Almaden Branch Library News

By Ed Koetitz

Young Adult Librarian

Kids' Stuff Concert with Gary Lapow

“Gary's Kids' Stuff is great! You're in for a good time.” – Whoopi Goldberg. Almaden Branch Library is pleased to present Gary Lapow (pictured at ???) and his special “Kids' Stuff Concert” Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. in the library's community room. For over 25 years, singer/songwriter Gary Lapow has performed his entertaining music for millions of children in both the United States and Canada. Nine-time recipient of the American Society of Composers Honorarium for his work with children, Gary is also a Parent's Choice Honors and Wolf Trap Silver Medallion recipient for his children's recordings. He has appeared on radio and television, at large festivals and in numerous concert halls, schools and libraries. Gary's concert programs teach children to respect themselves and their communities, reach out to others, and celebrate the many joys of life.

Our Last Book Sale! Oct. 25

Almaden Branch Library's Fall Book Sale is Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is our last semi-annual book sale in our current location (our next large book sale will be held at the new Vineland Branch Library, located at 1450 Blossom Hill Road). This popular event, sponsored by the Friends of the Almaden & Vineland Branch Libraries, is a great opportunity to purchase high quality used books for unbelievably low prices. Donations of books and media are welcome (please, no textbooks, encyclopedias or magazines). All proceeds benefit Almaden Library programs and services. If you love books, you won't want to miss this event.

Events

- Preschool Story Time (ages 3-5) is held every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time (ages 24-35 months) is held on Fridays at 9:30 a.m.

- Story Time Express , a 15-minute story time for preschoolers, is held every Tuesday and Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. and Thursday at 10:30 a.m.

- “Teens Reach Meeting” held Friday, Nov. 14 at 4 p.m., will meet in the library's community room. Join this monthly meeting to become involved with library-related community service opportunities (refreshments served).

Book Discussion Groups

Almaden Branch Library will be hosting an evening book discussion group for adults on T uesday, Nov. 25, at 7 p.m. in the library's community room. They will discuss “A Lesson Before Dying,” by Ernest Gaines. The book discussion group for seniors (50+) meets on Friday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. to noon in the library's community room. The book under discussion is Sandra Cisneros' compelling family saga, “Caramelo.”

Almaden Branch Library is located at 6455 Camden Ave. It is open Monday through Wednesday, from noon to 9 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closed on Sunday (library will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans' Day). For questions, please call 268-7600 (press 03) during business hours. E-mail may be sent at any time: ab.sjpl@ci.sj.ca.us.