Monday, September 7
The Library will be closed in honor of Labor Day and will reopen Tuesday, September 8 at 10am.
Weekly Events
Lego Club: Mondays at 5:00pm
The Library’s Lego Club is your (kindergarten through middle school) child's chance to collaborate with other Master Builders on their own designs or special building challenges.
Family Night: Tuesdays at 6:30pm, beginning September 15th
Family Night, an evening Story Hour for all ages, is a weekly program which is scheduled to run through December 15
Little Picassos - Wednesdays at 10:15, beginning 9/23/15
Bring your 3-5 year old children and let them practice their artistry with messy things! We will be using things like glitter, glue, water, paints, and many other messy things...you know, all the stuff kids love to mess with but that are a no-no in the house, so be sure to dress appropriately!
Puppets: Wednesdays at 4:30, beginning September 30
Children in first through fourth grades are invited to come every week to this free program to make a puppet and work on a puppet show which will be presented to family and friends during the final class on November 11.
Wiggles and Giggles - Thursdays at 10:15, beginning 9/24/15
Wiggles and Giggles is a movement class for children ages 2-4 years. We will be moving to music and singing songs that require movement. Join us for some wiggles and lots of fun!!
Popcorn & a Movie: Saturdays at noon
Join us each week in the teen lounge and enjoy some free hot, buttered popcorn while taking in a movie on the big screen. Check our website or Facebook page for titles.
Of Dice and Men - Roleplaying Games: Saturdays at 2
The library hosts weekly tabletop gaming sessions and we play a variety of games, most notably Dungeons & Dragons and Call of Cthulhu. Teens and adults are welcome and newcomers are encouraged to come an hour early to set up characters for play.
Story Time – Monday through Thursday mornings beginning September 21
A variety of programs for children from 9 months to 5 years old are offered during the school year to help promote early literacy skills. Check our website calendar to find the days and times appropriate for your child or call the children’s desk.
Wednesday, September 9
Are You Getting What You Pay For? 2:00pm
Do you ever feel “ripped off” at the register? Or question whether or not you’re actually getting a full gallon of gas at the pump? Have you noticed that packages are shrinking, and yet prices are rising? Your shopping trips will never be the same after this entertaining and educational presentation packed with consumer information. Pre-registration was requested, but if you haven’t done so, it might not be too late…call the library to see if spaces are still available!
Thursday, September 10
Preventing Falls: 10:30-11:30
Join us again this month for our Healthy Living program! This month, you’ll have the chance to learn some tips for preventing falls and to get your wheelchair or walker checked for safety. If you don’t have mobility issues, you can still come in for a bone density screening and blood pressure check.
Sunday, September 13
Lunch with Friends
We hope that you’ll join the Friends in supporting the Frank Sarris Public Library. The annual luncheon this year will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn (Southpointe).
Monday, September 14
Regional Book Club: 6pm
If you’re a fan of local novelists, you’ll want to be sure to check out this Book Club! This month, we’ll be enjoying light refreshments while discussing The Women by T. Coraghessan Boyle. Join us and share your thoughts!
Wednesday, September 16
Winterizing Your Garden and Yard: 6pm
Join us for this special presentation by a Master Gardener and learn how to best winterize your outdoor space.
Thursday, September 17
Jane Austen Book Club: 4pm
Come to the Jane Austen Book Club to discuss Mansfield Park, enjoy light refreshments, and share your thoughts on this classic!
Saturday, September 19
Birthday Celebration
We will be commemorating the legacy of our most generous benefactor, Frank Sarris, with a birthday celebration in his honor. There will be cake, arts and crafts, and it will be a chocolate –themed event to which all are welcome!
Saturday, September 26
Non-Fiction Book Club: 3pm
Pick up a copy of Andrew Morton’s 17 Carnations: The Royals, the Nazis, and the Biggest Cover-up in History and join us for a lively discussion.
Wednesday, September 30
Embellish a Jar: 6:30pm`
Adults and high school students are invited to sign up now and join us to embellish a storage jar with burlap and lace. The $2 per person fee covers the materials for the jar you take home at the end of the night. This class is limited to 11 people so sign-up soon!
More from Your Library
Book Sale
Our used book sale is ongoing and new titles are being added all the time...you can replenish your bookshelves for just $5 per bag!
Accelerated Reader
Canon-McMillan students are able to earn Accelerated Reading points at the library, even during the summer months! We have a computer in the Children's Department reserved exclusively for testing.
Digital Magazines
Have you tried a digital format magazine through the library's website and Zinio? We offer a selection of 50 titles, so there’s bound to be something of interest to just about everyone. If you need help registering a Zinio account to view magazines, be sure to check out our “how to” instructions online or come in – or call – for assistance.
JobNow! by Brainfuse
With your card from the Frank Sarris Public Library, online job-search assistance is just a click away. Resume templates, career assessments and live job interview coaches are just a few of the services available. Access JobNow! by visiting our website.
Universal Class
Be sure to check out Building Children's Reading Skills, Clutter Control 101, Basic Research Skills and the other 500+ continuing education courses available at no cost through our website – all you need is a library card!
