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  Alhambra Civic Center Library

Upcoming Library Activities and Special Events...


  
The Children's Room

Alhambra Civic Center Library - "Summer Session"

The Literacy Program has developed a series fo group workshops to provide participants with assistance in achieving their goals in the vital areas of phonics, reading, writing, and computer literacy skills. For more information, click here.
 
 
Wednesday, September 1 - Family Story Time - 7 p.m. For children ages 5 years and older, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 2 - Preschool Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 years, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
Friday, September 3 - Toddler Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children, ages 1 to 2 years, this is a lap-sit program where parents and caretakers actively participate with the children in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and movement activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Friday, September 3 - Children's Chess Club -  3 p.m. in the Homework Center. For ages 7 years and older. Registration is required - please check for openings starting on September 7. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Friday, September 3 -  Teen Anime Club - 3 p.m. Teens will watch a viewing of "Soul Eater."
 
Tuesday, September 7 - Preschool Pajama Story Time - 7 p.m. in Ruth C. Reese Hall. Open to all pre-schoolers, but best for those ages 3 to 5. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
Tuesday, September 7 - Computer Class for Adults - Ongoing weekly at 1:30 p.m. in the Homework Center - For adults with little or no computer experience, this class requires pre-registration (626-570-3212, extension 1), starting on August 15th.
 
Wednesday, September 8 - Family Story Time - 7 p.m. For children ages 5 years and older, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 9 - Preschool Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 years, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 9 - Teen Anime Club "Showdowns": Ramen-Eating Contest & Karaoke Idol - Teens may sign up for either or both competitions. There will be door prizes for those who participate and prizes for the winners. "Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood" will be shown during the contests.
 
Friday, September 10 - Toddler Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children, ages 1 to 2 years, this is a lap-sit program where parents and caretakers actively participate with the children in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and movement activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
  Saturday, September 11 - Scrapbooking, Knittng & Crafts - 2 p.m. in Ruth C. Reese Hall - Attend the next afternoon of fun with scrapbooking, knitting and other crafts, and share your work and learn from others.
 
Saturday, September 11 - Children's Chess Club -  3 p.m. in the Homework Center. For ages 7 years and older. Registration is required. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
  September 13-17 - National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week - Special events will include the Literacy Center "Open House" on Tuesday, September 14. Make your way to the library's second floor and head west to the Literacy Center. A visit to the open house will earn you entry into a drawing for prizes! At noon, there will be a Tutoring Discussion, including tutoring successes, new tutoring materials, and give visitors the "inside scoop" on what it is really like to be a tutor. Bring your own lunch and Alhambra Literacy will provide the drink and dessert. Then, on Saturday, September 18, Alhambra Literacy will host a special "Story, Game & Craft Program." No registration is required, but with limited seating, the door will be closed after the arrival of the 75th attendee. For more information, call 626-570-3281.
 
  Monday, September 13 - "Happy Birthday," Roald Dahl! - 5:30 p.m. in Ruth C. Reese Hall.  Come help us celebrate the 94th anniversary of Roald Dahl's birthday, which will include a special screening of one of Dahl's classics - "The Witches" and the kick-off of the Dahlathon Reading Program. For ages 7 to 12; no registration is required (although space is limited - so arrive early!). For more information, call 626-570-3215.
Tuesday, September 14 - Computer Class for Adults - Ongoing weekly at 1:30 p.m. in the Homework Center - For adults with little or no computer experience, this class requires pre-registration (626-570-3212, extension 1), starting on August 15th.
 
  Tuesday, September 14 - December 31 - Children's "Dahlathon" Reading Program - If you can't get enough of Roald Dahl's works, stop by the Children's Room to find out how you can earn prizes for reading your favorite Dahl stories. For ages 7-12. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
  Tuesday, September 14 - Book Discussion with Author Randy Jurado Ertll - 7 p.m. Ertll will discuss (and sign) his book, entitled Hope in TImes of Darkness: A Salvadoran American Experience. Ertll, who was raised in South-Central L.A., and also lived in Minnesota and Washington D.C., has observed how minority you, in impoverished areas, can succeed in life and become productive citizens of our society. Ertll is the personification of that belief. He has worked for Congressman Hilda Solis in Washington, written opinion columns in the Los Angeles Times and other newspapers, interviewed frequently on national networks, and is currently serving as the Executive Director of "El Centro de Accion Social" in Pasadena. In his book, he focuses on social justice issues and contends that government, community-based organizations, elected officials, and community leaders can help create hope and opportunities for our youth, and thereby help improve our society. His hope is to inspire and motivate youth to believe in their own potential and to achieve success through knowledge and educational opportunities. The book, will be available for $20. All Alhambra residents are encouraged to attend this free program.
 
Wednesday, September 15 - Family Story Time - 7 p.m. For children ages 5 years and older, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 16 - Preschool Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 years, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 16 - Teen Advisory Board - 3:30 p.m. This is the first meeting of the new school year, and new and old members are welcome to attend.
 
Thursday, September 16 - Alhambra Page Turners Adult Book Club - 7 p.m. The Club will begin its fall reading/discussion meetings (every Thursday @ 7 p.m.), beginning with Janet Soskice's The Sisters of Sinai.
 
