UA Lifelong Learning Classes
The spring/summer 2008 schedule includes many exciting new programs including national speakers, a lecture on Near Death Experiences, a Laughter Yoga Workshop, African Drumming, Do-It-Yourself Workshops, Discover Scuba and that's just to name a few. All classes require pre-registration. For more information, visit: www.ua-ohio.net or call 614-583-5333. All classes are for adults 18 and older unless otherwise specified, and are open to UA residents and non-residents.

Happy Mother's Day!

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
An exhibit of “Dr. S.L. Lee’s Chinese Calligraphy” is on display in the atrium through Sunday, May 11.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
“English Conversation Class” meets Mondays at 9:30 a.m. through May 22. It’s a great opportunity for those whose primary language is not English to practice speaking English with instructor Nancy Brown.

MILLER PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
1901 NW ARLINGTON AVENUE; 488-5710
“Make-Believe Mondays” meets Monday, May 12 at 11:30. Children ages 2-5 are invited to “raise the roof” at our storytime about building and construction. Registration is required.

LANE ROAD BRANCH LIBRARY
1945 LANE ROAD; 459-0273
“Let’s Speak English” meets Mondays at 1 p.m. through June 2. ESL students can study English in small groups with experienced ESL tutors. Registration is required and limited to 30 participants.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
Those in grades 5-12 are invited to join our “UAPLay Video Game Club.” Come to the library each Monday at 3:30 p.m. to compete with other members at a variety of games on the library’s big screen. Registration is required.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
“Family Films” offers classic kids’ movies for the whole family on Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m.

Free Seminar for Older Adults - Defending Against Deceptive & Aggressive Sales Pitches presented by the UA Chamber of Commerce Older Adult Resource Group. Begins at 9:30 a.m. at Riverside United Methodist Church, 2701 Zollinger Road with an introduction by Chuck White, former Executive Producer and Public Affairs Director, WBNS-10TV, then Kate Hanson from the Attorney General's office will talk about how to protect yourself from targeted sales pitches.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
The “Teen Library Club (TLC) for Middle Schoolers” meets on Tuesday, May 13 at 7 p.m. Students in grades 5-8 are welcome.

May 15 thru June 13
Concourse Gallery Exhibit Series
Northwest Art Partners
M-F, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., UA Cultural Arts Division
Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road, 614-583-5310
Work from the community art leagues of Delaware, Dublin, Upper Arlington and Worthington are on view at the Concourse Gallery.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
The “ESOL Book Discussion Group” meets on Thursday, May 15 at 9:30 a.m. The group meets weekly through May 22. Individuals whose first language is not English are welcome.

LANE ROAD BRANCH LIBRARY
1945 LANE ROAD; 459-0273
UAPL staff member and Lincoln historian Mark Reinhart will present “The Case of Abraham Lincoln” at “Crime Time” on Thursday, May 15 at 1:30 p.m. He’ll discuss the book The Case of Abraham Lincoln: A Story of Adultery, Murder and the Making of a Great President, along with other Lincoln history.

Relay For Life will be held at the Upper Arlington High School Football Stadium on Friday May 16th at 6 pm until noon on Saturday May 17th.See Billboard page for more information.

May 17th - Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure - new scenic route thru downtown Columbus - registration begins at 8 a.m. For more information, visit: www.komencolumbus.org.

May 17 - Spring Fling
11 a.m.–2 p.m., UA Recreation Division
Thompson Park, 614-583-5300
Family fun event featuring vehicles for children to explore, children's art activities, large inflatable games and a preview of summer camp programming. Free admission.

Reed Road Fire Station Open House
2–4 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2008
3861 Reed Road
The Fire Station and surrounding park land at Reed Road Park are scheduled for a complete upgrade to better serve the community. The afternoon will feature tours of the existing building, a chance to explore various fire engines and medic trucks, as well as to meet with staff and representatives of architect firm Cole + Russell Architects, Inc. to discuss the plans and anticipated construction timeline for the new facility.

May 18 - The late C. William O'Neill is this year's Wall of Honor inductee. The UA Historical Society and the City of UA will host a special ceremony for the public at 3 p.m. at The Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
We’ll show a movie just released on DVD at our “Sunday Matinee Movie” on Sunday, May 18 at 2 p.m. Call the Media Services Department at 486-9621 ext. 226 for this week’s title.

Bargain book sale at UA Main Library - Thousands of good used books will be offered at bargain prices during the annual spring sale conducted by the Friends of the Upper Arlington Public Library (UPAL). It begins Sunday, May 18, at the main library at 2800 Tremont Rd. The book sale will continue daily for two weeks during normal library hours until 3 p.m Sunday, June 1. There will be no sale May 25-26 when the library will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
Monday, May 19 at 9:30 a.m. is the final “English Conversation Class” until
September. It’s a great opportunity for those whose primary language is not English to practice speaking English with instructor Nancy Brown.

LANE ROAD BRANCH LIBRARY
1945 LANE ROAD; 459-0273
“Let’s Speak English” meets Mondays at 1 p.m. through June 2. ESL students can study English in small groups with experienced ESL tutors. Registration is required and limited to 30 participants.

May 19- City of UA Concourse Gallery Artist Reception
Five Women Sculptors
6-7:30 p.m., UA Cultural Arts Division
Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road, 614-583-5310
Join exhibit artists and fellow art lovers for a reception to view and discuss the current Concourse Gallery Exhibit. Free admission.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
“Family Films” offers classic kids’ movies for the whole family on Monday, May 19 at 7 p.m. It’s the final Family Films until fall.

TREMONT LIBRARY
1800 TREMONT ROAD; 486-9621
The “Teen Library Club (TLC) for High Schoolers” meets on Tuesday, May 20 at 4 p.m. Students in grades 9-12 are welcome.

LANE ROAD BRANCH LIBRARY
1945 LANE ROAD; 459-0273
The “UAPL Book Circle” will discuss "Small Island" by Andrea Levy on Tuesday, May 20 at 7 p.m.

MEMORIAL DAY

City of UA offices are closed. All UA Libraries are closed.

May 26th - UA Civic Assoc. Memorial Day Run
Morning running races through the streets of UA for serious and casual runners. Races start at 9:00a.m. & T-shirts will go to the first 600 runners who register. Visit www.runwildracing.com for registration information.

Coming Up:

May 15 thru June 13
Concourse Gallery Exhibit Series
Northwest Art Partners
M-F, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., UA Cultural Arts Division
Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road, 614-583-5310
Work from the community art leagues of Delaware, Dublin, Upper Arlington and Worthington are on view at the Concourse Gallery.

May 31 - Mutt Walk at the Park
9-11 a.m., UA Recreation
Thompson Park North Shelter, 614-583-5300
Join us for a morning of companionship, exercise and a breath of fresh air. Pet People provide water for your dog along the route, doggie bag and biscuit. Free admission.

Saturday, June 28th from 9 am to 3 p.m. - Upper Arlington Womens' Club presents second annual "Sale Away" event on UA Mallway.