6 • The Clairemont Times • September 2015
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SEPTEMBER LIBRARY EVENTS with sign language for children ages 02 and their caregivers On the 2nd, 4th and 5th 10:30 am Storytime with our Youth Services Librarian, Karina. Thursdays: Craft Time 4:00pm For children and their families Fridays 10:30 am Preschool Storytime with Miss Fran.
CLAIREMONT BRANCH 2920 BURGENER BLVD., 92110
BALBOA BRANCH 4255 MT. ABERNATHY AVE., 92117
(858) 581-9935
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SPECIAL EVENTS Adult Book Club 9/2 6pm Members will discuss A Constellation of Vital Phenomena, by Anthony Marra. Tales for Tails! 9/5 10:30am Volunteers from the San Diego Humane Society’s Pet-Assisted Therapy program help children improve their reading skills by reading to animals in a fun and relaxing environment. The animals may include guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, and sometimes dogs and cats. Appropriate for grades 1-6 Fraud Prevention 9/14 10:30am Learn tips on in this informative presentation based on an AARP handbook. Learn about the latest shopping scams. A list of resources will be shared. The Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting 9/16 4pm The Friends support the library through book sales, volunteering, and planning events. Family Movie Night! 9/16 6pm When a diabolical pirate above the sea steals the secret Krabby Patty formula, SpongeBob and his nemesis Plankton must team up in order to get it back. Duchicela! 9/30 6pm We welcome Based in Los Angeles, this duo will perform “Music with the spirit of the Andean mountains” on various flutes and string instruments, including traditional folk and popular contemporary works. This program is made possible through generous donations from the Friends of the Clairemont Library. All are welcome, and no sign-up is required.
SPECIAL EVENTS Thank you to all our patrons for visiting the Balboa Library this summer and attending our many special programs! We really enjoyed spending our summer with you. Love, The Balboa Library Staff!
RECURRING EVENTS Art Class for Children Ages 6-12 9/2 4pm The class is led by Robert Gulli. Tuesdays: Homework Help 6:30pm For students in grades K-12. Tutors are volunteers & no sign up is required. On the 1st and 3rd Thursday 10:30 am “BabySign Storytime”, a storytime
September is Library Card Sign Up Month! Come to the library during the month of September and sign up for your first library card and you will receive a small treasure. September is Library Fine Discount Month Return overdue books and materials to the library and pay 50% of your fines due and the Library will match the remaining 50%. (Offer does not apply to accounts sent to the Treasurer’s Office, Interlibrary Loans or San Diego Circuit charges.) Visit http://www.sandiego.gov/publiclibrary/ for additional details. Signing Storytime is back! 9/10 & 9/24 10am Miss Jennifer uses sign-language to enhance the reading of well-loved children’s picture books and includes singa-longs and bubbles too! For birth-5y/o with parent/caregiver. Chair Yoga for Adults is back! 9/14 & 9/21 11:15-12 Join us for this relaxing fitness program presented by Lois Schenker. Come and bring a friend. Children’s Book Discussion 9/18 3:45-4:45 Sign up begins 9/1 Join us for a lively book discussion of Holes by Louis Sachar. We look forward to seeing you! RECURRING EVENTS Mondays: Lego Club 4pm (Library closed Monday September 7) We supply the Legos you supply the imagination. Paws to Read 9/8 6pm Therapy dogs provide a positive environment for children to practice reading. They love to listen to your sto-
ries! Brought to us by Love on a Leash. 5th graders and younger Balboa Branch Library Book Club 9/15 11:45 Join us for a lively discussion of Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck. Wednesdays: Best Chapter Book Read Alouds with Miss Terri 6pm Join Miss Terri for this new edition of storytime. She will read terrific chapter book stories for children entering Kindergarten, First and Second Grades with parent/caregiver. Story crafts with Miss Remi 9/3 & 9/17 10am Listen to a terrific story and enjoy creating story crafts. Preschool – 5y/o Fridays: Wee Reads 9/4, 9/11,9/18 10:30am Baby and toddler storytime. Come and enjoy stories, music and rhymes. (First three Fridays of the month) Birth-5y/o with parent/caregiver Drop in & Play 9/25 10:30am Enjoy a relaxed and informal play time with your child and get to know other families in our community. Birth5y/o with parent/caregiver Saturdays: Kids Krafternoon 1-2pm Come and make a fun craft at your library!
Scrabble Night 9/8 5-8pm Join us for our monthly scrabble games whether you are a casual player to the tournament pro! Friends of the Library~Monthly Book Sale 9/12 9:30-1pm Parent Education Classes Steps to Understanding Your Child’s Behavior: 9/14 2pm Behavior specialists from Rady Children’s Hospital will discuss emotional and social development of children. Typical behaviors addressed include sleeping habits, eating habits, aggression, tantrums, and potty training. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5. Book Club: 9/22 Read the Book—See the Movie. Read Big Stone Gap and join the discussion. Participants will receive a free pass to the movie opening in October. Challenge Island Science Classes 9/24 4pm Space is limited so sign up for our fun hands-on science and engineering class that promotes creative and critical thinking skills. S.T.E.M. class is geared to 8+ Kids Movie Night 9/30 5:30pm Call the library for movie title.
NORTH CLAIREMONT BRANCH 4616 CLAIREMONT DRIVE, 92117
RECURRING EVENTS Do Your Homework @the Library Mon-Thurs 3-6pm We are offering summer help with assignments.Stop by and receive assistance. This is a free drop-in service. Mondays:Sign-A-Story Circle Time 10 am Join us for a super fun performance that combines American Sign Language with songs, stories, and engaging toys and props! All ages. Tuesdays: Rhythm & Rhyme for Tots 11:45am A special class for babies and toddlers with children’s songs, nursery rhymes, instruments, and books. Babies Under 2 Tuesdays: Kids Crafternoons 3:30pm. Ages 4+ and up. Explore your child’s creative side with crafts. A great way to fine tune motor skills and have fun! All materials provided. Fridays: Toddler & Preschool Storytime Class 10:30am A fun interactive storytime including books, songs, rhymes, movement & bubble Hopscotch Storytime Saturdays 10am 9/12 & 9/26 Listen to some stories and work on a simple craft. This month’s theme is Apple Season Ages 2+
(858) 581-9931 SPECIAL EVENTS Would you like to become a Friend of the Library and help support your neighborhood library? We need help with Monthly Book Sale. Stop in for an application. September First Tuesday Concert: The Benedetti Trio 9/1 6:30pm Mondays: Lego Club 4pm Kids make a Lego creation that will be displayed in the library. Be creative and have fun! No sign-up needed. Appropriate for ages 6+ years. Chair Yoga Wednesdays 11:45 No class 9/30 Chair Yoga promotes stretching, strengthening & improves balance, flexibility & mobility, enhances mental clarity & helps reduce stress & provides peace and relaxation. Wednesdays: Kendama 3:45pm Try your hand at this fun game. Meet other kids to enjoy it also. Learn new tricks and show off your skills. Technology Assistance 9/4, 9/10, 9/18, 9/24 See calendar for exact times Get hands-on assistance with your electronic device.Our iexpert is glad to help you get started.