November 2007
In This Issue:

• Featured Programs

• Holiday Cooking - Book Recommendations

• Featuring the Millbrae Library

• Fourth Annual Live at Mission Blue Concert Series

• At a Library Near You...

Atherton Belmont Brisbane East Palo Alto

Foster City Half Moon Bay Millbrae Pacifica-Sanchez

Pacifica-Sharp Park Portola Valley San Carlos Woodside

• Acontecimientos Bilingües y en Español

Meditation for Stress-free Living
Marshall Zaslove, M.D., a diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, has taught relaxation and meditation techniques for the past ten years. Join Dr. Zaslove to master the art of stress-free living.
Thursday, November 1 at 7:00 PM at the Woodside Library
Wednesday, November 7 at 7:00 PM at the San Carlos Library
Thursday, November 15 at 7:00 PM at the Foster City Library

Gordy Slack Discusses The Battle Over the Meaning of Everything: Evolution, Intelligent Design, and a School Board in Dover, Pennsylvania An eyewitness account of the recent courtroom drama in Dover, Pennsylvania that illuminates the unforgettable characters on both sides of the controversy. Monday November 5 at 7:30 PM at the Foster City Library Friday, November 9 at 7:00 PM at the Half Moon Bay Library

Filmmaker Warren Haack Introduces “Dead in the Sierra: The Legend of Two Joaquins”
Told from the Latino point of view, this is a story of two very different men, both named Joaquin, whose resistance fed the legend of outlaw and rebel Joaquin Murietta. The legend figures prominently in Allende’s Daughter of Fortune. Warren Haack is an alumnus of the San Francisco State University Cinema Department.
Wednesday, November 7 at 7:30 PM at the Millbrae Library

		Are you tired of candied sweet potatoes and cranberry salad making appearances at all of your holiday meals? Maybe you want to create a new family tradition, or perhaps, this year, a family member has special dietary concerns. Whatever your holiday food needs, the library has the materials to help you create a successful and memorable holiday meal.
Use the library’s catalog to search for “holiday cookery,” “Thanksgiving cookery,” “Christmas cookery,” “Jewish cookery,” or “seasonal cookery,” and you will find a multitude of helpful materials. If you’re looking for global inspiration or recipes to make with children, try Holiday Cooking Around the World as well as Christmas Cooking Around the World by Susan Purdy. If you are serving a family member or friend with special dietary needs, such as a vegetarian, you could use Vegetarian for All Seasons by Pamela Sheldon Johns, Moosewood Restaurant Celebrates by the Moosewood Collective or Deborah Madison’s timeless cookbook Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone. If you are making desserts for a diabetic for the first time, don’t forget to check out Big Book of Diabetic Desserts published by the American Diabetes Association. If you just need some extra inspiration this year—something to put a little zip into your holidays—you might try Sara Perry’s Holiday Baking: New and Traditional Recipes for Wintertime Holidays, Feast: Food That Celebrates Life by Nigella Lawson, Joan Nathan's Jewish Holiday Cookbook by Joan Nathan, or Paula Deen Celebrates! Best Dishes and Best Wishes for the Best Times in Your Life by Paula Deen. This is just a small sampling of holiday cookbooks, you’ll find more recipes in books, magazines and dvds at your local library.

See us in action! November 20th will mark the 3rd Anniversary of the opening of the new Millbrae Library. The Library was built thanks to a bond measure passed in 2000 by nearly 70% of the local electorate. The beautiful 26,200 square foot building is located on the same site as the previous library but is more than twice as large. The community continues to love and heavily use the new library and plaza, earlier this year, we welcomed our two millionth visitor!

The Friends of the Brisbane Library are proud to present the fourth season of “Live at Mission Blue”- a concert series featuring local and world-renowned classical music performers. All concerts are performed at the Mission Blue Center in Brisbane, a perfect acoustic venue for early classical music.

Artistic Director, Kevin Fryer, has scheduled five concerts which feature the Mirabelle Ensemble with harpsichordist YungHae Kim, San Francisco Girls Chorus, harpsichordist Jacques Ogg and the Masters of Baroque, violinist and cellist Sharon and Michael Grebanier and the Masters of the Romantic and solo harpsichordist Jory Vinikour.

More information, ticket sales and venue directions are available from www.liveatmissionblue.com Also check their web site for information on 3 additional music education programs. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the programming and new building fundraising efforts of the Brisbane branch of the San Mateo County Library.

