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February 2014 Events at the Carmichael Library

Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael

Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.; Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at (916) 264-2920 or visit www.saclibrary.org.

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SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
READ TO A DOG @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Tuesday, February 04, 2014
Other dates: Tuesdays 2/11/2014, 2/18/2014, 2/25/2014,

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3:30 PM
Specially-trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For kids ages 5 to 10 years old that are reading. Earn credit for the time spent reading and earn a book too!

ADULT
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
JOB COACH (RECURRING)
Tuesday, February 04, 2014
Other dates: Tuesdays 2/11/2014, 2/18/2014, 2/25/2014,

5:30 PM
Our Job Coach will help you look for jobs, get an email address, and create and upload a resume. Appointments are required and can be made at the Service Desk at the Carmichael Library. Sessions may be scheduled for 1 hour. Please bring a current resume on a flash drive and your laptop if you have one to get started. If you do not have a flash drive, please bring a hard copy of your current resume.

ADULT
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
ALL WRAPPED UP: AN INTRODUCTION TO WIRED WRAPPED JEWELRY @CARMICHAEL (RECURRING)
Tuesday, February 04, 2014
6:00 PM
Celebrate Black History Month with All Wrapped Up: An Introduction to Wire Wrapped Jewelry. Learn to twist, bend, weave and wrap wire to create wearable art. Discover the basic tools and techniques in this beginning workshop with Sister Sheba.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
CHESS CLUB AT CARMICHAEL (RECURRING)
Wednesday, February 05, 2014
4:15 PM
Do you want to learn to play chess? Do you already know how to play? All skill levels are welcome to join us at our Chess Club! We will meet the first Wednesday of each month from 4:15-5:15 and we will have an instructor to teach beginners. All supplies will be provided. Bring a snack if you like.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER HELP @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, February 05, 2014
Other dates: Wednesdays 2/12/2014, 2/19/2014, 2/26/2014

 5:00 PM
Questions about how to use your computer? We can help you with basic functions, email, and using the Internet. Bring your own computer or practice with ours. Half-hour and one hour sessions are available and an appointment is required. Sign up at the information desk at the Carmichael Library. If no appoints are scheduled on the help-session dates, the service will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

BOOK CLUB
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
HISTORY BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Wednesday, February 05, 2014
6:30 PM
The Carmichael Library History Book Club meets monthly to discuss a non-fiction or historical fiction book. Help us decide which is truer: fact or fiction! Please bring a snack to share and join us as we dive into history books.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, February 06, 2014
Other dates: Thursdays 2/13/2014, 2/20/2014, 2/27/2014

10:15 AM
Join Miss Angela for stories, songs, and a craft.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
TODDLER STORYTIME @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, February 06, 2014
Other dates: Thursdays 2/13/2014, 2/20/2014, 2/27/2014

11:15 AM
Join Miss Angela for stories, songs, and just plain fun!

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
STAY AND PLAY @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, February 06, 2014
Other dates: Thursdays 2/13/2014, 2/20/2014, 2/27/2014

11:45 AM
Parents and caregivers are invited to bring in their babies, toddlers, and other children to "stay and play." We will put out toys for the children to play with while their parents socialize.

TEEN
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
SPECIAL MOVIE MATINEE @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, February 06, 2014
Other dates: Thursdays  2/13/2014, 2/20/2014, 2/27/2014

3:00 PM
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie @ Carmichael Library - Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles

ADULT
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
KNITWITS @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, February 07, 2014
Other dates: Fridays 2/14/2014, 2/21/2014, 2/28/2014

Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you and expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together!

TEEN
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
CARMICHAEL TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (RECURRING)
Friday, February 07, 2014
4:00 PM
Teen Advisory Board will meet to plan activities for teens at the Carmichael Library.

BOOK CLUB
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
CARMICHAEL SECOND SATURDAY AUDIO BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Saturday, February 08, 2014
10:00 AM
Is this a good book? Is this a good audio book? Bring a snack and your perceptions to share as we discuss the story.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
VALENTINE CARDS (RECURRING)
Saturday, February 08, 2014
2:00 PM
Join us for our sixth annual Valentine Card making party. We supply all the makings for a great card and you supply the creativity. Valentine candy for everyone.

TEEN
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
YU-GI-OH TOURNAMENT @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
3:30 PM
Join other Yu-Gi-Oh enthusiasts for a card tournament. Bring your own deck or a willingness to learn. Beginners welcome. Prizes.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
AFTER SCHOOL BOOK CLUB @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, February 14, 2014
4:00 PM
Join us on the Second Friday of every month to talk about the book, play trivia games, and have fun! This month we will be reading "Jinx," by Sage Blackwood.

BOOK CLUB
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Saturday, February 15, 2014
10:00 AM
Please bring a snack and your opinions to share as we discuss the book.

TEEN
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
MANGA CAFE (RECURRING)
Friday, February 21, 2014
4:00 PM
Calling all manga/anime enthusiasts. Come hang out and discuss your likes. Food, crafts and fun!

BOOK CLUB
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
COFFEE AND CRIME BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Saturday, February 22, 2014
10:00 AM
How about a good mystery with a cup of Joe (or tea)? Bring a snack to share as we become judge and jury for each case.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
AFRICAN AMERICAN INVENTORS @ CARMICHAEL (RECURRING)
Saturday, February 22, 2014
2:00 PM
Celebrate Black History month with magician Forrest Barnes. He will introduce African American inventors who have changed lives with their remarkable inventions. Inventors included are George Washington Carver, George C. Grant, Henry T. Sampson, James Robinson and more. Some of their inventions are included in Forrest’s magic and illusions. The program is full of surprises and encourages kids to read about African American inventors as well as other inventors.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
CARMICHAEL FAMILY GAME DAY (RECURRING)
Sunday, February 23, 2014
2:00 PM
Drop in and play some board, card on the fourth Sunday of the month. All sorts of games for all ages. We supply the games, you supply the fun! You're welcome to bring a snack with you.

BOOK CLUB
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
SCI-FI BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
6:30 PM
Sci-Fi book club will explore the exciting and diverse field of science fiction and fantasy : from aliens and spaceships to dragons and wizards. Please bring a snack to share and join us.

TEEN
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
YU-GI-OH TOURNAMENT @ CARMICHAEL LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
3:30 PM
Join other Yu-Gi-Oh enthusiasts for a card tournament. Bring your own deck or a willingness to learn. Beginners welcome. Prizes

TEEN
CARMICHAEL LIBRARY
CARMICHAEL TEEN BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Friday, February 28, 2014
3:30 PM
Love to read. Join other teens discussing their favorite books. Pick one of our suggestions or read your own choice. Please bring a snack and share your insights.





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