Get ready to usher in the New Year with a blockbuster author event and a travel series filled with exotic trekking, local strolls and urban adventures.
Anne Packer Reads from SONGS WITHOUT WORDS
Packer’s latest novel expertly navigates the politics of a close friendship between two women and asks the question: What happens when a relationship you’ve treasured all your life suddenly seems broken beyond repair? Her previous book, The Dive from Clausen’s Pier, won the Kate Chopin Literary Award and was the first ever “Good Morning America” book club selection. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. This program is free and open to all.
Thursday, January 17 at 7:00 pm - Foster City Library
Thursday, January 24 at 7:00 pm - Belmont Library |
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County Parks and Trails
Explore coast side marine reserves, bayside recreational areas, coastal mountain woodlands, and urban wonders right in your own backyard! A San Mateo County park ranger will present a slideshow and discuss recreational opportunities in our community.
Thursday, January 31 at 7:00 PM – Woodside Library |
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Places in Time - Maxine Schur
With high spirits and little money Maxine Rose Schur set out to see the world. She faced the violent grief of a Mexican sheriff, celebrated a wild elopement in Turkey and was initiated into a mysterious daily ritual with an Iranian forest ranger. Looking back, she tempers her youthful encounters with mid-life wisdom, capturing the spirit of those she met, and evoking cherished places in time. Places in Time was voted “2006 Best Travel Book of the Year” by the North American Travel Journalists Association. A book signing will follow her presentation.
Wednesday, January 30 at 7:30 PM – Foster City Library |
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The arrival of the New Year is a time for writing resolutions. If you are looking to become more organized, loose weight, get fit, look for a new job or better organize your finances; look to your local public library for a wealth of resources to help you along the way. Following are a few of the books and DVDs we have to offer. We wish you a happy and healthy New Year and great success with your resolutions.
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It’s the end of 2007 – a perfect time to reflect on what we read this year. We have compiled a short best books list of your favorites. For more titles please go to our website.
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At a Library Near You...
For more information about events at our all of our twelve libraries, see our web site!
EVENTS- Chess for Fun
Wednesday, January 9, at 6:00 pm
These free one and a half hour sessions for children are presented by United States Chess Federation Expert Dennis Myers and are funded by the Atherton Police Activities League. Aimed at beginning level players in second grade or above, kids will learn new chess strategies and practical techniques to improve their skills and will have the opportunity to play other students. Knowledge of basic chess moves is required for enrollment. Classes meet one Wednesday each month.
- Daffy Dave
Monday, January 14, at 4:00 pm
Slapstick comedy, music, magic and juggling! For ages 3 & up. Sponsored by Diane and Sandy Crittenden.
- Final Friday Flicks: The Jungle Book (1967)
Friday, January 25, at 7:00 pm
Follow the adventures of Mowgli, who has been raised by wolves in the Indian jungle, as he leaves his family to find a village of men, eluding the fierce Shere Khan and making new friends along the way. Plus free popcorn! 78 minutes. Rated G.
STORYTIMES
- Musical Storytime
Wednesdays, January 9 and 23 at 4:00 pm
Stories and sing-along time. For all ages.
- Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:30 am
For children ages 18 months to 36 months.
- Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays at 3:30 pm
For children ages 3-6.
ADULTS- 1st Wednesday Evening Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, January 2 at 7:15 pm in the Taube Room
Read and discuss Sara Gruen's "Water for Elephants"
- 2nd Thursday Afternoon Mystery Book Discussion Group
Thursday, January 10 at 2:00 pm in the Taube Room
Read and discuss Tony Hillerman's "Shape Shifters".
- Author Ann Packer Visit
Thursday evening, January 24 at 7:00 pm in the Taube Room
San Carlos resident Ann Packer will discuss her newest book "Songs Without Words". Copies of her books will be available to purchase and get signed.
CHILDREN
- Dewey Decimal Bingo
Thursday, January 3 at 4:00 pm, in the Children's Room
Learn about the Dewey Decmal Numbering System and play bingo at the same time. For ages 6 and up.
