 |
August 2009
In This Issue:
|
Help Us Make Our New Site Easy To Use
|
back to the top |
The San Mateo County Library website is currently undergoing a complete redesign. We want to make sure our new website is easy for you to use. Please help us by going to www.smcl.org/survey and taking a brief 5 minute survey.
Thank you for helping to make the new San Mateo County Library site a success!
|
Celebrate Creativity at the San Mateo County Library this Summer
This summer, we’re featuring lots of creative programs! Whether you’re an adult, teen or child, you have many opportunities to win great prizes – simply by reading books! Check with your local library for details.
In addition to our programs featuring creativity, we’re offering programs on professional and personal development.
Featured programs for July include: |
back to the top |
Get a Life
A 2 hour workshop taught by Patty Leeper, a Productivity Coach with over 15 years experience. She will help you to identify the barriers that prevent you from achieving your goals.
Monday, August 17 at 10:00 AM – San Carlos Library
Monday, August 17 at 7:00 PM – Atherton Library
Thursday, August 20 at 2:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library
|
Get the Job
An 1 ½ hour workshop by Human Resources professional Nancy Miel that will cover conducting an effective job search; marketing through one’s cover letter and resume; and successful interview skills. Bring a copy of your resume to be critiqued:
Saturday, August 15 at 2:00 PM – San Carlos Library
|
Knitting Classes
From beginners to advanced, get crafty at this 2 hour class for adults and teens:
Wednesday, August 5 at 6:00 PM – Brisbane Library
Saturday, August 15 at 2:00 PM – Atherton Library |
Quilt Workshop
Jennifer Snedeker teaches the basics of quilting. All supplies will be provided and sign-ups are required. Class limit: 20 people.
Saturday, August 1 at 1:00 PM – Belmont Library
Saturday, August 15 at 1:00 PM – Foster City Library
Sunday, August 16 at 1:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library
|
|
|
|
back to the top |
Jeffery Deaver Author Reading and Cheese and Wine Reception
Award-winning mystery writer Jeffery Deaver will read from his most recently published novel, Roadside Crosses. His most popular series features his regular character Lincoln Rhyme, a quadriplegic detective, and Amelia Sachs. His book A Maiden's Grave was made into an HBO movie starring James Garner and Marlee Matlin, and his novel The Bone Collector was a feature release from Universal Pictures, starring Denzel Washington and Angelina Jolie. This program is free and open to all.
Thursday, August 27 at 7:00 pm – Belmont Library
|
San Mateo County Library presents Lawyers in the Library
A new monthly series beginning in August. Each month the library holds free legal clinics. Find out more and schedule a one-on-one twenty minute consultation with a volunteer lawyer at your local library. Each evening at each library has a scheduled focus--topics include family law, wills and trusts, guardianship, general topics, real estate, and more. Sign up at a participating library today!
First Tuesdays from 7-9 PM – Belmont Library
Third Tuesdays from 7-9 PM – Foster City Library
Third Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 PM – Millbrae Library
|
|
back to the top |
July 1 - August 31, 2009 help provide new books to underserved children by supporting Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) at your local Macy’s store. For $3, you will receive $10 off* a $50 purchase at any Macy’s store. Macy’s will donate 100% of your $3 to RIF. $1 will support a local RIF program, $1 goes to RIF’s Multicultural Literacy Campaign, and $1 will support reading resources for children nationwide.
*Exclusions and restrictions apply. See store or macys.com for details
|
Atherton Library
Community Fun Night
Friday, August 7 at 6:00 PM
Join us for an hour of fun with Wii and board games followed by a movie at 7:00 PM. Everyone is welcome! Gift card raffle will be drawn at the end of the movie. Refreshments will be served.
Summer Reading Carnival
Friday, August 14, 12:00 noon to 3:00 PM
All are welcome, and admission is free! Children who have participated in the summer reading program can collect their finisher prize bags and free books. There will be a bounce house, games, face painting, ice cream, and more. Mr. Horsefeathers will perform magic and juggling at 2:00 PM.
Summer Finale Movie Night: Twilight
Friday, August 14 at 7:00 PM
End the summer with Twilight (PG-13). Everyone is welcome to attend. A special Twilight tote bag will be raffled off to those who attend this movie night. Teens are encouraged to bring in their summer reading logs for a chance to win prizes.
Final Friday Flicks: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Friday, August 28 at 7:00 PM
This 1971 musical fantasy is based on a Roald Dahl children’s book and features Gene Wilder as an eccentric candymaker . Rated G
|
Belmont Library
Teens – Don’t Let Your Required Summer Reading Stump You
Come talk about the books that you’ve been assigned over the summer. Have fun, engaging discussions that give you ideas for your summer reading assignments!
The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne - Tuesday, August 4 from 3-4 pm
Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card – Thursday, August 6 from 3-4 pm
On the Road by Jack Kerouac – Monday, August 10 from 6-7 pm
Children We Dare You! – Don’t Miss the Science Club!
Every Monday through August 24 from 2-3 pm
We do several amazing experiments every week! Best for children in second grade and higher.
|
Brisbane Library
Angelina Ciucci Firefighter’s Storytime
Monday, August 17 at 11:30 AM
Brisbane Firefighters read stories and lead a visit to the big red truck. All ages welcome.
Magic Mike & Annual Awards Party
Tuesday, August 4 at 3:00 PM Brisbane Community Center, 250 Visitacion Ave.
Who knows what tricks Magic Mike will pull out of his hat at our final Summer Reading Program? The only way to find out is to join us and be sure to stay for our Annual Awards Party. Bring the curtain down with Magic, Prizes and Refreshments !
