September Programs

 (as of 8/24/20)

   For Adults   

Philosophy Discussion Group

The Philosophy Discussion Group meets weekly. Join us as we continue to take a deep dive into Kant. Email ayosco@lapl.org for details & meeting link 

Mondays at 6:30 p.m.

Arroyo Book Club

Join us for a lively discussion of 3 essays: Civil Disobedience by Thoreau; Self-Reliance by Emerson; and Common Sense by Paine.  Bulletin board discussion begins on 9/16, zoom meeting 9/26. Email ayosco@lapl.org for details & links

Saturday 9/26 at 3:00 p.m.

   For Children   

Music Monday

September’s program series features bilingual & multicultural music. Streaming live on Youtube & Facebook

Mondays at 10:00 a.m.

Storytime

Streaming live on Youtube & Facebook

Tuesday - Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Children’s Performers

Enjoy a different children’s program each week. Streaming live on Youtube & Facebook

Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m.

Trivia of the Week…

What did the front page of the July 13, 1939 Los Angeles Sentinel newspaper look like?

History of Highland Park…

At the link: http://dbase1.lapl.org/webpics/calindex/documents/10/520320.pdf you’ll find a couple of articles about the Ebell Club. One was written in celebration of their 50th anniversary in Highland Park and the other 25 years later in celebration of their 75th anniversary. The articles are packed with historic details and photographs. Take a look. 

Trivia of the Week (Answer)…

This week we asked you to identify the first line of the poem that includes a raven and the phrase “nevermore”.  The poem is, of course, Edgar Allan Poe’s The Raven and the first line is:

 

ONCE upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,

Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—

This was easy to find by using the LitFinder database.  This database provides access to thousands of full-text poems, stories, essays, plays and speeches.  Find it listed alphabetically under L on LAPL’s Research & Homework page (https://lapl.org/collections-resources/research-and-homework) and access it with your library card.

Arroyo Book Club September Pick…

For our September pick we are constructing our own personalized anthology of essays.  The essays we will read for discussion are:

• On the Duty of Civil Disobedience by Thoreau (https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71). “It argues the superiority of the individual conscience over acquiescence to government.”
• Self-Reliance by Emerson (find it in this collection: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16643).  “Persuasive and convincing, Emerson challenges readers to redefine their beliefs and sense of self.” 
• Common Sense by Paine (https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/147). “Paine's daring prose paved the way for the Declaration of Independence…”

These are all titles that can be found on Project Gutenberg. You can also get in touch with me at ayosco@lapl.org for physical copies of books containing the essays, while supplies last.    

The plan is for everyone to obtain copies and spend the first couple of weeks of September reading. I will begin posting questions to discuss on the group’s web bulletin board space on September 16 and will add a new question each day until September 26 (our regular meeting day).  I encourage members to log on each day to answer the day’s question as well as review, and respond to, the answers other members provided for the previous day’s questions.  We will then meet via video-conference on September 26 at 3:00.  

If you’re not already a member of our web bulletin board space email me at ayosco@lapl.org. I will send you the details you need to know to sign yourself up.  

Make a note: if you plan to join the video-conference you’ll need to send an email to ayosco@lapl.org so I can get the conference link to you.

Programming Coming up This Week

Here are some things to look out for this week…

Monday

• 10:00 Music Mondays: Baila Baila (Early Learners / Instagram Live) 
• 6:30 Philosophy Discussion Group (email ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Tuesday

• 11:00 Nursery Rhyme Time (Arroyo Instagram live)
• 4:00 Blast Off Into Space with Rocket Scientist Kevin DeBruin (Children / Instagram Live)

Wednesday

• 2:00 Bilingual Playtime English, Japanese (email ayosco@lapl.org)
• 4:00 Aztec Stories (Teens / Instagram Live)

Thursday

• 1:00 Mini Family Storytime (Arroyo Instagram Live)
• 4:00 Sustainability: More Than an Ethos (LA Made / Facebook/Youtube Live)

Catch up with us on various sites...

  LAPL platforms:  

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/
• Youtube: www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

  Arroyo Seco Social Media:  

• Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl
• Twitter: twitter.com/arroyoseco5

Check out the Library’s online calendar at https://lapl.org/whats-on/calendar for the complete list of programming on offer.

Trivia of the Week…

Quoth the raven “nevermore” but how does that poem start? This week’s trivia question is what is the first line of the poem that involves a raven saying “nevermore”?

Science Fun: Mars Rover Launch…

 

Did you get a chance to see it happen live? If not you can still experience the thrill and also learn a bit about the project…

• Check out a recording of the launch 
• View NASA photos of the launch 
• Visit NASA’s official Mars Mission website 

Visit the My Trip to Mars webpage and keep returning to it as we get closer to the February 18, 2021 landing date.

History of Highland Park…

Last week we referenced Judson Stained Glass Studio. This week let’s take a look at the man behind the studio (originally) with this article, Over the Week-end, (http://dbase1.lapl.org/webpics/calindex/documents/10/520143.pdf) by Arthur R. Ford which takes an in-depth look at the life of William L. Judson. The article was published in March of 1944.  Take a look.

