Upcoming events at the Cerritos Library

City of Cerritos sent this bulletin at 12/30/2011 10:44 AM PST
January events at the Cerritos Library
 

Cerritos Library is a popular learning destination for the entire community. To best serve patrons’ needs, advance registration is required for some Cerritos Library programs. Please see the information below to learn how and when to register for the programs which require registration. For more information, please call Cerritos Library at (562) 916-1388.

How to Register
In order to register, patrons must be in the City’s class registration database and have obtained a family account access PIN number and individual family member personal numbers.

On-line registration
To check the availability of classes or to register for classes, please visit the Cerritos home page at www.cerritos.us and look for the on-line registration link. The program, eConnect, is best viewed with Internet Explorer. Before registering for classes on-line, print the eConnect User’s Guide for step-by-step instructions.

Only Visa and MasterCard will be accepted as payment. For additional information and/or to obtain the PIN numbers, please call the Library Reservation Desk at (562) 916-1388. Computers at the Cerritos Library may be used to access eConnect.

Cerritos Resident on-line registration for all programs listed begins Tuesday, January 3 at 10 a.m.

Non-Resident on-line registration for all programs listed begins Sunday, January 8 at 1 p.m.

*You will not receive confirmation by mail for classes registered on-line. Please print a receipt at the conclusion of your transaction and bring it with you to the first day of the event or class.

Phone registration
Call (562) 916-1388

Cerritos Resident phone registration for all programs listed begins Wednesday, January 4 at 10 a.m.

Non-Resident phone registration for all programs listed begins Sunday, January 8 at 1 p.m.

Walk-in registration
Walk-in registration for Library programs will be held at the Library Reservation Desk. Registration will continue until classes are full.

Cerritos Resident walk-in registration for all programs listed begins Tuesday, January 3 at 10 a.m.

Non-Resident walk-in registration for all programs listed begins Sunday, January 8 at 1 p.m.

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
172267 January 9
172268 January 23
172269 January 30
172270 February 6

Thursdays at 12 p.m. for ages 5 and under
172271 January 12
172272 January 19
172273 January 26
172274 February 2

MS POWERPOINT 2007 TIPS & TRICKS
Go beyond the basic capabilities of PowerPoint in this three-hour, hands-on workshop. Instructor Jason Galeener will provide tips and tricks on how to create more interesting and effective presentations using PowerPoint 2007. This class is limited to 27 participants and is designed for beginning to intermediate students with some PowerPoint experience. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172365 Wed., Jan. 11 6-9 p.m. Ages 18-Adult Hi-Tech Lab

NATIVE AMERICAN PICTOGRAPH ART
As part of the Library’s Cultural Art Workshop series, children are invited to a Native American pictograph art workshop. Native Americans used drawings of animals, plants, stars and people to tell stories and record their history. In this workshop, children will learn about this traditional Native American art form and create their own simple designs to tell a story. This workshop is limited to 20 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172316 Thurs., Jan. 12 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 7-12 Skyline Room

BEGINNING ORIGAMI FOR KIDS
Please join us in this beginners origami class taught by Volunteen Alexa Marie Flores. Children will learn how to fold paper to create a simple animal during this one hour session. This class is limited to 20 children. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172615 Fri., Jan. 13 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Art Studio

DRAWING FOR KIDS
Participants will learn basic art or drawing techniques in this hour-long, hands-on class limited to 24 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172275 Tues., Jan. 17 3:45-4:45 p.m. Ages 7-11 Art Studio

CHINESE VEGETARIAN COOKING WORKSHOP
Chef Jilly Du of Trinity Healthy Vegetarian will present a Chinese vegetarian cooking workshop on Tuesday, January 17. Du will demonstrate how to make delicious vegetable sushi and a cold dish medley using soft tofu. This workshop is limited to 30 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172415 Tues., Jan. 17 7:30-9 p.m. Ages 18-adult Skyline Room

PUPPET WORKSHOP FOR KIDS
Participants will create their own puppets and perform in a game show called “Guess That Feeling,” hosted by Gil, the “Woody Wordman.” This class is limited to 30 participants. The fee per child is $5. No refunds will be given. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172315 Tues., Jan. 24 3:30-4:45 p.m. Ages 5-13 Skyline Room

CREATIVE WRITING FOR KIDS
Join us for a creative writing workshop and learn about various aspects of writing, including character, plot and setting. This class is limited to 27 participants. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172317 Wed., Jan. 25 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 7-12 Hi-Tech Lab

CERAMIC PAINTING WORKSHOP FOR KIDS
This workshop presented by Color Me Mine offers a wonderful opportunity for children to learn ceramic painting. Participants will decorate a plate for Valentine’s Day using non-toxic, lead free paints. Seating is limited to 30. The fee per person is $5. No refunds will be given. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172318 Tues., Jan. 31 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Skyline Room

YOUNG REMBRANDTS
Children can learn the finer points of art in this series of workshops presented by Young Rembrandts. Students will create a colored pencil drawing of a koi fish. Seating is limited to 20. The fee is $5 and no refunds will be given. For more information, call (562) 916-1388.

