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Preregister for Summer Reading 2023 Did you know our voices have power? We use our voices to share stories, express ourselves and spark change. This summer, we encourage you to Find Your Voice at the library! Our Summer Reading program runs from June 1 – July 31. During that time, we will offer free in-person and virtual programs for kids, teens and adults. This includes animals, paint parties, music, magic, movies, book clubs, and more. Earn badges throughout the summer in Beanstack by logging your reading and activities. Earn a prize for reading 5 books and completing one activity this summer!
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Get Ready for Kindergarten Most children begin school in Santa Clara County when they are five years old. Whether or not your child has attended preschool or a school readiness program, you can prepare your soon-to-be kindergartner with our newly developed, librarian-approved resources, including contact information for local school districts. We have divided the most important skillsets into six categories for you to explore and learn with your child. Visit our Kinder Readiness page and find checklists, programs, booklists, eResources, and websites. Find additional books in Spanish here. We hope you enjoy exploring, reading, and playing with your child to get them ready for kindergarten!
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Celebrate Mom on Sunday, May 14 Mother’s Day is in less than a week on Sunday, May 14. The library can help you find ways to celebrate mom and all of the motherly figures in your life. Make her something special! Visit our free online resource, Creativebug, to find more than 1,000 online art and craft classes. If you want to cook up a memorable brunch, check out these cookbooks. Spend the day streaming movies with our free service, Kanopy. Or cuddle up and read a picture book about Mother’s Day. Happy Mother's Day!
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Student eResource: HelpNow by Brainfuse The end of the school year means projects are due and finals are coming up! Studying for exams can be tough, but it’s important to remember that there’s always help available. Try our free eResource, Brainfuse HelpNow. Get homework help on any subject with an online tutor from 1 – 10 p.m. any day of the week. Tutors are also available in Spanish. Additional services include study resources and test prep, create and share flashcards, and virtual study rooms.
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New Automotive eResources We are excited to announce that we have two brand new resources for repairing and maintaining cars and small engines! Auto Repair Source is perfect for anyone looking to repair their automobiles. Accessible from devices, this eResource is available to patrons wherever they are, allowing them to look at schematics and guides from their own garages! Need help with smaller engines? Try the Small Engine Repair Reference Center. From motorcycles to ATVs and tractors to lawnmowers, patrons will finally have a place to find schematics and guides for small engines! Try them out today!
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Learn About the Life and Work of Andy Warhol Artist Andy Warhol was famous for his paintings of Campbell Soup cans and portraits of celebrities. Learn about his life and art in a virtual presentation on Wednesday, May 17 at 7 p.m. This program will be presented by Gene Wisniewski, author of The Art of Looking at Art, who has been teaching and lecturing on visual art for more than 20 years. Please register for this Zoom event.
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College Admission Essay Help A great college essay can make all the difference in your college application. We invite teens to join us for a webinar on how to make your college essay stand out from the competition. There will be time for Q&A after the presentation. This webinar is Tuesday, May 16 at 5 p.m. Please register here.
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Finding Affordable Housing Finding shelter and a place to live is an essential element to staying healthy and safe. Take a look at the many resources and services available to county residents whether you are looking for affordable housing agencies, shelter or rental assistance.
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New Way to Report Dumping and Request Cleanup The County of Santa Clara has launched a new website that allows the public to report illegal dumping and recommend areas for litter cleanup. The portal, www.cleanupscc.org, will let cleanup crews know what areas need to be prioritiezed. Locations with a significant amount of chronic littering/illegal dumping or pose a safety risk to the community and environment will be prioritized for cleanup first, as opposed to areas with small amounts of litter. Please note: This work removes trash and bulk debris from dumping sites, not encampment abatement.
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Join the Library with an Instant Free eCard If you live in Santa Clara County and do not have a library card with the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD), or would like additional household members to have their own library accounts, the instant free eCard is for you. eCards are available to all residents who live within Santa Clara County Library District with a valid residential mailing address (P.O. Box not accepted). You can also visit any of our libraries during open hours to convert your eCard, or apply for a full use card to check out any of our physical and digital materials and resources. Renew your library card online! If you have a library card and would like to keep it current, now you can renew your library card online! SCCLD makes it easy to keep your account current and active. No visit to the library needed if your account is in good standing and you live within the Greater Bay Area. For more information or to renew online, visit sccld.org/cardrenewal. |
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We're here for you Staff is available to answer your questions Monday - Sunday (excluding holidays). Or text us at (833) 209-6600.
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