Knitting Workshop
Wednesday, August 5 at 6:00 PM
Learn to knit at this beginners’ class and start on a simple scarf. Knitters of all levels are welcome to attend and discuss starting a knitting group at the Library. Please bring your own needles and yarn. Contact Nicole at pasini@smcl.org for additional information or questions.
Attendees will be entered in a drawing for two Starter Knitting Kits.
|
East Palo Alto Library
CLAP Arts
Wednesday, August 5 at 11:30 AM in the Children's Area.
Join us for this exciting program filled with storytelling and creative drama. Children learn how to use their imagination to create stories in this 45 minute program. For all ages.
|
Foster City Library
Storytime with a Foster City Firefighter
Thursday, August 6 at 1:30 PM
Be Creative @ the Library Craft
Friday, August 7 at 4 PM in the Wind Room
Children 3 and older welcome.
Bi-lingual Storytime
Thursday, August 13 at 10:30 AM in the Children's Room
Stories will be read in English and Mandarin
The Music Boat with Angie Donkin
Friday, August 21 at 1:30 PM
Great interactive music program for children.
|
Half Moon Bay Library
Comics Workshop – Teen Program
Tuesday, August 4 at 1:00PM
Learn to draw comics and manga. Taught by Oliver Chin. Registration required
Toolbox Jewelry – Teen Program
Tuesday, August 11 at 1:00PM
Learn to make great jewelry from a variety of unlikely objects. Registration required
Family Movie Night
Saturday, August 15 at 6:00PM
Enjoy a feature film and refreshments.
Computer Gaming Night
Saturday, August 22 6:00PM
Test your Wii skills. Be a rock star.
|
Millbrae Library
San Mateo County Master Gardeners Program
Wednesday, August 5 at 7:00 PM
Looking for ideas on how to successfully update your summer or fall garden? Come learn some new tips from Master Gardeners Dalia Wood and Betsy Kehoe. There will be refreshments and prizes!
Magic Mike Magic Show + Annual Award Presentation Party
Thursday August 6 at 2:00 PM
Come see an amazing magic show and join us for our End of the Summer Reading Program Party. Enjoy refreshments and prizes. Completed reading logs must be turned in by Friday, July 31 to receive an awards packet at the party.
Basic Internet Computer Class
Saturday, August 8 at 10:00 AM
Begin to explore the World Wide Web using search engines like Google. Previous computer basics and word processing or equivalent suggested. This class has no fee or sign ups, but come early to save your seat.
Comedy Sportz – Improv Workshop
Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 PM
Do you like being in the spotlight? Battle for laughs and points as you make up scenes, games, and songs on the spot. You’ll have a great time and learn some tips to improve your improv.
|
Pacifica-Sanchez Library
Family Movie Night: Little Mermaid
Saturday, August 8 at 7:30 PM
Come in your PJs! Snacks provided!
Kids Summer Reading Party
Tuesday, August 4 at 3:30 PM
Steve Koehler will perform at our end of summer reading party. Join us for fun and snacks!
Pajama Storytime: Back to School
Monday, August 24 at 7:00 PM
Stories and crafts for 4 and up!
Adult Summer Reading Potluck
Friday, August 14 at 6:30 PM
Bring your own creative menus!
|
Pacifica-Sharp Park Library
Kids Summer Reading Party
Wednesday, August 5 at 3:30 PM Magic Dan will perform at our end of summer reading party. Join us for fun and snacks!
Afternoon Matinee for Kids
Wednesday, August 12 at 3:30 PM in the Community Room
Come join us for an afternoon showing of Madagascar, Escape 2 Africa! Free popcorn!
Teen Summer Reading Party
Friday, August 7 at 4:00 PM in the Community Room
Teens age 12-18 are welcome to join us for the end of teen summer reading party! Join us for music, food and fun! The winners of the Teen Summer Photography Contest, A Day in the Life of Me, will be announced during the party.
Teen Creative Writing Workshop
Tuesday, August 4 from 4-5:30 PM in the Community Room
Cheryl Herbsman, author of the young adult novel Breathing, will lead a beginning writing workshop for teens age 12-18.
|
Portola Valley Library
Creative Drama and Storytelling
Thursday, August 20 at 4:30 PM
Travel to past eras of thrilling tales and legendary characters! Through
creative drama, and storytelling, everyone participates. Together with the artists, one group of volunteers
acts out a story on stage while others provide sound effects and become the voices of the crew and cast.
|
San Carlos Library
San Carlos Library & the California Native Plant Society Present
a Summer Series on Water-Wise Landscaping
Through the Years: the Evolution of a Native Plant Garden
A talk by landscape designer Katherine Greenberg
Thursday, August 6 at 7 PM in the Library
Year-round Interest in a Native Plant Garden, Sherri Osaka
Monday, August 10 at 7:00 PM in the Library
Native Garden Maintenance, Stephanie Curtis
Monday, August 31 at 7:00 PM in the Library
|
Woodside Library
Children’s Cartooning Workshop
Monday, August 10 at 4:00 PM
Debbie Huey, creator of “Bumperboy,” talks about how she developed her cartooning talent, and then demonstrates basic skills.
Sign up required; limited spaces.
Completion of Summer Reading Program
June 1 – August 15
Come in and show us your completed reading logs; collect your prize and fill out your raffle ticket.
Woodside Library Book Club
Is on break August 4 & September 1 and will
resume October 6 to discuss your favorite summer books.
|
|
To unsubscribe from future mailings click here.
To subscribe to future issues via email or RSS, or to view past issues of the newsletter, click here.
If you have questions or comments about this newsletter, please email us at smcl@smcl.org.
|
|
