The following programs
require advance registration:
STORYTIMES
Cerritos Library’s 30-45 minute Storytimes incorporate stories, audience participation and a book-related DVD, and will be held in the Little Theater. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 5 and under
168815 September 12
168816 September 19
168817 September 26
168818 October 3
Thursdays at 12 p.m. for ages 5 and under
168819 September 15
168820 September 22
168821 September 29
168822 October 6
SAT PRACTICE TEST
In collaboration with Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions, a free full-length SAT practice test will be held for students in grades 9 to 11 on Saturday, September 10. Space is limited to 50 students. Test takers are encouraged to eat a hearty breakfast and arrive by 8:45 a.m. to sign in. Please bring a calculator, two No. 2 pencils and snacks to eat during the short breaks. Registration is currently under way. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
168517 Sat., Sept. 10 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Ages 14-18 Skyline Room
Score Report Night
All test takers will receive a detailed score report showing their strengths and weaknesses. Test taking strategies will also be offered. Parents are encouraged to attend this workshop. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
Tues., Sept. 20 7 p.m. Skyline Room
ORIGAMI WORKSHOP FOR KIDS
Origami instructor Juliet Lee will teach children how to make a jumping frog using the paper folding art of origami on Tuesday, September 13. Space is limited to 20 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
168910 Tues., Sept. 13 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 8-12 Skyline Room
HOMEWORK TIME
Do your children need help with their homework? Cerritos Library offers Homework Time, an after-school homework help program for Cerritos resident students in grades 3 through 6. Space is limited to 12 participants. The course fee is $25. Parents must make sure that students bring to each class meeting their homework and either a book to read or their library card to check out reading material. A parent or a designated individual is required to sign students in and out of each class meeting. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
169020 Mon., Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17 & 24 3:15-5:15 PM Art Studio
169021 Wed., Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26 3:15-5:15 PM Art Studio
For more information on the following storytimes, please call (562) 916-1388. Please register for only one of the following 12-week storytimes.
STORIES FOR 2s & 3s
Children and adults will participate in stories, songs, rhymes and a simple craft activity. Class is limited to 22 participants.
168823 Tues., Sept. 13-Nov. 29 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3 Art Studio
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY
This introduction to storytime features books, poems and music. Children will enjoy opportunities of self-expression as they sing, dance and move around. Class is limited to 30 participants.
168824 Wed., Sept. 14-Nov. 30 11 a.m. Ages 5 & under Little Theater
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Children and adults will participate in stories, songs, rhymes and a simple craft activity. Class is limited to 22 participants.
168825 Thurs., Sept. 15-Dec. 1 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5 Little Theater
BABIES ‘N’ BOOKS
Children and caregivers participate in music, nursery rhymes, simple stories and books. Class is limited to 30 participants.
168826 Fri., Sept. 16-Dec. 2 11 a.m. Ages 25 months & under Little Theater
RESEARCH TOOLS FOR TEENS
On Wednesday, September 14, teens will be introduced to a variety of research tools at this workshop. Participants will learn about print and electronic resources useful for completing research projects and papers. Space is limited to 27 participants ages 13 and up. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
168920 Wed., Sept. 14 4-5 p.m. Ages 13-18 Hi-Tech Lab
DRAWING FOR KIDS
Participants will learn basic art or drawing techniques in this hour-long, hands-on class which is limited to 24 participants. For more information, please call (562) 916-1388.
168990 Tues., Sept.20 3:45-4:45 p.m. Ages 7-11 Art Studio
CHILD AND TEEN READ ALOUD
Children who can read are invited to participate in special read aloud sessions with teens. To be eligible for the program, all participants must attend the first day of class for testing. Space is limited to 15 participants for the Thursday session and 10 participants for the Friday session. For more information, call (562) 916-1388. Please register for only one of the following two programs.
168827 Thurs., Sept. 15-Dec. 1 3:30 p.m. Ages 6-9 Little Theater
168828 Fri., Sept. 16-Dec. 2 3:30 p.m. Ages 6-9 Little Theater
CREATIVE WRITING FOR KIDS
Kids can enjoy a creative writing workshop on Wednesday, September 21. Participants will learn about various aspects of writing, including character, plot and setting. Space is limited to 27 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
168934 Wed., Sept. 21 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 7-12 Hi-Tech Lab
PICASA PHOTO WORKSHOP
Learn how to use the free Picasa software to transfer digital photographs from your camera to the computer. During this free hands-on workshop, instructor Jason Galeener will show participants how to organize pictures into folders, create slideshows, and print and upload photographs to the Internet. Space is limited to 27 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
168991 Wed., Sep. 21 6-9 p.m. Ages 18-Adult Hi-Tech Lab
YOUNG REMBRANDTS
Children can learn the finer points of art in this series of workshops presented by Young Rembrandts. On Tuesday, October 4, students will use markers to re-create world-renowned Spanish artist Joan Miró’s painting of a rooster “Le Coq.” Seating is limited to 20. The fee is $5. No refunds will be given. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
168992 Tues., Oct. 4 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Skyline Room
BOOKMAKING CLASS FOR ADULTS
In conjunction with the special display of artists’ books throughout the Library, book art instructor Rachelle W. Chuang will present a free workshop on how to sew a simple multiple-section journal using a unique exposed-spine stitch. Participants will take home the finished product. Space is limited to 20 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.
