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Chitra Divakaruni, the acclaimed author of The Mistress of Spices and The Palace of Illusions, will appear with KALW public radio's New America Now Host Sandip Roy. Roy will explore with Divakaruni the characters, themes and storylines of The Mistress of Spices. Q & A to follow as well as book sales and signings.
Thursday, October 1, 7:00 PM - San Mateo Performing Arts Center
 Family Yoga
Healthy play! Instructor Tiffany Belzer guides participants through this one-hour program of mind and body support for children and adults of all ages. Participants must bring their own mat or two towels.
Saturday, October 3, 3:00 PM – Foster City Library
Saturday, October 17, 1:00 PM – Atherton Library
Tuesday, October 20, 6:30 PM – Pacifica-Sharp Park Library
Saturday, October 24, 2:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library
 Foods of India
Sample the exotic flavors of some of India’s most renowned dishes (including samosas!) during this tasting event. Includes a brief history, as well as audience Q&A.
Monday, October 5, 6:00 PM – Atherton Library
Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 PM – Brisbane Community Center
Wednesday, October 7, 7:00 PM – Foster City Library
Wednesday, October 28, 7:00 PM – Millbrae Library
 Feminine Divine in Indian Art
In Asia the worship of a mother goddess is not simply honoring the source of life but the creative instinct underlying the cosmos with its destructive powers. San Francisco Asian Art Museum docents explore the expression of female deities in Asian art ranging from simple clay pots to intricate paintings.
Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 PM – Belmont Library
Friday, October 9, 7:00 PM – Foster City Library
 Woman by Woman: New Hope for the Villages of India
Filmmaker Dorothy Fadiman presents her vivid documentary detailing the progressive change of a group of women gaining the courage to step out of traditional roles in India’s least developed villages. Part of the United Nations Association (Traveling) Film Festival.
Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Portola Valley Library
 Monsoon Wedding
With a father panicking about money, a bride in love with another, an inattentive event planner and relatives flying in from all over the world, it’ll be a miracle if this arranged marriage — planned for the monsoon season in New Delhi — ever takes place.
Friday, October 9, 7:00 PM – Atherton Library
Sunday, October 11, 2:00 PM – Belmont Library
 Kalaikoil Dance & Arts of India
Delight in the color and splendor of Bharatanatyam, the national dance of India, known for its statuesque poses and grace. It was once performed only in the country’s ancient temples, but now it’s for all to enjoy!
Saturday, October 10, 1:00 PM – San Carlos Library
Saturday, October 24, 3:00 PM – Pacifica-Sanchez Library
 Holistic Henna
It’s called mehndi – the ancient practice of Indian body art. Choose a design, and henna artist Daxa Patel will transform you into a royal celebrant. No age requirement. Participants under 18 must sign a release form.
Tuesday, October 13, 6:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library
Tuesday, October 20, 6:00 PM – Millbrae Library
Oakland-based Henna Lounge comes to you! Artist Darcy Vasudev teaches the ancient art of henna tattooing including mixing recipes, design basics and application. For children 13 and up. Participants under age 18 must have a signed permission slip.
Monday, October 19, 7:00 PM – San Carlos Library
Wednesday, October 21, 6:00 PM – East Palo Alto Library
Tuesday, October 27, 3:00 PM – Woodside Library
Thursday, October 29, 3:30 PM – Belmont Library
Students from the acclaimed Lasya Dance Company perform “graceful dancing” (lasya) with demonstrations of traditional, spiritual, modern and collaborative themes.
Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 PM – Portola Valley Library
 Budget Travel in India
A slideshow talk by independent travelers Dan Kling and Emily Schaffer full of anecdotes and money-saving tips for travel and backpacking in India.
Friday, October 23, 7:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library
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San Mateo County Library presents Lawyers in the Library
Each month the library, in partnership with the San Mateo County Bar Association, 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! In November, this program will be expanding to East Palo Alto and Half Moon Bay.
First Tuesdays from 7-9 PM – Belmont Library
Starting in November Second Thursdays from 6-8 PM – East Palo Alto Library
Third Tuesdays from 7-9 PM – Foster City Library @ the Peninsula Jewish Community Center
Starting in November First Sundays from 11 AM-1 PM – Half Moon Bay Library
Third Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 PM – Millbrae Library
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San Mateo County Library celebrates Latino Heritage Month with some Hot Latin Nights.
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Dance Lessons
Spice up your Friday nights with free Latin dance lessons with Dennis Mercer. Choose from an introduction to Salsa/Merengue or Merengue/Bachata combo class. (Please pre-register as space is limited)
Zumba Fitness
Join instructor Vicky Avila for Zumba, a fusion of hypnotic Latin rhythms and international beats teamed with easy to follow dance moves to create a dynamic fitness program that is designed for everyone. (Please pre-register as space is limited)
Friday, October 2nd at 7PM – East Palo Alto Library
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Michael Chabon in Conversation with John McMurtrie at the Belmont Library
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Michael Chabon, the Pulitzer-Prize winning author of Kavalier and Clay will appear in conversation with San Francisco Chronicle book editor John McMurtrie. A wine and cheese reception will precede the event at 6:30 pm. Both the reception and program are free and open to all.
