At the Library

Most people don't tie their behaviors as consumers to what's happening in the economy. Yet we absorb thousands of messages and make hundreds of decisions each week. As part of our Social Science Series, author and economist Jack Buffington breaks down how we as consumers have transformed and can change the future of our economy.

Jack's current research is focused on manufacturing and the U.S. economy, the state of the U.S. economy and what's next, and consumer behavior and its impact on the U.S. economy.

A book before it was a movie, this delightful story by Jeff Kinney introduces us to an unlikely hero and reminds us all that sometimes being a kid is tough. Kids, help us celebrate Diary of a Wimpy Kid with games and activities related to the book! Refreshments will be served. Recommeded for grades 2-6.

Changes in tax laws may have left you wondering about the best way to handle your retirement nest egg. Douglas County Libraries presents an educational seminar designed for individuals who might consider converting to a Roth IRA from a Traditional or Simple IRA.

Rey Cinnoco, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones Investments, will lead the seminar.

Ted Spring, owner of Ted Spring Photography in Castle Rock, will present two Wednesday classes on digital photography. Participants should register for both classes.

Participants should bring their cameras and instruction manuals to both classes. Topics covered will include digital cards vs. film; camera parts and their functions; improving photo composition and lighting; and tips for wildlife, landscape and travel photography.

Parker Library's Live Local Music Series presents a solo acoustic hour with John Common and Jess DeNicola of “John Common & Blinding Flashes of Light.” Enjoy a taste of the hippest music in the West by a 2009 Westword Best Pop Artist nominee.

Google is conducting a nationwide search for a test community for an ultra-high speed broadband network. This network would provide Internet speeds more than 100 times faster than what Americans have access to today.

Highlands Ranch Residents, agencies, schools, organizations and businesses are needed to nominate our community! Let's work together to make the Google Fiber Initiative possible for Highlands Ranch, and become the nation's technology hot spot.

Join us to see how you can participate! Visit www.hrcaonline.org/googlicious to learn more.

Join us for video games, fun and prizes with your friends! No registration necessary.

Tuesday, March 23     1-3pm    Mario Kart
Wednesday, March 24     1-3pm    Super Smash Bros
Thursday, March 25     1-3pm    Rock Band

St. Patrick’s Day is fast approaching, and with it a great opportunity to celebrate with books! All book lovers are invited to participate. Librarians will talk about the newest great reads and ask attendees for their favorites.

Complete with door prizes, the event will be a great one for book clubs and all readers.

At the beginning of the new year, you were determined to start working on your family history. Now it’s almost spring and you’ve yet to open that box in the basement. You know the one: it’s where you’ve stashed the photos, census records and notes your mom left you about your great-grandfather and his journey to America.

The expiration date on all your excuses is finally here. Highlands Ranch Library will help you get your records and story straight in four Saturdays beginning March 20.

Financial Advisor Rey Cinnoco of Edward Jones Investments may help you find the answer. Join Rey for an educational seminar and learn the differences between traditional and Roth IRAs. He'll also explain features of recently changed tax laws and help you understand the benefits of converting your IRA.