At a Library Near You...

• Chess for Fun
  Wednesday, November 7 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.
• Author Talk with Zilpha Keatley Snyder
  Tuesday, November 13 at 4:00 PM
  In celebration of Children's Book Week, the Atherton Library is proud to present children's author Zilpha Keatley Snyder. The recipient of three Newbery Honor Book awards for The Egypt Game, The Headless Cupid, and The Witches of Worm, Zilpha Keatley Snyder has been writing books for children since 1964 when her first book, A Season of Ponies, was published. Since that time she has completed over 40 books for children and young adults. Please join us for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet this wonderful author! Recommended for ages 5 and older.
• Storytimes
  • Musical Storytime
    Wednesdays, November 14 and 28, 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.

• Adult Mystery Book Discussion Group - FIRST MEETING
  Thursday, November 8 at 2:00 PM, Belmont Library Taube Room
  Enjoy a lively discussion with light refreshments. First book will be Kerry Greenwood's Murder in Montparnasse with unconventional independent P.I. Phryne Fisher. Pre-registration and a copy of the book are available at the Belmont Library Service Desk
• Parents/Sons/Daughters Adventure Book Club - FIRST MEETING
  Friday, November 16 at 4:00 PM, Belmont Library Children's Area
  Enjoy reading/listening/discussing Gregor the Overlander by Suzanne Collins. There will be an activity related to the book.
• Making Books/Gifts From Envelopes Workshop for Teens and Adults
  Saturday, December 1 at 10:00 AM
  Enjoy this San Francisco Center for the Book fun and creative workshop aimed at Teens and Adults.
• Charles Dickens Holiday Program
  Wednesday, December 12 at 7:00 PM, Belmont Library Taube Room
  Performer/reader Martin Harris will perform his festive, holiday program featuring Charles Dickens holiday writing. For teens and adults. Holiday refreshments will be served.

• Toddler Dance Party
  Friday, November 2 at 11:30 AM
  Dylan Donkin kicks off another season of our popular Toddler Dance Parties with an hour of music, song and dance. Audience participation is highly encouraged!
• Author Festival with Jon Agee
  Thursday, November 8 at 10:00 AM
  Community Center (below the Library)
  As part of the 2007 San Mateo County Author Festival, Jon Agee, picture book author, illustrator and wordsmith, will be speaking and drawing. A book signing will follow his presentation. Free and open to the public. To learn more about Jon Agee visit his web site.
• Live At Mission Blue: Ensemble Mirable Chamber Orchestra
  Saturday, November 10 at 8:00 PM
  Mission Blue Center, 475 Mission Blue Drive
  Brisbane's own harpsichordist, JungHae Kim, opens the fourth season of this distinguished concert series accompanied by the Mirable Chamber Orchestra in a program of concerti for diverse instruments featuring the music of Vivaldi, J.S. Bach, and Monn. Join us for a pre concert talk with Ms. Kim at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online.
• 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.

• Dad and Me @ the Library
  Tuesday, November 6 at 6:00 PM
  Puppet Art Theater Co. presents a marvelous puppet show that will delight audiences
  of all ages. Sponsored by the Fatherhood Collaborative of San Mateo County.
• The Nutcracker
  Wednesday, November 28 at 4:00 PM
  Join us for a presentation of the Nutcracker performed by the Western Ballet Company.
• Adult Basic Computer / Internet Classes
  Classes are available in English and Spanish. Please visit the library to schedule a session.
• QUEST Learning Center
  This program of the SMCL system is an after school academic enrichment
  program with an emphasis on reading skills development. For more information contact the
  Program Director at (650) 321-7712 Ext. 226.

• Performance of South Indian Dancing
  Monday, November 5 at 6 PM
  In the Children's Room.
• Author Gordy Slack
  Monday, November 5 at 7:30 PM
  Learn about the fight to get Intelligent Design into the classroom.
  In the Wind Room.
• Children's Author Jon Agee
  Thursday, November 8 at 4 PM
  Celebrate Children's Book Week with stories from Jon Agee!
  In the Children's Room.
• Storytime Celebrating Families
  Saturday, November 10 at 10:30 AM
  In the Children's Room.
• Meditate at the Library
  Thursday, November 15 at 7 PM
  Feeling some holiday pressure? Come to a meditation workshop with Dr. Marshall Zaslove, diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
• Teen Book Club
  Wednesday, November 21 at 3:30 PM
  All members will get to pick up a brand new adventure book. We’ll discuss the mysteries they picked up last month.
  