Friday, September 17 - Toddler Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children, ages 1 to 2 years, this is a lap-sit program where parents and caretakers actively participate with the children in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and movement activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Friday, September 17 - Children's Chess Club -  3 p.m. in the Homework Center. For ages 7 years and older. Registration is required. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Friday, September 17 - Teen Anime Club - 3 p.m. A discussion of "Soul Eater" Manga.
 
  Monday, September 20 - Children's Chapter Book Club: "The Capture" - Book 1 of "Guardians of Ga'Hoole," by Kathryn Lasky - 4 p.m. in the Story Time Room. Book Club members, grades 4 to 6, will begin reading "The Capture" in preparation for the new film, "Legends of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoolie" on September 24. Please sign up in the Children's Room to join us as we discuss "The Capture" over some tasty treats.
   
Tuesday, September 21 - Computer Class for Adults - Ongoing weekly at 1:30 p.m. in the Homework Center - For adults with little or no computer experience, this class requires pre-registration (626-570-3212, extension 1), starting on August 15th.
 
Wednesday, September 22 - Family Story Time - 7 p.m. For children ages 5 years and older, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 23 - Preschool Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 years, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
  Thursday, September 23 - Teen "Fall into Fantasy" Celebration - 3 p.m. Celebrate the start of autumn with airbrush tattos, face painting, and a viewing of "Romeo & Juliet" starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Daines. Hundreds of designs will be available by artist Sandee Gee. Arrive early, because designs will be applied on a first-come, first-served basis.
 
Thursday, September 23 - Alhambra Page Turners Adult Book Club - 7 p.m.
 
Friday, September 24 - Toddler Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children, ages 1 to 2 years, this is a lap-sit program where parents and caretakers actively participate with the children in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and movement activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
  Saturday, September 25 - Children's Chess Club Tournament - 10:30 a.m. in the Homework Center. The tournament is for pre-registered participants only. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
   
Tuesday, September 26 - Computer Class for Adults - Ongoing weekly at 1:30 p.m. in the Homework Center - For adults with little or no computer experience, this class requires pre-registration (626-570-3212, extension 1), starting on August 15th.
 
Wednesday, September 29 - Family Story Time - 7 p.m. For children ages 5 years and older, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 30 - Preschool Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 years, this program includes stories, flannel board presentations, songs, and art activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Thursday, September 30 - Alhambra Page Turners Adult Book Club - 7 p.m.
 
Friday, October 1 - Toddler Story Time - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. For children, ages 1 to 2 years, this is a lap-sit program where parents and caretakers actively participate with the children in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and movement activities. For more information, call 626-570-3215.
 
Friday, October 1 - Teen Anime Club - 3 p.m. Attendees will enjoy a viewing of "Vampire Knight" Anime. 

Wireless Access Procedures at Civic Center Library Updated - An Alhambra Civic Center Library card is now required to access the library's wireless service. Information concerning how to access the service is available at all service desks. A Civic Center Library card is free, but must be obained at the library, 101 South First Street. When applying for a card, please bring along a photo I.D. and current proof of your address.

Become a Literacy Volunteer! The library is seeking volunteers who are interested in assisting someone achieve their literacy goals, whether it is to be able to read to their children, study for the GED, or get a better job. Call (626) 570-3281 if you would like more information on becoming a literacy volunteer and/or if you know someone who needs assistance in improving their basic English reading and writing skills. 
 
 Become a Friend! - Apply for membership in the Friends of the Alhambra Public Library organization for just $5 per year for seniors and students; $100 for a lifetime membership). 
You can also become a Friends volunteer--processing books for the library on Tuesdays
and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. The Friends Book Store, located inside the library, offers
used books at very resonable prices. Money earned from the purchase of these books
is used to support a variety of programs, equipment and materials for the library.
More information--including applications for membership--are available at the library or
by calling (626) 570-5008.
 
We the People "A More Perfect Union" Bookshelf! This new collection of classic books for young readers from Kindergarten through high school seeks to encourage an understanding of ideas through different stories that are part of American history and culture.  This year’s theme, “A More Perfect Union,” is in honor of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.  Don’t forget to stop by the library and check out some of the titles on our new bookshelf! 

 USE YOUR ALHAMBRA LIBRARY CARD FOR FREE ADMISSION
TO THE PACIFIC ASIA MUSEUM IN PASADENA

Regular Month-to-Month Library Activities
Basic Writing Skills Workshop for Adults - Fridays at 1:30 p.m.
 
Homework HELP

(Last Day of Homework HELP for this school year is May 27, 2010)
 
The Homework HELP program provides assistance to students in grades K through 12th.  The assistance is provided by high school volunteers. Regular hours are Monday through Thursday, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. It is not available on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Holidays and during the summer.  For a complete schedule, please inquire at the Children’s or Teen Reference Desks.  Homework Help assistance is given on a drop-in, first-come, first-serve basis.  No registration is required.  Questions can be directed to (626) 570-3215 ext. 5620 or ext. 5608.


Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street, Alhambra, CA 91801; Phone: (626) 570-5007; Fax: (626) 576-8568
Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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