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The Huntington Beach Public Library Monthly Newsletter |
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Message from the Manager Dear Library Community, October is here, and just like that the year end is in sight. While we all may have been disabused of the notion of a “return to normal,” we are finding a rhythm in our return to pre-pandemic hours at Central Library and continuing to offer a hybrid of in-person and virtual services. October brings us some fun programs and events, including a celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month on October 15 in front of the Library. Bring the family for dancing, treats, and crafts. We are also busy planning some Halloween activities for children and teens and getting settled in with our modified storytimes, including a brand new Baby & Me Storytime on Wednesday mornings. October 17-23 is National Friends of the Library Week and we are always thrilled to celebrate our Friends groups, both of which support HBPL in numerous ways. The Friends of the Library is celebrating their 50th anniversary and was recently honored by the Mayor at City Council. They continue to give money to the library system to support books, digital resources, Career Online High School, and so much more through their Used Book Sale, Gift Shop, author luncheons, and other events and fundraising. The Friends of the Children’s Library continually supports our Youth Services Division financially and programmatically. More on this week of celebrating these groups will be on our social media and website as well as theirs. If you haven’t become a member of one our Friends groups, this is the perfect month to do so! As always there is plenty to do and read at HBPL and we invite you to join us in person and virtually. Remember to check our website and social media for all of the news and up-to-date information. Have a wonderful month everyone! Jessica Framson, Library & Cultural Services Manager Currently reading: Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs and Carefree Black Girls by Zeba Blay
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Hispanic Heritage Fiesta
Friday, October 15, 3-5:00 PM in front of the Central Library Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with crafts, games, music, dancing, food, and more for the whole family at the library's inaugural Hispanic Heritage Fiesta! Participants can create their own papel picado, personal pinata, and more, then head over to the refreshments table for complementary samples of tasty Hispanic treats. You can also purchase more substantial snacks from the Snowie Shaved Ice truck at the event! Play games, dance along to a zumba demonstration, and celebrate the heritage of our Hispanic neighbors. All crafts, activities, and treats are available while supplies last. |
Spooky Reads for All Ages |
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BOO! Are you ready for some spooktacular tales from HBPL? Use the buttons above to find book lists sure to elicit spine-tingling terror! |
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October Events for Adults @ HBPL Happy October everyone! This month, join HBPL to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with an afternoon of activities at Central Library on Friday, October 15, from 3-5pm. We'll have crafts for families, a shaved ice truck with treats for purchase, and other programs throughout the month! Join us for other fun fall festivities like Loteria, a No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Contest, and an author visit with bestselling historical novelist Lauren Willig. We’re also very excited to announce that WiFi Hotspots are now available for check out at our Oak View Branch Library - use the icon in the Program Picks section to find out more! Lastly, be sure to check out the Central Library's Makerspace Open Hours to learn a new skill, tinker with the fun machines and resources, and connect with other makers from Huntington Beach! Learn and make - our coaches will teach you how to use the equipment and the material is supplied, all free. Create and have fun doing it! Check out all of our virtual events for adults and register online using the calendar button below. |
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Adult Program & Service Picks for October |
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Let's Play Lotería! Wednesday, October 13, 5pm For all ages! |
FOTL Virtual Author Event: Lauren Willig Thursday, October 7, 4pm |
Check it Out: WiFi Hotspots Available at the Oak View Branch Library! |
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Learner Orientation with Literacy Volunteers
Are you an adult looking to improve your English reading and writing skills? Join LEARNER ORIENTATION at HB Central Library to begin your journey. Register today by clicking the Literacy Volunteers icon. Everyone has their own goals, but do you want to: Communicate with your doctor better? Ask your boss for a promotion? Order exactly what you want at a restaurant? Write an email to your child’s teacher? Feel more confident when reading and discussing difficult topics?
Learner Orientation will introduce you to Literacy Volunteers of HBPL, and they'll help you learn the skills and language necessary to accomplish these goals and more. |
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Tricks and Treats for Teens @ HBPL
Happy October and Happy Halloween from the HBPL TeenSpace!
Our Teen Action Group is proud to announce their Halloween event for teens in grades 6-12: the Haunted Library Escape Room! Can you and your friends uncover the truth behind the library hauntings and release the spirit trapped there before time runs out? Click the calendar button below to sign up for this frighteningly fun escape room experience!
The treats continue with HBPL's Books & Burgers Reading Program, a challenge for teens 13 - 17 to read a total of 5 books between October 2nd - November 13th. Your prize for completing the challenge? A free burger coupon to a local burger joint. Yum!
We are excited to announce the library's Third Annual No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Pumpkins may be dropped off at the Children's Library desk from Friday, October 22, through Sunday, October 24. Click here for full rules and regulations! And finally on to the social media tricks! Ever wanted to run your own small business? Love social media but want to learn how to use it more productively? Then come check out our interactive series of online workshops on Social Media Marketing for Teens, featuring expert guest speakers Ian Nguyen and Justin Lane, who will share their insider tips on how to use social media wisely and well. Looking for more? Check out the full list of programs and events for teens online with the calendar button below!  |
Teen Program Picks for October |
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Books & Burgers
Reading ProgramOctober 2 - November 13For ages 13+
Register Online |
Haunted Library Halloween Escape Room
For ages 11+ Click the icon to reserve a time! |
Social Media Marketing Workshops
October 3 & October 10
For ages 14+
Register Online |
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Spooky Family Fun at HBPL BOO! The Children's Library has been busy cooking up some special spooky surprises for families this month... read on to find out more! First, we are happy to announce that Saturday Family Storytimes are returning to the Central Library! Join Miss Erin on Saturday mornings at 10am in the Tabby Theater, starting on Saturday, October 9. She'll share songs, stories, and rhymes suitable for all ages. On October 9 and 23, follow up on your storytime fun with a Dance Along with Ballet Etudes dancers at 11am! Ballerinas will walk your little ones through fun movements and dances in a short-format, all-ages dance along session. Looking for homework assistance for your kids and teens? The Oak View Branch is offering Free Online K-12 Homework Help and reading support for HBPL patrons! Homework help service is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students must register to attend, but daily attendance is not required. Click here for more information! The library's annual In-N-Out Cover to Cover Reading Program begins on Saturday, October 2! Children ages 4 to 12 are eligible to participate and can earn up to 3 free burgers from In-N-Out by tracking their reading from October 2 through November 13, 2021. To get started and find out all of the details, pick up your reading log at any HBPL branch or sign up online using Beanstack. We are excited to announce the library's Third Annual No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Pumpkins may be dropped off at the Children's Library desk from Friday, October 22, through Sunday, October 24. For full rules and regulations, click on the Pumpkin Contest button in the Program Picks section below. Lastly, the HBPL storytellers are gathering on October 28 at 7pm for a special Monster Mash Storytime in the Library Theater! Put on your costumes and shuffle on down to the Central Library for this special Halloween-themed storytime. We'll read kid-friendly spooky tales, sing our favorite creepy songs, and end the night with trick-or-treating... inside the library! This program is for all ages, but is best for children ages 3 to 8 and their families. Looking for even more? Check out the full list of programs for children in the online event calendar using the button below! |
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Children's Program Picks for October |
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In-N-Out Cover to Cover Reading Program October 2 - November 13 |
Monster Mash Storytime & Library Trick-or-Treat Thursday, October 28, 7pm |
No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Contest Turn your pumpkins in October 22-24! |
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| Huntington Beach Public Library
Central Library
7111 Talbert Avenue
Huntington Beach, California 92648
714.842.4481
www.hbpl.org |
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