This event is being cosponsored by M is for Mystery Bookstore and the Friends of the Belmont Library. Copies of the book may be purchased for signing or with a receipt from M is for Mystery.
Wednesday, November 4 at 7:00 pm. – Belmont Library
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Atherton Library
Sing-Along Movie Night: Mamma Mia!
Friday, September 11 at 7:00 PM
Sing along with this fun movie based on the hit stage show featuring the songs of ABBA. Starring Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, and Stellan Skarsgård. Rated PG-13.
Baby Sign Language Introductory Workshop
Monday, September 14, 10:30 AM to 12:00 Noon
Jump-start your child's verbal skills! Stop guessing what your baby is trying to tell you. Baby Sign Language gives parents the opportunity to communicate with children long before babies can verbalize their wants and needs. This workshop introduces basic baby signs that are based on American Sign Language (ASL) and is designed for parents with hearing babies who range in age from birth to 18 months old. You will learn about the latest research and all the tricks on how to teach your baby to sign. Fun activities and songs will show you how easy it can be to integrate simple signs into your everyday routine to jump-start your child's verbal skills. Space is limited. Please register by phone, email, or when you visit the library.
Magic Dan
Monday, October 26 at 4:00 PM
Magic Dan presents a Halloween Magic Show.
Final Friday Flicks: Pooh's Heffalump Halloween
Friday, October 30 at 7:00 PM
It's Lumpy's first Halloween and he's all excited. But when Pooh eats all the Halloween candy before Trick-or-Treat time, it's up to Lumpy and Roo to catch the Gabloon and wish for more candy before Halloween is over. Rated G.
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Belmont Library
Early Bird Wednesdays – Free Computer Classes:
Beginning Internet – learn the basics to start surfing the web for information and entertainment!
October 14 at 10:30 am
Beginning Email – learn the basics, sign up for your own free account and start sending and receiving email.
October 21 at 10:30 am
Internet Café – drop into our relaxed Oracle Room for a cup of coffee and one on one help for your computer questions
October 28 at 10:30 am
Is America in Decline?
Sunday, October 18 at 2:00 pm
Alexander Kugushev offers a largely optimistic outlook on the resilient and adaptive nature of this country. By observing the actual behaviors of Americans, he will dispute much of the prevailing pessimism among many native-born. Copies of his book will be available for purchase and signing.
Family Halloween Storytime/Crafts/Movie
Saturday, October 31 at 10:30 am (storytime/crafts) and 2 pm (movie)
Start your Halloween celebrate at the library! Come for a Halloween storytime, and then do some simple crafts. At 2 pm, see Scooby-Doo and the Goblin King (not rated; 75 minutes) on our big screen. The amazing Krudsky uses his carnival tricks to steal the light magic from Princess Fairy Willow. It is up to Scooby-Doo and Shaggy to stop him or everyone will be turned into horrible Halloween monsters.
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Brisbane Library
Angelina Ciucci Firefighter’s Storytime
Monday, October 19 at 11:30 AM
Brisbane Firefighters read stories and lead a visit to the big red truck. All ages welcome.
Story Adventures
Wednesday, October 7, 21 at 3:00 PM
Storyteller Tamberly Mott is bringing adventure to the Brisbane Library on Wednesday afternoons this fall. All ages are welcome, but children 4 and under must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
Maximizing the Right Mortgage Strategies in Today’s Market
Thursday, November 5 at 7:00 PM
Brisbane Community Center
Purchasing your first or second home? Refinancing? Learn about these and other home buying issues (short sales, foreclosures) as well as the many financing options available in today’s quickly changing market.
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East Palo Alto Library
Knitting Program
Wednesday, October 14 at 6:00 PM
Learn to knit at this beginners’ class starting with a simple scarf. Please bring your own needles and yarn.
Author Event—Nafisa Haji
Wednesday, October 28 at 6:00 PM
Come hear Nafisa Haji read from her debut novel, The Writing on my Forehead.
Día de los Muertos Art and Crafts
Thursday, October 29 at 4:00 PM
Día de los Muertos is a Mexican celebration in which families remember their loved ones who have passed on. The library is offering a workshop for children and families who would like to learn how to make traditional arts and crafts used for Día de los Muertos.
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Foster City Library
Family Yoga
Saturday, October 3 at 3 PM In the Wind Room
Healthy Play! Instructor Tiffany Belzer guides participants through this one-hour program of mind and body support for children and adults of all ages. Participants must bring their own mat or two towels.
FOSTER CITY LIBRARY CLOSURE: October 4 - January 4
An interior redesign project has been developed to improve the library experience for the hundreds of people who visit the library each day. The library will close at 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2009. The library will re-open on Monday, January 4, 2010.
Book borrowing during the closure
Foster City items checked out after September 12, 2009, will not be due until after the library re-opens in January 2010. Items can be returned to ANY library in San Mateo County prior to January if you do not wish to keep the items for the full three months.