- Mother/Daughter Book Club
Friday, January 4 at 4:00 pm, in the Childlren's Room
Mothers and daughters (grandmothers, aunts, counsins, are all welcome) will be discussing "Fever...1793" by Laurie Anderson and "Catherine Called Birdy" by Karen Cushman.
- Mock Newbery Awards
Through early January. Awards' party on Friday, January 11 at 4:00 pm in the Children's Room. Read a fiction book or a poetry book published in 2007 and give us your opinion as to whether or not the book deserves an award. Fill out the short recommendation form at the Library, and come to the Awards Party on January 11, 2008.
- Belmont Library Homework Center...
Friday Afternoon, January 11at 4:00 pm
Film Series presents "Arctic Tale." For school-age and up.
- Drop into the Belmont Library for "homework help"
Mondays through Fridays, 3-6
EVENTS
- Live at Mission Blue: Emerging Artist Recital
Kristina Kenney, Soprano with Darryl Cooper, Piano
Saturday, January 13 @ 2:00 pm
Mission Blue Center, 475 Mission Blue Drive, Brisbane
Brisbane Resident Kristina Kenney will sing operatic works by Mozart, Verdi, Wagner and others as she prepares for her apprenticeship with major opera companies in San Francisco, Houston, Zurich, Seattle and Santa Fe. Renowned opera coach Darryl Cooper will accompany her on piano. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Admission: $10.00. All proceeds benefit the Brisbane Library.
(415) 467-2060
STORYTIMES
- Toddler/Preschool Storytime
Mondays at 11:30 am for ages 2 and up.
Brisbane firefighters read stories and lead a trip to a fire truck on the third Monday of every month.
- Babies & Books Storytime
Wednesdays at 11:30 am
For babies and infants to 2 years old.
EVENTS
- Book Cover
Read to earn books and prizes.
STORYTIMES
- Bilingual English/Spanish Baby Toddler Storytime
Mondays at 11:15 am
A discussion group to help new parents of babies, ages 0-3, understand and advance their child's emotional and behavioral development.
- Family Pajama Storytime
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm
Come in your pajamas or come as you like! Ages 3-8.
- Baby and Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays at 11:00 am
Please join us for songs, stories, finger-plays, and more! Ages 3-5.
- Family Storytime in Spanish
Thursdays at 11:00 am
Please join us for stories, songs and fun!
- Family Storytime
Saturdays at 10:30 am
Please join us for stories, songs and fun! Ages 3-8
EVENTS
- Adult Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, January 9 at 7:30 pm
Discussing Songs Without Words.
- Save the Earth Craft
Friday, January 11 at 4 pm
Bringing your own bag to the library and store, as opposed to using plastic bags helps to reduce waste. Craft participants will be given a canvas book bag to decorate and keep. For children ages 4 and older.
- Author Ann Packer visits the library
Thursday, January 17 at 7 pm
She
discusses her latest novel, Songs Without Words .
- Music in the Library
Wednesday, January 30 at 10:30 am
Johnette Downing will join us for a morning of music and fun! For children ages 0-3.
- Maxine Schur
Wednesday, January 30 at 7:30 pm
Ddiscusses Places in Time: Reflections on a Journey In 1971, Maxine Schur and her husband left the San Francisco Bay area for an unusual 18-month honeymoon. They traveled from California through Mexico, Central America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, and, finally, New Zealand.
EVENTS- Family Movie Night
Friday, January 18 at 7:00 pmM
Movies and popcorn!
- Songs and Tales of the Sea
Tuesday, January 22 at 10:30 am
Join Mary Lee Sanseri in a musical program for children.
- Half Moon Bay State Beach
Friday, January 25 at 7:00 pm
Come learn about the many volunteer opportunities offered year-round.
STORYTIMES
- Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mondays at 11:30 am
Stories and sings for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. Ages birth – 3.
- Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:30 am
Stories and songs for children ages 3 – 5.
