Silken Tofu Tofu comes in many varieties, one of which is silken tofu. This versatile food is best in soups, dips, and desserts and is a great source of protein. Join us to learn about cooking methods and recipes featuring silken tofu! Featured recipe: Chocolate Mousse. |
Wednesday, February 24 |
Pizza If you are excluding cheese from your diet, pizza may be one of those foods to which you have said farewell. But with alternatives to cheese, or even without cheese, pizza can be completely plant-based AND delicious! Featured recipe: Pizza with various toppings. |
Held the first and third Tuesdays of each month in the main floor Gallery
This group is open to anyone interested in participating. Learn everything you've ever wanted to know about herbs, including cultivation, culinary info, history, use in folk medicine, and more! For more information, contact Pam at 625-2920.
February 2nd at 5:00pm: Calendula
February 16th at 5:00pm: Eucalyptus
March 2nd at 5:00pm: Soil preparation (with Ellis Co. Extension Office)
March 16th at 5:00pm: Roses
The Hays Public Library provides English as a Second Language and Literacy tutoring services on a one-to-one basis. The library has a room, computer, and other materials for the use of the
students and tutors for class sessions. Contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014) to become a student or tutor, or if you have any questions.
ESL Student Information
Literacy Student Information
Become a Tutor
In the ESL program, tutors assist students in speaking, writing, and reading English in a more proficient manner. Tutors can concentrate on any area the student requests, with practical use being the main focus – learning the vocabulary needed to build life skills. Volunteer tutors spend approximately one to two hours per week with their students working on what the student and tutor agree are areas of needed improvement. Tutors do not necessarily speak anything but English.
If you are interested in the ESL services, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014).
You may wish to fill out the ESL Student Form in advance. This form asks some basic questions which will help us find someone that should be able
to work well with you. You do not need to be a library patron nor do you need to be fluent in English.
In the Literacy program, tutors assist students in learning to read and write better and in improving vocabulary for people unable to read or write or who simply want to increase their skills. Tutors can concentrate on any area the student requests with practical use being the main focus. Volunteers spend approximately one to two hours per week with their students working on what the student and tutor agree are areas of needed improvement. Tutors can help with practical English usage for a variety of circumstances.
If you are interested in the Literacy services, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014).
You may wish to fill out the Literacy Student Form in advance. This form asks some basic questions which will help us find someone that should be able
to work well with you. You do not need to be a library patron nor do you need to be at any specific level of proficiency in English.
If there is enough interest, a class setting may be developed to meet basic English needs, in addition to the one-on-one tutoring. This would be approximately two hours per week.
If you are interested in a class setting, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014). Completing a student form (see above) would be helpful in setting up the kinds of services you want/need and in developing the class objectives.
If you are interested in being a tutor, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014) and complete this Tutor Information Form. It will provide us with some information that will help us match you to someone who needs your assistance. No experience is necessary, just a desire to help.
If you have questions, please contact Paula Elder at Hays Public Library.
Computer Basics will be held on Monday.
Microsoft Classes will be held every Wednesday.
Friday will either be a repeat of Wednesday or Question and Answer.
Classes begin at 10 am.
Please sign up at the front desk as we have limited seating.
The library has the DVDs Internet for Beginners and Email for Beginners from a series called Webwise Seniors, which can be checked out at the main desk.