Short Story Contest

 

Do you fancy yourself a writer? Have a short story in your back pocket or feel like writing one right now?  Why not submit your work to LAPL’s own short story contest.  We are currently accepting stories of 8,000 words or less.  Winner’s work will be included on LAPL’s short story portal and available for printing via Central Library’s Short Story Dispenser.

Submissions are being accepted until August 31. Authors may submit more than one story but must by 18 years of age or older.  Find all the details and links for participation here: https://lapl.org/short-stories

Trivia of the Week (Answer)….

This time we asked what is quantum computing? Not a simple question to answer but let’s provide a basic approach and say: “Quantum computing is the use of quantum physics in the processing of information… quantum computers encode information according to quantum mechanical states of the involved atomic constituents… All these possibilities could be addressed at the same time--a phenomenon called superposition--something a binary system cannot do.” 

For more specifics about this fascinating topic check out the overview the above is culled from. Citation: "Quantum computing." World of Computer Science, Gale, 2002. Gale In Context: Science, https://link-gale-com.ezproxy.lapl.org/apps/doc/CV2424500492/SCIC?u=lapl&sid=SCIC&xid=ccb4e5dd. Accessed 7 July 2020.

The question and answer came from the Gale in Context: Science database.  This database provides Information on subjects ranging from earth science and life science, to space, technology, mathematics, science history, and biography for assignments and projects. Find it listed alphabetically under G on LAPL’s Research & Homework page (https://lapl.org/collections-resources/research-and-homework) and access it with your library card.

What If It’s Us

What If It’s Us by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera is a sweet, YA (aimed at teenagers) romance.  Arthur Seuss is in New York City for the summer with his parents working for his mother’s law firm.  On a coffee run he sees Ben Alejo and follows him into the post office.  Ben is in the post office attempting to return a box filled with his ex’s possessions.  They meet and exchange just enough information to allow cyberstalking to pinpoint identity at which point a number of first dates are attempted.  Arthur & Ben’s parents and friends add their own threads to the plot creating an enjoyable stew of young love.  This is not an ever after kind of story but it is a realistic, sweet take on youthful love that you don’t have to be a youth to enjoy.

Programming Coming up This Week

Here are some things to look out for this week…

 Monday

• 10:00 Music Mondays: Nathalia's Bilingual Family Concert (Early Learners / Instagram Live)
• 6:30 Philosophy Discussion Group (email ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Tuesday

• 11:00 Nursery Rhyme Time (Arroyo Instagram live)
• 4:00 Mr. Lilo Live! (Children / Instagram Live)

Wednesday

• 2:00 Make Modeling Clay (email ayosco@lapl.org)
• 4:00 How to Draw Superheroes with Evan Burse (Teens / Instagram Live)

 Thursday

• 1:00 Mini Family Storytime (Arroyo Instagram Live)
• 4:00 African Americans and Their California Dream Journey During the Jim Crow Era (LA Made / Facebook/Youtube)

 Friday

• 4:00 Your Author: Lauren Castillo (Children / Facebook/Youtube Live)

Saturday

• 3:00 Arroyo Book Club (email ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Catch up with us on various sites...

   LAPL platforms:  

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

   Arroyo Seco Social Media:  

• Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/arroyoseco5

Check out the Library’s online calendar at https://lapl.org/whats-on/calendar for the complete list of programming on offer.

 

Trivia of the Week…

This time around let’s ask what is quantum computing?

Science Fun: The Night Sky….

 

Want to know what to look for in the night sky in August? Check out NASA’s Skywatching page for all the things to look for as well as all the information explaining what you see.

History of Highland Park…

Did you know there is a famous stained glass studio located in Highland Park? The article, “Judson Stained Glass studio now in its third generation” (http://dbase1.lapl.org/webpics/calindex/documents/10/520145.pdf) by Martha McClure and Karen Strickler provides a glimpse into the history and workings of the studio.  Read it and then check out the studio’s webpage for some images of their work (https://judsonstudios.com/).

Trivia of the Week (Answer)…

This time around we asked you to name a noted female mathematician born before the 1800’s?  Possible answers include: 

• Agnesi, Maria Gaetana
• Germain, Sophie
• Herschel, Caroline Lucretia
• Hypatia of Alexandria
• Lepaute, Nicole-Reine
• Le Tonnelier de Breteuil, Gabrielle-Emilie, Marquise du Chatelet
• Piscopia, Elena Lucrezia Cornaro
• Somerville, Mary Fairfax
• Theano

The answer was found courtesy of a “person search” in the Gale in Context: Biography database.  This database covers the world's most influential people, merging reference content with periodicals and multimedia, allowing users to search for people based on name, occupation, nationality, ethnicity, birth/death dates and places, gender, keyword and full text.  Find it listed alphabetically under G on LAPL’s Research & Homework page (https://lapl.org/collections-resources/research-and-homework) and access it with your library card.