169215 Tues., Oct. 4 5:30 p.m. Age 18-adult Skyline Room
The following Library programs
do not require registration:
ARTS & CRAFTS FOR KIDS
A free hands-on craft featuring a “Back to School” theme for children will be held in the Art Studio on Friday, September 9. These “glue and go” crafts take approximately 10 to 15 minutes. For more information, call (562) 916-1343.
Fri., Sept. 9 11 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. Ages 2-12 Art Studio
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: KA SHEN’S JOURNEY
In collaboration with the Chinese Historical Society, the film “To Whom It May Concern: Ka Shen’s Journey” will be screened on Monday, September 12. This film portrays the life of the Eurasian film star Nancy Kwan, who acted in movies such as “The World of Suzie Wong” (1960) and the Rodgers & Hammerstein musical “Flower Drum Song” (1961). This movie portrays the struggle for acceptance of Asian actors in Hollywood during the 1960s and 1970s, and has a running time of 106 minutes. For more information, call (562) 916-1342.
Mon., Sept. 12 6:30 p.m. Skyline Room
AQUARIUM PROGRAM
Join us for the monthly aquarium study session for all ages and learn about the fish in the Library’s aquarium. For more information, call (562) 916-1343.
Wed., Sept. 14 3:30 p.m. Children’s Library
FAMILY NIGHT – PUPPET SHOW
Come enjoy “The Wrong Way Home,” a puppet show presented by Hey Hey Entertainment. Tiny the Elephant has packed his trunk and said so long to the circus. On his way home to Africa, Tiny takes a wrong turn and ends up in foreign lands. Now, Tiny needs help from the locals and the kids in the audience to get home safely! This puppet show features audience participation, a full puppet theater with more than six animal puppets, and Richard’s silly and pioneering sense of humor. For more information, call (562) 916-1343.
Wed., Sept. 14 7 p.m. Skyline Room
GLOBAL TRAVEL WORKSHOP
On September 19, long-time Cerritos resident Dr. Alan Hogenauer will explain how to expand your intellectual horizons through systemic travel. Dr. Hogenauer is currently the Director at Loyola Marymount University’s Center for Travel and Tourism. Come learn how to reach countries around the world without using an airplane. For more information, call (562) 916-1342.
Mon., Sept. 19 7 p.m. Skyline Room
BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS
The Book Club for Adults will meet for coffee and an open discussion of possible upcoming reads. Participants are invited to bring a book that they would like the group to discuss over the next few months. Please be prepared to give a short introduction to the book of your choice. For more information, call Marie Furrows at (562) 916-1346.
Wed., Sep. 21 10 a.m.-noon Board Room
“AUTUMN GEM:” A DOCUMENTARY ON
MODERN CHINA’S FIRST FEMINIST
On Thursday, September 22 the film “Autumn Gem” will be screened. This film explores the extraordinary life of the “Chinese Joan of Arc” Qiu Jin (1875 to 1907). A radical women’s rights activist, Qiu Jin defied tradition to become the leader of a revolutionary army. She attempted an armed uprising against the corrupt Qing Dynasty and became the first female martyr for China’s 1911 Revolution, and she continues to inspire Chinese women today. The hour-long film was produced and directed by Rae Chang and Adam Tow, Chinese American filmmakers from the San Francisco area. For more information, call (562) 916-1342.
Thurs., Sept. 22 7 p.m. Skyline Room
MEET AUTHOR JOHN BORACK
On September 27, author John Borack will discuss his book “John Lennon: Life is What Happens.” The biography of the legendary singer, songwriter, peace activist and cultural icon encompasses music, memories and memorabilia and celebrates Lennon’s timeless music, life and his enduring legacy. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. For more information, call (562) 916-1342.
Tues., Sept. 27 7 p.m. Skyline Room
GAME TIME
Join us for free open play of games such as Rock Band and Super Smash Brothers Brawl. For more information, call (562) 916-1342.
Wed., Sept. 28 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 8-18 Skyline Room
CHILDREN’S ART & WRITING CONTESTS
Friends of the Cerritos Library will conduct the Ninth Annual art contest for children in grades K through 6 and a short story contest for children in grades 3 through 6. The theme of the contests is ”My Favorite Holiday.” The deadline to turn in entries at the Children’s Help Desk is Friday, October 7 before 9 p.m. Fliers and application forms with contest rules are available at the Children’s Help Desk. For more information, contact Padmini Prabhakar at (562) 916-1389.
For the art contest, create a picture using your imagination to depict a favorite holiday with paints, crayons or any other medium. Artwork must be no larger than 12” x 18” and unmounted. Only one art entry is allowed per child.
Short stories about a favorite holiday must be original, using no more than 400 words, and preferably typed on white letter size paper. Only one short story entry is allowed per child.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM
The 37th Summer Reading Program ended successfully with 426 adults, 623 kids and 189 teens completing the reading requirements to earn free paperback books donated by the Friends of the Cerritos Library. All the summer programs, movies and related events were well attended.
