PALO ALTO CITY LIBRARIES

CALENDAR, JANUARY, 2002

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9, FAMILY STORIES

Join storyteller Natalie Bivas for a delightful evening of stories for children of all ages. Children's Library, 7:00 P.M.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9, LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING

See the agenda for more information.

THURSDAY JANUARY 10, FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

The monthly book discussion group will be held at the Lucie Stern Community Center Fireside Room, 7:45 - 9:00 P.M. This month's book is Gail Tsukiyama's The Samurai's Garden.

SATURDAY JANUARY 12, MONTHLY BOOK SALE

The Friends of the Palo Alto Public Library hold a monthly used book sale at the Terman Park Library, 661 Arastradero Rd., 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Sale items cover the complete spectrum of topics - reference. foreign language, children's, technical, art and music, cooking, and mysteries. as well as records and CD's; many are recent titles. Some are withdrawn from the library, but most are private donations. All are sold at minimum prices and all proceeds support the library.

The Friends are looking for churches, schools or charitable organizations to receive book donations after their monthly sales. Please call 329-2516 if your group is interested.

SUNDAY JANUARY 13, CHILDREN'S LIBRARY ANNUAL STORYTELLING FESTIVAL

Visit Children's Library any time between 1:00 and 5:00 P.M. for a delightful Sunday afternoon of stories for the whole family (recommended for ages 4 and up).

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 16, HEY, MOM! TWO FAMILY CONCERTS

Two chances to see this local music trio performing A Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr., with guitar, banjo, violin, mandolin and accordions. Terman Park Library, 3:30 P.M., or Mitchell Park Library, 7:00 P.M.

MONDAY JANUARY 22, MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY

All libraries closed.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 23, MAKE YOUR OWN BOOK!

Pre-registration is required so that there will be enough materials for all attending. Please come by Children's Library or call 329-2134 to sign up.

Children's Library, 3:30 P.M., for children in grades 1 - 6

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 30, SING ALONG WITH JULIETTE MacDONALD

Join Juliette McDonald for an afternoon of sing-along fun. Juliette is a recording artist who plays guitar and keyboard. All ages are welcome at the College Terrace Library, 3:30 P.M.

ONGOING EVENTS:

Toddler Storytimes: for children 18 months to three years.
Tuesdays, 10:00 or 11:30 A.M. at Children's Library, 1276 Harriet St.
Fridays, 10:00 A.M. at Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Rd.

Preschool Storytimes: for children ages 3 - 5.
Wednesdays, 11:00 A.M., College Terrace Library, 2300 Wellesley,
Thursdays, 10:30 A.M. at Children's Library
Fridays at 11:30 A.M. Mitchell Park Library

A sign language interpreter will be provided for any program upon request with 72 hours advance notice.

ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO ALL

Persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services in using City facilities, services, or programs or who would like information on the City's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact:

Fred Herman, ADA Director
City of Palo Alto
250 Hamilton Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 329-2496 (Voice)
(650) 328-1199 (TDD)

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