• Day of the Dead
  Friday, November 2 at 7:00 PM
  Learn about the customs and see the art work associated with this special
  time of the year.
• Gordy Slack – Author Program
  Friday, November 9 at 7:00 PM
  An evening with the author of The battle Over the Meaning of Everything:
  Evolution, Intelligent Design, and a School Board in Dover, Pennsylvania.
• Children's Book Week
  Wednesday, November 14 at 7:00 PM
  An evening with Marsha Arnold author of Quick Quack Quick and many other children's favorites.
• Family Movie Night
  Friday, November 16 at 7:00 PM
  The film will be one chosen by those who attended the October Movie Night.
• Storytimes
  • Infant & Toddler Storytime
    Mondays at 11:30 AM
  • Preschool Storytime
    Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
  • Bilingual Storytime
    Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
  • Libros y Bebes
    Saturdays 9:30 AM
  • Crafts Programs
    Saturdays 10:30 AM

• Toddler Dance Party w/Dylan Donkin
  Friday, November 2 at 9:30 AM
  Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to “rock out” with local favorite Dylan Donkin. Toddler tunes for the entire family!
• Free Computer Class: Basic Image Editing
  Saturday, November 3 at 10:30 AM
  Learn how to crop, resize, print, share, & upload your photos using Microsoft Photo Editor. Space is limited. Come early to reserve your seat!
• First Saturday of the Month Craft Club
  Saturday, November 3 at 10:00 AM
  Come and create a Thanksgiving cornucopia decoration. For 7-12 year olds only. Limited space. Must pre-register.
• Book Discussion Group: The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell
  Monday, November 5 at 1:00 PM
  Read the book & come discuss with us.
• Dead in the Sierra: The Legend of Two Joaquins
  Wednesday, November 7 at 7:30 PM
  A story of 2 men named Joaquin whose resistance fed the legend of outlaw & rebel Joaquin Murietta - Film presentation & talk by the director Warren Haack.
• Free Computer Class: Create and E-mail Account
  Saturday, November 17 at 10:30 AM
  Learn how to create your own free e-mail account. Space is limited. Come early to reserve your seat!

• Meet Cheyenne, award winning Clogger at Sharp Park
  Monday, November 5 at 4:00 PM in the community room
  Not only will you learn about about the history and culture of clogging but you can learn a few steps yourself. Fun for the whole family.
• Adventure Movies at the Library
  Friday, November 9 at 7:00 PM
  Watch a film about famed Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton.
  Popcorn! Make ice cream.
• TEEN TAG Meeting
  Saturday, November 10 from 3:30-5:00 PM
  Earn community service hours and have fun too!

• Meet Cheyenne, award winning Clogger
  Monday, November 5 at 4:00 PM in the community room
  Not only will you learn about about the history and culture of clogging but you can learn a few steps yourself. Fun for the whole family.
• Adventure Movies at the Library
  Friday, November 9 at 7:00 PM at Sanchez Library
  Watch a film about famed Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton.
  Popcorn! Make ice cream.
• TEEN TAG Meeting
  Saturday, November 10 from 3:30-5:00 PM at Sanchez Library
  Earn community service hours and have fun too!
• Family Storytime
  Wednesdays at 7:00 PM through November 28
  Pacifica-Sharp Park Library Children's Area
  Join us each week for stories, songs and activities for all ages.
  
  • November 7 Under the Sea
  • November 14 Bugs and Other Creepy Crawlies
  • November 21 A Feast of Stories
  • November 28 Birds of a Feather

• Magic Show with Brian Scott
  Thursday, November 1 at 4:30 PM in the Historic Schoolhouse at Town Center, 765 Portola Rd.
  Come ready to be dazzled by the magic of Brian Scott. For ages 3 and up.
• Author Visit: Marsha Diane Arnold
  Wednesday, November 14 at 2:30 PM in the Historic Schoolhouse at Town Center, 765 Portola Rd.
  In honor of Children's Book Week, we are pleased to present a program with award-winning children's
  author Marsha Diane Arnold, whose books include Roar of a Snore, Prancing Dancing Lily, and Heart of
  a Lion. For ages 3 and up.
• Non-Fiction Book Group
  Thursday, November 15 at 1:00 PM, Portola Valley Library at 4575 Alpine Rd.
  Please join us in the discussion of Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson
• Storytimes (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.
  • Toddler Time Storytime
    Tuesday mornings at 10:30 AM
    For children ages 18 months to 3 years.
  • Preschool Storytime
    Wednesday afternoons at 1:30 PM
    For children ages 3 - 6 years.

