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Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm
Friday 9am – 6pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm • Sunday 1 – 5pm
All programs require registration unless noted. Click on the newsletter to open in Issuu which links to the individual program registrations.
Wild Ones -
Adventures in Bumble Bee-holding
Tuesday, May 2, 7:00pm
Meet a variety of charming bumble bees like the endangered Rusty-patched bumble bee. Learn to make your yard a more hospitable and welcoming place for pollinators. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group
Wednesday, May 3, 10:00am
Get tips from our Genealogy Librarian (and the group) on how to use Ancestry and other tools to research your family tree. (In person)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, May 4, 11:30am
Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, leads us through a session of guided meditation and chair yoga every week. Sign up for the link. (Online)
Painting Class
Monday, May 8, 2:00pm or 6:00pm
This program is full! Please call to cancel if you can’t attend so other patrons on the wait list can join us. Paint a teapot still life along with the Dandelion Artist Alliance members Cody Madura and DCruz. (In person)
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, May 9, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
The History Behind
Wednesday
May 10, 7:00pm
Just hearing the name “Oz” conjures up fantastic images, adventures, and heartfelt memories. Laura Keyes separates fact from fiction in the story of its creation. (Virtual in library/online)
How to be Perfect
by Michael Schur
Friday, May 12, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Great Books -
Cat’s Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut
Saturday, May 20, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Stay Crafty!
May
Stop by the Reader’s Services desk to find out what adults can craft up this month! Crafts are available on the first of each month while supplies last. Limit 2 per person, please.
AtoZdatabases
Free webinar training sessions at 10:30am and 2:30pm.
Mondays: Overview of AtoZdatabases
Wednesdays: How to Find a Job, Résumé Writing & Ace an Interview
Fridays: How to Find New Customers & Grow Your Business
is taking a break for the spring season!
We are taking the month of May off to give our staff time to prepare for the Summer Library Club.
Family Storytime, Baby Bounce, Toddler Time, and Preschool Storytime will be back at their regular days and times starting June 5.
Keep reading the e-news to see special events for our storytime families in the month of May!
Together for Childhood Juntos Por La Niñez
Wednesday, May 3, 6:00pm
Grades K-5. Bring your family for crafts, games and prizes hosted by Together for Childhood Network. Traiga a su familia para manualidades, juegos y premios. Drop in.
Favorite Characters Storytime
Tuesday, May 9, 10:00am
Ages 6 and under. Sing and read along with favorites like Pete the Cat, Elephant & Piggie, and many more! Drop-in ticket required.
Chess Nuts - Classic Chess
Wednesday, May 10, 4:30pm
Grades 3 and up. All skill levels are welcome for a game of head-to-head chess on a variety of unique boards.
Read to Rover
Wednesday, May 10, 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm
Ages 7 & older. Sign up for one 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog. Signed waiver required.
Drama Club
Thursday, May 11, 5:30pm
Grades 3-5. Play charades, practice skits, and learn some warm-ups to train your voice, and acting skills.
TEEN Grades 6-12
Games & Pizza
Friday, May 5, 4:00pm
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order.
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, May 8, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
(In person)
Pop Art Portraits
Friday, May 19, 4:00pm
Learn how to draw a Pop Art style portrait with artist Terri Murphy!