- Bilingual Storytime
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
Stories in English and Spanish for the whole family.
- Libros y Bebes
Saturdays at 9:30 am
Stories and songs in Spanish and English. Ages birth – 3.
- Saturday Crafts
Saturdays at 10:30 am
Learn a new craft each Saturday.
EVENTS- Book Discussion Group : The Bookseller of Kabul by Asne Seierstad
Monday, January 7 at 1:00 pm
Read the book & come discuss with us!
- Good Health Workshop
Wednesday, January 9 at 7:00 pm
Finding quality health information on the Internet with Greg Bodin.
- Kids Dance Party
Saturday, January 12 at 10:00 am
Get ready to boogie and make music with Andrew Gomez… Part of Millbrae’s 60th Anniversary Party!
- Bargain Book Sale
Saturday, January 12 from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Don’t miss our first book sale of 2008
EVENTS- Chronic Disorganization- Start the New Year clutter free!
Saturday, January 12 at 11:00 am in the Sharp Park community room
Local resident Caroline Totah will give an informal presentation for strategies for chronic disorganization.
- Author Visit with Ann Packer
Friday, February 1 at 7:00 pm in the Sharp Park community room
- MOTHER/DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB For girls 8-11 with a female adult
Wednesday, January 9 at 7:00 pm
DAVE AT NIGHT, by Gail Carson Levine
- OLDER GIRLS' BOOK CLUB For girls ages 12-14 with a female adult
Wednesday, January 9 at 7:00 pm
THE OUTCASTS OF 19 SCHUYLER PLACE by E.L. Konigsburg
- Join TAG (Teen Advisory Group)
Thursday, January 10 from 3:15-4:30 pm
January meeting at Sharp Park Library
- Art in the Libary
Michael Slaughter will be exhibiting Travel Photography at Sharp Park.
STORYTIMES
- Babies & Books Storytime (begins January 12)
Saturdays at 11:30 am
Newborn - 24 months.
- Toddler Storytime(begins January 9)
Wednesdays at 10:45 am
18 months - 3 years, with an adult .
- Preschool Storytime(begins January 9)
Wednesdays at 11:30 am
Ages 3-6
- Musical Storytime (from January 11 - March 14)
Fridays at 4:00 pm
All ages.
- Pajama Storytime
Monday, January 14 at 7:00 pm
There's No Place Like Home! Stories & crafts for ages 4 and up.
EVENTS
- Chronic Disorganization- Start the New Year clutter free!
Saturday, January 12 at 11:00 am in the community room
Local resident Caroline Totah will give an informal presentation for strategies for chronic disorganization.
- Author Visit with Ann Packer
Friday, February 1 at 7:00 pm in the community room
- Join TAG (Teen Advisory Group)
Thursday, January 10 from 3:15-4:30 pm
- Art in the Libary
Michael Slaughter will be exhibiting Travel Photography.
STORYTIMES
- Baby Storytime
Mondays at 11:00 am
Newborn -24 months.
- Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:30 am
Ages 3-6.
- Family Storytime (begins 1/9-3/26)
Wednesdays at 7:00pm
Join us each week for stories, song and activities for all ages.
- Musical Storytime (begins 1/11-3/14) at Sanchez Library
Fridays at 4:00 pm
All ages.
CHILDREN/FAMILY EVENTS
- Marylee Sunseri presents Songs & Tales of the Sea
Thursday, January 17, 4:30 pm, Historic Schoolhouse at Town Center, 765 Portola Road
Marylee Sunseri arrives with guitar, colorful props and silly sea songs to sing with children! Winter whale watching inspires this show featuring: The Tale of the First Harp, The Pirate's Vinegar Bottle, Baby Beluga, and Three Little Fishies. Please join us on this seafaring sing-along adventure! For ages 3 and up. Sponsored by the Friends of the Portola Valley Library.
ADULT EVENTS
- Non-Fiction Book Club discusses Monkeyluv and Other Essays on our Lives as Animals
Thursday, January 17, 1:00 pm, Portola Valley Library (Temporary Location at Corte Madera School, 4575 Alpine Rd.)
