Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Library Events in March…

(Mark your calendars accordingly)

The library has a number of interesting events planned in March.  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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3/1 @ 2:00
Resume Review
Looking for outside input on your resume. Bring it to our review session for an impartial critique.

3/7 @ 3:00
UCLA Gluck Percussion Ensemble
Join us for a musical performance featuring percussion instruments of all types.  Sure to be excellent!

3/14 @ 2:00
eMedia from the Library
Learn about the vast array of materials you can access electronically with your library card.

3/17 @ 4:00
Teen Council Meeting
Teens come put your own personal stamp on the library.

3/21 @ 2:00
Blue Submarine Sea Creatures
Discover underwater animals in this exciting program for pre & elementary school aged kids.

3/25 @ 6:00
Introduction to Genealogy
Learn the basics about using the Ancestry Database for genealogical research.

3/28 @ 3:00
Arroyo Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion of the book Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea.  This book is part of the Big Read Program (find more information about the book as well as a reading guide here: http://www.neabigread.org/books/intothebeautifulnorth/) which means you will be able to keep the book for yourself (while supplies last).

3/28 @ 4:00
Life on the Line : A Documentary
Join us for a screening of the documentary film Life on the Line.  "This half-hour documentary follows a year in the life of Kimberly and her family, exposing the challenges of immigration and the U.S./Mexico border through the eyes of one child."  Shown in conjunction with our Book Club Discussion of the Big Read book Into the Beautiful North

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Each month the library also has a number of ongoing classes & events.  They are:

Make it Mondays - - - Mondays at 4:00
Join us each Monday for a hands on activity.  In March we will be celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday, meeting a construction block challenge, creating toothbrush art, and making giant bubbles.

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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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.