Let’s Make Something

Have some fun decorating an empty glass jar… You will need:

• Glass jar. Here you can use any you have around from the large pickle jar to the small jam jar.
• Tissue paper in a variety of colors
• Glue
• Brush

The goal is to apply the tissue paper to the jar so start by thinking about your design. Do you want to create a scene? Do you want to make something completely abstract? Do you want to use regular shapes to make a pattern? Once you’ve decided what you want to do cut your tissue paper into the shapes you need to create that design.  Then mix some glue with water.  I find a ratio of about ½ glue to ½ water works fine.  With a brush coat the glass with the glue mixture. Apply a tissue paper shape and lightly coat over it with the glue mixture. Continue applying all the shapes you need to complete your design.  Allow the whole thing to dry.

Use your decorated jar anyway you wish. Perhaps you can put tea lights in for a decorative, glowing accent. Perhaps you can turn it into a pencil or pen holder. Maybe it can serve as a vase. 

Programming Coming up This Week

Here are some things to look out for this week…

Monday

10:00 Music Mondays: Song Circles with Miss Serena (Early Learners / Instagram Live)

6:30 Philosophy Discussion Group (email ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Tuesday

11:00 Nursery Rhyme Time (Arroyo Instagram live)

4:00 Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy (Children / Instagram Live)

Wednesday

2:00 Summer Fun (email ayosco@lapl.org)

4:00 Locatora Radio Presents: Podcasting 101 (Teens / Instagram Live)

Thursday

1:00 Mini Family Storytime (Arroyo Instagram Live)

4:00 SHE Is History (LA Made / Facebook/Youtube Live)

Friday

4:00 Your Author: Dhonielle Clayton (Teens / Facebook/Youtube Live)

Saturday

12:00 Air Purifying Plants with Latinx with Plants (email palvarado@lapl.org)

Catch up with us on various sites...

  LAPL platforms:  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

  Arroyo Seco Social Media:  

Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl

Twitter: https://twitter.com/arroyoseco5

Check out the Library’s online calendar at https://lapl.org/whats-on/calendar for the complete list of programming on offer.

Trivia of the Week...

Name a noted female mathematician born before the 1800’s?

History of Highland Park

The 1981 article by Charles Cooper, “Fred Thompson earned millions as movie star; died at age 38” (http://dbase1.lapl.org/webpics/calindex/documents/10/520192.pdf) recalls the life of Highland Park raised Fred Thompson. Thompson who not only grew up in Highland Park but went to Occidental College apparently won national and international championships in the decathlon before becoming a Minister and serving in WWI. Marrying a divorced woman forced him from the church so he turned to acting becoming notable as an actor in silent, western films.  The article goes into more detail about this interesting man’s life. Although annoyingly incomplete, what is there is fascinating. Check it out.

Trivia of the Week (Answer)…

Our question focused on a different disease and asked what are some of the signs and symptoms of the measles?  Symptoms include: Cough, Runny nose. Red, watery eyes, High fever, sometimes over 104°F which usually occur a week or 2 after a person has been exposed. The rash appears 3 to 5 days after the first symptoms.

This answer was found courtesy of the Gale Health and Wellness database.  This database offers full text medical encyclopedias, nearly 400 health and medical journals, more than 800 pamphlets and nearly 2,100 health articles from general interest publications. Find it listed alphabetically under G on LAPL’s Research & Homework page (https://lapl.org/collections-resources/research-and-homework) and access it with your library card.

Roadmap to a Sustainable Waste Management Future

Los Angeles County invites you to participate in a virtual community meeting to learn about and provide feedback on the County’s 2020 Roadmap to further reduce reliance on landfills and maximize the benefits and use of materials over disposal. Meetings will be offered August 8, 11, and 13, 2020. For more information and to register to attend a meeting, visit RoadmapLA.com

Programming Coming up This Week

Here are some things to look out for this week…

Monday

10:00 Music Mondays: Hen Wen & Friends (Early Learners / Instagram Live)

6:30 Philosophy Discussion Group (email ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Tuesday

11:00 Nursery Rhyme Time (Arroyo Instagram live)

4:00 Make Your Own Recycled Origami (Children / Instagram Live)

Wednesday

2:00 Summer Fun (email ayosco@lapl.org)

Thursday

1:00 Mini Family Storytime (Arroyo Instagram Live)

4:00 Contour Drawing (LA Made / Facebook/Youtube Live)

Saturday

10:00 Western Edge Writing (email shannah@lapl.org)

Catch up with us on various sites...

  LAPL platforms:  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

  Arroyo Seco Social Media:  

Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl

Twitter: https://twitter.com/arroyoseco5

Check out the Library’s online calendar at https://lapl.org/whats-on/calendar for the complete list of programming on offer.

Trivia of the Week...

In these days of Covid-19 let’s make our trivia question about the measles. What are the signs and symptoms of the measles?