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Los Gatos Library News July 2017 "I have found the most valuable thing in my wallet is my library card." -Laura Bush
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Los Gatos Library News is an easy and convenient way to help you stay informed about what is happening at the Library. You will find event listings, brief descriptions of some of our useful library resources, and recommended readings from our staff.
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The library will be open for limited hours July 3rd (11am-3pm) and closed on Tuesday July 4th, for the 4th of July Holiday. Items checked out will not be due back on any of the days the Library will be closed. Please contact the circulation desk at 408-354-6891 for any questions about your account. We're happy to help.
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Sign Up for Summer Reading!!
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Summer Reading is HERE! All ages of readers and listeners are welcome to join us this May through August, as we celebrate the joys of reading. Our theme this year is “Build a Better World,” and we are ready to explore architecture, design, STEAM/STEM learning, and all the ways we can improve the world around us. We've got a new logging tool this year, called Beanstack. Sign up now, here, or check out the library webpage for more information. EVERYONE can be a summer reader.
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Library Events for Adults
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Summer Speaker Series Architect Frank Delos Wolfe Talk Saturday, July 15th @ 2:00pm, in the Technology Lab (2nd floor) Learn Author Krista Van Laan will talk about the San Jose Architect whose Midwestern prairie school style homes can be found in Los Gatos and throughout the South Bay. Free event. Financial Literacy Series “Choosing the Right Senior Care Options” Thursday, July 27th @ 1:00pm, in the Technology Lab (2nd floor) Certified Financial Planner Larysa Prytula offers professional advice on investing and retirement strategies. Free event. Summer Film Series “Lion” Tuesday, July 25th @ 5:30pm, in the Technology Lab (2nd floor) Enjoy a free 2016 movie. Bring your own snacks. Free event. ******************************************************************************* 1-on-1 Technology Tutoring Wednesdays 12pm- 2pm, April 5th - June 28th Sign-up with our Reference Desk Need more than just a few minutes of help? A technology tutor is available to assist you with the following: Downloading/Uploading Pictures, E-Book Tutorials, Navigating the Web, Password Recovery Support, Setting up an email account, Setting up a social media account, Other educational e--help, Tablet/Phone Assistance. First come, first served policy
30 minute sessions Signups are limited to 2 sessions per month per person. *The Los Gatos Library assumes no responsibility or liability for loss or damages to any persons and/or property direct or indirect, or loss of privacy from participation in this program. Sign-up at the Adult Information Desk or by calling 408-354-6896 **************************** ESL Conversation Club Tuesdays @ 11AM Teen Room New English-learners can practice listening and speaking. Drop-in. All are welcome. Monday Morning Bookclub Monday, July 10th 11:00 AM Group Study Room We will be reading and discussing the book, "A Painted House" by John Grisham Tuesday Evening Bookclub Tuesday, July 21st 6:30 PM Library Conference Room We will be discussing the book, "Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D. Vance
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Thanks to the Friends of Los Gatos Library and a grant from the Pacific Library Partnership we now offer outreach services from the Library via bicycle. On July 1st, our Storytime Librarians will be out with the Chartreuse Caboose at the Red, White and Blue Block Party! Come hear stories, make crafts, and ride with us in the Bike Parade. Read more about this event here.
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As summer gets under way, Los Gatos Library combines our Be a Book Family program with our summer reading program celebrating our theme of "Build a Better World." Browse our BABF shelf for our favorite stories of architecture, science, design, and world improvement! Be A Book Family is a cooperative reading program designed with the goal of helping parents strengthen their children’s reading skills by offering a curated collection of books to be read together as a family, then sharing the literary concepts from the books. Be your child’s hero – read together! Special Programs: Prairie Rose Band Wednesday, July 5th, 4PM Children's Room Get ready for a rip' roarin' good time! Join us for a musician experience with cowboy flair. We'll be singing classical children's songs, campfire tunes, and more! Ages 4+
Family Movie NIght Monday, July 17th, 5:30PM Children's Room Join us for "Because of Winn-Dixie" on the big screen! Ages 4+ Insect Lab Thursday, July 20th, 4PM Children's Room Come see insects up close and learn about their habitats! We will have an opportunity to learn from an insect educator and even touch some pretty cool bugs!! **space is limited to 25. Register at the kids information desk: 408-354-6893 Ages 5+ Steve Channey and Corny Crow Thursday July 15, 4PM Get ready to laugh! Steve Chaney and his amazing animal troupe will delight and entertain kids of all ages. All ages welcome.
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Tuesday-Sunday 12pm - 5 pm CLOSED: Mondays Stop by and pick up a good read at a great price. No time to come by but want to make a purchase? Shop the Friends of the Los Gatos Library bookstore online at amazon.com. Friends of Los Gatos Library – Please join Us. Your membership will support library adult and children’s programs, services, and equipment. The Friends' Off the Shelf newsletter will keep you informed of programs and speakers, special events, book sales, Young Writers Workshops and more. Membership envelopes are available at the library, the Friends Book Store, or online at www.friendsoflglibrary.org.
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