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Silicon Valley Reads Kicks Off Next Week! We invite you to join us on a Journey to New Beginnings when Silicon Valley Reads kicks off on Thursday, January 26. Three books that embody the theme, Journey to New Beginnings, have been selected: We are marking the 20-year anniversary of this countywide reading engagement program with special programs at schools, libraries and local organizations. To start things off, join us for an in-person and live-streamed author event with the three featured authors at De Anza College’s Visual & Performing Arts Center Theater in Cupertino. Whether you plan on attending in person or viewing the live-streamed event, registration is required. Find additional SCCLD events below in the newsletter. In addition to the three selected titles, there are four companion books for our younger readers: Coquí in the City by Nomar Perez (PreK-Grade 1), Sugar in Milk by Thrity N. Umrigar (Grades 2-4), When Stars are Scattered by Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed (Grades 5-8) and Furia by Yamile Saied Méndez (high school). Over the past few years during the COVID-19 pandemic, Silicon Valley Reads aimed to give people hope for the future, with themes like “Connecting” and “The Power of Kindness, Resilience and Hope.” It was clear that in 2023, the community is ready to move forward on a new journey. We hope you join us on this exciting adventure! |
Scholastic eResources Foster a sense of curiosity in your children with educational and entertaining online resources from the library. In fact, our Scholastic services encourage kids to learn about STEAM, social studies, animals, and more in a dynamic and interactive way. Bookflix: Ages 4-8. Interactive reading resource that pairs classic video storybooks and nonfiction videos. Scholastic Go!: Ages 8+. Find comprehensive nonfiction content that includes four encyclopedia databases. TrueFlix: Ages 8-12. Explore social studies and science content. FreedomFlix: Ages 10-14. Learn about social studies, civics, and history. ScienceFlix: Ages 10-15. Learn through hands-on scientific experiments and build crucial science knowledge. |
Celebrate the Lunar New Year The Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival in China, or Seollal in Korea, or Tết Nguyên Đán in Vietnam is on Sunday, January 22. Billions of people around the world are getting ready to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit (the Year of the Cat in Vietnam), and so is SCCLD!
Find a number of free programs at our libraries. Please note that due to limited capacity, registration may be required for some events and programs.
Browse these Lunar New Year picture books for little ones. Or explore CultureGrams and learn how other countries celebrate the Lunar New Year. |
Predict the Grammys! Get a chance to enter a drawing for a $50 gift card by correctly predicting who will win Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 5. This annual contest, hosted by our Movies and Music Team, asks participants to fill out predictions for the four award categories: Best New Artist, Record, Song, and Album of the Year. You may only predict one winner for each category, and there is only one entry per person. Successful predictions will be entered into a drawing. The winner will be contacted by email or phone. Learn more here. Check out this list for the nominees. You can also download or stream some of the nominees on our free eResource, Freegal. |
Unlock Britannica's Many eResources There is still time to register for a webinar and learn the ins and outs of our Britannica eResources. Join us on Friday, January 20 at 3 p.m. to learn how to access articles, biographies, images, videos, and maps that you may need for research. Also learn about the different eResources available. Britannica School Edition has portals designed for elementary, middle and high school students. Britannica Library Reference Center is designed for adults. Find articles and biographies in Spanish with Britannica Escolar. |
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More than 150 Silicon Valley Reads Events Through March!Silicon Valley Reads officially kicks off on Thursday, January 26 with an in-person event with the three featured authors, which will also be live-streamed. Make sure to register to secure your spot for this special event. The full Silicon Valley Reads calendar of events is available online. You can check out the author events, book clubs, panel discussions, film screenings, arts and crafts, special performances, and kids activities happening at local libraries, schools and other organizations. SCCLD is hosting a number of events and programs. Join our Silicon Valley Reads reading challenge anytime between January 26-March 31. Read one of this year’s selected titles, attend a library program and get entered to win a $25 gift card. Details here. There is also a film screening at Cupertino Library for the documentary, Daughter of a Lost Bird. Please register to attend this event, happening on Sunday, February 5. |
Special Event at Cupertino Library The longest-running film festival focused on disability issues in the world is coming to Cupertino Library. The international Superfest Disability Film Festival celebrates cinema that portrays different types of disability through a diverse and engaging lens. Prioritizing access and welcoming filmgoers of all kinds and disabilities, stop by on Saturday, January 28 for multiple screenings. Bebe A.I., In the Upper Room, and Here Not Here will be offered with open captioning and audio description to make them as accessible as possible. Please register to attend. |
Emergency Preparedness As we’ve seen with recent winter storms and earthquakes, it is important to be prepared for emergencies. The County of Santa Clara suggests people Prepare in 4 Steps since disasters can happen at any time and planning can help make sure people stay safe. The four steps include: - Sign up for AlertSCC, the county’s official emergency alert and warning system.
- Make a plan and learn about the types of hazards and threats that could happen in your area, and what to do before, during and after they occur.
- Build Emergency Go Bags and Stay Kits that can help you survive on your own for 72 hours or until help arrives.
- Make a point to check on friends, families and neighbors who may need help.
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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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