172665 Tues., Feb. 7 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Skyline Room

The following Library programs
do not require registration:

ARTS & CRAFTS FOR KIDS
A free hands-on craft featuring a winter theme will be held in the Art Studio on Friday, January 6. These “glue and go” crafts take approximately 10 to 15 minutes. No registration is required. For more information, call (562) 916-1343.

Fri., Jan. 6 11 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. Ages 2-12 Art Studio

GAME TIME
On Monday, January 9, the library will host a free gaming event for youth. Join us for open play featuring games such as Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 and Super Smash Brothers Brawl. For more information, call (562) 916-1342.

Mon., Jan. 9 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 8-18 Skyline Room

BLOOD DRIVE
Due to a critically low local blood supply and severe shortages of blood collections across the nation, the City of Cerritos and The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on Tuesday, January 10 in the parking lot of the Cerritos Library. Any healthy person age 17 or older and weighing at least 110 pounds may be eligible to donate blood. All blood drive participants will receive a Battle of the Badges t-shirt, a coupon for a free appetizer from Mimi’s Cafe, and a voucher for two tickets to a Los Angeles Clippers game (recipients must pay a $5 processing fee per ticket). Schedule an appointment to donate by calling (714) 427-2605 or go to www.redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code: COC

Tues., Jan. 10 noon-6 p.m. Ages 17 & over Parking Lot

FAMILY NIGHT: WONDERS OF WILDLIFE
Join us for an educational program about the wonders of wildlife presented by Pacific Animal Productions. Children and adults will have an opportunity to see, touch and learn about a monkey, fox, parrot, kinkajou, alligator, snake, bugs and more. Please arrive early as doors close at 7:15 p.m. For more information, call (562) 916-1343.

Wed., Jan. 11 7 p.m. All ages Skyline Room

PIANO RECITAL BY ALBER CHIEN
Award-winning pianist Alber Chien will present an afternoon of classical music on Sunday, January 15. Come enjoy compositions by Rachmaninoff, Beethoven, Ravel and Stravinsky. For more information, call (562) 916-1342.

Sun., Jan. 15 2 p.m. Skyline Room

BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS
The Book Club for Adults will meet for coffee and a discussion of the book “Room” by Emma Donoghue on Wednesday, January 18. For more information, call Marie Furrows at (562) 916-1346.

Wed., Jan. 18 10 a.m.-noon Board Room

MYSTERY ON THE MENU
The Friends of the Cerritos Library will host the seventh annual Mystery on the Menu luncheon with 15 award-winning authors on Saturday, January 28. The authors participating in panel discussions and book signing are Avery Aames, Cara Black, Kate Carlisle, Carol Costa, Denise Hamilton, Betty Hechtman, Naomi Hirahara, Linda O. Johnston, Jenn McKinlay, Matt Richtel, Pamela Samuels-Young, Steve Scarborough, Sheldon Siegel, Kelli Stanley and Simon Wood. Copies of books by these authors will be available for purchase at the event. Admission is $40 per person. Register early, as seating is limited. Contact Janice Dawson at (562) 924-2474 to save a spot and for more information.

Sat., Jan. 28 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Skyline Room

ARTS & CRAFTS FOR KIDS
A free hands-on craft featuring a Valentine’s Day theme for children will be held in the Art Studio on Friday, February 3. These “glue and go” crafts take approximately 10 to 15 minutes. No registration is required. For more information, please call (562) 916-1343.

Fri., Feb. 3 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Ages 2-12 Art Studio

Library Displays

ART OF THE BOOK: ASIAN INFLUENCES
A selection of artists’ books with Asian influences will be on display throughout the Library until the end of March. Portfolio, pop-up, scroll and tunnel books will also be on display. This display is one of the ongoing exhibits showcasing the unique pieces from the Library’s special collection of artists’ books.

BARBIE DOLLS
A wide selection of special edition Barbie dolls will be on display in the Library’s lobby until the end of February. These beautiful dolls are from the collection of Mary Ann Camacho.

TOYS BY DESIGN
Since their inception, toys have evolved into various forms and are collected by young and old alike. Designer toys combine traditional figurines with elements of pop art and design. Designer toys made by Kidrobot and Qee will be on display in the Young Adult area until the end of February. The toys are from the collection of Melbourne Delaney, and feature the cutting edge work of Huck Gee, Frank Kozik, Tara McPherson, and other artists from around the world.