Friday, December 26, 2014

Library Events in January…

(Mark your calendars accordingly)

The library has a number of interesting events planned in January.  I thought I’d take a minute and give you a run down so you could plan ahead.  Let’s start with the non-repeating events:

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1/4 @ 2:00
Resume Review
Want feedback on your Resume’s grammar, format, & content? Bring it to our Resume Review session.  Resumes will be reviewed in the order they arrive.

1/6 @ 4:00
Sand Art Teen Program
Teens! Join us for a fun event aimed just at you.

1/20 @ 4:00
Shrinky Dinks Teen Program
Teens! Join us for a fun event aimed just at you.

1/20 @ 6:00
Nature Rocks! Science Program
Join us as Dr. Steven Cornford demonstrates to us just how interesting Science is.  Appropriate for all ages.  Bring your questions.

1/24 @ 10:30
Resume Review
Want feedback on your Resume’s grammar, format, & content? Bring it to our Resume Review session.  Resumes will be reviewed in the order they arrive.

1/24 from 12:00-2:00
Expunge Your Criminal Record
Do you or does someone you know have a criminal past?  Perhaps it's time to make a clean start. Attorney Melissa Weinberger will be here to explain what “cleaning” a criminal record really means, show you how to fill out & file the expungement form, explain how to determine if you qualify for relief under Prop. 47, answer your questions, and more.

1/24 @ 3:00
Arroyo Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion of the book Every Man Dies Alone by Hans Fallada.

1/31 @ 2:00
Buying or Selling Homes
In the real estate market as either a buyer or seller? Please join us for a free informational workshop covering both sides of the transaction.

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Covered California
During the Covered California enrollment period a number of outside partners will be teaming up with the library to offer enrollment assistance.  In January that assistance will be available:

Saturdays
1/3, 1/17, 1/24, & 1/31 from 10:00 to 2:00
1/10 from 12:00 to 4:00

Monday
1/12 from 4:00-7:00

Wednesday
All Wednesdays from 4:00-7:00 
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Each month the library also has a number of ongoing classes & events.  They are:

Make It Monday --- Mondays at 4:00
Kids! Join us for an hour exploring your creative side as we experiment with making all kinds of things.

Little Ones’ Storytime - - - Wednesdays at 10:30 & 11:30
Little Ones’ 3 and under & their grownups are invited to join us for stories, music, & games.  We offer two sessions, pick the one that is convenient for you.

STAR Volunteer Readers - - - Available on Wednesdays at 3:00 on Saturdays at 2:00
STAR readers present the fun of storytelling and reading to children one-on-one or in small groups. Kids earn a free book to keep after 3 visits.

Fun With Tablets - - - Thursdays at 4:00
People of all ages are invited to join us as we explore tablet computers by accomplishing an interesting task.  If you have a project in mind suggest it & we might give it a try.

Drop in Computer Lab - - - Fridays at 3:30
Bring your questions about computers, tablets, eReaders, or other electronic devices.  We will do our best to help you figure out answers. 

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Finally, we have computer classes.  These are formal, free 1-hour sessions.  Note: if the class title is in Spanish then the class is conducted in Spanish.  This month we have:

  • Laboratorio de Computación on 1/8 at 6:30
  • Laboratorio de Computación on 1/22 at 6:30

Please do not hesitate to call the library at 323-255-0537 if you have any questions or would like more information.  Remember that you can always check the Branch Page (http://www.lapl.org/branches/arroyo-seco) on the LAPL website for upcoming events or check out the Master Calendar (http://www.lapl.org/whats-on/calendar) where you can search for something specific across multiple branches.