Upcoming programs at Frank Sarris Public Library

Parking: The entrances, located at Murdock Street and North Jefferson Avenue, are open. The parking lot is behind the library and accessible from Murdock Street.

Please remember:

Operating hours are as follows:

Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The drop box for returned items is located on Murdock Street. There is also a drop box located inside our parking lot.

Patrons can browse adult, children and young adult collections on the first floor. Patrons can also use the computers as well as copy, fax, and scan documents. For prices regarding services like printing and faxing, please visit the website.

Computers and study rooms are first come, first serve. Computers are limited to one hour per patron.

Check the website, franksarrislibrary.org, or Facebook page for updates about changes in service or hours

Upcoming Programs

Adult programming

FSPL Book Club – December’s book will be “Santa Cruise” by Fern Michaels. There will be no book club meeting in January 2024. February’s book will be “The True Love Experiment” by Christina Lauren. First floor Athena Sarris Programming Room. Second Wednesdays, 1 p.m.

Children’s Programming – Toddlers and Preschoolers

Note: The children’s weekly programming schedule will temporarily stop on the week of December 25 for the winter holidays. They will resume the week of January 22. For the full weekly children’s programming schedule for toddlers and preschoolers, please visit the event calendar at franksarrislibrary.org.

Monday

Cuddle Babies – This lap-sit program teaches your infant body awareness through gentle tickles and bounces coupled with songs and stories. Ages 1-18 months. 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Tuesday

Toddler Tales – Exploring diverse themes, toddlers will engage in songs, stories, and activities in a fun, educational environment. Ages 2-4. 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Wednesday

Wiggles & Giggles – This program focuses on movement while introducing new vocabulary. Children also develop their gross motor skills, listening skills and social skills during each session. Ages 2-5. 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Little Picassos – Inspire your child’s imagination and self-expression with hands-on art activities. Every week, there is a new make-and-take creation. Ages 2-5. 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Thursday

Jr. Engineers – At this storytime, children will explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) through stories and hands-on projects. Ages 3-5. 10:15-10:45 a.m.

School Readiness StoryPlay – Your child will enjoy songs, stories and games as they develop important skills such as listening during stories, early literacy skills and following directions. Ages 4-6. 1- 1:30 p.m.

Children’s Programming –School Age Children

Lego Club – Are you a fan of Legos? Do you want to show off your building skills? Come to the library and join other builders! Legos will be provided to use during Lego Club. Completed pieces may even be chosen to be displayed at the library! No registration is necessary. Ages 6+. Second and fourth Tuesdays, 4:305:30 p.m.; Second and fourth Saturdays, 12-1 p.m.

Read with a Therapy Dog – Have a reluctant reader? A child with a penchant for puppies? Come to the library for the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. This program is a great motivator for reluctant readers and a treat for those who love dogs. Ages 5+. Second and fourth Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m.; Second Saturday, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Online Resources

Hoopla

Hoopla is a one-stop shop for your streaming digital media needs. Collections included in this platform are comics, music, TV series, movies, audiobooks and eBooks in all genres and age groups. All checked items automatically return themselves, so there are never any late fees. Ask our circulation desk staff or locate Hoopla under Resources at franksarrislibrary.org.

Universal Class

Community courses taught by real teachers are available in subjects such as English, cake decorating, meditation, dog training, bullying, homeschooling, Quickbooks, how to use an iPad, parenting and more! Over 600 online courses are available 24/7. You can access these free continuing educational courses anywhere, anytime through a WiFI connection. To get started, new users are asked to enter their library barcode number. When entering your Frank Sarris Public Library barcode number, please put “FSPL” in front of your library barcode number (ex. FSPL##############).

Libby: eBooks and now magazines!

Use your computer, iPad, Kindle, Nook or tablet to borrow for free – anytime, anywhere – eBooks, audiobooks, magazines and more using Libby and your Frank Sarris Public Library card. The library is at your fingertips – available 24/7!

Additional information on resources and services can be found at franksarrislibrary.org.