Why do we do the things that we do? Find out when we discuss the book, Monkeyluv and Other Essays on our Lives as Animals
- Genealogy Resources on the Internet
Tuesday, January 29, 1:00 pm, Historic Schoolhouse at Town Center, 765 Portola Road
There is an internet world beyond Ancestry.com and a lot of it is free to access. Ron Filion, co-manager of SFGenealogy.com and San Mateo County Genealogy Society's webmaster, has been part of that world for nine years. This lecture presentation will outline what types of free internet genealogical resources are available, where to find them, and some of the pitfalls in searching through them.
STORYTIMES HELD AT PORTOLA VALLEY LIBRARY
(Temporary Location at Corte Madera School, 4575 Alpine Rd.)
- Babies & Books Storytime
Monday mornings at 11:00 am
For children ages birth to 2 years. No storytime January 21.
- Toddler Time Storytime
Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am
For children ages 18 months to 3 years. No storytime Dec. 25.
- Preschool Storytime
Wednesday afternoons at 1:30 pm
For children ages 3 - 6 years.
EVENTS
- Crosspulse Rhythm Duo
Tuesday, January 29 at 7:00 pm
A San Carlos Week of the Family event with body music, percussion, circus music, and rhythm dance.
ADULT
- Woodside Book Club - Mister Pip by Lloyd Jones
Tuesday, January 8 at 11:15 am
On a tropical island shattered by war, where the teachers have fled with most everyone else, the eccentric Mr. Watts sweeps out the ruined schoolhouse and begins to read to the children each day from Charles Dickens classic, Great Expectations.
- Discover your own backyard - San Mateo County Parks
Thursday, January 31at 7:00 pm
San Mateo County Parks Volunteer Coordinator will present a slideshow highlighting local hot spots, vistas, trails, and volunteer opportunities.
CHILDREN
- Songs & Tales of the Sea with Mary Lee Sunseri
Tuesday, January 22 at 1:00 pm
Winner of 4 Parents Choice Awards & 2 American Library Notables, Marylee arrives with guitar, colorful props & the perfect songs to sing with little children. Best for preschool age and their caregivers!
- Dad & Me at the Library with Puppet Art Theater
Monday, January 28 at 7:00 pm
We dare you not to laugh at these puppet stories! Fun for the whole family!
STORYTIMES resume January 16
- Babies and Books Musical Storytime
Wednesdays at 10:00 am
For newborns to 2 years old.
- Toddler Time Musical Storytime
Wednesdays at 11:00 am
For ages 18 months to 3 years old.
Biblioteca de East Palo Alto
- ¡El Club de Leer del Invierno!
Lee para ganar libros y premios.
- Hora de Cuentos Para Bebés y Niños Pequeños
Los Lunes a las 11:15 AM
Traiga a su bebé para escuchar cuentos, rimas y canciones en español.
- Hora de Cuentos en Pijamas
Los Martes a las 7 PM
¡Ven en tu pijama o ven como gustes! Para las edades de 3-8.
- Hora de Cuentos Pre-escolares y Bebés
Los Miércoles a las 11:00 AM
¡Por favor acompáñenos para escuchar canciones, cuentos, juegos de manos, y más! Para niños entre las edades de 0-5 y para sus proveedores de cuidado.
- Hora de Cuentos para la Familia en Español
Los Jueves a las 11:00 AM
Por favor acompáñenos para escuchar canciones y cuentos con su familia y amigos.
- Hora de Cuentos para la Familia
Los Sabados a las 10:30 AM
Por favor acompáñenos para escuchar canciones y cuentos con su familia y amigos.
- El Centro de Aprendizaje QUEST
Un programa del Sistema de la Biblioteca de San Mateo, opera un programa de asistencia con la tarea en la Biblioteca de East Palo Alto. Para información, contacte a la Director del Programa al 650.321.7712 ext. 226.
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