• Chilean Music and Dance with Lichi Fuentes
  Saturday, November 3 at 1:00 PM
  Lichi Fuentes grew up in Chile in a musical family. She came to Berkeley in 1980, where she joined Grupo Raiz, a group performing music from the Latin American New Song movement, with roots in folklore and popular music. Lichi has performed with several other groups, including Altazor, La Pena Community Chorus, and Colibri, in addition to developing a solo career. Chilean refreshments will be served.
• Meditate at the Library with Dr. Marshall Zaslove
  Wednesday, November 7 at 7:00 PM
  Marshall Zaslove, M.D. is a diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. In addition to formal training at UCLA School of Medicine and at the Neuropsychiatric Institute, he studied homeopathy and alternative medicine in England. He has been applying relaxation and meditation techniques in his career for the past ten years.
• Making Books & Gifts from Envelopes for Teens and Adults
  Saturday, November 10 at 10:00 AM
  Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Make a book that is personalized with your own pictures, writing or poetry! All materials provided. Grades 6 to adult.
• Friends of the Library Book Sale
  Sunday, November 18 at 1:00 PM
  15,000 books and CDs priced at under $3.
• Mad Science - Fire & Ice
  Tuesday, November 27 at 7:00 PM
  Dazzling science experiments, featuring foggy dry ice storms, burp potion, bubbly showers, and more.

• Dr. Marshall Zaslove presents Meditation for Stress Free Living
  Thursday, November 1 at 7:00 PM  
  In this busy, fast-paced world, peace seems like an elusive commodity. Dr. Marshall Zaslove, a Board certified psychiatrist, author and meditation practitioner for over 30 years, will offer simple, effective techniques and will demonstrate the most practical methods of controlling and befriending the mind for better meditations and many other health benefits.
• Friends of the Woodside Library Book Sale
  Saturday, November 3 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, rain or shine!
  Lots of books, great presents and special finds!
• Woodside Book Club
  Tuesday, November 6 at 11:15 AM
  Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals by Michael Pollan
  An ecological and anthropological study of eating offers insight into food consumption in the twenty-first century, explaining how an abundance of unlimited food varieties reveals the responsibilities of everyday consumers to protect their health and the environment.
• Mom/Dad and Baby Yoga
  Fridays at 9:00 AM  - October 19 & 26  and November 2 & 9
  Classes include yoga postures that help babies:
  
  • sleep better and longer
  • develop their neuromuscular apparatus
  • have strong and healthy immune systems
For babies 5 months to 18 months old and an adult caregiver.
Class size limited to 15 pairs.  Sign up for each week separately, maximum two sessions per pair.
• Meet Children's Book Author Jon Agee
  Thursday, November 8 at 1:00 PM
  Celebrate Children’s Book Week at the Woodside Library with a visit to see Jon Agee, picture book author and palindrome fiend extraordinaire!  Jon’s stories — of mysterious painters, hard luck magicians, guffawing grumps, and forgotten astronauts — have been called quirky, absurdist, and, above all, humorous. His sophisticated wit appeals to children and adults alike.
• San Francisco Center for the Book presents Making Books/Gifts from Envelopes
  Monday, December 3 at 3:30 PM
  Looking for the perfect special holiday gift?  Bring yourself and your creativity to make your own book.  Personalize it with your own pictures, writing or poetry!  All materials provided.  Grades 6 to adult!  Limit 20 participants – sign up soon!

East Palo Alto Library
• Papá y Yo @ la Biblioteca
  martes, 6 de noviembre a las 6:00 PM
  La Compañía Puppet Art Theater presenta una maravillosa representación de títeres que deiletará a audiencias de todas las edades.
• El Western Ballet Presente el Cascanueces
  miércoles, 28 de noviembre a las 4:00 PM
• Clases de Computadora Básica/Internet Para Adultos
  Hay clases disponibles en Inglés y en Español. Por favor visite la biblioteca para fijar sesión.
• 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.