PLEASE NOTE: The book drop here at the Foster City Library will NOT be available during the closure.
STORYTIMES DURING THE CLOSURE
The Parents Place,
2001 Winward Way,
Foster City, CA
10:30 a.m. (Monday and Friday mornings as listed below)
October: 5, 9, 16, 19, 23, 30
November: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 30
December: 7, 11, 14, 18, 21
Peninsula Jewish Community Center,
800 Foster City Blvd.,
Foster City, CA
7 PM (Every other Monday night)
October: 5, 19
November: 2, 16, 30
December: 7, 21
Asian Art Museum Slideshow
Friday October 9 at 7 PM In the Gull Room
Cowgirl Creamery Cheese Event with co-founder Sue Conley
Saturday Oct 17th at 3 PM
At the Peninsula Jewish Community Center,
800 Foster City Blvd.,
Foster City, CA
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Half Moon Bay Library
Movie Night
Saturday, October 10 6:00PM
Enjoy a feature film.
Pumpkin Festival
October 17 and 18
Library Closed
Game Night
Saturday, October 24 6:00PM
Test your Wii skills. Be a rock star. Dance to the DJ.
Day of the Dead
Friday, October 30 7:00PM
A program exploring the background and practices of this beloved Mexican tradition.
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Millbrae Library
Drop-In Crafts
Saturday, October 10 at 10:00 AM
Join us for drop-in crafts on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. A new crafting project will be introduced each month, so stop by either Saturday and “get crafty!” For ages 7 and up – if child is younger, parent help is required.
Friends of the Millbrae Library Book Discussion
Monday October 5 at 1:00 PM
Join us for a discussion of The Mistress of Spices by Chitra Divakarui. Free and open to all! Refreshments will be served. Book discussions take place the first Monday of each month.
Facebook, Myspace, and Twitter Computer Class
Saturday, October 10 at 10:30 AM
Learn about these popular social networking sites, including how to create your own account, find helpful applications, and stay safe. Previous computer basics and word processing or equivalent suggested. This class has no fee or sign ups, but come early to save your seat.
Toddler Dance Party with Dylan Donkin
Friday, October 9 at 9:30 AM
Moms, Dads, and Kids put on your dancing shoes! We’ll be singing, dancing, and having lots of fun!
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Pacifica-Sanchez Library
Knitting Night
Friday, October 16 from 6:30-8:00 PM
Join us for our monthly knitting night. Knitters of all ages and levels welcome!
Drop In Computer Help at the Library!
Thursday, October 1 & Thursday, October 15 from 9:00-11:00 AM
Are you frustrated trying to find what you want on Google or Yahoo? Do you have trouble attaching documents to your emails? If you have questions about these or something related to computer skills, the library can help!
Family Movie Night: Monsters, Inc
Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 PM
Come in your PJs! Snacks provided!
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Pacifica-Sharp Park Library
Teen Movie Night: The Unborn
Friday, October 9 at 7:00 PM in the Community Room This movie is rated PG-13. Teens 13-18.
Teen Movie Night: Evil Dead II
Friday, October 23 at 7:00 PM in the Community Room
This movie is not rated but contains humorous violence. Teens 13-18.
Drop In Computer Help at the Library!
Wednesday, October 7 & Wednesday, October 21 from 9:00-11:00 AM
Are you frustrated trying to find what you want on Google or Yahoo? Do you have trouble attaching documents to your emails? If you have questions about these or something related to computer skills, the library can help!
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Portola Valley Library
Adult Non-Fiction Book Discussion Club
Thursday, October 15 at 1pm and Tuesday October 27 at 7pm
Please join us, at your convenience, either for the afternoon or evening group, as we discuss Charles Darwin's "The Voyage of the Beagle". This richly readable book is the product of Charles Darwin's amazing journey aboard the Beagle where he made observations that led to his revolutionary theory of natural selection.
The Medieval Tournament
Thursday, Oct 29 at 4:30 pm outside the library on the lawn, weather permitting
Ancient Artifacts will choreograph "combat" between three “Knights” clad in chainmail, helmets and other battle gear from different periods of the era. These visiting “Knights” will offer an explanation of the medieval arms race. This 45-minute presentation is for ages 8 and up, but all ages are welcome! Please join us for what will surely be an exciting program!
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San Carlos Library
Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
Wednesday, October 7 at 7:00 PM
A lecture by William Fearon, MD Assistant Professor of Medicine (Cardiovascular Medicine), Stanford University Medical Center
Deconstructing Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 PM
A lecture by Linda Nguyen, MD Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Stanford University Medical Center
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Woodside Library
“Babies & Books” Musical Storytime
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
Age newborn to 24 months.
Rhymes, songs and lap-sit activities for parents and infants!
“Toddler Time” Musical Storytime
Wednesdays, 11:00 AM
Age 18 to 36 months.
Finger plays, stories, and songs and fun!
Woodside Library Book Club
Tuesday, October 6 at 11:15 AM
We will be sharing our summer reading favorites, generating enthusiasm for titles and authors which might have escaped notice.
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